JONNY HEPBIR GYPSY JAZZ GUITARIST will be the guest of the Sephora Gypsy Jazz Quartet at the Creative Innovation Centre in Taunton, Somerset on Friday 26th July 2024.
'The hot acoustic swing of ‘Sephora’ captures the vibrant sound of 1930’s Paris. Their performance gives a rich and nostalgic experience, which includes Eastern European influences without ever losing the gypsy footprint of guitarist Django Reinhardt and the violin of Stephane Grappelli.'
About the Quartet
The brilliant Gypsy Jazz guitarist Jonny Hepbir has played with many of the great names in Gypsy Jazz today, including Bireli Lagrene, Lulu Reinhardt, Stochelo Rosenberg, Paulus Schäfer, Feigeli Prisor, Angelo Debarre, Rino van Hooijdonk and countless other fantastic players. That’s why its not surprise that his 30 years in the industry has made him Gypsy Jazz royalty, with Paul McCartney stating to Jonny, ‘you're good, very good”.
Violinist, Gina Griffen, is well known on the Bristol music scene. She has worked as a professional musician for over twenty years and is best known for her amazing improvisational violin/singing style and performances with the Bristol band The Schmoozenbergs.
Rhythm guitarist, Dave Lunniss, possesses a vast knowledge of gypsy jazz. His festival performances in the UK, Ireland, Silkeborg, Denmark together with appearances in The Savoy Hotel with ‘Le Jazz’ and at London’s Barbican, with ‘Swing 39’.
Bass player, Ron Phelan, originally from Dublin is in constant demand from the best musicians and performers touring the country. Together with Gina they provided backing music for the touring ‘No Fit State Circus’.
Speaking of Somerset, here's a short video clip from the JONNY HEPBIR TRIO concert in April at Bridgwater Arts Centre.
The sparks were flying that night! It was great with Pete on accordion, as rhythmically it gave the fast tunes a crazy gumbo type feel. Really good fun playing with the guys both here and in Bath the day after.
PUBLIC GIGS THIS WEEK
Tomorrow Wednesday 19th June from 7pm I'll be back in the stunning grounds of Godinton House and Gardens with METRO VIPERS for another 'Jazz In The Garden' event.
This is for a fantastic cause as usual, The Samaritans.
The weather's been great for the last few years and everyone brings a hamper, chills out to us and by coming along it gives much appreciated support to this amazing charity.
Click on the link HERE for tickets and details.
On Sunday 23rd June from 3pm I'll be playing a couple of sets of pumping Gypsy Jazz at the lovely Sawyers located at 169 Bridge Street, Wye near Ashford in Kent.
Are you looking for fabulous Swing Jazz music with a vintage vibe for a Public or Private Event in Kent, Sussex, London or further afield?
The JONNY HEPBIR GYPSY JAZZ AND SWING JAZZ BAND are the perfect choice!
I have great line-ups available to hire for every type of Event imaginable.
With years of experience and excellent testimonials from clients such as Sir Paul McCartney and Kool & The Gang, you can be assured of a high-quality performance and first-rate professionalism for your Event.
Check out the Jonny Hepbir Duo, Trio, Quartet & Quintet options HERE
We can offer fully instrumental or vocal-led band line-ups and tailor the instruments to your ideal sound.
There is also the option to play fully acoustic if your venue has noise-restrictions.
For all enquiries please email:
info@jonnyhepbir.co.uk or call 07712 332 967.
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