An interesting evening at Sidcup J C yesterday with John Ellmer's SWISH. The band should have included Sarah Spencer in addition on reeds but unfortunately she was indisposed. John Ellmer didn't disappoint, bringing with him a full array of reed instruments - Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Soprano Sax, Alto Sax, Tenor Sax & Baritone Sax. Listen to the multi-talented Mr. Ellmer on Alto Sax and vocal with this version of LOUISIAN-I-A, with COLIN GRAHAM - Trombone & Valve Trombone, JOHN STUART - Banjo & Guitar, MURRAY SALMON - Bass, ROD BROWN - Drums.
George Webb is regarded as the 'Father' of the revival of Traditional New Orleans Jazz in the UK. Every year, about the date of his birth (8th October 1917), we honour the memory of George Webb and his band the Dixielanders with existing musicians emulating the style and enthusiasm of the George Webb Dixielanders of 1949. We had a truley excellent evening with the latter day Dixielanders: - PETE LEONARD (Leader) - Cornet, PETE RUDEFORTH - Trumpet, ROB PEARCE - Trombone, SARAH SPENCER - Clarinet & Soprano Sax, JOHN STUART - Banjo, CHRIS NEWMAN - Piano, MARC EASENER - Sousa, JOHN ELLMER - Drums. Listen to their terrific rendition of 'Weary Blues'.
Another great night with the GAMBIT JAZZMEN: - ALAN GRESTY - Trumpet, IAN McCAULAY - Trombone, JOHN MADDOCKS - Clarinet & Soprano Sax, ANDY MAYNARD - Banjo, KEITH DONALD - Bass, PETE LAY (Leader) - Drums. Listen to their rendition of TEXAS MOANER BLUES.
Another great night of 'our type of jazz' with a newly formed band of seasoned musicians paying homage to the music of Monty Sunshine. Listen to their rendition of Magnolia's Wedding day.
PETE LEONARD - Trumpet, COLIN GRAHAM - Trombone, TIM ASSON - Clarinet, BILL STAGG - Banjo, PAUL BUSBY - Sousa, TONY SCRIVEN (Leader) - Drums.
Tonights band, MICHAEL McQUAID'S MELODIANS were exceptional, listen to their spirited rendition of FLATFOOT. CHRIS LOWE - Trombone, MICHAEL McQUAID (Leader) - Clarinet and Soprano Sax, ALEX BOULTON - Banjo & Guitar, DAVID HORNEBLOW - Bass Sax, NICHOLAS D BALL - Drums.
Another great night on Thursday (27th June) with the effervescent DOOLALLY TAP.
PETE RUDEFORTH - Trumpet, DAVID LALLJEE (Leader) - Trombone, IVAN THOMPSON - Clarinet, CHRISTIAN MILLER - Guitar, MICK SCRIVEN - Bass Sax.
Watch and listen to their spirited and typically energetic version of 'Avalon' with some superb guitar work from Christian Miller.
Another entertaining evening on Thursday (27th June) with the effervescent DOOLALLY TAP.
PETE RUDEFORTH - Trumpet, DAVID LALLJEE (Leader) - Trombone, IVAN THOMPSON - Clarinet, CHRISTIAN MILLER - Guitar, MICK SCRIVEN - Bass Sax.
Watch and listen to their spirited and typically energetic version of 'Avalon' with some terrific guitar work from Christian Miller.
Thursday 20th June 2024, a terrific evening of 1920's and 30's themed jazz from this extraordinarily talented group of musicians, the FOREST HILL OWLS. (Based in Forest Hill, South London, UK). Listen to and enjoy their rendition of 'Snakes Hips'. HARRY EVANS - Trumpet, Chris Lowe (Leader) - Trombone, Michael McQuaid - Clarinet & Alto Sax, Curtis Volp - Banjo & Guitar, David Horneblow - Bass Sax, Nicholas D. Ball - Drums.
An absolute treat not to be missed. THURSDAY 28TH MARCH 2024 the fantastic DOOLALLY TAP. Listen to 'West End Blues' played at a previous visit to Sidcup Jazz Club. You will find them at Footscray Social Club, 23-27 Cray Road, Sidcup, Kent DA14 5BY. Admission: Members £12, Guests £15
Another great night of Traditional Jazz at Sidcup Jazz Club. This Thursday (&th March 2024) we were privileged to have FROG and HENRY playing for us, a truly unique sound from very talented musicians: - GEORGE ASCHMANN - Violin; LAUREN HABERT - Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Bass Sax; EWAN BLEACH - Clarinet Soprano Sax, Tenor Sax, Baratone Sax; RYAN BAER - Guitar; JACK BUTLER - Tuba, Trombone. Listen to their rendition of Jelly Roll Morton's SHREVEPORT STOMPS.
What an absolutely fabulous night we had on 8th February with the amazing Forest Hill Owls bring back the wonderful sounds of the 1920's and 30's. There were so many great tunes to choose from so just one at random, listen to the Owls rendition of Stevedore Stomp. HARRY EVANS - Trumpet, CHRIS LOWE (Leader) - Trombone, MICHAEL McQUAID - Clarinet & Alto Sax, MARTIN WHEATLEY - Banjo & Guitar, DAVID HORNEBLOW - Bass Sax, NICK D BALL - Drums. Such great musicians and without the aid of electronic amplification.
Really great night of our type of jazz on Thursday (2nd November 2023) with DOOLALLY TAP. Rip roaring jazz played by ALISTAIR 'Tich' WALKER - Trumpet, DAVID LALLJEE - Trombone, PAULA JACKMAN - Clarinet (Guesting), CHRISTIAN MILLER - Guitar, MICK SCRIVEN - Bass Sax. Listen to their rendition of CORNET CHOP SUEY.
