Avalon Swing

Avalon Swing Avalon Swing performs Jazz, Folk and World Music

19/11/2024
Come and grab some cool tunes this week at Sundayz Market Rocks Riverside Park
17/09/2024

Come and grab some cool tunes this week at Sundayz Market
Rocks Riverside Park

Django Reinhart, Charlie Christian, Carlos Santana, Bella Fleck. I was wonder why I was drawn to these player so I ask ...
05/09/2024

Django Reinhart, Charlie Christian, Carlos Santana, Bella Fleck. I was wonder why I was drawn to these player so I ask an A.I.
What a fascinating combination of musicians! Here are some possible connections between them:

Genre-bending All four musicians are known for blending different styles and genres in their music. Django Reinhardt (jazz, swing, gypsy music), Charlie Christian (jazz, swing, blues), Béla Fleck (bluegrass, jazz, folk, world music), and Carlos Santana (rock, blues, Latin music, jazz) have all explored multiple genres in their careers.
Innovative guitar playing*: Django Reinhardt, Charlie Christian, and Carlos Santana are all highly influential guitarists. Reinhardt's unique gypsy jazz style, Christian's pioneering work in electric jazz guitar, and Santana's distinctive Latin-infused rock playing have inspired countless musicians.

Jazz connections. Django Reinhardt and Charlie Christian were both influential figures in the development of jazz. Reinhardt's work with the Quintet of the Hot Club of France and Christian's time with the Benny Goodman Orchestra helped shape the genre. Béla Fleck has also explored jazz in his collaborations and compositions.
Fusion and experimentation
All four musicians have been known to experiment and fuse different styles in their music. This spirit of innovation has led to the creation of new sounds and sub-genres, inspiring future generations of guitarists

Here is our Best little music Festival in Qld
31/08/2024

Here is our Best little music Festival in Qld

Welcome to Neurum Creek Music Festival If you’ve never been to the festival before, prepare yourself for a rollicking good time – there really is something for everyone. Keep up to date via our page and instagram. Programming for 2024 is currently underway, but you might like to: check ...

27/08/2024

This captivating group of acoustic musicians' true purpose is to ignite a fervor for acoustic music. With a touch of old-time radio play and a sprinkle of bohemian gypsies, Avalon Swing will surely captivate your senses.

The band's repertoire is tunes from across the musical world. A repertoire chosen from earlier times, using a mix of vintage acoustic instruments blended with instruments that access the synth sounds.

However, tread cautiously when indulging in their mesmerizing melodies. This small band of performers may mask their true intentions behind a dazzling and uplifting facade. While their performances may elevate your spirit, be aware that they have a knack for diverting your attention with their brilliant vibes. Stay alert and embrace the magical experience that Avalon Swing has in store for you.

22/08/2024

Avalon Swing The AcousticWeddingBand
Need some great acoustic music for your wedding ?









22/08/2024

We love Charlie Christian, he was an influential and groundbreaking figure in the world of jazz guitar. Born in 1916, he revolutionized the instrument's role in jazz music during the 1930s and 1940s. Christian's innovative use of amplification and single-note solos transformed the guitar from a rhythm instrument to a lead instrument. His melodic improvisations and technical prowess set a new standard for jazz guitarists. Christian's collaborations with the Benny Goodman Orchestra and his recordings with the likes of Dizzy Gillespie and Thelonious Monk showcased his unique style and virtuosity. His contributions laid the foundation for the development of bebop and influenced generations of guitarists, making him an important and enduring figure in the history of jazz
Jump onto youtube and we are sure you’ll also love his playing

11/08/2024

A short grab of Sam our secret Avalon Swing weapon........
Love this guys playing

https://youtu.be/0SJ6o9vLRqQ
11/08/2024

https://youtu.be/0SJ6o9vLRqQ

The Brisbane acoustic band plays a piece Titled " A Smooth One " by Charlie Christian and became well known Benny Goodman and his band.

A fun and interesting Swing Tune to play " A Smooth One " played by Left to right ..... Roger on Double Bass, Sam on E...
11/08/2024

A fun and interesting Swing Tune to play " A Smooth One " played by Left to right ..... Roger on Double Bass, Sam on E.W.I. Tim on Guitar, Mia on Guitar, Steve on Guitar. Together we are Avalon Swing from Brisbane Aus.

The Brisbane acoustic band plays a piece Titled " A Smooth One " by Charlie Christian and became well known Benny Goodman and his band.

06/08/2024

Grant funding for music festivals!!!

The Revive Live program is focused on supporting established live music venues and music festivals, with a primary purpose to host original live music and a strong focus on showcasing Australian artists.

Organisations must be majority-Australian owned, and can be located anywhere in Australian suburban, metropolitan, regional and remote regions.

Applications close 23rd August - yell out if you need a hand with your application 😄

https://www.arts.gov.au/funding-and-support/revive-live

06/08/2024

Here is " Big Country " once again, See how another week of playing can lift it to another level 🙂
Sam on E.W.I. makes for such great listening.
Our sound techs from are simply amazing, as they sort a sound problem with Roger on Double Bass

29/07/2024

Here we are at the Local Markets in a beautiful setting Rocks River Park. Our new piece " Big Country " written by Bella Fleck is slowly coming together. We are back here on the last Sunday of Sept the 29th Also you can catch us on the Queen St Mall Sunday the 4th of Aug

Two more sleeps!! ☕️☕️🥐🪴🌳😎✨
26/07/2024

Two more sleeps!! ☕️☕️🥐🪴🌳😎✨

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A short grab of Sam our secret Avalon Swing weapon........ Love this guys playing

Here is " Big Country " once again, See how another week of playing can lift it to another level 🙂 Sam on E.W.I. makes for such great listening. Our sound techs from #citysounds are simply amazing, as they sort a sound problem with Roger on Double Bass

Here we are at the Local Markets in a beautiful setting Rocks River Park. Our new piece " Big Country " written by Bella Fleck is slowly coming together. We are back here on the last Sunday of Sept the 29th Also you can catch us on the Queen St Mall Sunday the 4th of Aug

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We love the tune " Exactly Like You " Harry Richmond Gertrude Lawrence introduced "Exactly Like You " in Lew Leslie's " international review in Feb 1930. The Show closed early due to the Depression but this song and "On The Sunny Side Of The Street" became standards. Louie Armstrong recorded the first Jazz version in the 30's and Benny Goodman in 36, Django also recorded this twice in the late 30's Great chord progression, rhythm and words, make it a Gem.

On one of those hot humid Brisbane summer days, " Avalon Swing " is spreading some cool vibes :)

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The Avalon swing performers live and play amongst the gyspy swing musicians of South East Qld. There, that musical world is filled with entrancing melodies. Take heed as Avalon Swing pass themselves off as Gentry and have been known to say "We are an art deco inspired celebration of acoustic swing music. We bring a bit of Gatsby, a sprinkle of french cafe and a dash of bohemian gypsy"

Although known to perform instrumental guitar pieces from Django Reinhardt’s 1939 playlist, the American songbook and the great standards from the swing dance era caution should be exercised at all time around these two musicians as it's all a front to lift your spirit, while distracting with a brilliant vibe.

Avalon Swing are Tim & Mia O’Brien who hold true to the old gyspy values of ………. be a master of Impeccable swing.

Quietly but quickly pass the warning .......... The Gyspies will arrive Avalon Swing are coming.