Swing Unlimited
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Swing Unlimited Big Band is a community based Big Band, and is probably unique in British Jazz in that it is totally self-funding, receiving no grant of any kind, making it a true community band, being run by the community, for the community. The current musical director of SUBB is Julian Whitehead (principal trombone in the recently formed New Mantovani Orchestra and Bass Trombone in Dorset Chamber Orchestra), although the band is led very much in the style of Loose Tubes, rehearsing in the round where any member of the band can direct at any one time. Regularly performing at Highcliffe[1] Castle[2]. The Band includes amongst its alumni James Stead (a regular at the prestigious Captain's Club in Christchurch, Dorset[3]) who is currently touring the UK with Godspell.
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[edit] Formation of the Band
Swing Unlimited Big Band was formed in late 2001 by various musicians including David Wilkinson[4] and James Rawlinson[5]. Both wanted to play upbeat and interesting big band music- with maybe a hint of nostalgia[6] but felt the opportunities to do so in Dorset were somewhat limited.
[edit] Location
The Band is based in Bournemouth which is on the South Coast[7] of the UK.
[edit] Current Line-up
Saxophones:James Rawlinson, Janine Guy, Vicki Newman, Will Upton, Rachel Leo, Karen Pitt, Nick Studdert-Kennedy, Penny Bishop
Trumpets:Kevin Courage, Alan Jenkins, Pat Peiro, Nick Jarvis
Trombones: Julian Whitehead, Richard Curren, Jenny Fellowes, Colin Williams
Rhythm Section: James Stead (Keys), Andy Pitt (Bass), Chris Panaretou (Guitar), Jon Foulds and Alan Elliot (drums and percussion)
[edit] Discography
There are numerous live recordings available, and SUBB are currently working on a recording in conjunction with music students of Lytchett Minster School[8].
[edit] Education and Outreach
One of the aims of SUBB as a community band is to not only provide outreach to the community in terms of charity events for organisations like the Soroptimist International and local charities such as the Rotary Club, but to get into local schools, providing workshops and joint events that help young people to see that keeping music live is very important. One of the aims of SUBB is to get out into local schools about three times a year[9].
[edit] References
- ^ Wave 105 Accessed 19th February 2008
- ^ Highcliffe Diary [1]
- ^ Captain's Club Bournemouth Echo 20th July
- ^ Official SUBB Website [2] Accessed 19th Feb 2008
- ^ Mr Kyps Review [3]
- ^ Step Back in time with MGs 4th August 2006
- ^ The Swing Dance Company Swing Unlimited Vote
- ^ Music Technology Department at Lytchett Minster School in Dorset Live Recording
- ^ Ferndown Upper School December Newsletter [page 4]
[edit] External Links
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