CD REVIEW Marc Hannaford piano, Scott Tinkler trumpet, Simon Barker drums 4 stars Jason Moran said of Marc Hannaford‘s album Sarcophile that, “It’s rewarding music that deserves all of the attention the music demands.” The key word in that sentence, for me, is “demands”. It could mean that the music grabs hold of our attention and insists on being heard or that the music must … Continue reading FACELESS DULLARD — HANNAFORD, TINKLER, BARKER
___________ 12. MANY OTHER FANTASTIC PERFORMERS Ausjazz blog has not exhausted the myriad reasons why you should not miss the opportunity to be at all or part of Wangaratta Jazz and Blues Festival this year, but a dozen is clearly not enough, so I’ve grouped a few who absolutely deserve a mention. Friday, November 2 at 10pm, WPAC Theatre: Paul Grabowsky and Bernie McGann will … Continue reading NOT TO MENTION …
___________ 10. A bounty from baecastuff Among these highlights chosen by Ausjazz blog as 12 great reasons for not missing the Wangaratta Jazz and Blues Festival is one concert that is especially intriguing. I have not heard Baecastuff, led by saxophone player Rick Robertson (of d.i.g fame), but the band comes highly recommended. I have no idea what to expect, but a glance at the … Continue reading THE MUSIC OF MUTINY
