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Harmony In Harlem

Event: Harmony In Harlem
Venue: University Arms Hotel
Date: 22 Jan 2009 - 19:00
Event details: An evening of jazz music, dance, food and fun to raise money for The Prospects Trust

The Harmony In Harlem orchestra bring the swing era to life with a repertoire of authentic Duke Ellington. Lindy Hop, Jitterbug, and dance the night away and raise funds for charity, all in the splendid hotel ballroom.

Drinks at 7pm
Hot buffet from 7.30pm
Music starts at 8pm

Tickets available from The Prospects Trust (01638 741551)

The Prospects Trust works with people with learning difficulties, providing training and work experience in horticultural and supported employment opportunities.
www.prospectstrust.org.uk

Hot Lips & Chilli Fingers Band

Event: Hot Lips & Chilli Fingers Band
Venue: The Vaults
Date: 2 Jan 2009 - 22:30
Event details: Local harmonica wizard Steve, and rock, blues, slide and ragtime guitarist Chris Newman are the duo Hot Lips and Chilli Fingers, they are joined by bassman Fabian Bonner and drummer Mark Russell.

Fabian has recently returned to fulltime work with several bands in the UK after extensive international touring with Mark. From Rock and Roll to Ragtime, Fabian's superb funky blues playing and huge enthusiasm add life and drive to the HOT LIPS & CHILLI FINGERS line up.

Writer, producer and innovative drummer Mark Russell adds a North American ‘frame' drum to the available options. With drumming described by Charles Shaar Murray as ‘sensational', he has headlined festivals in Canada for audiences of 8,000 and recorded numerous albums, including the last album recorded by the late great Ewan MacColl.

They will take you on a seamless roller coaster ride through traditional music, presenting an eclectic mix of original and cover songs (Blues, roots and Jazz) from the last 80 years. Expect some spice!

http://www.myspace.com/hotlipschillifingers

Clare Foster

Event: Clare Foster
Venue: High Barn
Date: 28 Jan 2009 - 20:30
Event details: "There's no question Clare is technically a most accomplished artist. The British-born singer has a bracing voice with precise, fluid delivery. She can bend a note or hold a phrase as well as varying pitch and dynamics in the tradition of the very best in her trade. There's no doubt a considerable talent is at work here!" Geoff Chapman - Toronto Star.

Booking Info:
Call 01371 811291, or email: info@high-barn.com or see http://www.jazz-nights.com/
Check www.high-barn.com for location and map.

Brandon Allen

Event: Brandon Allen
Venue: The Bell Hotel
Date: 25 Jan 2009 - 20:00
Event details: Brandon Allen is originally from Australia but has been playing on the London jazz scene and internationally for a number of years.

He has worked with an incredible list of people in jazz and other genres that includes Clark & Stan Tracey, Eric Clapton, Mica Paris, Jools Holland, the Blockheads, Guy Barker, the BBC Big Band, and many more.

Booking Info:
Call 01787 237653, or Email: info@thebellhotel-clare.com, see http://www.jazz-nights.com/index.html

Simon Spillett

Event: Simon Spillett
Venue: The Bell Hotel
Date: 11 Jan 2009 - 20:00
Event details: This brilliant Tubby Hayes influenced tenor saxophonist kicks off 2009.

"Those of us who have heard him...have been left blinking in disbelief. It's not just his mastery of the tenor saxophone, phenomenal though that is, but the absolute conviction of his playing that is so impressive" Dave Gelly - The Sunday Observer

Booking Info:
Call 01787 237653, or Email: info@thebellhotel-clare.com, see http://www.jazz-nights.com/index.html

 

Jazz at The Vaults

Event: Jazz at The Vaults
Venue: The Vaults
Date: 12 Dec 2008 - 20:00
Event details: Friday 5th Dec - Hot Lips & Chilli Fingers
Steve Lockwood & Chris Newman covering the best contemporary folk, blues & Jazz

Friday 12th Dec - Cath Coombes
Powerful and soulful vocals from Cath backed by an upstanding band

Friday 19th Dec - Working Title Band
Rob Taylor leads a modern jazz & funk band thats full of energy

Jazz at The Vaults

Event: Jazz at The Vaults
Venue: The Vaults
Date: 5 Dec 2008 - 20:00
Event details: Friday 5th Dec - Hot Lips & Chilli Fingers
Steve Lockwood & Chris Newman covering the best contemporary folk, blues & Jazz

Friday 12th Dec - Cath Coombes
Powerful and soulful vocals from Cath backed by an upstanding band

Friday 19th Dec - Working Title Band
Rob Taylor leads a modern jazz & funk band thats full of energy

Jazz at The Vaults

Event: Jazz at The Vaults
Venue: The Vaults
Date: 19 Dec 2008 - 20:00
Event details: Friday 5th Dec - Hot Lips & Chilli Fingers
Steve Lockwood & Chris Newman covering the best contemporary folk, blues & Jazz

Friday 12th Dec - Cath Coombes
Powerful and soulful vocals from Cath backed by an upstanding band

Friday 19th Dec - Working Title Band
Rob Taylor leads a modern jazz & funk band thats full of energy

John Etheridge/Christian Garrick 'At The Dimming Of The Day'

Event: John Etheridge/Christian Garrick 'At The Dimming Of The Day'
Venue: Kettle's Yard
Date: 30 Jan 2009 - 19:30
Event details: "Virtuoso performances here from two extremely talented performers performing on a variety of violins and guitars. Jazz is just one part of this wide ranging set which includes folk, classical and many other influences. It's simply stunning at times." - Northern Echo

"Etheridge is a guitarist for all seasons and all situations - whether reworking Frank Zappa or paying homage to Django Reinhardt. Garrick is a violinist with a thoroughly personal voice on the instrument and the technique to be able to express it eloquently." - Birmingham Post

More info at www.cambridgejazz.org and www.johnetheridge.com

Booking Info:
£16/ Arts Picture House members £15/ Concessions £12/ Student standby £8
Book online on The Junction website www.junction.co.uk or ring 01223 511511

 

Christmas in Harmony Concert

Event: Christmas in Harmony Concert
Venue: Emmanuel United Reformed Church
Date: 13 Dec 2008 - 19:30
Event details: A evening of fun, laughter, and great musical entertainment with the Cambridge Chord Company.

This internationally acclaimed mens' chorus, who
are European Chorus Champions and International Eisteddfod "Choir of the World" winners, bring you their unique blend of humour and great music sung in close harmony style. Savour the gems of Gershwin, Glenn Miller and others, plus seasonal favourites and carols.


They are joined by jazz vocalist Patrice Taylor presenting some great American jazz classics, the "Shakey Breaking The Ice" jazz trio presenting some early jazz standards in an entertaining Parisienne cafe style, the world renowned classical mandoline player Alison Stephens, and the Cambridge
Arbury Youth Concert Choir singing some seasonal favourites.

Booking Info:

Tickets: £11 (£9 concessions) from 01954 230750 or 01440 708823 or purchase online at www.cambridgechordcompany.co.uk

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