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3rd Jun 11

I had such fun in Birmingham! John Morris, Andy Maclean, Bunny... a proper family reunion. It's been far too long... but now focussing on tonight's performance with Lydia.

23rd Jun 11

Well, that was amazing. We had a real blast last in Newcastle. Mat Maneri was fantastic, a lovely human being; and George Burt and Andy Champion were great too - it was a real joy to play! Hoping there'll be more.

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!

4th Jun 12

Just heard from Bearwood Jazz that Andy Hamilton passed away yesterday.

I first met Andy Hamilton when I used to do the door for Alan Cross at the Bear, whilst I was at university. Years later, I attended the jams at the Drum, and actually played with the group on a good number of occasions.

The surreal thing is that - foolishly - I always felt that he'd basically keep going, and had no real concept of his passing - the last time I heard him [by which point Sam Brown had passed away] he was playing better and stronger than ever, and that whole band [John Hoo, Mr Evans et al.] - were really supportive and encouraging of the whole Birmingham scene. A foundation of British jazz has been lost.

10th Jun 12

I think the effects of loss in a small community [for that is how I see it] are so clearly articulated in the jazz/improv. scene I'm in. We're all connected; sometimes very loosely if at all [I only met Tony Marsh once, I think], other times stronger [as in the case with Andy Hamilton]. It's not like they're blood-linked family, but there's a real sense of loss.

26th Jun 12

It's Andy Hamilton's funeral today. There's a celebration of his life later today at Birmingham Town Hall.

Feel funny about funerals and wakes - always have. Was planning on going, but slight feelings of dread. Saddened.

15th Jul 12

The Nottingham gig was lovely, just lovely, even though there was a stage [hate stages]. Really needed it - and thanks for coming if you did!

But this week coming is lots of work with Arun Ghosh in Shipley and London; and then a gig in Newcastle with Ntshuks Bonga and Andy Champion! In that time I\'ll be working on letters for that there petition, which reached 4000 signatures last night; and perhaps doing some music writing too...

27th Aug 12

Just dragging my head up from the Orrery to go through autumn, which has become VERY crowded as usual. After the gig with Robert, I\'m almost salivating in anticipation at a scheduled recording session with Adam Fairhall and the fantastic Paul Hession; the new album for the trio is just around the corner and a whole heap of things for next year, including a highly exciting quartet with Chris Sharkey, Mark Sanders and Andy Champion; and plans for a trip abroad...

2nd Oct 12

Just hit Sheffield. Bounty and crisps - the lunch of a champion.

28th Nov 12

Newcastle was a joy! Four incredible days with Andy Champion, Sylvain Darrifourcq and Valentin Ceccaldi in our new band Sonsale [pronounced \"son sal\" ].

The gig itself was great, but too short; it\'s made me think about how some music requires a certain length of time.

The material we\'d developed is the sort where I take my time. It\'s all too easy for me to narrow my eyes in joy and unleash line after line, but I found punctuating the music and allowing things to unfurl around me very liberating. The audience was fully engaged in the music, treating us warmly, talking to us afterwards and really loving the sound; and I feel totally encouraged about the next chapter!

26th Mar 13

Although the audience was small, had a great gig last night with Martin Archer\'s Engine Room Favourites! Really nice to hear a bit of Matthew Bourne and Seaming To\'s duo Billy Moon, and a bit of Andy Champion\'s ACV before leaving. The Highways Agency had plans to scupper @[Walt Shaw]\'s carefully planned route by shutting exits to the M6, so it was a long journey home. Some quiet reflection today; and some thinking around wordless love songs - ideas for solo work are flowing right now.

9th Jun 13

I had such fun in Birmingham! John Morris, Andy Maclean, Bunny... a proper family reunion. It's been far too long... but now focussing on tonight's performance with Lydia.

9th Jun 13

Beautifully clear video by Robert Laing from Splinter Jazz. The sound was great in the room and fantastic on this video. Andy and Ntshuks [who really should be recognised as a unique and masterful voice on the saxophone] are amazing on this.

7th Oct 13

Going to Marsden Jazz Festival? Then get some BATTERIES! Me, @[Andy Champion], @[Chris Sharkey] and @[Mark Sanders]: http://www.coreymwamba.co.uk/gig/batteries-1381604400

13th Oct 13

My shoulder is wrecked! But it was well worth it. The @[Marsden Jazz Festival] gig with Batteries was great, just great. I was given a lift to the venue by a complete stranger [thank you Sam!]; met up with @[Matthew Bourne] before his elegaic commission piece for synths and keyboards; was surprised by @[Walt Shaw], who'd come up to see the gig; and then played in a storming set with @[Andy Champion], @[Mark Sanders] and @[Chris Sharkey] to a full and listening audience! Also caught a bit of Laura Jurd's quintet set, with the singer Lauren Kinsella making an impact - fantastic voice and skill!

4th Nov 13

Sonsale [me, @[Andy Champion], Sylvain Darrifourcq, Valentin Ceccaldi] are in London: http://www.coreymwamba.co.uk/gig/sonsale-1385294400

13th Nov 13

Uni today, but but tomorrow: @[Andy Champion], @[Ntshuks Bonga] and I get together in a room. Extremely excited.

14th Nov 13

First time I met @[Mat Maneri] and @[Andy Champion] was through Jazz North East.

15th Nov 13

Wow. The session with @[Andy Champion] and @[Ntshuks Bonga] yesterday was monumental. So much great music was played...

3rd Dec 13

Lovely review of the Sonsale gig at The Sage [cc. @[Andy Champion], @[John Pope]]!

14th Mar 14

Sonsale [w. @[Andy Champion], Valentin Ceccaldi and Sylvain Darrifourcq] will be Jazz on 3 in a fortnight!

18th Mar 14

Yesterday there were two lovely albums released: one from Chris Sharkey, Andy Champion and Joost Hendricx...

6th Apr 14

Anyway: @[One Note Sunday] gave me the chance to hear some amazing things: like @[Andy Champion] and Dom Lash in a duo...

2nd Dec 15

New gig: Burt/Champion/Mwamba - http://www.coreymwamba.co.uk/gig/general-1391803200

14th May 16

New gig: Bonga/Champion/Mwamba - On The Outside 2016 - http://www.coreymwamba.co.uk/gig/bcm-1473019200

3rd Sep 16

Newcastle tomorrow! I get to see @[Andy Champion]'s and @[Ntshuks Bonga]'s happy faces!

4th Sep 16

Slaking while waiting for @[Andy Champion], @[Ntshuks Bonga], @[Zoe Gilby] and @[Paul Bream].

5th Sep 16

Storming gig with @[Andy Champion] and @[Ntshuks Bonga] last night!!

8th Sep 16

Nice review of the gig with @[Ntshuks Bonga] and @[Andy Champion]!

16th Oct 16

Nice review of the disc with @[Ntshuks Bonga] and @[Andy Champion], among others gems!

21st Mar 17

Nice review of the album with @[Ntshuks Bonga] and @[Andy Champion]!

21st Jul 17

Just seen the album with @[Ntshuks Bonga] and @[Andy Champion] is available to download!

21st Sep 17

Looking forward to @[Marsden Jazz Festival] with @[Andy Champion] in a couple of weeks!!

8th Oct 17

Had a great time playing with @[Ntshuks Bonga] and @[Andy Champion] yesterday: and a buzzing set by @[Zoe Gilby]!

26th Feb 18

This was a magical place. So many connections started there (Corn Wynter (RIP), @[Shabaka Hutchings], John Morris, Andy Hamilton, Nana Tsiboe). Please sign.

4th Jul 18

Reminiscing... @[Andy Champion]

3rd Feb 19

Printing of scores done!! Newcastle -- THE MIDLANDER IS COMING TO CELEBRATE THE NORTH! @[Andy Champion]/@[Laura Cole]/Johnny Hunter

4th Feb 19

Scorching gig in Newcastle @[Jazz North East] with nth (@[Andy Champion], @[Laura Cole], @[Johnny Hunter]) The tunes work! Thanks so much for coming if you did, it was emotional.

8th Feb 19

Lovely review of nth (@[Andy Champion], @[Laura Cole] and @[Johnny Hunter]) from Bebop Spoken Here!

25th Feb 19

Manchester today, with @[Laura Cole], @[Andy Champion] and @[Johnny Hunter]!

25th Mar 19

Dave Kane; Joshua Blackmore; Andy Champion; Johnny Hunter; Laura Cole; Walt Shaw; Rachel Musson; Jason Yarde; Martin Archer; Xhosa Cole; Martin Pyne; Tom Ward; Alya Al-Sultani; Zoe Champion; Gary Reader; Richard Belfitt -- thank you so much for your friendship and musicianship.

30th Mar 19

For those of you who couldn't make it, here's a video of NTH quartet (with @[Laura Cole], @[Andy Champion], @[Johnny Hunter]) from Saturday (thanks Makif)

5th Apr 19

Really sad to hear that John Hoo, that superlative drummer for Andy Hamilton, has passed away. I always loved playing with John, such powerful swing and joy. Love and condolences to his family.

15th Jun 19

Alive and kicking! Quick runnings to Newcastle to record NTH with @[Andy Champion], @[Laura Cole], and @[Johnny Hunter]. New additions to the book of fun...

16th Jun 19

First day down: smooth as butter! Shot of the studio with engineer John Martindale, @[Andy Champion], @[Laura Cole], and @[Johnny Hunter].

17th Jun 19

Well that was a fantastic couple of days! @[Andy Champion], @[Laura Cole], and @[Johnny Hunter] made my rabid scribbles alive and joyful. Deeply intense sessions.

30th Jul 19

TODAY -- NTH is out (w. @[Andy Champion], @[Laura Cole] & @[Johnny Hunter])! Buy direct from @[Discus Music] -- cheaper than Bandcamp, better support for the label! Really hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed making.

30th Jul 19

TODAY -- NTH is out (w. @[Andy Champion], @[Laura Cole] & @[Johnny Hunter])! Buy direct from @[Discus Music]!

16th Sep 19

You can buy NTH (w. @[Laura Cole], @[Andy Champion], and @[Johnny Hunter]) direct from @[Discus Music]!

7th Nov 19

Lovely review of NTH by Brian Morton in Wire! Might use this description for job interviews!

@[Laura Cole] @[Andy Champion] Johnny Hunter @[Discus Music]

3rd Feb 20

Thinking of @[Ntshuks Bonga] -- here with me and @[Andy Champion]