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Derry tunes up for jazz
26.03.10
THE countdown to
Derry's biggest annual musical festival began this
week with the official launch of the city's Jazz and
Big Band Festival 2010.
The popular music festival will take place over the
May Day Holiday weekend from Thursday, April 29 to
Monday, May 3.
Derry Mayor, Cllr Paul Fleming said the 2010
festival looked set to be the best yet.
“Every year we see the city build on the success of
this internationally renowned festival. The
reputation of the festival has become so strong that
we are now able to attract world famous artists
while encouraging our own home grown talent," said
Cllr Fleming. |
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A packed programme will
see more than 75 venues hosting over 300 musicians
in the city for Northern Ireland’s 'event of the
year' as awarded by the Northern Ireland Tourist
Board.
The headline act will be legendary ex-Rolling Stone
bassman Bill Wyman and his Rhythm Kings including
the vocals of Georgie Fame. Renowned for their
fantastic live performances Bill Wyman |
and his Rhythm Kings
are making their only appearance in Ireland this
year at The City of Derry Jazz and Big Band
Festival.
Other acts to look out for are Slovakian born child
prodigy, Andreas Varady, a 12-year-old virtuoso jazz
guitarist.
Edinburgh jazz legend, Tommy Smyth, US sensation
Mirenda Rosenberg and her band as well as a large
number of local and national artists will also
feature on the packed bill.
Diageo spokesperson, Rory Sheridan, said the company
was delighted once again to be involved in the City
of Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival. “The Festival
is so successful and has such a wonderful reputation
that we are always proud to be a part of it. The
Guinness Free Jazz Trail is now established as an
essential part of the festival bringing great
musicians and fantastic music to venues in Derry for
free.” For more information visit
www.cityofderryjazzfestival.com . |
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