Jim Davidson, Manawatū Jazz Festival
Jim Davidson (vibraphone) performing at the 25th Annual Manawatū Jazz Festival.
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The Queen City Big Band, Manawatū Jazz Festival
The Queen City Big Band performing at the 25th Annual Manawatū Jazz Festival. Personnel includes: Katerine Ingram, Aaron Penman (alto saxophones) John Callesen, Matthew Smith (tenor saxophone) Chris Knight (baritone saxophone) Hamish Arthur, Mike Young, Alistair McMillan, Nick Travaglia (trombones) Joe Allen, Russell Brooke, Dave Johnstone, Grant Langdon (trumpets) Stuart Haynes (piano) Greg Tuohey (guitar) Matt Penman (bass) Malcolm Taylor (drums) Merv Thomas (director)
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The Melancholy Babes perform at Snails
The Melancholy Babes performing at Snails as part of the North Island tour supporting the release of the trio's album, "Shingles." Jeff Henderson (soprano saxophone), Anthony Donaldson (drums) and Tom Callwood (bass).
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Roger Metcalf, Manawatū Jazz Festival
Roger Metcalf (tuba) performing with The Valley Stompers at the 25th Annual Manawatū Jazz Festival.
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Manawatū Jazz Festival Program, 1992
Program for the 25th Annual Manawatū Jazz Festival Program, held in Palmerston North 29-31 May, 1992.
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The Bill West Jazz Band, Manawatū Jazz Festival
The Bill West Jazz Band performing at the 25th Annual Manawatū Jazz Festival. L-R: Arthur Parker (banjo) Chris Anderson (clarinet) Jim Morell (drums) Bill West (cornet) Jim Wilson (bass). Not pictured: Graham Kelly (piano)
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Black and White Jazz Band, Manawatū Jazz Festival
Members of the Black and White Jazz Band from New Plymouth Boys’ High School performing at the 25th Annual Manawatū Jazz Festival. L-R: Hayden Chisholm (alto saxophone) David Bermner (trombone) Mark Bremner (trumpet) Michael Clentworth (trumpet)
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The Aces Dance Band
In 1940s Palmerston North, dance bands were in demand to play Saturday night halls, clubs and special occasions. Mel Creighton’s band, named The Aces, is set to play at one such venue, perhaps the ANA Dance Hall (later the Astoria Ballroom) in George Street. The band played many such halls, such as the old Oddfellows Hall in Cuba Street, A&P Hall at the Showgrounds. They also were popular for country dances in smaller towns like Opiki, Rongotea and Rangiotu. The named members of the band were: Mel Creighton (piano), Jack Creighton (double bass, father of Mel), Jeff Everson (drums). The other three members remain unnamed, but they were brothers. There signature card themed decorations appear with them in this photograph.
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The New Valley Stompers performing at the Manawatū Jazz Club
The New Valley Stompers, a traditional jazz group from Wellington, performing at the Willow Park Tavern as part of the monthly Club Day Concert held by the Manawatū Jazz Club. L-R: Graham Kelly (keyboard/vocals) Brian Smythe (banjo) Bill West (trumpet/vocals) Barry Carter (washboard) Chris Caudwell (trombone) Dave Thompson (clarinet) and Roger Metcalfe (sousaphone). Vocalist Marian Price-Carter joined the group for a number of pieces.
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Melissa Thake (musician)
Melissa Thake (vocals) performing with the jazz band Easy Street in the Celtic Inn
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The Manawatū Jazz Club Big Band
The Manawatū Jazz Club Big Band performing at the 25th Annual Manawatū Jazz Festival. Personnel includes: Trevor Castle (director) Graeme Parker, Noel Watts, Charley O’Kelly, Steve Wallace (trumpets) Don Crawford, Noel Robinson, Darrell Farley (trombones) Graydon Crawford, Brian Cobbe, Richard Hardman (alto saxophones) John McCormick, Hugh King, Murray Jamieson (tenor saxophones) Alex Logan (baritone saxophone) Gavin Donaldson (guitar) Simon Van Rysewyk (bass) Ralph Sims (drums) Mike Holmes (piano)
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Deidre Tarrant Dance poster
"Deidre Tarrant Dance Theatre tour with - La Boutique Fantasque - Baroque Suite - Jazz Spectrum - Transcendenatal Freedom - to the music of Jonathan Livingston Seagull. Visits Palmerston North Opera House. Book at Collinson & Cunninghame. $1.20 & 80c plus book fee." Part of a collection of posters that were displayed in the Public Library in the 1970s - 1980s.
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Rose City Seven, Manawatū Jazz Festival
Members of the Rose City Seven performing at the 25th Annual Manawatū Jazz Festival. L-R: Ray Woodley (banjo) Colin Eglinton (clarinet) Russ Toms (drums) Peter Hales (trumpet) Don Crawford (trombone)
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Rose City Seven, Manawatū Jazz Festival
Rose City Seven performing at the 25th Annual Manawatū Jazz Festival. L-R: Ray Woodley (banjo) Terry Tawharua (bass) Colin Eglinton (clarinet) Russ Toms (drums) Peter Hales (trumpet) Don Crawford (trombone). Not pictured: Rita Banks (piano)
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Telethon Cushion Concert poster
"Telethon Television New Zealand. Palmerston North Dance Assn. Inc. Cushion Concert. Rangitāne Pavillion. Civic Centre. Sunday July 21st 1981. 2pm. Adults $1 Child 50c. Proceeds to Telethon. Family Entertainment. Items from Palm. Nth. Levin Marton Dancing Classes. Highland Dancing. P.N.G.H.S Jazz Group. Entertaining Ethnic Dances." Part of a collection of posters that were displayed in the Public Library in the 1970s - 1980s.
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Jazz Club poster
Manawatu Jazz Club presents.....Jazz 81. Palmerston North Opera House. Saturday May 30th 1.30pm, Sunday May 31st 1.30pm. Door sales only. Children under 15 half price. 8pm concert featuring Roger Fox Big Band of Wellington. Watch your local paper for further details." Part of a collection of posters that were displayed in the Public Library in the 1970s - 1980s.
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25th Annual Manawatū Jazz Festival, 1992
Images of musicians and ensembles performing at the Manawatū Jazz Club's 25th annual Jazz Festival held over Queen's Birthday weekend, 29-31 May, 1992.
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Queen City Big Band saxophone section, Manawatū Jazz Festival
The Queen City Big Band saxophone section performing at the 25th Annual Manawatū Jazz Festival. L-R: Matthew Smith, John Callesen (tenors) Katharine Ingram, Aaron Penman (altos) Chris Knight (baritone)
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Queen City Big Band, Manawatū Jazz Festival
Flugelhornist performing with the Queen City Big Band at the 25th Annual Manawatū Jazz Festival.
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Erna Ferry with the Manawatū Jazz Club Big Band
Erna Ferry singing with the Manawatū Jazz Club Big Band at the 25th Annual Manawatū Jazz Festival.
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Blue Bossa Jazz Ensemble, Manawatū Jazz Festival
Blue Bossa Jazz Ensemble performing at the 25th Annual Manawatū Jazz Festival. L-R: Gary Wilby (piano) Lance Philip (drums) Murray Biggs (soprano saxophone) Alistair McLeod (bass) Colin Chase (congas)
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Noel Watts, Manawatū Jazz Festival
Noel Watts (trumpet), leader of the Riverside Jazz Band, performing at the 25th Annual Manawatū Jazz Festival.
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Don Crawford, Manawatū Jazz Festival
Don Crawford (trombone) performing with the Riverside Jazz Band at the 25th Annual Manawatū Jazz Festival.
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Gary Compton and Russel Tozer, Manawatū Jazz Festival
Gary Compton (trumpet) and Russel Tozer (bass) performing with The Trad Seven at the 25th Annual Manawatū Jazz Festival.
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The Valley Stompers, Manawatū Jazz Festival
The Valley Stompers performing at the 25th Annual Manawatū Jazz Festival. L-R: Unidentified (vocals) Roger Metcalf (tuba) Bill East (drums) Randall Gibson (leader/banjo) Ray Heath (clarinet) Gordon Blishen (trumpet) Alan Roy (trombone)
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Ray Heath, Manawatū Jazz Festival
Ray Heath (clarinet) performing with The Valley Stompers at the 25th Annual Manawatū Jazz Festival.
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Ray Woodley, Manawatū Jazz Festival
Ray Woodley (banjo) performing with the Riverside Jazz Band at the 25th Annual Manawatū Jazz Festival.
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Jeff Smith, Manawatū Jazz Festival
Jeff Smith (piano/vocal) performing with Jazz-A-Plenty at the 25th Annual Manawatū Jazz Festival.
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Errol Christiansen, Manawatū Jazz Festival
Errol Christiansen (drums) performing at the 25th Annual Manawatū Jazz Festival.
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The Brian Geoghan Sextet, Manawatū Jazz Festival
The Brian Geoghan Sextet performing at the 25th Annual Manawatū Jazz Festival. L-R: Jack Claridge (vibes/effects) Vern Clare (drums) Brian Geoghan (trumpet/vocal) Jim Wilson (bass) John Nicholson (clarinet) Bob McNeely (guitar)