Short Biography
JAMES MORRISON
AND HIS BIG BAD BAND
Special guests Emma Pask, Don Burrows, John Morrison and Ed Wilson.
For one night only, Sydney's magnificent State Theatre will come alive with the exhilarating sound of international jazz legend James Morrison and his big bad band.
This undeniable master of jazz will thrill and delight with roof-raising renditions of his favourite big band classics by George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra and James Brown among others, in a show specially designed for this stunning venue.
Joining James on stage will be some of the best in the business, including singing sensatio...
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Short Biography
JAMES MORRISON
AND HIS BIG BAD BAND
Special guests Emma Pask, Don Burrows, John Morrison and Ed Wilson.
For one night only, Sydney's magnificent State Theatre will come alive with the exhilarating sound of international jazz legend James Morrison and his big bad band.
This undeniable master of jazz will thrill and delight with roof-raising renditions of his favourite big band classics by George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra and James Brown among others, in a show specially designed for this stunning venue.
Joining James on stage will be some of the best in the business, including singing sensation Emma Pask, "The Cat in the Hat" John Morrison and dynamic trombonist
Ed Wilson.
If you've heard James Morrison with a small group and you liked what you heard - now imagine it with twice the trumpets and trombones, three times the saxophones, some incredible vocalists and James trumpeting away in the lead!
Revel in this rare and sensational night celebrating this golden big band era. Don't miss this extraordinary experience and prepare to be blown away!
Ticket prices start from just $69 (incl GST & B/Fee).
State Theatre Sydney
Saturday 27 November 8pm
Hurry, tickets are limited so book now!
In-depth Biography
A natural musician able to play many instruments in numerous styles, James Morrison has made a strong impression every time he has played in the United States. Born into a musical family, Morrison began on the cornet when he was seven and was soon also playing trombone, tuba, and euphonium. Within a few years, he was also playing alto sax and leading a Dixieland band. He worked steadily as a teenager and at the age of 18 joined Don Burrows' quintet, touring Australia and the Far East. In 1987, he visited the U.S. as a member of Red Rodney's group and was soon a popular fixture on the European jazz festival circuit. Two years later, a pair of his albums (Postcards From Down Under and Swiss Encounter) were released on Atlantic at the same time in the U.S., and he toured with Gene Harris' Philip Morris Superband as a trombonist. To show off his versatility, on his 1991 album Snappy Doo (which also includes a rhythm section), Morrison overdubbed himself on four trumpets, four trombones, five saxophones, and piano. In addition to playing music (he has the ability to trade fours with himself on trumpet and trombone), James Morrison does stunt flying, climbs mountains, and drives a racing car. ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide
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