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A wonderful concert of new songs written by this very talented Edmonton group. See them when you get the chance and enjoy their new CD, just released. Very enjoyable performance and listening. They are highly recommended.
A great venue and great music for the evening. very entertaining group of musicians.
loved the laid back performances of these consummate artists. I had not heard them before, and was hoping the music would be just what it was. Relaxing, soothing, and refreshing. Thoroughly enjoyed the evening. The only downside was that I was not able to get any CDs. I was surprised by the fact that the audience was quiet limited. Certainly no where close to a sell out, yet the number of CDs was small. It was, you know, like they were not planning on selling many CDs. I guess it is tough knowing how many to bring! I will just have to download the music.
Terrific Shaw, Unforgatable Latin Jazz Fusion!!! Tilo Paiz is absolutly stunning with his unstopable music performace energy & drumming music delivery!!! Love it the most! <3
I have seen many a concert in my time and plenty after working at the Jube for 12 years. But this concert of light Christmas standards and not so standards all arranged by Tommy Banks was one of the all time best shows I have attended! Cheers to Tom and the entire orchestra!
First time out to Yardbird Suite. Have been wanting to go there for years and it most certainly did not disappoint! Great small cozy venue with feel of old-school Rat Pack venues. The atmosphere was great, seating was casual and general seating but I don't think there was a bad seat in the house. Music was phenomenal and the band leader was witty and funny. First set of traditional Christmas music was uniquely arranged and "Jingle Bells" was the star. The second set featuring renditions of The Nutcracker Suite were done thoughtfully and playfully. All in all, very pleased and would definitely go back again.
The group performed many great standards. The venue is comfortable, and the staff very helpful. We had great seats; relatively close and up a little. We enjoyed the ombience and the entire experience.
I was keen to see our own Edmonton and Canadian Jazz icon, P.J. Perry perform but I had no knowledge of just how good tenor saxophonist Jerry Weldon from New York was. At the break I bumped into him and I told him, "You're a monster!" (I meant it as a high compliment). I told Jerry that he reminded me of the late, great Illinois Jacquet, the guy that perfected the screaming, overblowing style. But it wasn't just the loud playing that impressed me. Jerry was great at the very soft ballad playing when he did a sax solo of "They Can't Take That Away From Me". Simply awesome. Of course one can't forget P.J. He was equally great giving it all in his power to impress. The dexterity and the steady, long phrases on the alto up and down two and a half octaves was nothing short of astounding. The drummer, Rudy, and the organist, Chris, were also great, too, but it was the two saxophones playing off against each other in a playful way that made the night so memorable.
Lots of heart, friendly but definitively a side man and a side band. These musicians were lucky to have access to the Yardbird Suite stage! As Jazz musicians they lack the personality and tone that makes you turn your head. After 45 minutes it all sounded the same. My favourite tune was the 2nd one; lots of funk and rhythm. Too bad it didn't continue like that.
Amazing unforgettabe evening...song arrangements kept audience highly entertained. Bert performed not only with a high level of expertise but with such verve and passion. His collection of jazz tunes from well known jazz masters had a wonderful variety of time signatures and emotions. All in all a stellar evening of jazz at Edmonton's premier jazz club.Thanks....we would love to hear Bert johnson at the Yardbird again soon.
