Tag Archives: Swing Dance

Last GOLD Big Band concert of the Year

Posted on October 6, 2022 by Gandalfe

As is my custom for this band, this was the last concert for 2022. I like to take November and December off to enjoy the holiday season. The rest of October we will be sightreading some charts to pick new … Continue reading →

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Makin’ Music: This year’s MJJO Recordings

Posted on October 19, 2017 by Gandalfe

“Making music together is the best way for two people to become friends.” ~ Hermann Hesse This year I decided to take my band to a recording studio, TopOfTheHill Music Studio. This is the second time I’ve done this. The … Continue reading →

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MJJO at the Jumpin’ Jive to Thrive dance 2013

Posted on March 4, 2013 by Gandalfe

Suzy joins me on tenor for this event. I *really* like performances where she can make it. Since she works nights, she isn’t always available.

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MJB: Third Place Commons Swing Dance

Posted on December 26, 2010 by Gandalfe

Okay, I’ve finalized the Microsoft Jazz Band set list for the Third Place Commons the last Saturday in January 2011. I know, I know,… It only took me two months. Bruce Gallagher will be on lead tenor and Ray Guyll … Continue reading →

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