Ginger Pigs Play to a Packed House at The Walnut Tree Jazz Club

February 11, 2018 By Peter Butler Leave a Comment

Besides being influenced by the music of London in the “Swinging 60’s”, Northampton based Ginger Pig Band has had a long term connection with New Orleans.

They have played and toured with a host of jazz greats including, to name just a few, Kid Thomas Valentine, Tuba Fats, Sammy Rimington, Ken Colyer, John Crocker and Pat Halcox. They have also toured widely in Europe – for instance to Belgium, Denmark, Holland, Germany and Switzerland.

So even though it is virtually on the band’s doorstep, fans packed the Walnut Tree, Blisworth, on Sunday, 4th February, for a full on session of Ginger Pig Jazz, along with special guest Mike Owen on trombone. Here is a selection of Jazz&Jazz YouTubes filmed on the day.

“Just A Closer Walk With Thee” received a top accolade from the USA:
“Its hard to play that slowly…good job guys! ???” (Bob Kemper).

“St Louis Blues”: Includes an introduction to the band …

… and Flo, The New Girl on the Block:

Be sure to visit: Introducing Florence Olivia!

Peter M Butler
Editor & Proprietor Jazz&Jazz

(Photos & YouTubes © Peter M Butler, Jazz&Jazz)

Please follow and like us:

Filed Under: Jazz Bands

Speak Your Mind Cancel reply

You must be logged in to post a comment.

HELP US KEEP JAZZ LIVE AND ALIVE!

Popular belief is that Jazz has had its day. Not so! There are plenty of great bands on the jazz circuits - playing at Concerts, Clubs, Festivals. People say the musicians and fans are past their sell by dates and don’t attract younger audiences. Again, not so! There is a Jazz Revival! Numerous younger bands with growing numbers of enthusiastic young fans are making their mark.

Jazz&Jazz is dedicated to keeping jazz LIVE AND ALIVE. We value exchanges of views on all things jazz. You can make your comments by using the “Speak Your Mind” option below each post.

But as Jazz&Jazz coverage increases incrementally in quality as well as quantity so do costs - travel, photography, videos, subscriptions, booking and ticket prices.

CONTRIBUTIONS to help cover costs would therefore be greatly appreciated. Jazz&Jazz also features JAZZ ART, sales of which help finance expenses.

Either use the “Donate” button below or email [email protected] for details on making a contribution and help us to KEEP JAZZ LIVE AND ALIVE!

RECENT ACCOLADES

“Jazz & Jazz” is an invaluable platform for news about young bands and musicians. It’s a great way for organisers like me to know what is going on! The enthusiasm of Peter Butler is inspirational and infectious and has certainly done much to boost the reputation of Fest Jazz beyond the boundaries of Brittany. Long may the site continue and flourish!”
Trevor Stent, Good Time Jazz

“Dear Peter, You have embarked on a lonely road. There have been few people painting New Orleans musicians over the years. There was one guy named Frank Caunce … in the 1965 - 72 period who was very good but not as organised as you. So keep doing what you are doing.”
Barry Martyn, New Orleans

“Very pleased to be associated with Jazz & Jazz. It promises to be be an influential contribution not just to the UK but to any one anywhere capable of accessing it. My Old Green River Band is delighted to have the opportunity to register its gigs and geographical whereabouts and to see the results this must have for all those associated.”
Martin Bennett, The Old Green River Band

“Fantastic Peter, you've got a talent for capturing people! Perhaps I need to have a shave!!!
Emile Martyn, The Fallen Heroes.

Contents & Archives