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| Colin Kingwell's Jazz Bandits |
 The Jazz Bandits have been led by trombonist Colin Kingwell since 1956
and in the "Trad Boom" won awards playing in the classic style. Over
the years, however, they have developed a purer New Orleans style and
can boast of one, if not the best rhythm section anywhere. Drummer,
Malc Murphy, is well known playing with many bands, including, of
course, Ken Colyer''s Jazzmen from 1966-1971. Since then Malc has played
under his own name and in numerous bands across Europe and in New
Orleans. His unique style is much in demand, mixing the rhythms of
Zutty Singleton, Baby Dodds, Joe Watkins, this reinforced by a great
range of vocals. He joined the band in February 1991. Terry Knight is
as legendary for his swinging and accurate Pops Foster type bass
playing. Concerts with Louis Armstrong, recording and tours with
George Lewis, Sammy Rimington, Kid Thomas and many other greats are few
of his notable achievements. He joined the band in October 1987.
Completing the rhythm section is Doug Kennedy, doubling in best
tradition on tenor banjo and guitar. He is a musicians'' rhythm and,
the relaxed and steady chord playing controlling exciting rhythms and
proving the optimum link for the front line. Doug is the longest
serving member, joining in March 1973. Dave Clennel on trumpet is
noticeably a Red Allen man. He plays a very exciting lead plus a
variety of vocals. He joined the band in January 1988. Powerhouse
clarinet and alto sax player is Rod Chambers who led his own band, the
Louisiana Joymakers, for a number of years. He is the latest member,
joining in February 1994. Colin Kingwell has been described as having
a "singing style" on trombone. In this early years he played tuba with
Mick Mulligan''s Magnolia Jazzband then formed the Brent Valley Jazzband
with Pat Halcox, before moving to the trombone chair in Steve Lane''s,
Southern Stompers. |
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