Since the beginning of the year we have been running with our new, earlier start time. Music now begins at 8pm. As always, doors will be open earlier for admission. The organisation of the evening is unchanged, with two 60 minute sets divided by a 30 minute break. Music ends at 10.30pm. Generally the response has been good from audience and musicians alike.

In case you are unaware, we have decided to reduce the overall number of gigs we present during the year, but still maintain a weekly club. In 2011 there will be two series of weekly Wednesday concerts. The first will be the “Spring Collection” from February through to the end of May. The second will be the “Autumn Collection” from August to mid December. By offering fewer gigs in the year and longer breaks, we hope to boost average attendances. The new structure will still enable us to present the wide variety of jazz styles which have been the hallmark of Lakeside Jazz.

We have recently been given a significant number of jazz CDs and LPs which were special to DJS members who are sadly no longer with us. By making these available for a few pounds at the Wednesday gigs our Club has raised a useful sum of money. Passing on some well-loved music to like-minded jazz fans and supporting a Club where good times have been shared can only be a very fitting way to redistribute some prized possessions.

Neatly following the last item, why wait for the catastrophic event? You can sort out your jazz jumble for us right now! DJS will be at the “Stately Car Boot Sale” at Houghton Hall on 30 April 2011, selling our Club CD and raising our profile generally. If you have jazz CDs, LPs, magazines, books, or jazz-associated bric-a-brac that you would be prepared to donate, just let us know. Contact details are below and Fred, John or Richard can arrange collection. Lord Cholmondeley (the big boss at Houghton) is an active jazz fan, so perhaps we can flog him some stuff.

The Midland Youth Jazz Orchestra concert takes place on 20 April, see overleaf. Tickets are £16 and are on sale now at Wednesday gigs or by post from Jean Webbing, John Clark or Richard Nelson (addresses below). Cheques payable to Dereham Jazz Society and please include a stamped addressed envelope. Last year we sold out, so be quick!

13 April – Good Vibes

Last spring Roger Beaujolais played one of the most delightfully satisfying gigs at Lakeside and this is the first opportunity to repeat the pleasure. The vibraphone is capable of great tonal variety, from tinkling icicles to a warm, pulsating cloud of sound and Roger will deploy it all with consummate skill and delicacy. You will enjoy his arrangements of well-known standards as well as the distinctive Beaujolais originals all delivered in an entertaining, agile, fresh and inventive playing style.

Roger Beaujolais, vibraphone; Chris Ingham, piano; Ivars Gallenieks, double bass; Russ Morgan, drums

Admission £10, 8pm start

20 April – Especially for Big Band fans, the

Do you want to be made to laugh out loud with delight and amazement? Then don’t miss MYJO. The Midland Youth Jazz Orchestra is recognised as one of the UK’s top big bands with a reputation founded on its high quality performances over two decades. Audiences can’t help but be infected by the enjoyment exhibited by the young musicians and the excitement the band generates. Their repertoire is intentionally very broad and covers virtually the whole period of big band music. At the same time as making his students aware of their musical heritage, Music Director, John Ruddick is developing a more contemporary emphasis to the band’s performance, seeking a balance between good ensemble playing and exciting solos. We sold every ticket for their last visit to Lakeside – get yours NOW!

Admission by ticket only £16, 8pm start

27 April – Top trumpeter and jazz vocalist

Get ready for a highly entertaining evening of stan- dards and foot-tapping jazz. Enrico Tomasso started playing the trumpet at the age of five. His biggest inspiration was Louis Armstrong, whom he met and performed for in the 60s, leading to a friendship lasting until Louis’ death. Rico is one of Britain’s brightest and most versatile jazz stars. He played with the Pasadena Roof Orchestra, had a long stint with Ray Gelato, plays trumpet for Acker Bilk and has made several appearances at The Norwich Jazz Party.

Enrico Tomasso, trumpet; Chris Ingham, piano; Ivars Gallenieks, double bass; Russ Morgan, drums

Admission £10, 8pm start

4 May – Swing and sophistication

This sextet brings together some of the best jazz artists on our local scene. Playing melodic and enter- taining jazz guitar, Jasper Smith has performed for us on many occasions. It is on his recommendation that we are renewing our acquaintance with the young vocalist Laura White. Laura has developed into a very special jazz singer, with a string of excellent reviews.

Laura White, vocals; Jasper Smith, guitar; Simon Brown, piano; Ivars Galenieks, double bass, Colin Brady, drums

Admission £10, 8pm start

11 May – Mainstream standards and swing

Al is one of the most swinging tenor sax players in the country. As well as club appearances, he is very busy with his own popular mainstream band Blue Harlem. Jeff is a London based trombonist and vocalist whose playing has taken him all over the world. These two musicians are ambassadors for tuneful, foot-tapping jazz and make regular and highly acclaimed club appearances all over the UK.

Al Nicholls, tenor sax; Jeff Williams, trombone; Chris Cooper, piano; Bernie Hodgkins, bass; Bob Doré, drums

Admission £10, 8pm start

18 May – Great music and entertainment

Simon Nelson’s DixieMix has developed into the best traditional band for miles around. Tonight, to the delight of their regular supporters, they are back on their home ground. Simon says: ‘the band just gets tighter and tighter. We’ve added loads of new material to the repertoire and we look forward to playing it for you’.

Simon Nelson, cornet; Chris Wigley, trombone; Pete Oxborough, reeds; Kevin West guitar and banjo; John Benson, bass; Tony Wilkins, drums

Admission £10, 8pm start

25 May – Back by popular demand

Led by saxophonist, Julian Landymore, this exciting 17-piece big band is made up of the best jazz musicians from the Cambridge and Peterborough areas. The 78 RPM band has had great success in the BBC Big Band Competition, where Julian was also a winner of the Marty Paich Arranger’s Award. The music features the best charts from all eras of the big band and boy, does it swing! Come early for the best seats.

Admission £10, 8pm start

Richard Nelson – Publicity Tel 01362 696741
Woodforde Lodge, Union Drift, Dereham, NR20 3AZ
e-mail: [email protected]

Fred Webbing – Booking Tel 01328 863511
Jean Webbing – Treasurer and membership
5 Chappel Hill, Fakenham, Norfolk NR21 9HW
e-mail: [email protected]

John Clark – CD Sales Tel 01328 820179
Hazel Cottage, Station Road, Little Walsingham, Norfolk, NR22 6DG
e-mail: [email protected]

Doors always open. Music 8.00 until 10.30pm Bar and Meal Facilities available. No membership needed, ample parking. Pay at the door unless otherwise advertised.