Sara Schwabe: Tennessee Sheiks CD Release Party
The Laurel Theatre becomes the Hot Club of Knoxville this Friday night as it swings to the sounds of gypsy jazz band, the Tennessee Sheiks, as they celebrate the release of their self-titled album.
Django ReinhardtThis local musical caravan takes their inspiration from the legendary and distinctive French guitarist Django Reinhardt. The Tennessee Sheiks infuse standards, as well as original pieces, with sophisticated rhythms and dazzling melodies that hearken to another time. The instrumental numbers, as well as those graced by the nimble vocals of Ms. Nancy Brennan Strange, are lively & acoustic in nature and bring to mind the soundtrack from The Triplets of Belleville.
The Triplets of Belleville-2003
(WARNING! History Lesson Approaching!) The sound of "gypsy jazz" evolved out of many musical styles, being that its "originators" were European nomadic people who encountered all types of music on their journeys. You can hear a little bit of French folk, Klezmer and a touch of Spanish in this unique style of jazz. It became wildly popular in Europe, as well as in the States, during the 1930s when the Hot Club of France, featuring Django Reinhardt and violinist Stephane Grappelli, was all the rage. (Whew...lesson over!)
All veteran musicians, the members of the Tennessee Sheiks find that their own diverse musical backgrounds only add to the rich flavor of their music. Incorporating several guitars, banjo, mandolin, dobro, percussion and vocals, the band's acoustic sound is lush and vibrant--and great for dancing, says Nancy, so be sure to bring your dancin' shoes (partners not necessary)!
The swinging soiree gets underway at 8pm this Friday night at the Laurel Theatre. Special guests that night include, Steve Horton, Dirk Weddington, Marcus Shirley, Ken Wood and Doc Cullis.
While you're there, be sure to pick up a brand new CD by Knoxville's favorite gypsies!
Random gypsy kids
Comments
This new record is amazing
Posted by: Ken | December 29, 2006 12:26 AM