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The Gig Guide . . .


. . . courtesy, as usual, of Limpin' Jimmy and the Swingin' Kitten:


Hey there all you crazy Cats'n'Kittens,

This will be our last gig guide for a few weeks while we take a break. We would like to wish you all a safe and very Merry Christmas and a fabulous 2007! Hope it's filled with fun times, great music and good health!

Please note there will be no Newsletter released this week as Jim has had to fly to Scotland unexpectedly.


Here is this week's Gig Guide :-



WEDNESDAY 20th December


"MUSICIANS' CHRISTMAS PARTY"

NEW JAZZ CLUB ON WEDNESDAYS At The Wood Fire Cabaret Restaurant - Janos Horvath - Piano, Ken Roberts - Bass, Baz Kliche - Drums -
Double Bay Woodfire Cabaret Restaurant, 459 New South Head Road (Next to Woolworths) Double Bay
No Cover Charge - Music from 6.00pm till 11.00pm, with the Janos Horvath Trio playing music by George Gershwin, Cole Porter,Duke Ellington and many others with Guest Artist Weekly plus Jam Session

"We would like invite everyone who loves to play, sing or just wants to listen to our end of the year concert/party/jam from around 6 pm till 11 something. Although we are the resident band we will not mind if we do not have to play all night let's hope that we will hear many temporary bands forming on stage. Bring your family, friends and workmates, and let's party!!!"



THURSDAY 21st December


The Vipers Party Band - (Jump Blues) - Empire Hotel, corner of Parramatta Rd and Johnston St, Annandale - 8:30pm - Free entry



Jive Bombers - (Swing/Rock 'n' roll) - Parramatta RSL Club, Macquarie Street, Parramatta - 7pm to 11pm - Free entry



FRIDAY 22nd December


Wes Pudsey & the Sonic Aces - (Rockabilly) - Belmont 16ft Sailing Club - The Parade, Belmont - Free entry



Flaming Stars - (Rock 'n' roll) - Brighton Fisherman's Club, Bestic St Brighton-le-Sands - 8pm - Free entry



Unity Hall Jazz Band - (Jazz/Swing) - Unity Hall Hotel, 292 Darling St, Balmain - 9.30pm - Free entry



Jive Bombers - (Swing/Rock 'n' roll) - Wyong Leagues Club, Lakehaven Drive, Kanwal - 8:30pm to 12 - $10 entry



Jump to It - (Jump Blues) - Rose of Australia Hotel, Corner of George and Swanson Streets, Erskineville - 9pm - Free entry



James Morrison - (Jazz) - The Basement, 29 Reiby Place, Circular Quay



SATURDAY 23rd December


Backy Skank Christmas Party featuring Backy Skank (Ska) plus the Creepers (Rockabilly) plus Steppin Razor - Empire Hotel, corner of Parramatta Rd and Johnston St, Annandale - 8:30pm - $10 entry.



Flaming Stars - (Rock 'n' roll) - Demons Sports Club, Quinn Avenue, Seven Hills - Free entry



Switchblades - (Rock 'n' Roll) - Ashfield RSL, 374 Liverpool Rd, Ashfield - 8pm - Free entry



Jive Bombers - (Swing/Rock 'n' roll) - Five Dock RSL Club, 66 Great North Road, Five Dock - 8pm to 12 - Free entry



Spurs for Jesus (Cowpunk) and Chuck's Wagon (Alt. country) - Manly Fisho's, 270 Pittwater Road, Manly - 8pm - $10 entry



Cartwrights - (Country) - Bald Faced Stag, 345 Parramatta Road, Leichhardt - 9:30pm - Free entry



SUNDAY 24th December


Spurs for Jesus - (Cow punk)- Annandale Hotel, Corner of Nelson St and Parramatta Road, Annandale - 6:00pm - $12 entry



Flaming Stars - (Rock 'n' roll) - Eastern Suburbs Leagues Club, 97 Spring Street, Bondi Junction - Free entry



Unity Hall Jazz Band - (Jazz) - Unity Hall Hotel, 292 Darling Street, Balmain - 3:30pm to 6:30pm - Free entry



FRIDAY 29th December


Capitols with DJ Grizzly Adams - (Swing/Rock 'n' roll) - Ashfield RSL, 374 Liverpool Rd, Ashfield - 8pm - Free entry



Flaming Stars - (Rock 'n' roll) - Belmont 16ft Sailing Club - The Parade, Belmont - Free entry



Unity Hall Jazz Band - (Jazz/Swing) - Unity Hall Hotel, 292 Darling St, Balmain - 9.30pm - Free entry



SATURDAY 30th December


Rock Therapy with DJ Grizzly Adams - (Rockabilly) - Ashfield RSL, 374 Liverpool Rd, Ashfield - 8pm - Free entry



Yeehaa Boys - (Country Swing) - Towradgi Beach Hotel, 170 Pioneer Road, Towradgi - 8pm - $10 entry



Deadwood 76 - (Country) - Empire Hotel, corner of Parramatta Rd and Johnston St, Annandale - 8:30pm



SUNDAY 31st December


"Sounds of Seduction New Years Eve Jungle Spectacular" with Jay Katz and Miss Death - Marquee Club, 128 Pyrmont Bridge Road, Pyrmont - $20 entry



45RPM with DJ's including Sara, Nick, Wally, Keith, Ady, Dave, Marek, Max, Rudy, George'OO'Soul - (Ska/Mod/Soul/Garage/R'n'B) - HQ Hotel, 138 Parramatta Road, Camperdown - 8pm to late - $6 entry.



New Years Eve Party featuring Johnny Nicol (guitar), Kevin Hunt (piano), Bob Barnard (trumpet & vocals), Helen Fenton (vocals) and David Pudney (double bass) - (Jazz) -Double Bay Woodfire Cabaret Restaurant, 459 New South Head Road (Next to Woolworths) Double Bay

$129 includes a 4 course gourmet dinner - BOOKINGS essential: 02 9363 4567 or Email: cabaret@woodfire.com.au



"Night Creatures New Years Eve" featuring Casino Rumblers (Psychobilly), Crusaders, Crazy Legs Vermin, Jack Nasty Face, Bunt & Motorhank - Annandale Hotel, Corner of Nelson St and Parramatta Road, Annandale - $15 at the door



Flaming Stars - (Rock 'n' roll) - Eastern Suburbs Legion Club, 213 Bronte Rd, Waverly - Free entry



Jive Bombers - (Swing/Rock 'n' roll) - Lidcombe Catholic Club, 24 John St, Lidcombe - 9pm to 1:00am - Free entry



Juke Box Jive with DJ Grizzly Adams - (Rock 'n' roll) - Ashfield RSL, 374 Liverpool Rd, Ashfield - 8pm - Free entry



Jivetones - (Rock 'n' roll) - Burwood RSL Club, Burwood - 8.30pm - Free entry



ROCKABILLY DANCE WORKSHOPS FOR JANUARY


SUNDAY 14th January is our next Beginners Workshop

New Years Resolution No 1 - Learn to Dance Rockabilly Style

Ever been in a pub or club listening to Country, Hillbilly, Rockabilly or Jump Blues music and seen couples doing a great cool dance style. Chances are they will be dancing Rockabilly to this type of music. The dance suits itself to so many music styles, so if you want to learn Rockabilly or get back into the dance, here is your chance on Sunday 14th January with a great Beginners Workshop. Come on guys! Don't be shy. There are ladies looking for guys to dance with. We even have some experienced ladies who want to learn how to lead.

This workshop is designed for brand new beginners who would like to learn this very cool dance style or dancers who would like to refresh the basics.

Details are as follows:-

BEGINNERS DANCE WORKSHOP

Location: Swingtime Studio, Level 2, 108 Parramatta Rd, Camperdown (corner of Lyons Road)
Cost: $30 per person
Date: Sunday 14th January
Time: 3pm to 6pm
Register: Margie on 0410 668 995 by Friday 12th January or email on swinginkitten@primusonline.com.au
Deposit: No deposit required – pay in full on the day
Enquiries: Margie 0410 668 995 or swinginkitten@primusonline.com.au


Beginners Refresher Workshop - Sunday 28th January at 1pm

In response to numerous requests, we now hold a Beginners Refresher Rockabilly Workshop just prior to the Intermediate Workshop. You can do this independently of the Intermediate Workshop or you can do this as a warm-up and confidence booster before you join the Intermediate group later in the afternoon.

Location: Swingtime Studio, Level 2, 108 Parramatta Rd, Camperdown (corner of Lyons Road)
Cost: $15 per person
Date: Sunday 28th January
Time: 1pm to 2.30pm
Register: Call Margie on 0410 668 995 by Friday 26th January or email on swinginkitten@primusonline.com.au
Deposit: No deposit required – pay in full on the day
Enquiries: Margie 0410 668 995 or swinginkitten@primusonline.com.au


Intermediate Rockabilly Workshop - Sunday 28th January at 3pm

The workshop will be a 2 hour session which is designed to improve your dancing as well as learning new dance moves. And of course have fun.

Remember, if you are more comfortable dancing with your own partner, you are welcome to come as a couple and stay together or come by yourself and join the rotating circle, where you will get a chance to practice with a number of different partners. Are there any ladies out there who are interested in improving their leading and learning some new moves? Here is your chance.

This workshop is for dancers who have at least satisfactorily completed our Beginners Workshop or experienced dancers who would like to improve their style or learn more moves and we would not be able to accomodate inexperienced dancers.

Details are as follows:-

INTERMEDIATE DANCE WORKSHOP

Location: Swingtime Studio, Level 2, 108 Parramatta Rd, Camperdown (corner of Lyons Road)
Cost: $25 per person
Date: Sunday 28th January
Time: 3pm to 5pm
Register: Call Margie on 0410 668 995 by Friday 26th January or email on swinginkitten@primusonline.com.au
Deposit: No deposit required – pay in full on the day
Enquiries: Margie 0410 668 995 or swinginkitten@primusonline.com.au



REGULAR EVENTS


The Swing Lounge - Every Wednesday night from 7.30pm till 9pm on 89.7FM Eastside Radio hosted for the month of December by yours truly Limpin' Jimmy and the Swingin' Kitten. Throw yourself into an armchair, grab a drink and let us take you on a wild trip of old and new Swing music.



Limpin' Jimmy and The Swingin' Kitten DJ Services - Always remember folks, if you have an event coming up and you would like to make it one to remember, contact Limpin' Jimmy and The Swingin' Kitten for information about our DJ Services. We have a huge range of music and can tailor any event to your needs. We have added popular dance music of the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s as, when we are playing at weddings and engagement parties where there is usually a mixed crowd, the requirements usually go beyond 40's or 50's Swing, Jazz, Lounge and Rockabilly. We expand our music collection as we go. Try us!

Contact Margie by Email on swinginkitten@primusonline.com.au or to 0410 668 995.



Whilst we try to cover main items of interest, don't forget, if you want a comprehensive list of what's on or coming up, check out the Swing Gig Guide at http://calendar.yahoo.com/swingsydney for Swing events. Or check out the Swamp Shack with Pedro Manoy or Blow in Drum Media each week. You can also visit the Sydney Jazz Club Calendar at http://www.corporatenews.com.au/jazz/sydney_gig_guide.html and Blues at www.sydneyblues.org . They are full of great information on what's on around town with Big Bands, Jazz and Blues outfits. Check out the Gigs2ya website at http://www.gigscene.com.au . We have been listening recently to another community radio station, 2NSB up in Chatswood and they have a great website with a good gig guide you can check out at http://www.2nsb.org.au/gigs.php

Whilst the information we bring you is believed to correct at the time of posting, we regret we cannot be held responsible for any last minute band or venue changes to gigs.

Lotsa love to you all, Limpin' Jimmy and The Swingin' Kitten