Jazz Update weekly newsletter

[Keith Neill]

Hi everyone.

Firstly, just the usual request to please spread the word!! Please forward this email to anyone who you think might be interested. If they send an email to ke...@jazzupdate.co.uk I will be happy to add them to the mailing list; alternatively they can sign themselves up by going to www.jazzupdate.co.uk.

And of course ... if you have a gig or anything jazz-related that you think the world would benefit from knowing about please pass me on the details and I will be more than happy to add it to the newsletter (in text format which I can copy and paste please, NOT jpgs or similar of flyers). And of course feel free to to come along and leave flyers etc. on the tables at the jam too.

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For jazz fans there is a new blog which is well worth reading, written by Josh Jennings. The British Jazz Blog aims to celebrate, and give a platform to, the fantastic British jazz scene. Focusing on the contemporary side of the genre, the articles are written in a personal, informal manner, ideal for getting people from outside of the genre just as excited about the music as hardcore fans of jazz! www.britishjazzblog.com

10th Sept 2011 8pm Stella Goodey with her band Stella & the Starlights will be playing at Redgrave Church, nr Diss for The Heritage Trust. Tickets Box office 01379 898297. Line up: Stella Goodey vocals; Paul Higgs trumpet/fluglehorn; Ted Beament piano; Phil Brooke guitar; Mike Harris bass; Trevor Tomkins drums

The Jill Adams Band will be playing a selection of jazz and blues at the Railway Hotel Southend on Sunday 11th Sept at 7.00 pm. Free admission.

A new venue for a great evening out. Dinner Jazz at the Red Lion Hotel in Colchester.
From 7pm with Jazz at 7.30pm—8.30pm & 9pm-10pm. £26 for 3-course dinner, coffee & Jazz
01206 577986 for Table Bookings
Red Lion Hotel, High Street, Colchester, CO1 1DJ
There are more details at www.listeningroom.co.uk

Friday 16 September - Paul Malsom. Brazilian influenced guitarist. “A delight to listen to” Derek Nash

Friday 21 October - Roger Lewin. An entertaining pianist who regularly plays at The Savoy Hotel, The Strand in London

Friday 18 November - Ted Beament piano. Ted played for thirteen years in Humphrey Lyttelton’s band

Arthur Mann has a complete setup for a Keyboard Gigster for sale. Comprising Technics 3000 keyboard, folding stand, usual pedal and cables. Torque 2754SK Amp which incorporates a channel for vocal mic. 2 Torque keyboard speakers. The keyboard comes in a custom made padded and fitted case.Telephone him on 01708 721781 if you want to know more.

For those jazz musicians out there looking to hone their skills there are Thursday night workshops run by John Seeley in Leigh-on-Sea.
www.johnseeleyjazz.co.uk/Jazz-Workshop.html.  Next workshops are on Thursday 15th and 29th September 2011 7:30pm - 9:30pm
£7 Entry. All levels welcome
St.Michael and All Angels Church, 62 Leigh Road, Leigh-on-Sea SS9 1LF

Bass player wanted (and we aren't talking about the usual Crimewatch appeals here!).

Southend Jazz Co-operative needs a bass player! We are a jazz workshop that meets every Saturday morning in St Michaels Church Hall in Leigh-on-Sea from 10 am to 1 pm. There is an average attendance of 20 aspiring jazz players (mostly saxes) with varying experience from beginners to advanced players, but at the very least everybody knows how to follow lead sheets and chords, and jazz etiquette in general, for example playing fours. The focus of the co-op is on the development of improvising skills with an extensive jazz and standards repertoire. The Saturday sessions blend regular tuition with small group playing. A feature of the Co-op are the masterclasses from top professionals, giving the opportunity to play with the great names of British Jazz. Our recent guests have included Andy Cleyndert, Dave Cliff, Alan Barnes, Stan Sulzmann, Steve Waterman and Art Themen. Other sessions are taken by club members.

We have several harmony players, mostly very competent guitarists, and our drummer runs the club, so we always have a full rhythm section - except, now we are looking for a bass player! This is an wonderful opportunity for a bass player to hone skills, learn from the pros, and enjoy a morning's jazz. Please check out the Co-op at the website on www.southendjazzco-op.co.uk. If you are interested give Richard Dray a ring on 01268 781700 for a chat or email him at richar...@ymail.com

On Friday 9th August Nicola Lambrianos and Infusion www.infusionband.co.uk) will be playing at the Buckhurst Hill Sports and Social Club, 50 Queens Road, Buckhurst Hill IG9 5BY.  Doors 8pm, music 8.30pm, Admission £4.  Nicola Lambrianos - vocals, Chris Neill - keyboards, Flo Moore - bass, Dave Hawthorne - drums.

Indigo Shades will be presenting an evening of mellow jazz at Pelly House, 50 Queens Road, Buckhurst Hill on Friday, September 16th. 7.00, £4. All your favourites, plus a few you might not have heard before. Contact Annie at mu...@indigoshades.com for more details.

Interplay are playing at the Bandstand, Priory Park, Southend, on Sunday 4th September. We will be playing some jazz classics, and standards from 2pm. Come and enjoy an afternoon in the Park - and pray it doesn't rain!

Interplay will also be at St Anne's castle Great Leighs on Friday 9th September, playing modern Jazz tunes and standards from 9 pm. Entrance is free. Come and sample the oldest pub in England if you don't know it, and enjoy the music! Great Leighs is just outside Chelmsford on the Braintree road. See you there!

Alto sax player, returning after a few years' hiatus, looking to join jazz/latin/funk band or group. Solid experience and good sight reader. Based in East London so can travel anywhere within the M25 and Essex if near a tube/train station. Reliable and punctual. Contact ess...@hotmail.co.uk

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The Buckhurst Hill Jazz Jam is back again this Sunday from 8.00pm, downstairs at: Buckhurst Hill Sports and Social Club, 50 Queens Road, Buckhurst Hill, Essex IG9 5BY, hosted by Deano with house band Infusion (www.infusionband.co.uk) (winners of the 2011 Budvar Brewed Jazz competition for best pub jazz band). PLEASE come along, it is an incredible atmosphere: always different, but always the same great fun vibe. You don't have to play, the audience always thoroughly enjoy themselves too. And a family friendly venue too, so please bring along children/grandchildren to play or listen over the summer holidays! Admission is a paltry £3, and drinks are at club prices. Full details are at www.jazzjam.co.uk, but if you have got any questions please feel free to email me (ke...@jazzjam.co.uk), or call or text me on 07970 910080. We look forward to seeing you there.

Annie Dehaney-Steven hosts little bread BIG JAM jazz jam at The Heathcote Arms, Leytonstone every Wednesday. We start at 8.00 and everyone is welcome to come along to play, sing or just listen, whoop and clap. The house band is Phil Mead, Kevin Dunford and David Hawthorn, the cost is £4 and the benefit to your general health and wellbeing is immeasurable. Contact Annie at mu...@indigoshades.com for more details.

Dodgy Jammers is on the first Friday of every month at Broxbourne Sailing Club in Meadgate Road, Nazeing. The house band is Wally Shaw, Paul Leader and Lester Bennett, the host is Annie D-S, the cost is £3, there's a raffle (WhooHoo!) and the view across the lake would make the evening worthwhile even if you didn't like the music. Which you will! Blowers, bangers, twangers, warblers, clappers and whoopers are all welcome. If your particular mode of musical/vocal/percussive sounding is not covered in the above list and for more general details, contact Annie at mu...@indigoshades.com

Live Jazz Jam with The Bukky Leo Quartet @ The Silver Bullet 5 Station Place Finsbury Park London N4 2DH. From 7pm till late & every Tuesday (not Monday). The first Jam in July is on Tuesday the 3rd of July. Featuring Marko Tranchina on drums Michelle Montoli on Bass, Al Scott on Piano and Bukky Leo on Tenor Saxophone.£ree £ntry

The Ipswich Jazz Collective meet once a month on a Friday to hold a jam session at the Golden Hind Pub on Nacton Road in Ipswich. They start at 7:30 with bass, drums, keyboard gear and a PA set up. Guitarists will need to bring their own amps. There's no entrance fee and all levels of player are catered for. Local bands also have the chance to do a set on their own. For more information contact Des Hart des-...@supanet.com.

There is a Jam session on the first Thursday of each month in Colchester at The Bull, Crouch Street. We are lucky enough to have a house band that regularly features such great players as Bern Hodgekins (Bass player with Jazznights trio) and Mick Hutton (bass). Our attitude is that of inclusion and after a short set from the house band, we open the stage for jammers and singers. The jam was originally started by Mick Hutton and has been running for about 5 years now with a steady following. Please contact Simon (simon...@madasafish.com) for more information.

Singers' Night - Open Mic Event for jazz vocalists in Central London- 2nd Tuesday of each month at Nelson, 48 Stanhope Street, London NW1 3EX. Less than ten minute's walk from Warren Street Underground on Tottenham Court Road. Seven pounds non singing guests, Eight pounds singers. Singers please bring song sheets in correct keys.Singing list taken from 6.00pm, music from 7.45 to 10.30pm. Accompanists this summer: July 12th- David Frankel, August 9th- Eriko Ishihara, September 13th- Bob Stuckey. Great atmosphere, dedicated sound engineer, attractive setting. Now in our 14th year. If you'd like to dine, phone 020 7388 2283 for tables. Website: <singersnight.co.uk> or phone 020 7703 9648 for additional information. September 13th Bob Stuckey on keyboard.
Extra event on August 23rd because of London unrest with Christian Vaughan on keyboard.

There is some great jazz coming up at the Cramphorn Theatre, Fairfield Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1JG. Tel: 01245 606505, email: boxo...@chelmsford.gov.uk. You can see Chelmsford Theatres' complete Autumn brochure by clicking here. The theatre website is here.

e-mail special with special guest vocalist Jacqui Hicks. Fri 14 - Sat 16 October 8.00pm Tickets: £10.00 Concessions: £8.50. e-mail special has played annually to capacity audiences at the Cramphorn Theatre, enchanting jazz lovers with a programme of jazz standards, each presented in the familiar style of band leader Larry Berkovitz. Returning in October this year e-mail special will feature special guest vocalist Jacqui Hicks. With innovative "horn" backing arrangements that its audiences have come to expect from the band, Jacqui will delight the audience with her warm Jazz voice. "Jacqui is the best we have" - Digby Fairweather

Southend's 1st International Festival will be taking place at Palace Hotel, Church Road, Southend, Essex, SS1 2AL (01702 455100 /455155) Hosted by Digby Fairweather from 14 October 2011 to 16 October 2011. Acts will include: The London Jazz Sinfonia Conducted & Arranged by John Jansson and Featuring: Guy Barker, Wendy Nieper, Alan Barnes, Henry Lowther, Julian Marc Stringle, John Horler, Andy Wood, Strings led by Sophie Langdon, Special guest appearance by the incomparable Cleo Laine. Also, The one & only Paul Jones with Digby Fairweather's Half Dozen, Steve Fishwick & Digby Fairweather showcase The Essex Boys, Strolling Minstrels, Dominic Ashworth & Paul Sealey. For more information contact Liz Lincoln, Mob: 07775 828896, lizli...@blueyonder.co.uk Tel: 01702 339565

The next National Jazz Archive Celebrity Event gig is with Paul Jones on Thursday 6th October 2011 from 1:30pm to 4:00 pm at Loughton Methodist Church, 260 High Road, Loughton, Essex . Paul Jones, the legendary singer, broadcaster, actor and rock icon joins blues authority Peter Harvie plus Digby Fairweather and his musicians for an afternoon of talk about jazz and the blues – with live music to follow. Tickets are £10. Tel.:(020) 8502-0181 E-mail:david....@essex.gov.uk Visit: archive in Loughton Library, open M/Tu/W/F 10–1

Annie's Jazz at Ye Olde Smack, 7 High Street, Leigh on Sea, Essex SS9 2EN. Every Tuesday 8-30-11pm. Free admission, contact 07888 751062 or see www.anniesjazz.co.uk for more. Upcoming gigs:

6th Sept. Derek Nash. Great frontman,hugely entertaining and highly accomplished! We havn't seen Derek for over a year. Tonight he is joined by Ted Beament on piano,Alan Morgan on bass and Jeff Lardner on drums.

13th Sept. Cheryl Lucas and Heartbeat. Departing slightly from the mainstream jazz format we can look forward to an exciting blend of blues/jazz and jump jive. A first for us at the smack. This band and singer Cheryl are hugely experienced in all forms of musical and theatrical entertainment.

20th Sept. Drummer Jason Campbell has a put together a band of true class for this evening. Paulo Losi on piano,Shane Ellessio on bass,Brian Iddenden on Sax and Jason on drums. A truly international mix. Paulo Losi was born in Milan,Brian Iddenden in Scotland and Shane Ellessio in New Hampshire U.S.A. These players are currently the toast of the town in London and I am really looking forward to hearing them.

27th Sept. The Keyminds Quartet. First time at the smack this newly formed line-up will be playing jazz standards with a slight souly,funky flavour. They are Tony Gooderham on piano,Roger Curphey on bass and Jason Campbell on drums with Annie on vocals.

A great weekly jazz night - Jazz@St Ant's Now in its 7th year! St Anthony's Club, The Red House, 13 Upton Ave, (corner of Upton Lane), Forest Gate E7. Every Wednesday 8.30 p.m. Admission £3. Please support the raffle from which all proceeds go to the band. All with John Pamenter (double bass) & Sid Thompson (drums). For the latest listings visit www.essexjazz.co.uk/ants or Jazz in London listing. Please download their current listing at www.jazzjam.co.uk/downloads/stants.pdf, or go to their website: www.essexjazz.co.uk/ants

7 Sep: Cliff Hall (piano)
14 Sep: Kelly Warden (vocals) + John China (piano)
21 Sep: John Withers (vibes) + Hilary Cameron (piano)
28 Sep: "JAZZ-U-LIKE!" - The Quintet

And finally ... absolutely nothing to do with jazz, but: 1. my daughter is one of the performers; and 2. they are fantastic! A video of Epping Gymnastics Display Team performing recently, representing Great Britain at the World Gymnstraeda in Switzerland.
http://youtu.be/YEDPn-2CvGM

The Southend Jazz Club meet every Monday at the EKCO Social & Sports Club, Thornford Gardens, Prittlewell, Southend-on-Sea, Essex. SS2 6PU (Tel: 01702 351641 - http://www.ekcoclub.co.uk/) from 8:00pm. Music starts at 8:30pm. For further information, contact: Shirley Newton Tel: 01702 432102 www.myspace.com/southendjazzclub.

September

5 - . George 'Kid' Tidiman's band - Led by George Tidiman on Trombone. Music Starts at 8:30pm.
12 - . Rex Odell and the Nicest People - Rex Odell and his Nicest People - Traditional Jazz led by Rex Odell on trombone and vocals. Music starts at 8:30pm..
19 - Mahogany Hall Stompers - led by Brian Giles (trumpet) with Tim Huskisson (reeds). Music Starts at 8:30pm.
26 - East Side Stompers - Classic New Orleans style music from a band with a front line featuring Ronnie Findon (reeds) backed by Roger Graham (bass), Graham Collicott (drums), and Brian Lawrence (banjo). Music Starts at 8:30pm.

Jazz at the Bardeswell - Last Tuesday of every month at the Bardeswell Social Club, Bardsewell Close, off Weald Road, Brentwood CM14 4TJ: doors open 7 pm.: music from 8 - 10.30 pm. Resident trio (John China on piano, : Ted Simpkins on bass and Dave Grant on drums) plus guests. Great crowd and drinks at club prices. Admission only £6 - what a bargain! Enquiries: Dave Grant 01708 763723

Sept 27th - Welcome first time guest Graham Hunter with his trumpets
Oct 25th - The return of the "two trombones" - Gary Davison and Derek Clenshaw
Nov 29th - "End of year" special - with buffet! - and jazz with Tim Huskisson (clarinet) Gary Wood (trumpet) and John Bridge (trombone)

The Belvedere Jazz and Swing Club, Billericay every Wednesday evening at the Belvedere Golf & Country Club, Harding Elms Road, Crays Hill, Billericay, Essex CM11 2UH. Doors open at 7:45pm with Music starting from 8:00pm-10.30pm. Please note - entrance fee now £10. Free Parking. From Bebop to Big Band, Easy Listening, Swing, Modern & Traditional - there's something for everyone! For upcoming performances see our gigs listings at www.belvederejazz.co.uk

September

7th -- Ken Turner Big Band with Nikki Page -Vocalist. All your favourite big band tunes plus songs from the Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee era performed by Nikki
14th -- Dave Lewis with Dave on tenor sax, Ted Beamont, - piano, Alan Morgan - double bass, Jeff Lardner - drums. Dave Lewis is a much revered saxophonist with the ability to play brilliantly in a host of jazz styles, swinging or weaving his way around a melody, Lewis has a flawless command of his instrument, a delectable, smooth tone and a sense of innate timing that allows his solos to glide around and over his fellow musicians, yet still retaining the tunes original melody.
21st -- Jacqui Hicks + Sandra Lambert Quartet with Jacqui - vocals , Sandra Lambert -piano, Jeff Lardner - drums, Dominic Howles - double bass, Andy Watson - guitar. Jacqui is one of the UK's top vocalists and performs with Shakattack and Back to Basie and has appeared at previously at our club along with Simply Swing and Steve Pert.
28th -- Tim Huskisson Quintet with Tim - piano, Paul Jayasnha - trumpet, Mick Foster - baritone sax, Roger Curphey - double bass - Jeff Lardner - drums. A mixture of standards and original tunes - All easy listenable to get to Foot-tapping stuff!

October

5th -- Mervyn Wright Orchestra with Mark Stratford & Nikki Page- vocals. All your big band favourites from the songbooks of Glenn Miller, Count Basie, Woody Herman, Ted Heath and Buddy Rich played to perfection as you like it with songs in the Frank Sinatra and Michael Buble way!
12th -- Graham Pike Quartet with Graham (ex TV studio sessions man) - trumpet, harmonica and vocals, Barry Parfitt -keyboard, Jason Simpson - bass, Tim Stephens - drums. A slick blend of originals, post - bebop, swing, cool, ambient, Miles, Coltrane, Parker, Gershwin, Fats Waller, latin & much more....
19th -- The Rex O'Dell All Stars with Rex Vocals and trombone, Mike Cotton - trumpet/vocals, Phil snack - saxes and clarinet, Alan Morgan - double bass, Pete Gregory - guitar, banjo and vocals, Alan Clarke -drums . A great evening of Swing, Dixieland, Mainstream and Trad with a masterful mix of standards you all know and love so well.
26th -- Sandra Lambert Quartet with Steve Pert - vocals, Sandra Lambert -piano, Jeff Lardner - drums, Dominic Howles - double bass, Andy Watson - guitar. Creating a thrill wherever they perform, Simply Swing delivers a top-drawer salute to the music of Frank Sinatra and The Rat Pack, Ella Fitzgerald, Nat 'King' Cole, Peggy Lee, Fred Astaire, Bobby Darin, Nina Simone et al. which blends surprisingly well with the more contemporary sounds of Robbie Williams, Jamie Cullum and Michael Bublé.

November

2nd -- Ken Turner Big Band with Nikki Page + Guest Vocalist. All your favourite big band tunes plus songs from the Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee era performed by Nikki
9th -- An Evening with Lee Gibson plus Ted Beament - piano, Paul Budd - drums, Alan Morgan - double bass.
‘The difference between Lee Gibson and many another jazz singers is that she swings in so many different ways, sometimes subtle, sometimes sensuous, sometimes joyful but always musical. (She is) one of the best Big Band singers in the country.’ ‘THE STAGE’
‘As far as I am concerned there can never be too much Lee Gibson…whether she is singing with the BBC Big Band or Holland’s vast Metropole Orchestra, or with a simple jazz trio, she lights up any song with her musicality.’ Dave Gelly ‘THE OBSERVER’
‘Lee Gibson is a ‘jazz vocal sensation’ (The Independent). A nationally and internationally acclaimed singer who has delighted critics and fans alike with her wonderful voice, innate sense of swing and dynamic stage presence. ‘She is that rarity, a swinging singer who has also reached the highest standards of musicianship.’ ‘TIME OUT’
16th -- Mervyn Wright Orchestra - Mark Stratford & Nikki Page - vocals. All your big band favourites from the songbooks of Glenn Miller, Count Basie, Woody Herman, Ted Heath and Buddy Rich played to perfection as you like it with songs in the Frank Sinatra, Michael Buble , Peggy Lee and Ella Fitzgerald way !
23rd -- Cabaret Night: The Rat Pack Special with Sandra Lambert Quartet . Steve Pert - vocals Sandra Lambert -piano, Jeff Lardner - drums, Dominic Howles - double bass, Andy Watson - guitar .
30th -- Tim Huskisson Quintet with Tim on clarinet and sax, John China - piano, Roger Curphey - double bass, Jeff Lardner - drums. Some Swing, some Mainstream, even some Dixieland!

December

7th -- Jo Fooks + Sam Edwards Trio with Jo on tenor sax, Sam Edwards - piano, Andy Staples - double bass, Martin 'Magic' Johnson - drums. In 1992 Jo won Young Scottish Jazz Musician of the Year and has toured with the Humphrey Littleton Band, Acker Bilk, and played alongside Elkie Brooks, Scott Hamilton and Tina May. Her mellow tone is compared to Stan Getz and Zoot Simms. Smooth standards with a Swing!
14th -- Christmas Party Night -The Mervyn Wright Big Band with the MV Serenaders with Paul Wood, Mark & Harry Stratford + Nikki Page Artists to be Confirmed Tickets £15 in advance

Music at Marigolds, Harlow Cricket Club. A great regular jazz night in Harlow on the last Friday of every month. More at: www.musicatmarigolds.co.uk. For those of you who live locally you can, if you wish, visit the Clubhouse when it is open and have a drink in one of the most peaceful and picturesque parts of Old Harlow. Currently the Clubhouse is usually open on Saturdays and Sundays from about 12 to about 5 or 6pm depending on demand. The Clubhouse is also available for hire at very competitive rates. They also host some great blues nights, which are included in the listings below: Jazz £8 on the door or £7 in advance - Blues £7 on the door or £6 in advance

16th September - The Fugitives - (Marigolds Blues Club) www.thefugitives.co.uk

Terry Boon on bass and vocals, Keith Harris on guitar, John Andreotti on guitar, and Ken Shillingford on drums. The Fugitives have been on the run in the central lowland swamps of West Essex for a good few years now. Having managed to evade the bloodhounds they have hold up at Marigolds on several occasions in the past. The Fugitives draw on numerous blues influences to try and find the spirit of the blues and to return it to being the popular entertaining music that it was originally meant to be. Now out on parole and back at Marigolds by popular demand the Fugitives are not a rock band that plays the odd blues but are a blues band getting the feel, getting it right but above all else getting the audience to enjoy a great night out

30th September - A Tribute to Art Pepper with Allison Neale - (Marigolds Jazz Club) www.allisonneale.com/biog.htm

Allison Neale on saxophone and flute, Leon Greening keyboards, Julien Bury on bass and Steve Brown on drums. Allison Neale was born in Seattle, USA, and raised in Northamptonshire, UK. She started playing by ear at an early age, assimilating the stylistic approach of many players, but above all Paul Desmond and Art Pepper, with whom she still has a particular affinity. Spending her formative years playing alto in the Midland Youth Jazz Orchestra, she had the opportunity to perform with many leading international artists such as Adelaide Hall, Bobby Shew, Bud Shank, and Lanny Morgan, amongst others. She also held the flute chair in the National Youth Jazz Orchestra between 1996 and 1998. After completing a BA Hons. in performing arts at De Montfort University, Allison attended the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London, where she attained a postgraduate diploma in jazz and studio music. The Allison Neale quartet can be seen playing at venues in London and around the UK on a regular basis. Allison is also involved in other ongoing bands and projects, including the contemporary Brazilian ensemble Caratinga and a quintet with trumpeter Gary Cavanagh. The debut CD by the Allison Neale Quartet "Melody Express" was released in early 2004 on 33 records. Tonight Allison plays a tribute to the late, great Art Pepper

14th October - JimmyC and the Bluesdragons - (Marigolds Blues Club)
28th October - Simon Spillett - (Marigolds Jazz Club)
11th November - Rag Mama Rag - (Marigolds Blues Club)
25th November - The Marigolds All Stars (Marigolds Jazz Club) - Alan Barnes sax, Roy Williams trombone, John China keyboards, Murray Salmon bass and Martin Guy drums.
9th December - The Jives - (Marigolds Blues Club)
30th December - Jo Fooks - (Marigolds Jazz Club)

There is a monthly jazz gig in Westcliff on Sunday lunchtime 1pm to 4pm, at a family run Portugese restaurant called O'Picado. Mick Foster (bari & alto sax) will be playing each month, with a guest accompanist. Jazz and Tapas, O'Picado, 403 London Road, Westcliff on Sea, Essex SS0 7HU, 1.00pm - 4.00pm. Tel 01702 300540. The next O Picado will be 21 Aug with Mick and Chris Kibble (pno). The one after that will be 18 Sep, and will feature a trio, "We Three" which will comprise Digby Faiweather (cornet/trumpet), David Hackbridge-Johnson (pno) and Mick Foster on bass saxophone, promoting their newly released album, "Crackerbarrel Music".

Sunday Jazz at The Kingscliff Hotel, Kings Parade, Holland on Sea CO15 5JB - Last Sunday of the Month - Doors Open 7pm Jazz 7.30pm till 10.30pm Admission £9 - Licensed Bar

25th Sept -- Lee Gibson - Vocalist, Ted Beament - Keyboard, Jeff Lardner - Drums, Alan Morgan - Bass
30th Oct -- Alan Barnes -Saxes, Ted Beament - Keyboard, Jeff Lardner - Drums, Alan Morgan - Bass
27th Nov -- Steve Pert - Vocalist,. Sandra Lambert - Keyboard, Jeff Lardner - Drums, Dominic Howells - Bass

There is a regular monthly gig by the Kol Paterson Band at The Galley in Woodbridge, 21 Market Hill, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP12 4LX www.galley.uk.com on the following dates:-16 Sept. Contact Des Hart des-...@supanet.com or phone 01728 685622

Every third Wednesday at Ye Olde Cherry Tree pub, Southgate Green, N14 6EN The Gerry Kennally Quartet. Starts 8pm; Jam starts at 9pm.

Every Tuesday Evening 7.30 -9.30pm. Music, Improvisation, Meditation & Mindfulness at Samatha House, near Stisted, Essex. Explore & learn relaxing meditation techniques, music improvising workshops & listening to meditative music (plus Johnty Wilks saxes, synths, flutes, Darnell keyboards & synths,) plus special guests (musicians, meditation teachers including "virtual performance sessions" from around the world via the internet & projected onto a large screen). £5.00 (or £7.50 including food at the earlier time 6.30pm and socialising). There will also be projections, candles and subdued lighting for a relaxing ambience. For more info and to book call Johnty on 0771 359 4543. B & B is also available.

The Cyril Bass Jazz Quartet plus Guests play very nice easy listening jazz every last Thursday of the month from 8:30pm - 11:00pm at The King William IV, 816 High Road, Leyton E10 6AE, opposite the entrance to Tesco. Free entry, with Brodie's brewery real ales and beers at £1.99 pint (at present). See: www.williamthefourth.net and: www.brodiesbeers.co.uk Pub tel: 020 8556 2460 mob: 07976 122853 Email: jamesan...@brodiesbeers.com.

Leytonstone based, quintet 'Hot House' plays the Luna Lounge, 7 Church Lane, Leytonstone E11 1HG on the second Sunday of each month. 8.00-11.00; Free entry.

'Hot House' line up is Ned Edworthy Saxes; John Wallbank Trumpet; Laura Hills Piano; Sandy Shearer Bass; and Sid Thompson Drums.The band plays songs of bebob composer Tadd Dameron and other jazz masters such as Charles Mingus, Billie Strayhorn and Dizzy Gillespie together with songs from the American Songbook

There is a regular session at The Woolpack, Tuddenham Road, Ipswich IP4 2SH on the last Sunday of each month and bank holidays with a regular rhythm section and different front line each month. Contact Des Hart des-...@supanet.com or phone 01728 685622

Jazz at the Boathouse. Jazz Sessions Hosted by Broxbourne Rowing Club at the newly rebuilt Clubhouse, Old Nazeing Road, Broxbourne, EN10 6QU. www.broxbournerowing.org
Doors Open 8.00pm Music from 8.30pm. Admission £10.00 Under 21 £5.00 - subject to proof of age. For further information please contact Neil Fryer 1a Salisbury Road Hoddesdon EN11 0HY 01992 442263 www.broxbournerowing.org.

Thurs 1st Sept - Featuring his new Album 'Serpent' Alex Garnett Quintet Alex Garnett (saxophones) Steve Fishwick (trumpet/flugel horn) Ross Stanley (keyboard) Michael Janisch (double bass) and Andrew Bain (drums)

Thurs 6th Oct - Christian Brewer Quintet. Stellar Straight Ahead Jazz Group Damon Brown (trumpet/flugel horn) Christian Brewer (alto sax) Leon Greening (keyboard) Adam King (double bass) and Matt Skelton (drums)

Thurs 3rd Nov - Jim Mullen / Brian Dee Quartet. Guitar and Keyboard Stars with Bill Coleman (double bass) and Ralph Salmins (drums)

The little Jazz Club @ The Mayflower Pub. High Street, Old Town, Leigh … behind the fish and chip shop. For more info: 01702 478535. Early Bird Special Cod and Chips £5.95 from 7pm. Free live music Thursdays from 8pm. Friendly, candlelit jazz night- it's like listening to jazz in your own front room. Every week Two For Tea ( Heather Simmons on double bass and vocals/ Wendy Morgan on ukulele and vocals) will play for your enjoyment from 8pm and then welcome following acts.

The first Thursday of every month - RoccoLane at The Small Copper PH, Churchfield, Harlow, Essex CM20 3DE. Free admission. RoccoLane is Duncan Lane keyboards, Raf Ruocco, bass, Roisin Quinn, vocals and keyboard, Geoff Duckworth, tenor/soprano sax and flute, Steve Ball, percussion who play an exciting and kaleidoscopic mix of jazz, fusion, latin and more in theirown unique arrangements

The Maritime Room at the Cliffs Pavilion, Southend have annouced their new programme for their monthly club "The Jazz Mix" which runs on the last Thursday of each month hosting quality acts from the musical genres of jazz, funk, soul and blues. Promoter Mick Crook says "having previously been involved in running a successful friendly local club for 5 seasons my aim is to replicate that with "The Jazz Mix" and put on a varied monthly programme that he hopes everyone will be appreciative of. Doors open 8pm, music 8.30-11pm. Admission £8 on the door, student £4 with valid photo card.

For next season, kicking off on Thursday August 18th they have managed to book what they consider and hope you agree is a good mix of artists again.

Sept 29th, we have top class funk fusion band Protect the Beat with their superb line-up that includes Derek Nash on saxes, Tim Cansfield on guitar and Darby Todd on drums.

Oct 27th, we welcome back to Southend the absolutely brilliant multi-instrumentalist Nelson Rangell, those of you are managed to squeeze into Bar Lambs back in December 2005 will know what a brilliant player Nelson is, he's over from Colorado on a week's UK tour and I'm very glad that I've managed to secure him for a gig again……this guy can play the lot…alto, tenor and soprano saxes, flute, piccolo and he's also a superb whistler….trust me miss him at your peril!

Nov 24th, we welcome International Jazz Voices 2010 competition winner Sarah Ellen Hughes and her band, who will be touring with her brand new cd, plus very special guest with special guest Quentin Collins on trumpet.

Dec 22nd, Xmas Latin party with King Salsa

Going into 2012, we have in the book….the return of smooth jazz guitarist Chris Standring, the brand new Quentin Collins/Brandon Allen jazz quartet and local born saxophonist Gary Plumley with his band Meta4…..so lots to look forward to and more.

Jazz at the Wash. Every Thursday evening 9 -11pm. Free Entry. The regular group is now led by that well known keyboard player Bert Leyton playing swing and mainstream. Your genial hosts are Barbara and Frank White at the Ilford RAFA Club, 295 Cranbook Road, Ilford IG1 4UA - opposite the Wash, Valentines Park. Drinks at club prices. Leave the car behind - there is a bus stop right outside! For admission climb the steps, ring the bell and ask for the bar.

The Liberty Hall Stompers will be playing New Orleans jazz on the 2nd Wednesday of every month at 8.00 - 10.30pm at Bar Lambs (The Lamb & Lion at Station Road, Westcliff-on-Sea SS0 7SD).

Every Monday evening 8pm -11pm - Ron Spack's Jazztet at The Oakwood, 564 Rayleigh Road, East Wood, Leigh-On-Sea SS9 5HX. Mainstream Jazz, front line changes each week, sitters-in welcome. Meals served prior to and throughout the evening

September (Mondays)
5th --John Sharpe -Tnr Sax, Dave Kay - Gtr
12th Tim Huskisson - Clarinet, Mike Sagrott - Gtr
19th Tony Pethan - Saxes, Mike Warner - Gtr
26th Dave Jago - Trmb, Chris English - Keybds

For Trad Jazz fans there is the long-established Hornchurch Jazz Club, 25 North St (rear), Hornchurch, Essex. Tel: Laurie on 07913 558616. Great atmosphere. Dancing. Drinks at Club Prices.Members £5. Guests £6. 8:30 - 11pm. For listings please go to www.essexjazz.co.uk/hornchurch.shtml

We have been asked to mention a venue in Tunbridge Wells, Kent called Trinity Theatre (www.trinitytheatre.net) which hosts music, dance, theatre, comedy and film events. It is almost entirely run by volunteers and has been going for over 25 years:

A little further afield there is jazz every Sunday afternoon at the Railway Hotel in Southend from 5pm to 7pm.  32 Clifftown Road, Town Centre, Southend-On-Sea SS1 1AJ.  A day on the seafront getting tanned and/or rusty, a drink and a couple of hours of jazz once the sun (yeah, right …) starts to go down, then just enough time to get back to Buckhurst Hill for your favourite jam – what better way could there be to spend a Sunday?

Herts Jazz - now at the Hawthorne Studio, Campus West, The Campus, Welwyn Garden City, Herts AL8 6BX. Booking is now through Campus West on 01707 357 117. The website is still operating however. Show times etc are the same - www.hertsjazz.co.uk. 8pm til 10.30pm (doors 7.30pm). Tickets £12 (£10 conc), except gigs here marked * which are £15 (£12 conc). Discounted tickets from £10 via the website. You can download their latest brochure at www.jazzupdate.co.uk/downloads/hertsjazz.pdf

SEPTEMBER
11th - Alan Skidmore Quartet
18th - Gary Willcox Quartet
25th - Anita Wardell

OCTOBER
2nd - Tommy Smith's Karma
9th - Jure Pukl Quartet
23rd - Derek Nash Quartet
30th - Benn Clatworthy Quartet

NOVEMBER
6th - Steve Melling/Clark Tracey Special Septet
13th - Nigel Hitchcock Quartet
20th - Jean Toussaint Quartet
27th - Will Butterworth Trio

DECEMBER
4th - Stan Tracey Quartet “A Child's Xmas”
11th - Stan Sulzmann's Neon
18th - Christmas Party

"Spikes Place" run two different nights in Essex. Call 01245 420475 for details:

"Spike's Place" Jazz Club @ Brentwood - 8.30pm
Bardswell Social Club, Weald Road, Brentwood,Essex CM14 4TJ. Top-Class Mainstream Jazz.

6th Sept - Dave Black & Alice Coulam Quintet - £10-£12
13th Sept - Paul Eshelby Quartet - £9-£11
20th Sept - Robert Fowler Quartet - £9-£11

"Saffron Jazz" - 3rd Thursday every month - 8.30pm
Saffron Hotel, High St, Saffron Walden, Essex CB10 1AZ. Top-Class Mainstream Jazz.. Please call 01245 420475 for details or see website www.myspace.com/spikesplacejazzclub

15th Sept - Christian Brewer Quartet - £11

Frank Griffith Giglist

12 Sept -- with Alexander Stewart Pizza Express Dean Street 10 Dean Street. London, W1 £15 admission 9pm www.pizzaexpresslive.com
25 Sept -- Frank Griffith Big Band - Ruislip Manor Sports Club, Grosvenor Vale, HA4 6JQ £8 admission 12.30-3pm

4 Nov -- with Val Wiseman Spice of Life, 6 Moor St, London, W1£5 admission 12.30-2.30pm www.spicejazz.co.uk
17 Nov -- "Café Society" Purcell Room- South Bank £20 admission 7.30pm London Jazz Festival www.serious.org.uk
25 Nov -- w/Mike Garrick Roberts Room, Brunel University, Uxbridge, UB8 free admission 1-2pm www.brunel.ac.uk/artscentre

The David Morris Quartet (David Morris - guitar, Steve Salkind - sax, Vicky Tilson - double bass and Reinis Axelsson- drums), perform every last Sunday of the month at the King's Head in Acton (www.kingsheadacton.com). Admission free.

The London Jazz Guitar Society run by David Morris (www.meetup.com/LondonJazzGuitarSociety/) have weekly jazz guitar workshops at the King's Head in Acton and also publicise and arrange meetups at jazz guitar gigs around London. These workshops are aimed at players who are already competent at the guitar, but who are either new to jazz improvisation or have some gaps in their knowledge.
In the near future there will be classes for beginners as well. Go to the website for all the details and updates.

The only authentic MJQ Celebration, whose programmes consist of entirely MJQ music with Jim Hart [vibes] Mike Garrick [piano] Steve Brown [drums] and Matt Ridley [bass] are playing Hove Festival [17 Sept], Wooburn Festival [1 Oct] and Peterborough Jazz [14 Oct]. They perform of course in evening dress or by special request [as legend has it] au natural as they reportedly did in the castle retreat of a Swiss nudist colony in their heyday. Info: 01442 864989. Michael Garrick

A jazz night in Bishops Stortford, at Lussmann's restaurant every Wednesday night. For more please see www.lussmanns.com. "Great jazz outside London doesn’t come easy and eating well whilst listening to some of the most talented musicians currently performing in the UK is what the best entertainment is all about. I hope you will come to enjoy these evenings and make them a weekly date not to be missed." Bookings can be made with Lussmanns in Bishop's Stortford on 01279 759115.

The Moorish Lounge, 3, Quay St., Woodbridge present the Paul Hodgson Trio featuring guitarist Jim Mullen and organist Mike Gorman on the last Sunday of every month. 2 to 5pm. Admission FREE.

The Hunter Club in Bury St Edmunds 65 Guildhall Street, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1QF would love all music lovers to come and enjoy an evening of music in their comfortable jazz club atmosphere. The music will begin in the main dance hall at 8pm. Licensed bar. Comfortable jazz club atmosphere. To book call (01284) 748280 or visit www.hunterclub.org.uk or book on The Theatre Royal Website www.theatreroyal.org Table reservations taken for parties of 4 persons and over. Guest Musicians accompanied by the Chris Ingham Trio. Tickets are £10 and doors are at 7.30.

Master Classes @ The Hunter Club - Jazz workshops all levels of ability welcome 4.30pm-6.30pm (£25 includes admission to evening perfomance, £5 spectators) To book call (01284) 748280 or visit www.hunterclub.org.uk or book on The Theatre Royal Website www.theatreroyal.org *

*Jazz workshops all levels of ability welcome

A Norfolk gig - The Eddie Seales Big Band perform on the 1st Tuesday of the month (except Jan.) is at The William Burt Centre, West Winch (near Kings Lynn).

www.eddiesealesbigband.co.uk

Carol Braithwaite's performances listed - for more information please ring 01702 232377, or see her website www.carolbraithwaite.com

8 Sept Blue Boar - Maldon, Essex. Carol Braithwaite with the Sayers Storyville Jazzband - an evening of traditional jazz £5 entry. 8.30 -11pm.

24 Sept Saturday Night Park Inn Palace, Church Road, Southend, (Pier hill) SS1 2AL tel: 01702 455100 An evening to swing and smooth jazz at one of the best Hotels In Essex.
Carol & Trio: Tim Huskisson - piano, Mike Sagrott- Guitar. Ted Simkins - bass. 8.30 -11pm FREE ENTRY.

The Jazz Crew is available for parties, events & occasions for information
email carol_br...@msn.com or call 01702 344 855 web: www.carolbraithwaite.com

Eileen Ford's Lunchtime Jazz at "The Edge" Café, 80-84 Market Place, Romford. (Nr The Bull Pub). Entrance FREE. Performances on Sunday Lunch-time between 1.00 - 3.00 fortnightly. Come and join Eileen and Hadleigh Ford for a relaxing couple of hours listening to your favourite jazz standards (and more) or just pop in for a quick drink. The Edge offers Full licensed bar, a range of hot and cold snacks and drinks or a Sunday Lunch for around £6.00 . For more info phone Eileen on 07799 390 758. Dates:- 11 September - with John China on piano and 25 September.

The Pheasantry - London's leading supper club 152-154 King's Road London SW3 4UT. Listings follow. Monday - Saturday. Doors 7.00pm Show 8.30pm Sundays: Doors 6.30pm Show 8.00pm Bookings: 08456 027 017 | www.pizzaexpresslive.com

Verona Chard's upcoming gigs are listed on her website. AND a first for us ... for once we aren't asking you to part with your hard-earned money, you actually have a chance to win cash!! There is a competition running on her website, www.veronachard.com - choose your favourite track from her new album for a chance to win £250 cash! And the radio show: Verona's radio show Women in Jazz is on www.ukjazzradio.com. "I welcome your feedback, let me know of any female instrumentalists and singers you love to listen to".

For information on Stella Goodey's gigs. Access her website www.stellagoodey.com. Call 07787 317464.

New dates announced for Giant Steps Jazz weekends with Mark Bassey at Missenden Abbey, Great Missenden, Bucks, HP16 0BD.

The latest Missenden Abbey adult learning catalogue for 2011 / 2012 has on page 77 a whole new curriculum called Performance, which now comprises our Jazz weekends and also a new Rock group and new singing workshops. Please visit the website to see the new dates, and I would ask you to book through Giant Steps Jazz website - even if you are a returning attendee and know the phone number for The Abbey to manage who is booking and what instrument they play. Numbers for piano, drums, bass and guitar have to be limited but also the total number of people in the group. Last they had 18 players, which was just a little too many, and they have decided to aim for a group size of about 12 in future. Some of the courses book-up quickly but it's perfectly OK to book well in advance. Simply choose to pay by credit card and your booking will be transmitted electronically to Rosa Maria's team, who will phone you and ask for a small credit card deposit. They then take the full amount two weeks before the event. www.giantstepsjazz.com

News & Forthcoming Events at EXCHANGE HOUSE MUSIC CLUB, Exchange House, Blackmore, Essex, CM4 0QY. Tel. 01277 824 616. Contact David Price:

David recently completed his purpose built mini concert hall at his residence in Blackmore, Essex.

The Banjo Club meets every Monday at Exchange House 2.00-4.00pm. Play the music - join the banjo band.

David Viscount Price A.L.C.M., Exchange House, Blackmore, Essex CM4 0QY
Tel: 01277 824 616 or 07885 423 393 www.jazzbanduk.com

The Grapevine magazine, the most comprehensive FREE what's on guide in East Anglia. is going to be devoting a monthly jazz page trying to promote jazz to a wider and younger audience. Including a jazz gig round up every third month.

The Frank Griffith Big Band released their debut CD on 20 July 2011.

The big band returns! With its debut CD, Holland Park Non-Stop on the HEPJAZZ label, this powerful band shows the genre is alive and kicking. Under the leadership of US composer, arranger and reedsman Frank Griffith, the band displays its affection for the music's past while sounding decidedly fresh and contemporary. Bandleader Frank Griffith has been resident in the UK since 1996. He has worked with Mel Torme, Ron Carter, Jon Hendricks, Lionel Hampton, Mel Lewis, Sir John Dankworth and Dame Cleo Laine, amongst many others. His remarkable breadth of experience shows in his skilled and evocative arranging and well as in his authoritative soloing on tenor sax and clarinet. Internationally acclaimed vocalist Tina May appears on three tracks. One is a brand new treatment of Jimmy Van Heusen's classic, Oh You Crazy Moon, given a fresh coat of paint by Griffith as requested by label boss, Alastair Robertson - and Tina's spirited and swaggering delivery really does send it into lunar orbit. Other standout solo contributions include those from trumpeters, Steve Fishwick and Freddie Gavita; Swedish trombonist, Mattias Eskilsson and leading UK saxophonists, Matt Wates and Karen Sharp. Recent Jazz Parliamentry Award Winner, pianist, John Turville leads a rhythm section, joined by drummer, Matt Home and bassist, Spencer Brown.Stay tuned for news of our upcoming launch event at Ronnie Scotts. To purchase a copy of Holland Park Non-Stop please logon to www.frank.griffith.co.uk or www.hepjazz.com and click on New Issues.
"Frank Griffith's work has delighted me" - the late Sir John Dankworth
"Griffith has loosely modelled his band on the sonorous harmonies and interlocking riffs of the 1950s with Gil Evans particularly favoured" Mike Hobart- The Financial Times
All requests for further information, photos, and review tickets to: frank.g...@brunel.ac.uk. 07976 313224

East Coast Wind in partnership with The Havering Saxophonics will be hosting a series of Saxophone Masterclasses over the next few months. This selelction of masterclasses will cover specific topics rather than a general how to improvise type class. The events will be held at The Coopers and Coborn School on Tuesday evenings from 7pm -9pm. Cost to attend is only £5.For more details call John at East Coast Wind on 01708 446644.

Richardsons Holiday Village will be holding their 21st Festival of Swing Jazz and Cabaret over the 18th to 21st November. Interested parties should go to www.richardsonsholidayvillages.co.uk.

The Tuxedo Jazz Orchestra and other performers will be at the South Downs Holiday Village, Bracklesham, Chichester, West Sussex at their 21st Festival of Swing, Jazz and Cabaret between Friday 18th November and Monday 21st.

I know quite a few of our subscribers have been on one of Michael Garrick's wonderful courses. Chris has been on several now, and always thoroughly enjoyed them. For those of you musicians who haven't yet been to one: what's stopping you? It is a fantastic residential course in a beautiful setting, with amazing tutors and a bunch of the friendliest people you could ever hope to meet. I would highly recommend these courses to anyone who wants to improve their musicianship and have a great time into the bargain. For more information and for bookings please go to www.jazzacademy.co.uk.

After Christmas - Winter Jazz! What happens between Christmas and New Year, apart from more eating, more drinking and more insufferable relatives?! (If you really want to stay together though, bring them along at the reduced friends and relations rate). WINTER JAZZ is the answer - an oasis of cool excitement for all instrumentalists and vocalists at Beechwood between Chrismas & New Year. And of course you can find out more about Michael and buy his music from his website: www.michaelgarrick.co.uk.

I am sure most of you already listen in, but if you weren't aware of it you really should be listening to jazz broadcaster of the year Paul Barnes's show The Late Paul Barnes. The show is broadcast each Saturday between 11pm and 1am on the following BBC stations: Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Kent, Cambridgeshire, Northampton and 3CR (Beds, Bucks, Herts). And for those of you who aren't night owls, thanks to the wonders of modern technology you can "listen again" any time, anywhere by going to: www.bbc.co.uk/norfolk/programmes/schedules

Music For Baby has been started by professional musicians who wanted to create the perfect soundtrack to their baby's life. Collections of music have been recorded for different activities and to support baby's development, whilst introducing baby to a range of real musical instruments. The music will contain elements that are proven to be winners with children – the familiar nursery rhymes and lullabies for example, or the use of repetition and rhythmic emphasis, but crucially the music will also contain real instruments with real musicians performing on them rather than entirely synthetic sounds. It will also contain intelligent arrangements and will introduce a range of different styles designed to broaden the musical palate. This should also mean adults are equally able to enjoy the music, even if it is the umpteenth play through ("again again" is afamiliar cry!).To learn more and listen to samples please go to www.musicforbaby.co.uk

And especially for those of you with children/grandchildren still in school, or those with an interest in promoting music amongst our youth, we would like to bring to your attention the excellent music services and facilities provided by Essex Music Services. They are part of Essex County Council and provide:
" Quality instrumental tuition and workshops to school and colleges in Essex, covering all major orchestral and band instruments and musical styles"
" The opportunity for young people to perform in many youth orchestras and choirs "
" Concerts throughout the county where the groups showcase their talents."

One of the youth orchestras is The Essex Youth Jazz Orchestra (EYJO) which is for young musicians who have a love for jazz. Members need to attain a minimum of grade 5 in their chosen instrument, and entry is by audition. The EYJO meets monthly for rehearsals. EYJO also go on tour and perform around the county. Their Musical Director is Martin Hathaway, who has directed the EYJO since 1991 and is one of the country's leading jazz musicians. Martin is a member of numerous orchestra and quintets and was one of the leading lights in establishing the Heathcote Arms 344 Grove Green Road Leytonstone London E11 4EA as a prime venue for jazz in London, attracting the likes of Kenny Wheeler, Harry Beckett, Don Weller and other renowned jazz musicians. Martin has won awards for both performance and composition including the MCPS Best Original Composition Award in the BBC Big Band Contest. He has recorded and toured with Radiohead and appeared on their Platinum album Kid A. He is also the resident conductor of Young Essex Jazz and Essex Junior Jazz.

Tickets for Essex Music Services' Jazz concerts may be purchased by calling 01206 798788 for tickets or email beverley...@essex.gov.uk

For those of you familiar with the Buckhurst Hill Jam (www.jazzjam.co.uk) and Infusion (www.infusionband.co.uk), both Josh (drums) and Chris (piano) are avid EYJO members (Chris plays tenor sax at EYJO though, not piano). You are welcome to speak to them if you want an inside view of this outstanding facility.

Guitarist Martin Shepherd, a recent regular at the Buckhurst Hill jam, has launched Jazz Zone, a CD of self-penned tunes covering bebop and Latin styles plus an altered blues. The obvious tonal reference points are George Benson and Wes Montgomery. The improvisations are of a high standard - Martin has a light touch and plays through the changes well. Drums and percussion are programmed but sound convincing. One for the car? Martin is offering Jazz Zone to newsletter subscribers for just £6 including postage and packing and an information sheet - a 33% discount on the store price. For further information, e-mail Martin at mp.s...@virgin.net Those who wish to listen first should go to the MySpace home page and type martinshepherdguitar into the 'find members' box.

Retrospectivejazz, are a trad and Dixieland band based in darkest NE Essex. You can find their website at www.retrospectivejazz.co.uk

This from Loughton guitar legend Mike Eaves, who has worked with artistes as diverse as Lee Ryan, Will Young, Shirley Bassey, Michael Ball, John Williams, Martine McCutcheon, and the London Symphony Orchestra. Please see www.mikeeaves.co.uk for more information and details of special offers, or call Mike on 020 8508 5539:

Short Courses - A range of short courses are currently available. These consist of a block of lessons designed to focus on a specific function, including: Refresher course for lapsed players, Jazz Improvisation, Session Player techniques, Sight Reading, Preparation for a performance etc. Bespoke short courses can be put together also, such as learning a specific piece of music. Short courses can be taken independently, or in addition to regular lessons, and are taught on a one to one basis.
Taster Courses - A specifically designed experience to give beginners a taste of playing guitar. A block of four lessons can be taken which will take you through the basics, enabling you to decide if the guitar is the right instrument for you. All taster courses are one to one to ensure you have the best introduction to the instrument possible.
Instrument Hire - A newly available service, guitars can be hired for taster courses. Electric or acoustic guitars available at a fee of £5 per week. Full size and 3/4 size instruments available. Damage deposit of £50 required, refundable upon return of instrument.
Gift Vouchers - Gift vouchers make a great present for a loved one or close friend. Gift Vouchers are available for short courses, taster courses or a set number of regular lessons as you require. Order now and a voucher showing the gift details can be provided.

A great recording studio where Chris has just done some work which we would highly recommend for jazz and vocal recordings. Based in Reading unfortunately, but very reasonably priced (£125 per day for weekdays and £140 per day for weekends), with a producer who has got a great feel for the style as well as being incredibly friendly and helpful. He can do everything from a couple of live demos through to producing a fully mastered CD album. www.m4studios.co.uk - for more details call Craig on 07595 643680 or email enqu...@m4studios.co.uk

And something a bit different, courtesy of JazzJam regular Johnty ... “Musicians Heaven”, a unique Bed & Breakfast and retreat for jazz musicians run by a musician (saxophonist, jazz, electronica), based in a gorgeous 16th Century manor house in mid Essex. Rehearse, compose or practise in your room, jam with other guests, enjoy the peace and quiet of “non music time” or listen to the enchanting sounds of nature as you wander around the grounds.  Only 1 hour from London, 20 minutes from Stansted Airport, based in the heart of Essex.  A musicians retreat, where you won’t have to worry about disturbing the neighbours, where you can get inspiration for new compositions and where you can meet other like - minded people.  Ideal for composers seeking an idyllic and inspiring refuge to compose, to touring musicians who need somewhere to rehearse or musicians looking for a holiday or short break where they can practise their instrument or jam with others in the evenings. See http://www.myspace.com/529278563 for more details or Call Johnty Wilks on 0207 193 1977 (London number for bookings).

Dave Self is a lifelong jazz fan, performer and DJ. He is a presenter of a jazz show for Blast 1386 - Tuesdays midday toCARL ORR on guitar [yes the guitarist with the billy cobham band] and ANDY NOBLE on keyboards . carl and andy are both from australia and are both top class exellent musicians 1pm, repeated on Fridays 8pm to 9pm. You can listen in to his show at http://radiotime.com/station/s_6837/Blast_1386.aspx. Dave has also kindly written a review of the Cork Jazz Festival for Jazz Update, which you can read at www.jazzupdate.co.uk/daveself.shtml

A really good website, kindly pointed out to us by Steve Duke. www.jazzonthetube.com. Basically it is a directory of all the great jazz videos which can be found on YouTube sorted by artist ... highly addictive!

Modern jazz orchestra in Lordswood, Medway seeks 1 trumpet and 3 trombones to complete the 18 piece line up. Strong 5 piece rhythm section inc. Latin percussion. Strong sax section led by international recording artist and touring session man, Gary Barnacle. Excellent first trumpet and first trombone ready to lead a new brass section. Sight reading essential. Plenty of opportunity for improvisation (previous improvisation experience not essential, classically trained players welcome). Workshop session with an excellent MD once a fortnight. Jazz workshop with Michael Garrick planned for the near future. Inclusive and friendly with a subsidised bar!!! Contact lisa...@tesco.net or call 01622 736800.

Musicians wanted for a big band based in Hatfield, Herts. In particular trombones, trumpets and saxes needed, but if you fancy big band playing please get in touch. Rehearsals every Monday evening. Please call Dick Barnard on 07754 406965 for more information.

Musicians wanted!! The Eastbury Concert Band welcome extra musicians at this time. They are essentially a wind band but they play a variety of popular music and have dance band and jazz musicians in the ranks. It is certainly a good training ground for reading music. More information on website with pictures - http://sites.google.com/site/theeastburyconcertband or ring Lance Roberts - leader and conductor on 01245 441071, Mobile - 07871 179947 or send me an email and I will forward it on.

And some events courtesy of our friends at Jazznights (www.jazz-nights.com):

Clare: The guest this week is a new name to watch - ex-NYJO singer Sarah Ellen Hughes. The rhythm section for this evening will feature Mal Maddock (keys) and Mick Hutton (bass). Sitting-in welcome. Adm £8. Music 8pm-10.30pm. Check www.jazz-nights.com for details.

Stoke By Nayland: Fleece Jazz at Stoke By Nayland Hotel, Golf & Spa present John Etheridge & John Horler on Friday 2nd September and on Friday 9th September the Dave Lewis Quartet appear. 8pm start. Call 01787 211865 and check www.jazzatthefleece.org.uk for more details.

Bury St Edmunds: Saxophonist Brandon Allen appears with the Chris Ingham Trio at The Hunter Club, 65, Guidhall Street on Friday 2nd September for an afternoon workshop and evening gig. On Friday 9th September Christine Tobin & Liam Noble present their "Tapestry Unravelled" interpretation of the famous Carol King album. Check all details at www.hunterclub.org.uk or call 01284 748280.

Bury St Edmunds: The Devil's Kitchen Collective feature the Sarah Gillespie Quartet with Gilad Atzmon on Saturday 3rd September at The Greene King Social Club, IP33 1QT. Doors open and food served from 7pm. See www.thedevilskitchencollective.co.uk for directions & details.

Bishop's Stortford: Lussmanns, 4, Adderley Road, CM23 3AX feature on Wednesday 7th September singer Atila appears. Cover charge £2 only. Details on 01279 759113 and check http://www.lussmanns.com.

Ipswich: On Sunday 25th September the jazz club presents the Matt Wates Sextet at The California Club, 195, Foxhall Road, IP3 8LB. Doors 7.30pm. Music 8pm. Adm £13. See www.ipswichjazzclub.co.uk.

Cambridge: The CMJC present Tommy Smith's Karma project on Friday 30th September at the Hidden Rooms, The Basement, 7a, Jesus Lane, CB5 8BA. Doors 7.15pm - 8pm start. Phone 01223 514776 or 07912 627762 or email moder...@hiddenthing.com. See www.cambridgejazz.org for more details.

Cambridge: The Andy Bowie Quartet are at The Clarendon Arms, 35/6, Clarendon Street every Sunday from 8.30pm. Free admission. Check http://www.soundclick.com/bands/default.cfm?bandID=953052 for details.

Bungay: The Buck Inn at Flixton present the Sole Bay Jazz Band every Thursday from 8.30pm to 11pm. Free admission.

Lowestoft: Milestones Jazz Club present singer Zoe Gilby & the Andy Champion Trio at the Hotel Hatfield, The Esplanade, NR 33 0QP on Sunday 4th September. Adm £7/£6. Doors at 8pm - music from 8.30pm. Call 01502 568684 or see www.milestonesjazzclub.co.uk for more details.

Buckhurst Hill: There's an open-mic Jazz Jam Session for instrumentalists and vocalists at the Sports & Social Club, 50, Queens Road, Essex, IG9 5BY every Sunday. 8.00pm start. Adm £3. See www.jazzjam.co.uk or contact ke...@jazzjam.co.uk or call/text 07970 910080 to check dates.

Leytonstone: The East Side Jazz Club at the Lord Rookwood, 314, Cann Hall Road, E11 3NW present the Liane Carroll Trio on Tuesday 20th September. 8.30pm to 11.00pm. Tel: 020 8989 8129. Adm £6.

Westcliff-on-Sea: There's jazz fusion with Zak Barrett & Guests ar Bar Lambs, 270-274, Station Road, Essex, SS0 7SD every Wednesday from 9.00-11.30pm. Free. Call 01702 332380 for details or check www.barlambs.co.uk.

Mill Hill: The Jazz Club night on Wednesday 31st August features Val's Jam Night Party. Details at www.millhilljazzclub.co.uk.

Wavendon: The Stables at Stockwell Lane, MK17 8LU present Shakatak on Saturday 10th September. Check www.stables.org and www.shakatak.com for all booking information.

Thanks

Keith