Category: Jazz Notes 5

Thanks to Roger Clark for inviting us to play at his iconic jazz club.

For Sevil and Daniel, it was their first time at Dizzy’s and Sevil sang up a storm, under the watchful eye of Dizzy, himself.

Daniel, recently arrived from Newcastle, claimed it to be his first gig at a real jazz club in Melbourne. Not so Ann, who’s had several recent appearances at Dizzy’s (with one of her other bands!).

Some of us played with Monique at the recent Castlemaine Jazz Festival so we were very pleased that she joined us at Dizzy’s.

Sevil’s jazz career was nurtured by pianist, Ted Woollan, who made a guest appearance to accompany Sevil in a couple of songs. Similarly, Kevin began under the guidance of Colin Garrett and his presence on this night was a delightful surprise.

Sevil Sabah (vocals)
Ann Craig (flute)
Kevin Blazé (guitar)
Daniel Pickard (bass)
Monique Zucco (drums)

Photographs by Marion Blazé

Thursday, 9 October 2014

We had a lot of fun with Pippa, last time we appeared at Burrinja so we’re delighted that Pippa Wilson will appear again with Jazz Notes in October.

Saturday, 25 October 2014
7:30-10:30pm (meals from 6:30)

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

Entry is $20
Bookings are recommended:
burrinjacafe@gmail.com
03 9735 5707

Burrinja Café
351 Glenfern Rd
Upwey 3158

You can hear see and hear a minute of our June event with Pippa:
Pippa Wilson with Jazz Notes at the Ringwood RSL

It must have been the coldest and wettest night of the year but the audience was warm and enthusiastic!

Pippa was in fine form vocally and bantered with the audience and the band – especially Daniel Pickard and Ann Craig.

‘It was great music, musicians, venue and sound.’
‘Very enjoyable night. Pippa was great with Jazz Notes providing excellent entertainment. Lovely local venue hopefully I will be back in October.’

Pippa Wilson (vocals)
Ann Craig (flute)
Kevin Blazé (guitar)
Daniel Pickard (bass)
Allan Smith (drums)

Thanks to everyone who came, including members of the Australian Jazz Museum and the Melbourne Jazz Music Group (Meetup).

Photographs by Marion Blazé

Following on the success of our event at the Ringwood RSL, last month, Pippa Wilson will be appearing with Jazz Notes at Burrinja Café, Upwey on Friday, 1 August 2014.

7:30-10:30pm (meals from 6:30)

Pippa Wilson (vocals)
Ann Craig (flute)
Kevin Blazé (guitar)
Daniel Pickard (bass)
Allan Smith (drums)

Entry is $20
Bookings are recommended:
burrinjacafe@gmail.com
03 9735 5707

Burrinja Café
351 Glenfern Rd
Upwey 3158

You can hear see and hear a minute of the Ringwood event at:
Pippa Wilson with Jazz Notes at the Ringwood RSL

You can hear see and hear one minute of our recent Ringwood event by going to the Watch & Listen page (menu at the top of this page).

Pippa Wilson with Jazz Notes at the Ringwood RSL

Jazz Notes supported Jan Blake’s fundraiser for the Isabella and Marcus Paediatric Brainstem Tumour Fund. On this night, Jazz Notes comprised: Jan Blake (vocals), Ann Craig (flute), Brett Willis (saxophone and clarinet), Kevin Blazé (guitar), Frank Morgan (bass).

http://www.isabellaandmarcusfund.org.au

Photographs by Marion Blazé

A great night with Pippa at the Ringwood RSL on Saturday 21 June!

It was a good-sized and enthusiastic audience (at least, judging by the whooping and hollering on our recording) for dinner and the show. The music gelled well and we even managed two unrehearsed requests. There were calls for ‘one more’ even after ‘just one more’!

A few dancers, too.

We received a couple of emails the next day:
‘Have listened to Pippa many times and havn’t heard her sound better —-flute and strings rhythm worked really well’
‘Thank you – a wonderful night, thoroughly enjoyed by all !’

Thanks to John Craig for suggesting the event and providing some of the equipment.

A lot of preparation went into this event: graphics for printed materials, lighting, candles and gemstones for the tables, … . So many hours put in – especially by Ann! And then there was the preparation of the Ringwood RSL’s Function Room. Thanks to Justin, Ashley, Andrew and Marion for helping with setting up, working the door and packing up.

Marion’s really getting the hang of the photographs, too. Some examples below.

Pippa Wilson (vocals)
Ann Craig (flute)
Kevin Blazé (guitar)
Andrew Eames (bass)
Rob Mercer (drums)

Photographs by Marion Blazé

Pippa Wilson – vocals

Ann Craig – flute

Kevin Blazé – guitar

Andrew Eames -bass

Rob Mercer – drums

‘The notes dip and flow with the ease that comes from artistry of a high calibre which has made her one of the most sought after and admired performers on the Australian jazz scene’

Doors open at 7 pm. Music starts at 7:30 pm.

Entry: $20

Tickets available at the door (booking recommended). For Bookings, call 0412 063 603 or email – bookings@jazznotes.net.au .

Drinks at Club prices. Meals available from 6:00 to 8:30 pm; can be served at the show.

Dance floor

The Ringwood RSL has loads of off-street parking and is opposite Ringwood Railway Station.

Continue reading “Pippa Wilson with Jazz Notes on World Music Day”

Jess formed this quintet on the Sunday – it was a delightful surprise for everyone! Thanks for inviting Kevin.

Alex (sax)
Kevin Blazé (guitar)
Ben Hooper (keys)
Jess Wood (bass)
Monique Zucco (drums)

Photographs by Marion Blazé

Three great sets with the Jazz Notes Quintet: Luella at the front. Two sets on Saturday night (at the Public Inn and the Cumberland), both with Chelsea on drums. Then, Sunday night at the Bridge Hotel with Mark on drums.

Enthusiastic and appreciative audiences at all of them.

Luella McCormack (vocals)
Ann Craig (flute)
Kevin Blazé (guitar)
Andrew Eames (bass)
Chelsea Allen and Mark Voogd (drums)

Photographs by Marion Blazé

Our first Saturday night at Burrinja Café. Very warm and friendly atmosphere, thanks to all who came!

Special thanks to Pippa Wilson and Sarah for making guest appearances at the microphone.

Luella McCormack (vocals)
Ann Craig (flute)
Kevin Blazé (guitar)
Andrew Eames (bass)
Rob Mercer (drums)

Photographs by Marion Blazé

It was a good crowd in Warrawee for our first set at Inverloch. Some blues, some more modern and, of course, some jazz.  We even had some people dancing!

Probably the best venue for sound: great for Luella’s debut at a jazz festival.

Luella McCormack (vocals)
Ann Craig (flute)
Kevin Blazé (guitar)
Andrew Eames (bass)
Allan Smith (drums)

Photographs by Neville Sampson and Marion Blazé

Jazz Notes had the featured spot at Kelly’s Bar and Restaurant, bringing a rather different style of music to the venue.

Luella McCormack (vocals)
Ann Craig (flute)
Kevin Blazé (guitar)
Andrew Eames (bass)
Rob Mercer (drums)

Wed 25 Sep 2013

Photographs by Marion Blazé, Lynne Gough and Helen Davis

Last Sunday, Jazz Notes played the afternoon at the Burrinja Café in Upwey.

Great fun – thanks to the enthusiastic audience, who came and stayed!

The management must have liked us because they’ve invited us back – although their calendar’s pretty full for this year.

Luella McCormack (vocals)
Ann Craig (flute)
Kevin Blazé (guitar)
Andrew Eames (bass)
Joseph Darmenia (percussion)

Thanks to John Craig for providing the PA and twiddling knobs throughout the afternoon.

And to Ashley Thomas and Ann Craig for taking photographs.

If you’re out that way, we’ll be playing at Kelly’s in September.