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End-May & June programme for Stratford Jazz at the White Swan - plus July & Aug Preview

Sundays: 8pm, Free Admission (Unless Ticket priced) , Live Jazz at The White Swan, Stratford-upon-Avon

CONTACT NUMBER & NAME:
Roy Stevens 01789 298607 - for Gigs / Programme / Bookings / Box Office / Info.

25 May - Esther Miller Qnt with Steve Waterman
Esther Miller info (v) Steve Waterman (t&f) Gerry Spencer (p) Zoltan Dekany (b) John Perry (d) An established favourite vocalist since she first appeared at the White Swan in 2003. Esther is one of South Africa's leading jazz singers. More info It will not have escaped the notice of regulars that the impeccable Steve Waterman info is in the lineup.
For this special gig we will be charging: Admission: £5 - On the door

JUNE

01 June - Kevin Figes Quartet.
Kevin Figes info (s) Jim Blomfield (p) Riaan Voslool (b) Scott Hammond(d)
A welcome return for this popular West Country group. A mix of jazz standards and Kevin's originals with the exuberant Jim Blomfield leading the swinging rhythm section.

08 June - Beebee Quintet.
Chris Aldridge (s) Bryan Corbett (t) Roger Innis (g) Levi French (p) Neil Bullock (d). One glance at this impressive lineup will convince fans that we are in for a feast of top quality jazz from some of the leading local musicians. A full house is anticipated.
For this special gig we will be charging: Admission: £5 - On the door

15 June Jim Mullen Organ Trio with Stan Sulzmann
Jim Mullen (g) Stan Sulzmann info(s) Mike Gorman (organ) Matt Skelton (d)

	A real coup for us to entice this renowned band to the White Swan. Four internationally acclaimed musicians thriving on their much deserved reputations. Different sounds but always accessible, tasteful swinging jazz. Click for: Guardian review Click for: Span Arts review They say: "For sheer musical excellence ... a band with few peers."
*To hear a track from their album 'Smokescreen' Click Here* Ticketed Admission. Places will be limited. We anticipate a full house. Tickets £8. Available at Sunday gigs or to reserve phone Roy: 01789 298607. Or For Booking Form, please: Click Here

22 June - Katya Gorrie Duo info
Katya Gorrie (v) Denny Ilett (g). A welcome return for this singer from Vancouver who charmed the White Swan audience during last year with her sultry voice reminiscent of Julie London. She is ably accompanied by her partner Denny Ilett whose guitar playing is straight from the Wes Montgomery/George Benson school. Katya's vibrant personality and song choices will ensure an atmospheric evening.

29 June - Stekpanna info
Steve Kershaw (b) Mads Kjolby (g) Petter Svard (d) We are pleased to welcome Steve back to the Stratford Jazz scene. This band ranks among the top trios that appear at the White Swan. Providing a wide range of jazz standards and original material, this is an evening not to be missed.

JULY PREVIEW

July 06 - Quiver (Casey Green Qnt - Latin Jazz)

July 13 - Lee Jones

July 20 - Tom Hill's Straitjackets

July 27 - Corbett/French Duo

Aug 03 - Rosie Brown

AUGUST PREVIEW

Aug 10 - Jazz Funk Collective

Aug 17 - Ralph Allin

Aug 24 - JS Sextet

Aug 31 - Interplay

Stratford Jazz WEBSITE: http://www.stratfordjazz.org.uk

CONTACT NUMBER & NAME:
Roy Stevens 01789 298607 for: Gigs / Programme / Bookings / Box Office / Info.

Venue: White Swan Hotel, Rother Street, Stratford-upon-Avon
Warwickshire, West Midlands CV37 6NH - Contact: Roy Stevens 01789 298607

Free! Live Jazz! No Admission Charge! Unless Ticket price shown
Stratford Jazz is independent and self-funding.
Musicians are paid solely from the RAFFLE proceeds so...
please give it your full support to keep live jazz, Live!

Louise T Blouin Institute Events

Friday 16^th May 2008, 19.00, £5

Musical Recital: Jennifer Pike

Join us for an evening with aspiring young violinist Jennifer Pike, Winner of the 2008 South Bank Show / The Times Breakthrough Award. This award acknowledges the impact that she has made during 2007, both in own field and throughout the arts as a whole.

This event is organised in conjunction with the Richard Meier: Art and Architecture exhibition currently running until the 22^nd 2008 at the Louise T Blouin Institute. Jennifer will be accompanied by Daniel Tong on the unique Ibach Grand Piano designed by Richard Meier.

Works to include

SCHUBERT, FRANZ: Violin Sonata in G Minor

MOZART, WOLFGANG AMADEUS: Violin Sonata in E minor K.304

BEETHOVEN, LUDWIG VAN: Violin Sonata No.7 in C minor Op. 30/2

Ticket price will include a free glass of Henriot champagne.

There are limited tickets available so please do book in advance.

Great Opportunity!! Limited spaces available!! Book Now!!

Louise T Blouin Institute

Wednesday 21^st May 2008

1pm – 5pm

Drawing Workshop with Lee Campbell

£35 members, £40 non members

Join artist and teacher Lee Campbell as she leads an afternoon workshop on drawing. She will demonstrate a variety of different drawing mediums and techniques. Emphasis is on active participation followed by reflection and group discussion. Price includes tuition and all materials plus a pencil case of goodies to take home.

No previous experience or art talent necessary!

Activities include drawing exercises designed specifically to;

Improve visual memory, activate co-ordination skills, realise and consolidate ideas and balance left and right brain processes.

Lee Campbell is an accomplished artist and qualified teacher with over 20 years experience. Lee is a qualified Life Coach and she also has a BA in Fine Art, an MA in History of Art and a certificate in Adult Education.

All events are free of charge to Institute Members. We advise booking in advance.

To order your tickets for forthcoming lectures or events please contact the Louise T Blouin Institute Reception on: 020 7985 9600 or email info@ltbfoundation.org with your credit card details.

Phone lines are open between 10.00 and 18.00 daily.

Tickets can be bought on the door depending on availability.

Louise T Blouin Institute

3 Olaf Street

London W11 4BE