More Great Gypsy Jazz Video

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If you would like to see more recent video and photos of the Hank Marvin Gypsy Jazz group there are two places to visit. The first being the YouTube channel of Steve Hilliar Concert Photography at this link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe0-KJ4PzvBtlKy0RPJNELQ/videos PLUS some great photos at www.stevehilliar.com

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July 7th Concert at Fremantle WA

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The 30th Anniversary will be held at the Navy Club in Fremantle, WA on 7th July. This will be an outstanding concert to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of JGSWA. Among the guitarists are:Ray Walker, Simon Jeans, Garry Lee’s Jazz Guitar Ensemble, Len Williams and Ian McGregor. They will be backed by consummate professionals Pete Jeavons on bass, and Daniel Susnjar …

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Hank Marvin Concerts 2019

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Here we go everyone, what you have been waiting for. We have another concert with Hank Marvin Gypsy Jazz scheduled in March 2019. This will take place at the sensational Drakesbrook Fine Wines Winery, Waroona March 2nd and 3rd 2019 in Western Australia. This will be a wonderful event, a full Gypsy Jazz Festival featuring many international artists. Tickets are …

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The Power of Acoustic Guitar

In News by Steve

Music is powerful, it is a universal language that crosses all type of barriers. Every culture celebrates life with music. One of the best ways to express yourself is to make your own music. There is something so empowering about picking up a guitar and getting off a few chords whether alone or with band mates. Purchasing your first guitar …

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Tips for Blending Percussion with Jazz Guitar

In Lessons by Steve

Percussion instruments and jazz are no strangers to one another. Musicians have been adding percussion elements – beyond drum set – to jazz for decades now. This might pose the question of how a percussionist should approach doing this. There are many things to consider here: rhythmic feel, dynamics, orchestration/instrumentation, etc. Keep in mind that for the purposes of this …

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Guitar Tango

In New Zealand Tours, Video by Steve

Hank Marvin and his Gypsy Jazz Ensemble played a fantastic rendition of the old Shadows tune Guitar Tango at their final concert in New Zealand 2015. This was performed at the beautiful Maidment Theater at the Auckland University. Steve Hilliar, along with Nunzio Mondia (manager of the group) organized this tour of New Zealand and numerous photos with some video …

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Hank Marvin’s New Album

In Audio, News by Steve

We’re excited to announce Hank’s latest album ‘Without A Word’ it has been released on CD, Vinyl and digital. Featuring 14 new recordings, including some well known tunes. This was recorded and produced in his own studio in Perth Western Australia. The track list as follows: 1. Don’t Get Around Much Anymore 2. Michelle 3. Alfie 4. Theme From ‘Poirot’ …

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Best Blog Award 2017

In News, Uncategorized by Steve

We are grateful to receive our first honour for 2017. The Best Jazz blogs from thousands of top Jazz blogs indexed by Google using search and social metrics.   Top 50 Jazz Blogs & Websites For Jazz Musicians, Teachers & Students These blogs are ranked based on following criteria Google reputation and Google search ranking Influence and popularity on Facebook, twitter …

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Maidment Theatre Auckland

In New Zealand Tours, News by Steve

November 20th 2016 was the 12 month anniversary of the Hank Marvin Gypsy Jazz concert at the Maidment Theatre in Auckland New Zealand. Since that time it is very sad to report this wonderful theatre has now closed. More than likely it will be a permanent closure due to the fact it would require a major upgrade to bring it …

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