Last year my wife and I had a very enjoyable holiday in the Welsh town most famous for its association with the great poet Dylan Thomas: Laugharne. I was reminded of this when I came across two items related to Thomas. Firstly, I was reminded by this short article that Stan Tracey's quartet are playing … Continue reading Reminded of Laugharne
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It doesn’t get much better than this – the Herts Jazz Festival 2012…
As well as the Cambridge Film Festival, I am also very excited about the upcoming Herts Jazz Festival, which is taking place at Campus West in Welwyn Garden City over the weekend of 14-16 September. The host of this event - Herts Jazz Club - holds a very special place in my affections. It is … Continue reading It doesn’t get much better than this – the Herts Jazz Festival 2012…
The Stan Tracey Quartet: A Child’s Christmas Jazz Suite
Stan Tracey has been saying for some years now that his composing days are a thing of the past. Thankfully, we now have tangible proof that this no longer holds true: he has just released a CD with his quartet, full of new tunes. And if that wasn't enough, like his classic Under Milk Wood - … Continue reading The Stan Tracey Quartet: A Child’s Christmas Jazz Suite
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