Month: November 2014

It seems that Kevin’s flute-playing will advance very slowly: this was the first ‘real’ lesson and lasted at least 5 minutes. The good news is that sounds were heard, at last. In fact, there might have been a bit of a duet.

Prior to this, there were the rather more familiar flute and guitar sounds. Thanks to all who came along.

 

Ann Craig (flute)
Kevin Blazé (guitar)

Photographs by Marion Blazé

Sunday, 9 November 2014

 

 

This event drew together several musical contacts.

It’s been some years since Kevin backed Buddy, so he was pleased to renew the musical acquaintance of Buddy Love. Buddy’s singing style is reminiscent of Vince Jones and Chet Baker, two of Kevin’s favourite male singers.

Ann (flute) has recently recorded with Buddy for his upcoming CD.

Kevin and Jess (bass) had played together at the Castlemaine Jazz Festival, a few months ago. And Spike (drums) came to the notice of Kevin and Ann at one of the events of the Melbourne Music Performers.

It was our first time at The Famous Blue Raincoat, a really nice venue where we were well looked after by James, Vanessa and Holly.

Unfortunately, the venue is changing hands and live music might not be in the future plans.

Buddy Love (vocals)
Ann Craig (flute)
Kevin Blazé (guitar)
Jess Wood (bass)
Spike Kiernan (drums)

Photographs by Saraid.

Saturday, 1 November 2014

 

It was our third event with Pippa, this year, and they just keep getting better!

On this lovely night, Jazz Notes played to an almost full house and the enthusiasm was palpable.

‘great interaction between Pippa and band.’ (John)
‘… with all of you so obviously having so much fun it took the evening to a new level and place.’ (Barry)
‘As usual thoroughly enjoyed the entertainment … lots of fun and great music’. (Janice)

Pippa’s great fun to work with so we’re hoping to do more with her in 2015.

Pippa Wilson (vocals)
Ann Craig (flute)
Kevin Blazé (guitar)
Daniel Pickard (bass)
Ron Sandilands (drums)

Photographs by Marion Blazé

Saturday, 25 October 2014