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Newfound Cool are playing at the Launceston Jazz Club Gig, Tuesday 28th May, 8pm at the Royal Oak Hotel Launceston.

All jazz lovers are acquainted with performances featuring improvisation based on well-known tunes and while this trait of the art is admirable, it is another challenge to write original jazz.

Not only has Jason Whatley been able to create interesting pieces, he has also managed to have them arranged in such a manner that they represent a particular sound, capturing the spirit of 50s and 60s era of Miles Davis, Howard McGhee and James Moody.

Together with all this, he has assembled a talented group of musicians to present his works. Jason leads on piano a quintet comprising Michael Woods (trumpet and flugel horn), Damon Warner (reeds), Hamish Houston (bass) and Beau Thomas (drums).

The two front line format leads to nice harmonic work which makes the rhythm section tight and allows the solos to flow. The CD that will be launched on Tuesday May 30 has seven original compositions which range from blues to ballads and all have merit, and one of the favourites being the opening title track, "Newfound Cool".

"Newfound Cool"is a minor blues number with a very steady groove. The opening theme is stated by Michael Woods on trumpet, joined by Damon Warner on tenor sax for the repeat. Thoughtful solos by trumpet and sax lead to impressive piano choruses from Jason Whatley, who ranges over the whole keyboard, maintaining a long entertaining line. The theme returns in harmony and a neat coda by Hamish Houston and Beau Thomas on bass and drums, respectively, concludes the track.

The Music that will be heard at the Royal Oak will be mainly new with a sprinkling of old and respected tracks.

Remember to book at the Royal Oak Hotel Telephone 63315346

Mention must be made of the technical prowess of Michael Woods, who also recorded and mixed the disc. All up, a very creditable performance.

❊ Address ❊

 ⊜  14 Brisbane St Launceston 7250 View Map
 ✆ Telephone: (03) 6331 5346

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