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BBC Big Band with Ian Shaw In association with BBC Radio 2
Fri 17 Oct Town Hall
Britain’s finest Big Band returns for a second season at Town Hall. This concert, to be recorded for BBC Radio 2’s Big Band Special, features an evening of jazz and swing classics, plus special guest vocalist Ian Shaw. Winner of Best Vocalist at the 2007 BBC Jazz Awards, Ian is a regular performer with the BBC Big Band and will feature jazz standards and songs from his recent albums, Drawn To All Things-The Songs of Joni Mitchell and the self-penned Lifejacket. “He has few rivals” Sunday Times “The best jazz vocalist we have” Time Out “One of the contemporary scene’s class acts” The Guardian “A razor-sharp performer with faultless time and unrivalled passion” WBGO Jazz88FM New York In association with BBC Radio 2. Concert to be recorded forBBC Radio 2’s Big Band Special. BBC Big Band is a Town Hall Associate Artist.
*Jiggs Whigham* Conductor *Ian Shaw* Vocals
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The RAF in Concert 2008
Thu 30 Oct Symphony Hall
Join us for an irresistible musical journey to celebrate the 90th Anniversary of the Royal Air Force. A nostalgic and uplifting evening is guaranteed thanks to a wonderful blend of light classics, jazz, big band and music from the shows, performed by the critically-acclaimed musicians of the Royal Air Force. With a triumphant finale, reminiscent of the Last Night of the Proms, this rousing night out is an ideal gift or family outing. Conductor: Wing Commander Stuart Stirling Seat Prices: £13.50, £16.50, £19.50 10% discount for Groups of 10 or more Concert in Support of the Royal Air Force Charitable Trust.
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Jack Bruce meets the BBC Big Band In association with BBC Radio 2
Fri 14 Nov Town Hall
A Town Hall and UK exclusive featuring legendary singer, bassist and composer Jack Bruce in concert with the BBC Big Band. This new collaboration features music from Jack’s solo career along with classics from the super group Cream; including Smiles & Grins, The Consul at Sunset, Spoonful, Deserted Cities of the Heart and Sunshine of Your Love.
*Jorg Achim Keller* Conductor and arranger
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World's Greatest Drummer 2008
Sat 15 Nov Town Hall
In the 29th September 2007, Palmerlive held the sell-out concert 'The World's Greatest Drummer' to celebrate the music and the man who most agree was the world's greatest drummer, Buddy Rich. ''A top quality band playing 'full-on' accompanying each drummer, and so many legendary figures on one stage, made my night. The finale was astounding." Kevin Thomas, audience member. This year, six of the UK's leading drummers from a variety of musical backgrounds and fresh from touring all over the world, perform the music made famous by Buddy Rich. They are joined by the superb 'The World's Greatest Drummer Big Band', where only the best UK session musicians have been selected. Featuring UK leading drummers... *Steve White* Paul Weller, The Players *Gary Husband* John McLaughlin, Level 42 *Karl Brazil* James Blunt, Bodyrockers, James Morrison *Darrin Mooney* Primal Scream *Pete Cater* Pete Cater Big Band *Ian Palmer* Georgie Fame, The Liquid Theory Experience a very unique show, the only of its kind to appear in Town Hall to date. It's full of passion with quality drumming at its very best. See drummers perform Buddy Rich's music and then join forces to perform a heart stopping finale. We guarantee you will be on your feet and inspired by The World's Greatest Drummer, suitable for all the family and all musical tastes! Supported by Drummer and Rhythm Magazine and raising awareness for Teenage Cancer Trust
*Unfortunately, Jon Brookes of The Charlatans is unable to perform in The World's Greatest Drummer. This is because he now has commitments with The Charlatans.* *We are pleased to announce that Darrin Mooney of Primal Scream will now be performing .*
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A Swinging Christmas featuring the BBC Big Band with special guest Matthew Ford. In association with BBC Radio 2
Fri 12 Dec Town Hall
Seasonal and swinging classics from the BBC Big Band with acclaimed vocalist Matthew Ford. Join the celebration as they perform favourites including _Midnight Sleighride_, _The Christmas Song_, _Let it Snow_, _Winter Wonderland_ and _Santa Claus is Coming to Town_.
Conductor *Jiggs Whigham*
