A stellar lineup playing variations on the swing genre – elements of blues, rock’n’roll, jazz and country styles pervade. Explosive instrumental soloists Wayne ‘The piano is really a percussion instrument’ Mason and Brian ‘the sax fiend’ Omundsen let rip over driving rhythm section of Kirsten London (bass) and Ryan Watson (drums) assisted by Andrew London (guitar), who wrangles… Read More »
with Andrew, Kirsten and April singing your favourite jazz & swing standards from the 30s & 40s. Great view and splendid menu!
Those mighty Cantabrian hoofers the Swingtown Rebels have organised a 12-hour dance party (or listening opportunity if your habits are more sedate) called Microcosm at Altiora, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, Hereford Sting’s CHCH. We’re playing till about 3.00pm after which there will be other acts. So chuffed that fabulous Fiona Pears wll be playing with… Read More »
Always a pleasure to play swing music for these fabulous dancers, and a double thrill to have Fiona Pears and her electrifying violin with us. Check out the event site here for details.
Breakfast joy; coffee & songs! There is no entry fee for this gig, but we appreciate the weekly koha that some regular patrons pay. Send me an email for our bank account number if you would like to contribute.
I think I first played here about 2001 and have been trying to get back ever since! K and I perform some new songs about supermarket shopping, Streaming services, mowing neighbour’s berms and playing in cafes (ironic?) Contact Peter by phone or email to book your seats
in Eastbourne. Pizza, beer, dancing perhaps, sunset watching definitely. Wayne Mason percussively.
Kirsten and I with Wayne Mason, Brian Omundsen and Ryan Watson. Swing, jazz and blues standards and original songs. Note new venue the Plymouth International Hotel For bookings or queries contact Gordan at imriewilson@gmail.com
With Wayne…
Whirinaki Whare Taonga, also known as Expressions. A couple of hours’ culture for you lucky Huttites. Andrew London’s songs evoke 1940s jazz, Celtic folk and Texas swing stylings, but the lyrics often betray a satirical streak or social commentary; with a significant element of self-deprecating humour typical of middle aged, middle class, Middle Earth dwelling Kiwis. Koha Entry… Read More »