Short Biography
JAMES MORRISON
AND HIS BIG BAD BAND
With Special Guests Emma Pask, Carl Riseley, John Morrison and Ed Wilson
State Theatre, Sydney
Saturday 3 December 2011 7.30pm
It Don't Mean a Thing If It Ain't Got that Swing! Step back in time for a toe-tapping and finger-snapping musical treat with trumpet maestro James Morrison and his Big Bad Band as they bring to life all those big band swing classics in one very special night at Sydney's magnificent State Theatre.
Re-live the fabulous swing numbers made famous by Duke Ellington, Glenn Miller, Artie Shaw and Benny Goodman & Co., and enjoy a rare celebration of the golden era of swing at this stunning venue.
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Short Biography
JAMES MORRISON
AND HIS BIG BAD BAND
With Special Guests Emma Pask, Carl Riseley, John Morrison and Ed Wilson
State Theatre, Sydney
Saturday 3 December 2011 7.30pm
It Don't Mean a Thing If It Ain't Got that Swing! Step back in time for a toe-tapping and finger-snapping musical treat with trumpet maestro James Morrison and his Big Bad Band as they bring to life all those big band swing classics in one very special night at Sydney's magnificent State Theatre.
Re-live the fabulous swing numbers made famous by Duke Ellington, Glenn Miller, Artie Shaw and Benny Goodman & Co., and enjoy a rare celebration of the golden era of swing at this stunning venue.
Joining James on stage will be some of the best big band musos in the business, including singing sensation Emma Pask, (Ex-Idol) trumpet swingster Carl Riseley, ‘The Cat in the Hat' John Morrison, dynamic trombonist Ed Wilson.
If you've heard James Morrison with a small band and fallen for his musical magic, imagine that superb sound with twice the trumpets and trombones, three times the saxophones, incredible guest musicians and James trumpeting away in the lead like a man possessed!
You'll be in the mood from the first note, swinging along to these popular big band numbers. So come join the party and prepare to be blown away! Book now to be part of this joyous celebration of swing - tickets will sell fast!
Ticket prices start from just $49 (inc. GST & B/Fees).
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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