Have you been bitten by the gypsy jazz bug?
Then come and be a part of the first Gypsy Jazz Club in the South Bay at Keith Holland Guitars. The inaugural meeting will be on Saturday, January 20th 2018 from 1:00 to 2:30pm with monthly meetings to follow. The club will provide the venue and opportunity to learn, jam, meet other players and have fun. I will be hosting the club meetings along with Robert Witmeyer, who will be teaching a few concepts and coaching players on how they are used in a song. As the club grows, we will look into opportunities to bring in luthiers and other experts to speak on various topics related to Gypsy jazz. The meetings are open to all with a $20 donation. If you know anybody who would be interested, please feel free to share this e-mail. Please RSVP to me so we can get an accurate head count.
Thanks,
Ron La France
Gypsy jazz musicians from around Puget Sound will celebrate Django Reinhardt’s 108th birthday with an evening of music. The concert will feature two bands, Nuages and Ranger and the ‘Re-Arrangers’, plus guest appearances by other top Seattle Gypsy Jazz musicians, including Eric Vanderbilt-Mathews on clarinet and saxophone.
Django was an itinerant Gypsy who earned international acclaim in the 1930’s. Many of his compositions became jazz classics and he is considered one of the top guitar soloists of all time. Duke Ellington referred to Django as “the most creative jazz musician to originate anywhere outside the United States.” Decades later, Jerry Garcia said, “Even today, nobody has really come to the state that he was playing at…nobody plays with the whole fullness of expression that Django had.”
Nuages features the fiery soprano saxophone of Michael Gurule–it’s like Sidney Bechet and Django Reinhardt got together to jam! Ranger and the ‘Re-Arrangers’ evoke the spirit of a Paris cafe and the raucous energy of a Gypsy campsite. Says violinist Ranger Sciacca: “Our goal is to make this a really fun show, featuring as many great musicians and different instruments as we can!”
There is no cover charge, but donations will be accepted.
About the Workshop
Unlocking the Secrets to Gypsy Jazz Guitar:
(Open to moderate to advanced guitarists with acoustic guitars.)
Topics covered: Rhythm, the essential first step.
Picking and tone development.
Chords for gypsy jazz and regular styles of jazz.
Arpeggios vs scales.
Common mistakes /misconceptions.
Questions & answers.
Directed jam session -time permitting (and depending upon the level and/or number of attendees). Tunes discussed: Minor Swing, Blues Clair & Minor Blues.
Sunday, February 3rd 2-3:30
$30
At Keith Holland Guitars in Los Gatos
http://www.keithhollandguitars.com/paul-mehling-gypsy-jazz-clinic.html
In February we’ll be in the lounge twice as we have a special vocal edition featuring Roya Jamshidpour on 02/22-www.facebook.com/events/160964947871437/
Come listen, eat, dance, and chat as we bring you the happy hour tunes of Django Reinhardt and other jazz standards played in the Gypsy style.
Dance friendly venue with ample room on the smooth floor. Our tempos will with focus on up-tempo balboa speeds with a sprinkle of ballads. We also take tempo requests any time.
Featuring Jonathan Ng’s lyrical violin improvisation combined with Eric Vanderbilt-Mathew’s sweet styling clarinet and imaginative saxophone notes.
Led by Victor Horky’s dynamic, driving rhythms anchored by the thick bass lines of Ryan Donnelly, the relaxing melodies and intricate rhythms of Silk Road Swing will captivate your ears!
The line-up:
Victor Horky~guitar
Eric Vanderbilt-Mathews~clarinet/saxophone
Jonathan Ng~violin
Ryan Donnelly~upright bass
If you’ve never danced at the Triple Door, there is a large open area next to the stage with a smooth floor suitable for dancing, especially with proper shoes.
Victor will be showcasing custom built Polak-Gypsy Jazz Guitars on stage provided by Polak Guitars USA.
There’s no cover at the Musicquarium, but please tip the band and enjoy the food and drink!
21+
Polak Guitars Web & Social links:
Edward Polak Guitar Lab
Polak-Gypsy Jazz Guitars-www.polak-gypsyguitars.com
Polak Guitars: Electric, Bass, Acoustic www.polakguitars.com
Victor Horky’s Silk Road Swing ft. Christiaan van Hemert in concert w/Nuages
The sixth installment in the 2017-2018 Manouche NW concert series presents Victor Horky’s Silk Road Swing ft. Christiaan van Hemert-an evening of Gypsy jazz, swing, & bebop. Hosted by Nuages, located at the Unity Spiritual Center (1095 Telegraph Road) on March 10, 7:30-9:30pm.
Guitarist and bandleader Victor Horky invites violinist Christiaan van Hemert to bring to life the swingin’ Gypsy jazz compositions of Django Reinhardt, jazz standards, and Christiaan’s own compositions for the listening pleasure of the guests of Manouche NW
Christiaan is one of the premier violinists in the current Gypsy jazz scene and often performs as a guest of the Rosenberg Trio and alongside Stochelo Rosenberg in different groups. He has played with countless high profile Gypsy jazz artists among which are Mozes Rosenberg, Paulus Schafer, Joscho Stefan, Fapy Lafertin, Tchavolo Schmitt, Roby Lakatos, Remi Harris, Gary Potter and many others.
The line-up:
Victor Horky~guitar
Christiaan van Hemert~violin
Patrick Brooks~guitar
Ryan Donnelly~upright bass
Craft beer and wine will be available for purchase at the concert with proceeds supporting the Whatcom Jazz Music Arts Center. Admission is $15.
For more information: (360)-961-1559,
You won’t want to miss this incredible show of musicianship displayed by Victor, European violinist Christiaan, and the entire lineup full of local talent.
In February we’re excited to present two shows at the Musicquarium, this special vocal edition, & our regular instrumental night 02/09-www.facebook.com/events/2072850406272029
Silk Road Swing bandleader Victor Horky joins forces with Roya & The High Timers bandleader & vocalist Roya Jamshidpour to bring you a mix of early jazz, Gypsy-swing, and bebop.
ROYA is a jazz singer and bandleader based in St. Louis, MO, specializing in the jazz and blues style of the 1920s through 1940s.
In St. Louis, her band “Roya & The High Timers” plays her favorite music with an authentic, but original style providing listeners a unique experience by highlighting the underplayed and obscure songs of the era while delivering the best combination of passion, distinctive vocal style, and era-authentic interpretations of some of the jazz age’s greatest moments.
The line-up:
Roya Jamshidpour~vocal
Victor Horky~guitar
Eric Vanderbilt-Mathews~piano/reeds
Geoff Harper~upright bass
If you’ve never danced at the Triple Door, there is a large open area next to the stage with a smooth floor suitable for dancing, especially with proper shoes.
There’s no cover at the Musicquarium, but please tip the band and enjoy the food and drink!
21+
The reviews of the first Gypsy Swing Club are in!
“Lots of great little tips and stuff for the people like me who are on the newer side of things. I really enjoyed the time because the last year learning GJ for me has literally only consisted of sitting in my living room alone playing. It was really great to get a chance to get out of the house and hang out and play with a big group of others from the area. I look forward to the next one and hope to have more time after next time (had to leave fairly quickly) to build some relationships and maybe find some more frequent jam partners.”
Thanks to Brad Herman for this wonderful synopsis!
Jason Anick, Max O’Rourke, Henry Acker and Greg Loughman perform a lively set of Django Jazz at popular venue in Harvard Sq.
Christiaan van Hemert w/Victor Horky’s Silk Road Swing Quintet-an evening of Gypsy jazz, swing, & bebop at The Royal Room
Show 8:00pm-10:00pm
Doors 7:00pm
Guitarist and bandleader Victor Horky invites Christiaan van Hemert to bring to life the swingin’ Gypsy jazz compositions of Django Reinhardt, jazz standards, and Christiaan’s own compositions for the listening and dancing pleasure of the guests at the Royal Room.
Christiaan is one of the premier violinists in the current Gypsy jazz scene and often performs as a guest of the Rosenberg Trio and alongside Stochelo Rosenberg in different groups. He has played with countless high profile Gypsy jazz artists among which are Mozes Rosenberg, Paulus Schafer, Joscho Stefan, Fapy Lafertin, Tchavolo Schmitt, Roby Lakatos, Remi Harris, Gary Potter and many others.
An example of Christiaan’s violin work can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h6-j8gadzUA
The line-up:
Victor Horky~guitar
Christiaan van Hemert~violin
Patrick Brooks~guitar
Eric Vanderbilt-Mathews~piano/clarinet/saxophone
Ryan Donnelly~upright bass
You won’t want to miss this incredible show of musicianship displayed by European violinist Christiaan and the lineup full of local talent suitable for your dining, dancing, and listening pleasure.
No cover. The musicians are compensated by your donations.
All ages.
Dinner reservations available.
There is a very nice wood dance floor by the stage for those inclined.
02/28/18 Christiaan w/Victor’s Silk Road Swing at the Royal Room 8-10pm
03/01/18 Happy Hour w/Christiaan & Victor’s Silk Road Swing-The Triple Door Lounge 5-7:30pm
03/02/18 Christiaan w/Victor’s Silk Road Swing-Dance 03/02-Third Place Commons-Lake Forest Park 7:30-9:30pm
03/03/18 Christiaan w/Victor’s Silk Road Swing at Anelia’s Kitchen-La Conner 7:30-9:30pm
03/09/18 Eastside Stomp dance/concert-Redmond 9-12am
03/10/18 Concert-Bellingham 7:30-9:30pm
Christiaan van Hemert w/Victor Horky’s Silk Road Swing-an evening of Gypsy jazz, swing, & bebop at Triple Door Musicquarium
Guitarist and bandleader Victor Horky invites Christiaan van Hemert to bring to life the swingin’ Gypsy jazz compositions of Django Reinhardt, jazz standards, and Christiaan’s own compositions for the listening and dancing pleasure of the guests at the Triple Door
Christiaan is one of the premier violinists in the current Gypsy jazz scene and often performs as a guest of the Rosenberg Trio and alongside Stochelo Rosenberg in different groups. He has played with countless high profile Gypsy jazz artists among which are Mozes Rosenberg, Paulus Schafer, Joscho Stefan, Fapy Lafertin, Tchavolo Schmitt, Roby Lakatos, Remi Harris, Gary Potter and many others.
An example of Christiaan’s violin work can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h6-j8gadzUA
Lineup:
Victor Horky~guitar
Christiaan van Hemert~violin
Patrick Brooks~guitar
Ryan Donnelly~upright bass
You won’t want to miss this incredible show of musicianship displayed by European violinist Christiaan and the lineup full of local talent suitable for your dining, dancing, and listening pleasure.
If you’ve never danced at the Triple Door, there is a large open area next to the stage with a smooth floor suitable for dancing, especially with proper shoes. Our tempos will with focus on up-tempo balboa speeds with a sprinkle of ballads. We also take tempo requests any time.
There’s no cover at the Musicquarium, but please tip the band and enjoy the food and drink!
21+
02/28/18 Christiaan w/Victor’s Silk Road Swing at the Royal Room 8-10
03/01/18 Happy Hour w/Christiaan & Victor’s Silk Road Swing-The Triple Door Lounge 5-7:30pm
03/02/18 Christiaan w/Victor’s Silk Road Swing-Dance 03/02-Third Place Commons-Lake Forest Park 7:30-9:30pm
03/03/18 Christiaan w/Victor’s Silk Road Swing at Anelia’s Kitchen-La Conner 7:30-9:30pm
03/09/18 Eastside Stomp dance/concert-Redmond 9-12am
03/10/18 Concert-Bellingham 7:30-9:30pm
