[Tradjazz] Galvanized Jazz Band Alert!

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Hi GJB Fans,

A Sad Note:

JD Danscuk, of WMNR FM Radio, has passed.   JD was 80 years old, and for the 
past 27 years he hosted a wonderful Jazz radio show on Saturday nights on WMNR 
FM.   He was a faithful “Galvanized” friend and supporter, and played our 
recordings on his show often.   He also helped to promote our performances, and 
he was very supportive in promoting both the Hot Steamed and Great Connecticut 
Jazz Festivals.   He also attended our performances, including both Jazz 
Festivals.   He loved our performances at Marisa's, because it was close to his 
home.   I spoke with him at Marisa's last month.   The Jazz world will miss JD 
Danscuk, and so will I.   JD leaves his wife, Joyce of 58 years, and their 4 
children.   Thank you JD for all you've done for Jazz.   Thank you Joyce, for 
donating your Saturday nights, for 27 years!   For more information about JD, go 
to www.wmnr.org.   Be sure to listen to WMNR next Saturday, 9PM to 1PM as 
WMNR General Manager Kurt Anderson pays tribute to JD once again as he did this 
past Saturday.   

A CD RELEASE PARTY THIS WEEK!   OUR FIRST!   And, it's our last public 
performance for 2007!   Don't miss it!   There's only one table left!   If you miss 
that table, they'll put you on a waiting list.   What a great response, thank 
you! 

 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!  Remember, we start at 6:30.

Bruce McNichols remembers Charlie Stevens:

We reported last week that our old friend Charlie Stevens, a wonderful bass 
player, and a great guy too, passed away peacefully on Wed Nov 14th.   

The following is from Bruce McNichols, as he remembers Charlie Stevens:

“I am deeply saddened to hear the Charlie Stevens news. Many years ago I had 
the pleasure of working with Bill Lezotte's band. We did steadies at the Black 
Olive and later at the Whitman (both in Farmington, Connecticut) and many 
Friday nights at Bill's Seafood in Westport, Connecticut.   I recall my first 
time at Bill's Seafood. There were two reed players (me and Noel Kaletsky). Being 
the new guy, I was very self-conscious as we were about to begin. I remember 
asking Noel which one of us should play lead. He said "I dunno. Just play." I 
did and it was beautiful. Two reeds can be a disaster but with Noel, it was a 
pure delight.   The Farmington gigs had Bill Lezotte on guitar and banjo, Bill 
Sinclair (piano) and Charlie Stevens (string bass). It was one of the few 
gigs where I was the only horn (soprano sax).

In my many years of playing, I've had the honor of working with some of the 
very best musicians, ever! That said, I can't think of a more well oiled 
machine, than that quartet. I'm a big fan of the rhythm section. I also attempt to 
be somewhat sparse, in my horn playing. With that band, those guys just chugged 
along and my spaces highlighted their prowess.   I long ago, realized that 
players with spectacular technique, are not necessarily my favorites. I'll take 
a lesser technician, if he let's the music happen.   I don't know if Charlie 
had spectacular technique, or not (and that's how it should be). What I do know 
is that he was a fine bass man and a spectacular musician! He laid down a 
solid beat, with perfect intonation and very tasty notes. AND, he liked it that 
way. What more could you ask for.   Bill Lezotte's repertoire was (and is) 
fabulous. He dug Billie Holiday and Fats Waller tunes that I had never heard - all 
of them magnificent.   My one regret is that I never recorded that very 
special combo.   A year or two ago, I got Charlie's e-mail address and we exchanged 
messages. I was delighted and flattered to find that he too, cherished those 
good old days.”

M

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, with guest trombonist Craig Grant! 
 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!”

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.   

See you soon!   Thanks for your support!   

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

Fred Vigorito-The Galvanized Jazz Band!





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