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Daniel Smith - Jazz Bassoonist

  • 08-08-2007 10:24am
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    Jazz Eddie
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    Daniel Smith Bassoonist – Classical Performer and Superb Jazz Crossover Artist.

    The Man
    Daniel is a major pioneer of the Bassoon with his many critically acclaimed award-winning recordings and live performances. As the most recorded bassoon soloist in the world, his repertoire spans music ranging from Baroque concerti to contemporary music including jazz, ragtime and crossover. He is the only bassoonist performing and recording in both the jazz and classical fields. Daniel Smith's unique career has been profiled in Gramophone, the New York Times, Fanfare, Classical Music, Musical Heritage Review, American Record Guide, Classic CD and many leading European publications including The Times. In the UK, one of his recordings was the 'signature tune' for BBC Radio 3 while BBC Radio 4 recently showcased his career.
    Daniel Smith's performances include jazz with his quartet ‘Swinging Bassoon’ and 'Bassoon and Beyond', Classical recitals with piano, Concertos with Orchestra, and highly popular programs divided between classical and jazz, with music ranging from Vivaldi, Elgar, Mozart and Verdi to Duke Ellington, John Coltrane, Charlie Parker, Sonny Rollins and Dizzy Gillespie. Described as a 'phenomenon', he has been called the 'Gerry Mulligan of the Bassoon' in the world of jazz and the 'Galway' and 'Rampal of the Bassoon' in the world of classical music, bringing his unique sound and style to Concert series, Festivals and Jazz Clubs.
    The Music
    His historic and unprecedented 6 CD set on ASV of the complete 37 Vivaldi bassoon concertos was chosen as 'Best Concerto Recording of the Year' by the Music Industry Association and awarded the Penguin Guide's coveted *** rosette rating as well as inclusion in Fanfare's annual 'Want List'. These concertos, recorded with The English Chamber Orchestra and I Solisti di Zagreb, firmly established Daniel Smith as a leading soloist on his instrument. His recordings with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and Caravaggio Ensemble for the ASV White Line label produced innovate crossover albums, with unique renditions of ragtime pieces, opera excerpts, and popular standards. In the world of jazz, his albums on the Zah Zah label, 'BEBOP BASSOON' and 'THE SWINGING BASSOON' showcase the music of Charlie Parker, Thelonious Monk, Sonny Rollins, Horace Silver, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Dizzy Gillespie and many other legendary jazz artists.
    In 2005, legendary composer/arranger ROBERT FARNON dedicated his final composition to Daniel Smith. Entitled 'Romancing the Phoenix', this three movement bassoon concerto for solo amplified bassoon with rhythm section and full symphony orchestra in a jazz oriented style with symphonic overtones was written specifically with Daniel in mind. Warner Chappell recently published the score and parts with Robert Farnon's dedication to 'The American virtuoso Daniel Smith' on the title page. UK and World-wide Premieres of this exciting and innovative piece by one of the 20th Century's greatest composer/arrangers will be announced shortly.
    Accompaniment
    Daniel is ably supported by his Quartet or can provide full arrangements in support of your eminent Symphony Orchestra’s for performances of a more varied and fuller sound for large capacity Venues or Festivals subject to the available budget.
    Availability and Costs
    Daniel commands a reasonable fee for 2 x 1 hour sets - subject to location - this sum may vary if there is need for overnight accommodation. Your booking will be an investment and inevitably result in public demand for his urgent return to your Venue or Festival.
    Media
    Daniel has a number of CD’s on offer and is presently busy composing and producing for more. Assistance is offered with poster design and publicity subject to venue location. Press and Website support is guaranteed.
    Requirements
    Daniel’s needs for a great performance are simple - just quality mic’s arranged strategically to capture the supporting Instruments and Stage announcements. Professional Sound Engineering support is available if required. More information on these matters are available on consultation.
    Contact
    Email reply for bookings, further discourse, and availability – wee-skirl@mcjazz.f2s.com
    Tel 01844 353117 - during am, evenings or leave messages. Or 0788 656 2133 - daytime.


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