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On Sunday evening we went to The Europa in East Molesey to see the Urban Gin House Band, this time comprising Alan Brock (trumpet, vocals), Leslie Dyos (trombone), Alan Dandy (keyboard), Mike Bennett (bass) and Mike Knipe (drums). Our favourite numbers with these musicians were 'Blues my Naughty Sweetie Gave to Me' with Alan Brock singing the intricate words and 'Girl of My Dreams' with fine trumpet and keyboard performances from the two Alans. Even better was Alan Dandy's keyboard feature 'I'm Putting All My Eggs In One Basket'.
Guests were:
John Shepherd (pocket trumpet) playing 'I Cover the Waterfront' and 'Cheek to Cheek';
Fred Shaw (cornet, vocals) playing and singing 'Sugar' and 'Mandy Make Up Your Mind'; Peter Clancy and Peter Tallent (trombones) playing 'Bye Bye Blackbird' and "Georgia on my Mind'. Unfortunately we were too tired to stay to the end, particularly as they started 'Black and Blue' as we left.
The picture, showing the standard band with Selina in the foreground, is an interesting example of how back lighting gives depth to a photograph. I think this is my best effort yet, despite (or due to) having the camera set incorrectly.

Labels: Jazz