Jazz events in Bridport...Lyme Regis...West Dorset
Julie sings the Jazz Divas
Sunday 12 July
Marine Theatre Lyme Regis
A celebration of iconic female jazz singers through the decades, with singer/pianist Julie Dunn joined by guitarist extraordinaire Charles Mason.
They will be performing hit songs such as Billie Holiday’s Lover Man, Ella Fitzgerald’s Lady is a Tramp, Sara Vaughan’s Summertime, and Peggy Lee’s Fever, together with some great Diana Krall numbers and Julie’s own upbeat tunes.
Julie Dunn has released several acclaimed jazz albums, playing alongside Johnny Dankworth’s son Alec, and she has toured the country playing in prestigious venues such as the Vortex and the 606 Club in London. She has garnered widespread praise in the press, with Chris Parker describing her as “a class act – warm, compelling…impeccable” and Muse Magazine praising her as a “soulful jazz songstress who effortlessly sings in her distinctively rich and smooth vocal style.”
Charles Mason is a much in demand jazz guitarist-his dynamic playing perfectly complements Julie’s vibrant singing style resulting in a fresh and appealing sound.
This promises to be a fabulous night of great jazz favourites, not to be missed!
Opa Rosa
Sunday 13 September
Marine Theatre Lyme Regis
Fast gaining a reputation as one of UK’s most dynamic and virtuosic bands, Opa Rosa are an energetic acoustic ensemble sharing music from the Balkan, Greek, Klezmer & Roma traditions. With several combined decades of study and experience, all five musicians are well-versed in this lively music, capturing all the joy and sorrow that these traditions are so renowned for expressing.
Fresh off the release of their much anticipated new album 'Havasi Klub', they have toured internationally and captivated audiences with their high-energy and engaging performances.
"Opa Rosa - a high energy, incredibly tight and talented band. Flexible, fun, and great to listen to” Fiona Frank, Scottish Arts Council
Contact: philip@dorsetjazz.co.uk
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