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31st May 11

Listening to some great tracks from two different saxophonists I worked with: Nat Birchall and Gary Reader. The albums are on their way for each, I think, and both will be worth a perusal!

31st May 11

So many "thank yous"... to all who came to Leicester, for a start - this was a new thing for the trio, actually performing a composition, AND at that length...

AND to Nottingham for the Framework Raise The Roof Festival. It was tricky listening with the DJing in the next room, but we put our souls into it. Good to see Nat Birchall, Gavin Barras, Rachael Gladwin and Matt Halsall, as well as a good chat/catch up with Julian Siegel.

12th Oct 11

Just got home from the London Jazz Festival - about which there is lots to say - to find a great review of Nat Birchall's album! It looks like I'm the Derbyshire Tabasco of jazz... used sparingly to enhance!

12th Oct 11

So many "thank yous"... to all who came to Leicester, for a start - this was a new thing for the trio, actually performing a composition, AND at that length...

AND to Nottingham for the Framework Raise The Roof Festival. It was tricky listening with the DJing in the next room, but we put our souls into it. Good to see Nat Birchall, Gavin Barras, Rachael Gladwin and Matt Halsall, as well as a good chat/catch up with Julian Siegel.

21st Nov 11

Just got home from the London Jazz Festival - about which there is lots to say - to find a great review of Nat Birchall's album! It looks like I'm the Derbyshire Tabasco of jazz... used sparingly to enhance!

21st Nov 11

Cold is shifting... Marmite, lots of Lemsip, oxtail soup. Just had news of some great work for next year, including vocalist Randolph Matthews in April, and Nat Birchall's and Gavin Barras' bands at the beginning of the year. At the moment It's ALL GOOD!

12th Dec 11

Cold is shifting... Marmite, lots of Lemsip, oxtail soup. Just had news of some great work for next year, including vocalist Randolph Matthews in April, and Nat Birchall's and Gavin Barras' bands at the beginning of the year. At the moment It's ALL GOOD!

13th Jan 12

Man, I'm totally knackered. Both of the trolley's tyre deflated whilst dragging it around London: 90+ kg doesn't seem to get any easier to shift...

Anyway, the gig with @[Nat Birchall] was fantastic! Here's some great photos from Richard Kaby...

25th Jan 12

But on a better note - a busy few days! I've not put it on yet, but I'm playing with old Symbiosis buddies George Grignon and Andy Maclean at Deda on February 11th; that as well as Sunday with Dave Kane and Alexander Hawkins in Leeds; and a gig in with Nat Birchall on Feb 4th at Pizza Express. All good!

7th Feb 12

What a jam-packed weekend! The gig with @[Nat Birchall] at Pizza Express was great - @[Arun Ghosh] played on a tune, and there were some really magical moments from all in the band. Lovely. My mood was slightly soured by the staff constantly switching off the lights as I tried to pack away: and then I topped it all off by an always eventful night at Ronnie Scott's, and losing my hat. The snow didn't impede my progress that much; it just made everything very much slower...

I'm still preparing things for One Note Sunday and of course the trio album; so no real rest. But I've also been adding things to cognizance which has kept me really busy - take a look!!

7th Feb 12

But on a better note - a busy few days! I've not put it on yet, but I'm playing with old Symbiosis buddies George Grignon and Andy Maclean at Deda on February 11th; that as well as Sunday with Dave Kane and Alexander Hawkins in Leeds; and a gig in with Nat Birchall on Feb 4th at Pizza Express. All good!

10th Feb 12

In Derby tonight at Deda! Come hear me play a Roy Ayers tune for the first time in my life, with George Grignon's excellent SoulDeep band. Finally recovered from the lovely soufulness of @[Nat Birchall]'s gig, and concentrating on writing out parts for @[the trio] album... March is looming!!

17th Feb 12

What a jam-packed weekend! The gig with @[Nat Birchall] at Pizza Express was great - @[Arun Ghosh] played on a tune, and there were some really magical moments from all in the band. Lovely. My mood was slightly soured by the staff constantly switching off the lights as I tried to pack away: and then I topped it all off by an always eventful night at Ronnie Scott's, and losing my hat. The snow didn't impede my progress that much; it just made everything very much slower...

I'm still preparing things for One Note Sunday and of course the trio album; so no real rest. But I've also been adding things to cognizance which has kept me really busy - take a look!!

17th Feb 12

Some more fantastic of the Nat Birchall gig at the Vortex - from Helena Dornellas!

9th Apr 13

Just a short note to say that unfortunately my father-in-law is gravely ill, and I\'ve taken the decision to spend time at home for the next couple of weeks. This means I\'ll be unable to attend the gig on Thursday with @[Nat Birchall]. Though of course you should go if you were! Things will be quiet for a bit, but if you contact me I\'ll try to get back to you as soon as I can.

15th May 13

In Derby tonight at Deda! Come hear me play a Roy Ayers tune for the first time in my life, with George Grignon's excellent SoulDeep band. Finally recovered from the lovely soufulness of @[Nat Birchall]'s gig, and concentrating on writing out parts for @[the trio] album... March is looming!!

15th May 13

Just a quick note to express heartfelt thanks to Kostas and everyone at Duende Jazz Bar, and all who came out to hear @[Nat Birchall]'s quintet. The kindness, friendship and respect that we received was a pure blessing.

7th Oct 13

Had a great time playing with @[Nat Birchall] in Bruges: lovely space, people and conversations over beer! Hope to head there another time.

13th Feb 14

New gig: Nat Birchall Quintet @ Leuven 2014 - http://www.coreymwamba.co.uk/gig/nat-1395583200

18th Mar 14

Looking forward to the Belgium trip with @[Nat Birchall] on Sunday... http://www.coreymwamba.co.uk/gig/nat-1395583200

19th Mar 14

And should be raring to go for the gig with Nat Birchall on Sunday! http://www.coreymwamba.co.uk/gig/nat-1395583200

22nd Mar 14

Up early - again: on a plane later with @[Nat Birchall]. http://www.coreymwamba.co.uk/gig/nat-1395583200

23rd Mar 14

Back from Leuven! Had a great time with @[Nat Birchall], @[Adam Fairhall], Johnny Hunter and Michael Bardon. Now to deal with the train!

9th Apr 14

New gig: Manchester Jazz Festival: Nat Birchall Quintet - http://www.coreymwamba.co.uk/gig/nat-1406143800

18th Jul 14

... with Adam again the next day, but in @[Nat Birchall]'s quintet; then Martin Archer's Engine Room Favourites after that! Diverse music!

24th Jul 14

Top night with @[Nat Birchall] at @[Manchester Jazz Festival]! Now with Martin Archer later today...

28th Aug 14

New gig: Nat Birchall Quintet/Denys Baptiste Triumvirate - http://www.coreymwamba.co.uk/gig/nat-1411675200

28th Aug 14

New gig: Nat Birchall 5tet @ Jazz In The Round - http://www.coreymwamba.co.uk/gig/nat-1416859200

24th Nov 14

Later today with @[Nat Birchall]!

11th Mar 15

Today is the start of a two-day jaunt with @[Nat Birchall]! Monmouth first.

12th Mar 15

Storming gig with @[Nat Birchall] last night in Monmouth. Bristol - watch out!

5th Nov 16

Had a great time at @[Nat Birchall]'s gig last night for @[Derby Jazz]; and had a bit of play too!