[Tradjazz] Galvanized Jazz Band News!

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Hi GJB Fans,

A Sad Note:

Our old friend Charlie Stevens, a wonderful bass player, and a great guy too, 
passed away peacefully on Wed Nov 14th.   Funeral arrangements were private, 
but you can go to www.laportacookfuneralhome.com for details regarding what 
you can do in Charlie's memory.

A CD RELEASE PARTY NEXT WEEK!   OUR FIRST!   And, it's our last public 
performance for 2007!   Don't miss it!  I Just spoke with the owner's, and we're 
nearly sold out!

 It's Thursday, November 29th, 6:30-9PM at the Beachhead, 3 Cosey Beach Ave 
East Haven.  We're very excited about this because this latest Galvanized Jazz 
Band CD is absolutely fabulous.   We're talking about the Howard Alden-Dirck 
Spicer-Noel Kaletsky GJB session on Jan 1, 1984 at the Millpond Tavern, 
Northford CT., where we performed weekly from 1971-2005!    It's called 'AIRMAIL 
SPECIAL', and boy is it special.   I get goose bumps when I listen to it!   The 
energy level is incredible. We'll try to re create that feeling at the CD 
Release Party, playing all of the tunes from that session, so call for reservations 
now, 203-469-5450.   I can tell you that seating will be limited so you can be 
assured of good service; we also need room for the 7-piece band!   The 
Beachhead is very aware that some of you didn't get the service you deserved at our 
last Sunday performance, and they're going to do whatever is necessary to 
correct that.   One more thing, this CD will be available at the CD Release Party, 
but not before, so if you order prior to that, it will be mailed to you after 
the CD Release Party, if there are any left!   By the way, you may want to 
make your reservation earlier than 6:30 to avoid any possible delays.   See you 
there!

Fred's Back From France

Yes, I just got back last night.   I played two gigs with JP Alessi's French 
Preservation New Orleans Jazz Band, in Lyon, France.   The Friday gig was a 
dance club function with 150 dancers.   We played from 10PM to 3AM, and they 
were still dancing (to house music) when I left!   On Saturday we played to 700 
dancers.   The first band, a Boogie Woogie Band, played from 9 to 11:30.   We 
played from 11:45 to 3AM.   I told them that Connecticut is asleep by 10PM, and 
they all laughed.   Each dancer paid 25 euros to get in.   That's about $33!  
 No food and a cash bar! What's amazing is that these French fans know all of 
the tunes, from Eh Las Bas to Kid Thomas Boogie Woogie to Bugle Boy March, 
and they jitterbug all night to them.   It was a great 5 days! 

Congratulations to our friend, Les Paul. 
President Bush presented the 2007 National Medal of Arts to Les Paul for his “
innovation as a musician, his pioneering designs of the electric guitar, and 
his groundbreaking recording techniques that have influenced the development 
of American jazz, blues, and pop music, and inspired generations of guitarists.”
   How many of you remember the great session we had with Les Paul as our 
guest at the Millpond one very special Sunday in 1986, our 15th anniversary?

Bill Logozzo's Heartbeat Jazz Band will be at Olivers in Essex on Thursday, 
Dec 6th, 7-10PM, with Skip Hughes ! This is a great spot, nice casual 
atmosphere, and good food at a reasonable price.    Of course the music is hot hot hot! 
  Dancing too!   Look for them at Olivers usually on the first Thursday of 
each month.   They'll also be doing a Jazz Service at the East Hampton 
Congregational Church on Sunday morning, Jan 13th.   Contact Bill Logozzo at Bill 
@nutmegchrome.com for information on the band and how to order CDs.   

SUNDAYS at Marisa's in Trumbull!   
We'll be back on Sunday, Jan 20th, 6-8:30!  Remember, there is no cover or 
minimum at Marisa's, but because the food is fabulous, you're going to want to 
order dinner.  There's dancing too!   Marisa's is very easy to get to: take the 
Merritt Parkway toward Trumbull, get off at Exit 48, head north for about 3 
miles, and it's on your right.   This is a good size restaurant, with plenty of 
seating and parking, and a nice dance floor too.   Marisa's address is 6540 
Main Street, Trumbull, CT 06611.   The telephone number is 203-459-4225. 

Galvanized Jazz Band Coming to Hamden

On Sunday, Jan 27th, 2-3:30PM, we'll be in concert at the Thornton Wilder 
Auditorium at the Miller Cultural Complex, 2901 Dixwell Avenue, Hamden, as part 
of the town's concert series.   Call 203-287-2546 for details.   Our special 
guests for this performance will be Jim Fryer and Joel Schiavone. 

Galvanized Jazz Band Coming to Westport

On Sunday, Feb 10th, 2-3:30pm, we'll be in concert at the Westport Senior 
Center, 21 Imperial Ave., Westport, with guest trombonist Skip Hughes.   Call 
203-226-7600 for details.   

The Great Connecticut Traditional Jazz Festival

It's all set for July 25, 26 and 27, at the Sunrise Resort in Moodus!   I 
don't have all the details yet, but I heard rumors that it's going to be the best 
Fest yet!   Names like Jeff Barnhart Allstars, Cornet Chop Suey, Igor's Jazz 
Cowboys, Blue Street, Midiri Brothers, Galvanized Jazz Band with Jane 
Campedelli and JP Alessi (sax player and leader of French Preservation New Orleans 
Jazz Band!), and more, much more!  Call 1-800-HOTEVENT for a brochure, or to buy 
your tickets in advance.   It really helps.   Why not buy tickets for some 
lucky person for Christmas?

The Hot Steamed Jazz Festival is set for 2008! Mark your calendars for June 
27, 28 and 29. We'll be there along with a host of other talented musicians for 
another great weekend of traditional jazz. For more information about the 
festival and to order tickets, log on to www.hotsteamedjazz.com. If you would 
like to receive updates directly from The Hot Steamed Jazz Festival, send an 
email to info at hotsteamedjazz.com and ask to be added to their email distribution 
list.  From the Director: “The holiday season is almost upon us and festival 
tickets make great holiday gifts. Order soon to ensure you receive tickets in 
time to put under the tree or in the stockings!”

News from Jim Fryer

Dear Friend:
Just wanted to let you know that on SATURDAY NOVEMBER 24, I will be returning 
to the Silvermine Tavern in Norwalk CT, with another round of JIM FRYER AND 
THE USUAL SUSPECTS. Suspects Christian Sands (piano) and Jesse Hameen (drums) 
will join me, along with a mystery bass player!   Leave your Thanksgiving 
leftovers at home, come out have a swell meal and enjoy good music at the 
Silvermine, Connecticut's premier jazz venue. We play music from 8 - 10:30pm. Visit 
their website www.silverminetavern.com, or call 203-847-4558.  Speaking of 
websites, I now actually have one up and running: www.jfryer.com. Doing a "websites 
for morons" class through Apple Computers has allowed me to get a toehold on 
the 21st century! I will try to keep my performance schedule updated and my 
photos snappy. I hope that you are well, and thanks for your support for live 
music.   Regards, Jim

Jim Fryer
914-826-5257 (cell)
In Manhattan: 604 Riverside Drive, Apt. 3-D, NY, NY 10031
In Westchester: 86 Grandview Ave, Rye, NY, 10580
www.jfryer.com

Galvanized Jazz Band CDs
Please check our web site, www.galvanizedjazz.com, for details on how and 
what to order.   We have another new CD in the works of our August, 2007 Music 
Mountain performance with Jim Fryer and Bob Price.   It was a very special night 
and a great performance.   We'll let you know when it's available.   Soon!

See you soon!   Thanks for your support!   

Visit our fabulous web site for more details.   It's www.galvanizedjazz.com 

Happy Thanksgiving to all!!

Fred Vigorito-The Galvanized Jazz Band!





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