Smooth Groove Productions Blog: Jazz in The Georgian, June 22, 2013

My good friend jazz pianist John Hansen was on hand Saturday night, June 22 at The Fairmont Olympic Hotel for another groovy spirited session of hearty jazz music. Playing with John is an earnest no-nonsense approach in playing straight ahead jazz music. This night was no exception. We had another enjoyable time playing many tunes and standards. Here are a couple videos from the gig.

Here is a classic Duke Ellington ballad called Prelude To A Kiss.

Prelude To A Kiss

We played a blues tune called Billie's Bounce by the legendary alto saxophonist genius and pioneer of bebop Charlie Parker. The way we played the rendition of this tune is what is called a second line feel. Second line is a distinctly funky syncopated New Orleans style rhythm that emanates from the French Quarter district of this historic city where jazz was birthed. Check out John getting down on this funky southern style jam.

Billie's Bounce

John Hansen will be back again for Jazz in The Georgian on Friday, July 12 at The Fairmont Olympic Hotel. Don't miss out on some great jazz music and wonderful cuisine at The Georgian.

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Jazz in The Georgian every Friday and Saturday nights, 6pm-10pm at The Fairmont Olympic Hotel, 411 University Street, Seattle, Washington 98101, 206-621-7889.