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Friday, August 31, 2007
Magna Jazz Band with Paul Sealey
On Thursday evening we went to the
Berrylands Hotel in Surbiton, where
Brian White's Magna jazz band performs every week. In the absence of Alan Dandy, the special guest was Paul Sealey (pictured) on guitar and banjo.
Our favourite numbers were:
'I'm Confessin', Paul on guitar quoting from Prokiev's Peter and the Wolf at one point;
'Corrine Corrina', Paul on banjo, fine clarinet from Brian and cornet from Pete Towndrow;
'Whispering', great ensemble work from the whole band;
'Snag It' more fine cornet from Pete;
'Breezing Along With the Breeze', a lovely trombone feature.
Labels: Jazz
Thursday, August 30, 2007
Blue Moon + guests at the Watermans Arms
On Wednesday evening we saw the Blue Moon Jazz band at the
Watermans Arms, Hersham. The base band comprised Mike Scroxton (trumpet, vocals), Roy Stokes (trombone), Alan Matravers (alto sax), Tony Pile (banjo, vocals, pictured), Pete Nevard (banjo, vocals) and Aileen May (string bass). The numbers we particularly liked were 'Black & Blue' and 'Darkness On The Delta' (vocals by Tony) plus 'All Of Me' (vocal by Roy) and 'I Ain't Gonna Give You None Of My Jelly Roll' (vocal by Pete). The guests comprised Fred Shaw (cornet), John Parsons (clarinet), Mo Kahn (ukelele), Roger Dobbin (washboard) and Peter Tallent (trombone). They played 'Shine' and 'Tishomingo Blues' before tiredness overcame us and we left. Bear in mind that we got up at 05:00 BST that morning, still on the banks of the Meuse.
Labels: Jazz
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
Summary of Ardennes tour
Our Ardennes tour was enjoyable and interesting for both location and history. The weather was fine every day, albeit starting with fog on some mornings. We planned and booked the whole trip on Boxing Day, using
Tiny BMI for flights and
Expedia for hotels. The flights were very cheap and on time. The hotels were all of a good standard. We had some trouble finding a car hire company who would provide a small vehicle with air-conditioning; rather important in August. Eventually we found
Sixt via
Economy Car Rentals, who advertised Ford Fiestas or Citroen C3s with A/C. However, all the small vehicles were out so we were given an Opel Zafira MPV (pictured) at the same price. This was far too large for us although it only became a nuisance in tight car parks, e.g. in Luxembourg City. The 6-speed gearbox, with a diesel engine, requires one to count the gears. 6th can only be used for cruising at speed and even 3rd was a cause of stalling in traffic.
Labels: Travel
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Namur; the Novotel at Wepion
Our last stop of our Ardennes tour was at Namur, or so we thought. The
Novotel Namur was at Wepion, well out on the Dinant road, miles from the town. There was nothing to do except walk along the Meuse and back, with nothing much to see on this section. The hotel rates were reasonable, the room was fine and the food was good within the limits of an abbreviated menu. The standard clientele would seem to be conference delegates so August is the 'off-season'.
We were not very impressed with Namur as we drove through it; perhaps we missed the best part ?
Labels: Travel
Monday, August 27, 2007
Habiemont Bridge, then Spa
Today we drove to the bridge over the Lienne near Habiemont where the initial thrust of the Battle of the Bulge by Kampfegruppe Peiper was finally stopped by the US combat engineers. As the lead German tank appeared, firing a round at that moment, the bridge was blown. Peiper himself is reported to have said 'The Dammed Engineers !' He never reached his objective of the Meuse. The picture shows Selina on the bridge.
We then drove on to
Spa, the first town to bear that name. We stayed at the
Radisson SAS Hotel, which advertised its own direct entrance to the new Thermes spa complex above. Without going into great detail let us just say that use of the spa facilities is far too complicated for a first-time user. We made countless mistakes and the spa staff were most unsympathetic. Our advice 'only go there with an experienced guide !'
Other than that the hotel, pictured below, is actually rather good.
Labels: Travel
Sunday, August 26, 2007
Bastogne
Today we drove through the beautiful Luxembourg part of the Ardennes to
Bastogne, besieged by German troops during the Battle of the Bulge, defended by the US 101st Airborne Division. There is an excellent war museum there, with a film of the battle and lots of military artefacts of the time. Well worth a visit for anyone interested in WW2 history.
We had an interesting salad 'avec lardons' and an unusual/superb white wine outside a restaurant in the main street of the town. The central square is named after General McAuliffe who was acting commander of the US troops defending the town. He is reputed to have replied 'Nuts' to a German demand for surrender but I once heard that this is a euphemism for the language he actually used.
Labels: Travel
Saturday, August 25, 2007
Luxembourg, the Hilton Hotel
Today we arrived in
Luxembourg, staying two nights at
the Hilton Hotel on a hill at the outskirts of town. To stay there, you need a car, yet the town centre is not very car-friendly. Having found a parking place, making sure you have the right kind of money to pay for it (coins or possibly small notes), there are some great walks and sightseeing tours. The location is very dramatic, the town being built around a gorge, as shown in the picture.
The Hilton was OK in a rather bland way; the buffet was good but otherwise the food was uninspiring. There is no competition locally; alternative eating requires setting out in a vehicle.
Labels: Travel
Friday, August 24, 2007
Waterloo, Dinant, Hotel Ibis
Today we visited the
site of the battle of Waterloo; historically very interesting. We find it strange that the French seem to regard Napoleon Bonaparte as a great national hero. He was not French and he invaded other countries; just as Hitler invaded France. At Waterloo many countries came together to finally defeat Napoleon, after which he chose to surrender to the British, who wisely kept him on St Helena under guard until he died.
We then went on to
Dinant, a beautiful little town squeezed between the Ardenne rocks and the River Meuse. We stayed at the only real hotel in the town, the
Hotel Ibis. This was the cheapest of the hotels on our tour but had the best position, right on the Meuse with a lovely riverside walk just outside. We took a river trip (the picture shows the hotel from the boat) and then had a good meal at 'The China Town' riverside restaurant. Unfortunately, the birthplace of Adolphe Saxe, inventor of the saxophone, was closed at the time we arrived. The only problems with Dinant were morning mist and the insects, feasting on our tender flesh in many places. May might be a better month.
During the 'Battle of the Bulge', a German army forward group nearly reached Dinant in the furthest push west of the battle. A lucky shot from a British tank hit the ammunition truck and caused all the precious fuel supplies to be ignited. This was sufficiently discouraging and they withdrew to the nearby village of Foy Notre Dame.
It should be noted that the British Army was scarcely involved in the Ardennes Campaign although one of the five British tanks deployed around Dinant was destroyed by American 'friendly fire'.
Labels: Travel
Thursday, August 23, 2007
Brussels; Radisson SAS, Taverne du Passage
Tonight we are in Brussels, staying at the
Radisson SAS Hotel. Breakfast looks absurdly expensive so we will find a local cafe. Our impression is that this hotel is designed to make Americans feel at home; it has zero local flavour. We had an excellent dinner at the
Taverne du Passage in one of the arcades. This is local flavour at its best; regional dishes served attentively by very experienced waiters. The main course of Waterzooi was more food than we could take but delicious.
The photograph shows the number one tourist spot 'Grand Place', the (only) architectural gem of Brussels.
Labels: Travel
Wednesday, August 22, 2007
Savannah Jazz Band at Bagster House
On Tuesday evening we went to Bagster House in Shepperton to see the
Savannah Jazz Band. The standard line-up was present, comprising Bill Smith (cornet, vocals), Brian 'Sam' Ellis (trombone, arranger), Rod Chambers (alto sax, clarinet, vocals), Louis Lince (banjo), Tony Pollitt (bass) and John Meehan (leader, drums). This is a fine band in the traditional category and very popular, seats being at a premium. We observed many of the Preston Cross regulars, presumably having seen the band there last Sunday, plus at least four jazz musicians in the audience. Our favourite numbers were:
'Yellow Dog Blues' to which we danced;
'When My Dreamboat Comes Home'
'Magnolia's Wedding Day'
'When the Swallows Fly Back to Capistrano'
'Panama' featuring a fine John Meehan drum solo.
We particularly enjoyed Rod Chambers on both his instruments and for his singing.
Labels: Jazz
Tuesday, August 21, 2007
Panama Cafe Orchestra with Richard White
On Monday evening we saw the Panama Cafe Orchestra at the packed
Cricketers in Horsell Birch, Woking. The band comprised Dave Lowe (cornet, vocals), Richard White (clarinet, alto sax, vocals), Chris Lowe (trombone, vocals), Chris Houslander (sousaphone), Dave Griffiths (banjo) and Mike Gibbings (drums). The performance was recorded by Jed Kearse and colleague so presumably we can expect a CD to appear shortly. Numbers we particularly enjoyed were:
'Davenport Blues' by Bix Beiderbecke, featuring a solo sousaphone part;
'Cloudy', repeated for recording purposes, vocal by Chris Lowe;
'washboard wiggle', featuring Mike playing wasboard with drum sticks; and
'At The Jazz Band Ball' the epitome of Dixieland jazz.
We had a good crowd at our table, including Alan for the whole evening, Brian for the first session, Ernie taking his place for the rest of the evening and finally Shirley for the last session. The seats will be worn out at this rate.
Labels: Jazz
Monday, August 20, 2007
Urban Gin House Band with Dave Cox
On Sunday evening we went to
The Europa in East Molesey to see the Urban Gin House Band. The line-up comprised Alan Brock (trumpet, vocals), Dave Cox (tenor sax, clarinet, pictured), Andrew Clancy (keyboard), Mike Bennett (bass) and Mike Knipe (drums). Our favourite numbers with these musicians were 'It don't Mean a Thing If It Ain't Got That Swing', 'Penies from Heaven' and 'Body and Soul', to which we danced.
Guests were:
Fred Shaw (cornet and vocal) with Roy Stokes (trombone) playing 'I Can't Believe that You're in Love With Me' and 'Sugar' (Fred's vocal)
Peter Tallent and Trevor Dockerill playing 'It's a Sin to Tell a Lie' and 'Please Don't Talk About Me When I'm Gone'
Peter Clancy (trombone) playing 'Royal Garden Blues' and 'Black and Blue'.
We stayed to the very end on this occasion and were rewarded with the highlight of the evening for us, Dave Cox's feature 'Carnaval'. We usually have to nag bands to play this great number.
Labels: Jazz
Sunday, August 19, 2007
The Bourne Ultimatum
On Saturday evening we saw
The Bourne Ultimatum at the Guildford Odeon. This was the first time we had seen a Jason Bourne film, although I did read one of Robert Ludlum's books featuring the same character. The film was an all-action blockbuster, the type that fills the biggest auditorium in the cinema complex. Good acting, good cinematography and a just-believable plot. We rated this OK.
Labels: Film
Saturday, August 18, 2007
Software specification methodology
I have just started writing a specification for embedded software so revisited the old problem of how best to present it. Looking back through all the methods I have tried in the past and checking with some recent opinions on the web, I concluded:
1) for top level spec. a simple state diagram conveys the most instant picture
2) for a more detailed spec. the chore of producing all those boxes and arrowed lines, with continual changes to their size and position, would be more than I could stand
3) therefore the detailed version will use pseudo-code.
This is a kind of structured english for describing algorithms. It allows the designer to focus on the logic of the algorithm without being distracted by details of language syntax. The vocabulary will be that of the problem, not of the implementation. The pseudo-code is a narrative for someone who knows the requirements in principle but needs to know the full story before any coding is undertaken.
Labels: Software
Friday, August 17, 2007
Magna Jazz Band with Keith Brown
On Thursday evening we went to the
Berrylands Hotel in Surbiton, where
Brian White's Magna jazz band performs every week. Keith Brown (pictured) replaced Rex Bennett on drums.
Our favourite numbers were:
'Pleading for the Blues', typical Magna slow number;
'C Jam Blues', atypical for this band;
'Mr Jelly Lord', Alan Dandy's fine keyboard feature showing that Morton is still tops;
'Savoy Blues' from the nameless trombonist, showing that Kid Ory wrote some great numbers;
'Don't Mean a Thing if it Ain't Got That Swing',a great number on which to finish.
Labels: Jazz
Thursday, August 16, 2007
Blue Moon + guests at the Watermans Arms
On Wednesday evening we saw the Blue Moon Jazz band at the
Watermans Arms, Hersham. The base band comprised Mike Scroxton (trumpet, vocals), Roy Stokes (trombone), Alan Matravers (alto sax), Tony Pile (banjo, vocals, pictured), Pete Nevard (banjo, vocals) and Aileen May (string bass). We never mention Aileen in any detail so let us say now that it is good to hear a bass player always in tune and always in time with the rest of the band, unlike some others. The numbers we particularly liked were 'Black & Blue' (vocal by Tony) and 'The Postman's Lament' (vocal by Pete). The first group of guests comprised Fred Shaw (cornet), Mark Goodin (clarinet), Mo Kahn (ukelele) and Peter Clancy (trombone). They played 'I wish I could Shimmy Like my Sister Kate' (vocal by Fred) and 'Bugle Boy March'. The next guests were Mike Jackson (trumpet) and John Parsons (clarinet) playing (and Mike singing) the lovely number 'It looks Like Rain in Cherry Blossom Lane'. They were joined by Peter Tallent (trombone) for 'Please Don't Talk About Me When I'm Gone' and John Shepherd replaced Mike on trumpet for 'Sit Right Down and Write Myself a Letter'. Finally, Peter was replaced on trombone by John Lang for 'Fair and Square in Love' with vocal by Mike Scroxton. We did not stay for the finale with every musician playing, preferring to leave still humming a good tune.
Labels: Jazz
Wednesday, August 15, 2007
Wind generator check
On Monday morning I took a cherry-picker ride to the top of a telegraph pole, on which was mounted an
Ampair wind turbine. All went well except that I dropped the critical Allen key to the ground, through the middle of a hedge. Fortunately, I had a rope with me so the guy on the ground was able to tie the key to it for me to hoist. The picture is deliberately arranged to hide the pole so that the windmill appears to be on the roof.
Labels: Wind power
Tuesday, August 14, 2007
Excel Jazzmen at the Cricks
On Monday evening, as usual, we broke our journey home from Park Farm to eat, drink and enjoy jazz at
The Cricketers in Horsell Birch. The band was the Excel Jazzmen, comprising Tony Karavis (leader, cornet, vocals), Bernie Murtha (clarinet, alto sax, vocals), Colin Kingwell (trombone), Terry Twiss (banjo, vocals), Mike Broad (bass) and Ian Parry (drums). This is a straight trad band, its best features being the vocals by Bernie and Terry.
Bernie sang 'Got The Heebie Jeebies' and 'Chicken Ain't Nothing but a Bird'.
Terry sang 'Sugar Blues', 'Last Mile of the Way', 'This Sporting Life' and Louisiana Fairytale'. Our favourite instrumental number was 'Shimmy-Sha-Wobble', recalling memories of the Mick Mulligan band of the 1960s.
The pub was packed, with many people eating, showing that jazz can pay its way after all !
Labels: Jazz
Monday, August 13, 2007
Urban Gin House with Leslie Dyos
On Sunday evening we went to
The Europa in East Molesey to see the Urban Gin House Band. The line-up, as pictured with Selina in foreground, comprised Alan Brock (trumpet, vocals), Leslie Dyos (trombone, pictured), Andrew Clancy (keyboard), Mike Bennett (bass) and Mike Knipe (drums). Our favourite numbers with these musicians were 'It don't Mean a Thing If It Ain't Got That Swing', 'You Took Advantage Of Me' and 'Blue Monk', to which we danced.
Guests were:
John Shepherd (pocket trumpet), playing 'When You're Smiling' and 'How Does It Feel To Miss New Orleans';
Fred Shaw (cornet and vocal, pictured) playing/singing 'After You've Gone' and 'I Want a Little Girl'.
Peter Clancy and Roy Stokes (trombones) playing 'September In The Rain' and 'Georgia On My Mind'.
Labels: Jazz
Sunday, August 12, 2007
Film 'The Black Dahlia' at the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
On Saturday evening we went to the
Yvonne Arnaud Theatre to see the film
The Black Dahlia. We would categorise this as 'film noir' in the retrospective murder / mystery / thriller category, if that does not sound too pompous. At the superficial level it succeeds but it is best not to question the plot too deeply if you just want entertainment. Otherwise you will be left with 'why, why, why'.
Labels: Film
Saturday, August 11, 2007
Stock-Taking is over !
We have just spent five days stock-taking, in the week we were more short-staffed than ever for a variety of reasons. This was my first time; in previous firms there were always others to do it. Ideally I should have:
Known all the parts by sight;
Known where they are all kept;
Understood the drawings;
Understood the accounting system (MYOB).
I failed on all counts but I know a lot more now.
Labels: Grumpy
Friday, August 10, 2007
Goff Dubber and Dave Clennell at the Berrylands
On Thursday evening we went to the
Berrylands Hotel in Surbiton, where
Brian White's Magna jazz band performs every week. Brian White was replaced by Goff Dubber (clarinet / soprano sax, pictured) and Pete Towndrow was replaced by Dave Clennell (trumpet, pictured). In addition to their fine musicianship, they both have good jazz voices.
Goff sang:
'Beale Street Blues';
'Up a Lazy River';
'Sweet lorraine';
'Crazy 'bout my Baby'.
Dave sang:
'Fine and Dandy';
'The Best Things in Life are Free';
'Three Little Words';
'She's Funny That Way.
However, our favourite number was Goff's clarinet feature 'Burgundy Street Blues' with lovely keyboard support from Alan Dandy.
Derek from Oban joined us for the second half, having only just returned from Scotland.
Labels: Jazz
Thursday, August 09, 2007
Another jazz contact made via this weblog
For the third time since starting this weblog I received an e-mail request for contact details for a particular jazz musician. The list now reads 1 for Mike Atterbury and 2 for Ken Ames. I am glad they choose really good performers; I can be honestly enthusiastic in my replies.
Mike is a great reed player (tenor, soprano and clarinet) who we used to see with the Denise Lawrence Band. I think he might have given that up now. He lives quite close to the Cricketers in Horsell so perhaps we could persuade Dave Lowe to invite him there one Monday.
Ken Ames needs no introduction to readers of this weblog as we see him with various bands, particularly the Phil Brown Swingtet. Of his style variations I have come to like the bluesy one the best. Last Monday this reminded us of Roger Hill when he played those wonderful duets with Chris Barber; St Louis Blues, Georgia On My Mind, etc.
Labels: Jazz
Wednesday, August 08, 2007
The Molly Millar, Wokingham
On Tuesday evening we were working late so broke for dinner at
The Molly Millar in Wokingham. Food was good and very cheap. Wells Bombardier was on draught. The pub appears to be aimed at the 18 year-old end of the market; loud music, coffee shop decor, 25 lager keg taps vs 2 real ale pumps. What happened to those wonderful days when the young enthusiasts from CAMRA temporarily halted the decline of beer provision.
Labels: Eating out, Grumpy
Tuesday, August 07, 2007
Phil Brown Swingtet at the Cricks
On Monday evening at The Cricketers in Horsell Birch we saw the Phil Brown Swingtet with the normal line-up of Phil Brown (trombone), Lester Brown (trumpet, flugel horn), Mark Aston (Tenor Sax, Clarinet and curly soprano sax), Ken Ames (guitar), Andrew Clancy (keyboard), Mike Bennett (bass) and David Clancy (drums). In the audience, Axel was back from Denmark, sitting with us, and Rex was back from illness. Few dull moments !
Our favourite numbers were:
'Georgia on my Mind' to which we danced, with a fine solo from Ken;
'St Thomas' a calypso style number with great drumming by David;
'After Supper' with a lovely blues guitar spot for Ken;
'Around midnight' featuring Mark on tenor with just Mike in support (Rex shouted that it reminded him of Coleman Hawkins; quite some compliment);
'Chimes Blues' with good ensemble work;
'That's My Home' featuring Ken on vocal with just the rhythm section.
Guests were Colin Lewry (keyboard), Roy Stokes (trombone) and Peter Clancy (bass) playing 'Crazy Rhythm' and 'If I had You'.
A good evening out, away from the misery of stock-taking.
Labels: Jazz
Monday, August 06, 2007
Urban Gin House Band with Audrey Stokes
On Sunday evening we went to
The Europa in East Molesey to see the Urban Gin House Band. The line-up, as pictured, comprised Alan Brock (trumpet, vocals), Boots Baker (trombone), Andrew Clancy (keyboard), Mike Bennett (bass) and Mike Knipe (drums). Our favourite numbers with these musicians were 'Buddy Bolden's Blues' and 'Blues in C'. Alan and Boots played the blues beutifully.
Guests were:
Audrey Stokes (vocals, pictured), who sang 'Paper Moon' and 'S'Wonderful';
Peter Clancy, Roy Stokes and Peter Tallent (trombones) playing 'Please Don't Talk About Me When I'm Gone' and 'It's a Sin to Tell a Lie';
Fred Shaw (cornet and vocal) playing/singing 'Lazy River'.
Labels: Jazz
Sunday, August 05, 2007
No Rutland Walk; drink at the Woolpack, Banstead
On Saturday evening we went to the Rutland Walk Sports and Social Club to see the Frog Island Jazz Band. We found the site deserted and the gate padlocked and have since learnt of a dispute between manager and owner. Regardless of the legal position the action shows total disregard for others, both the band and the punters who travelled long distances. This would seem to be the end of this particular venue as all trust has been lost. On the journey back we stopped at
The Woolpack in Banstead for a drink. From the outside this looks like a typical country pub (see picture). Inside it is an old-fashioned pub as seen in London many years ago. I had my favourite Young's Bitter, Selina enjoyed her dry white wine and Derek seemd to like his drink. This is the fourth time we have used this pub, the last three visits to Banstead being solely for that purpose. We must like this pub !
Labels: drinking
Saturday, August 04, 2007
Evil Transport Companies; damage again !
How do transport companies justify their appalling behaviour. They smash goods with impunity, expect the customer to pay for insurance and then say it does not cover xxxxxxxxx.......... My view is that if they damage the goods it is their duty to pay full compensation. It is not my concern whether or not they insure or pay from profits. If they were not so rough with the goods then compensation would not be a financial problem. The pictures show the latest damage to two transformers. The slender arm and hands belong to Marja, our finance director.
Labels: Grumpy
Friday, August 03, 2007
Magna Jazz Band with Jonathan Vinton and Audrey Stokes
On Thursday evening we went to the
Berrylands Hotel in Surbiton, where
Brian White's Magna jazz band performs every week. Alan Dandy (on holiday) was replaced by Jonathan Vinton (keyboard, pictured). Audrey Stokes (also pictured) joined the band for two numbers; 'Sunny Side of the Street' and 'Deed I Do'
We have to pick 7 other numbers to mention here because it is so difficult to choose between them:
'Happy Feet' fast and frenetic;
'Blues My Naughty Sweetie Gave To Me' without vocal :-(
'Nanna Tim' Brian's feature and own composition;
'June Night' trombone feature;
'Tuxedo Junction' no need for a 14 piece orchestra with this band;
'The Man I Love', excellent feature for Jonathan;
'Saratoga Swing', always a great Magna Band number.
Derek from Oban joined us yet again. His wife back home is beginning to think he is not happy there because he spends so much time down south with us !
Labels: Jazz
Thursday, August 02, 2007
Blue Moon + guests at the Watermans Arms
On Wednesday evening we saw the Blue Moon Jazz band at the
Watermans Arms, Hersham. The base band was the normal line-up,comprising Mike Scroxton (trumpet, vocals), Roy Stokes (trombone), Alan Matravers (alto sax), John Bryant (banjo), Pete Nevard (banjo, vocals) and Aileen May (string bass). The numbers we particularly liked were 'Bye and Bye' (vocal by Roy) and 'I Ain't Gonna Give You None of my Jelly Roll' (vocal by Pete). Roger Dobbin (washboard, etc.) joined the band throughout the second half. The first group of guests (pictured) comprised Fred Shaw (cornet), Mark Goodin (clarinet), Mo Kahn (ukelele) and Tony Pile (banjo). They played 'Please Don't Talk About Me When I'm Gone' and 'Am I Blue', to which we danced. Fred then played 'One Sweet Letter from You' with John Parsons (clarinet) and Ken Clayton (trombone). The last special line up was the base band with Ken Clayton playing 'Lady be Good' and 'Don't You Sweetheart Me'. We stayed for the finale with every musician playing, despite reservations, because Derek was back from Oban and we wanted him to experience it before driving him to the station. It was bad but has been worse in the past. Regulars Maggie and David insist that this last number routine is actually enjoyable !
Labels: Jazz
Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Dick Charlesworth at the George & Dragon
On Tuesday evening we saw
Dick Charlesworth playing clarinet and tenor sax with some vocals at the
George & Dragon in Thames Ditton. He was accompanied by Alan Berry (keyboard), Mick Durelle (string bass) and Don Cook (drums). The smoking ban has made this venue much more pleasant but the music is no longer to our taste. The keyboard playing was too modern for us and the band did not seem sufficiently together. We enjoyed the sessions with Alan Dandy on keyboard (currently on holiday) and Peter Morgan on bass (depping for Mick).
Labels: Jazz
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