Finally once again Hank Marvin Gypsy Jazz is back. 2022 at the Western Australian Guitar Festival The post Hank Marvin Gypsy Jazz in Concert 2022 appeared first on Hank Marvin Gypsy Jazz ..read more

If you would like to see more recent video and photos of the Hank Marvin Gypsy Jazz group there are two places to visit. The first being the YouTube channel of Steve Hilliar Concert Photography at this link: Steve’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe0-KJ4PzvBtlKy0RPJNELQ/videos PLUS some great photos at www.stevehilliar.com The post More Great Gypsy Jazz Video appeared first on Hank Marvin Gypsy Jazz ..read more

The 30th Anniversary will be held at the Navy Club in Fremantle, WA on 7th July. This will be an outstanding concert to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of JGSWA. Among the guitarists are: Ray Walker, Simon Jeans, Garry Lee’s Jazz Guitar Ensemble, Len Williams and Ian McGregor. They will be backed by consummate professionals Pete Jeavons on bass, and Daniel Susnjar on drums. And of course Hank Marvin Gypsy Jazz, featuring Hank Marvin, Nunzio Mondia, Gary Taylor with Pete Jeavons. No table bookings are available, so tickets can be purchased on the door. The post July 7th Concert at Fremantle WA a ..read more

Here we go everyone, what you have been waiting for. We have another concert with Hank Marvin Gypsy Jazz scheduled in March 2019. This will take place at the sensational Drakesbrook Fine Wines Winery, Waroona March 2nd and 3rd 2019 in Western Australia. This will be a wonderful event, a full Gypsy Jazz Festival featuring many international artists. Tickets are on sale now at Tickets now available from Ticketbooth at: https://events.ticketbooth.com.au/event/the-gypsy-jazz-festival-with-hank-marvin-gypsy-jazz The post Hank Marvin Concerts 2019 appeared first on Hank Marvin Gypsy Jazz ..read more

Music is powerful, it is a universal language that crosses all type of barriers. Every culture celebrates life with music. One of the best ways to express yourself is to make your own music. There is something so empowering about picking up a guitar and getting off a few chords whether alone or with band mates. Purchasing your first guitar can change your life! Learning to play the guitar will free you to truly express yourself. Many people think that the true power of the guitar lies with the electric guitar, but the reality is, the acoustic guitar is where the real power lies. The Power of P ..read more

Percussion instruments and jazz are no strangers to one another. Musicians have been adding percussion elements – beyond drum set – to jazz for decades now. This might pose the question of how a percussionist should approach doing this. There are many things to consider here: rhythmic feel, dynamics, orchestration/instrumentation, etc. Keep in mind that for the purposes of this article, we will not be discussing pitched percussion. There is a world of information involving that particular subject and we will not really be discussing the inner-workings of harmony. Here, we will discuss some bas ..read more

Hank Marvin and his Gypsy Jazz Ensemble played a fantastic rendition of the old Shadows tune Guitar Tango at their final concert in New Zealand 2015. This was performed at the beautiful Maidment Theater at the Auckland University. Steve Hilliar, along with Nunzio Mondia (manager of the group) organized this tour of New Zealand and numerous photos with some video clips were taken and recorded by various people. Steve Hilliar a long time music enthusiast and photographer set up his Sony A7R2 on a tripod at the side of the stage and recorded this specific clip of Guitar Tango. You can view it her ..read more

We’re excited to announce Hank’s latest album ‘Without A Word’ it has been released on CD, Vinyl and digital. Featuring 14 new recordings, including some well known tunes. This was recorded and produced in his own studio in Perth Western Australia. The track list as follows: 1. Don’t Get Around Much Anymore 2. Michelle 3. Alfie 4. Theme From ‘Poirot’ 5. Are You Lonesome Tonight 6. Russian Doll 7. Peter Gunn/Baby Elephant Walk 8. Moon River 9. Doctor Who Theme 10. What A Wonderful World 11. Cry Me A River 12. The Fool On The Hill 13. America 14. Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow It’s available t ..read more

We are grateful to receive our first honour for 2017. The Best Jazz blogs from thousands of top Jazz blogs indexed by Google using search and social metrics.   Top 50 Jazz Blogs & Websites For Jazz Musicians, Teachers & Students These blogs are ranked based on following criteria Google reputation and Google search ranking Influence and popularity on Facebook, twitter and other social media sites Quality and consistency of posts. Feedspot’s editorial team and expert review The post Best Blog Award 2017 appeared first on Hank Marvin Gypsy Jazz ..read more

November 20th 2016 was the 12 month anniversary of the Hank Marvin Gypsy Jazz concert at the Maidment Theatre in Auckland New Zealand. Since that time it is very sad to report this wonderful theatre has now closed. More than likely it will be a permanent closure due to the fact it would require a major upgrade to bring it to a suitable level of safety in the event of an earthquake. This happened just prior to Christmas 2015 only a few weeks after Hank Marvin Gypsy Jazz group played at this stunning theatre. Below is a report from the New Zealand Herald outlining the details. One of Auckland’s ..read more