The Fabulous Baker(y) Boys

It was great to welcome back Ted Taylor and Martin Veasey, together of course with Peter Carlton and Martin Emeny, last Sunday. And considering what an 'orrible cold night it was, it was great to see so many of you there too. Thank you for supporting us.

The music was relaxed and easy. Teds trumpet lead, as I listened to the recordings on Monday, was immaculate, tasteful and swinging. And of course he was superbly backed up by Peter and Martin. We played the classic small band swing numbers and (at least from inside the rhythm section) we felt it was chugging along a treat. We hadn't seen Peter C for several months either, and it was a pleasure to back him, especially on the feature numbers he played.

Thanks too to John Ripper who sat in for a few on baritone sax. John was perhaps surprised to find himself immortalised on Volume 1 of our "Best Of" CD, but he shouldn't be, as his big sound made a significant contribution to several of last year's sessions.

We hope as many people as possible will support Jazz Express (featuring Ted and Martin of course) at their new (and experimental) venue, the Bakery Inn at Malvern Link. If we can pack it out for them on their first night, Sunday 8th Feb, no doubt the boss there will firm up the arrangement. Do your bit to keep music live!!