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LATEST NEWS
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20,000 hits and counting!
If you haven't already done so, key in "big band jazz" or "Pete Cater" into the search facility on YouTube. Amongst the top hits will be some classic footage of Pete and the band, spanning the years from 1999 to 2007. The video of "The Way I Feel" has just passed 20,000 plays as of today (21/6/08) and is becoming increasingly popular in Japan.
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Unreleased track
Have a look at Pete's MySpace page at www.myspace.com/petecater for a track that has never been commercially available.
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Breaking News
Plans are afoot to record the band "live" for the next CD release. The content of the next record is going to be inspired by last October's unforgettable show at Cadogan Hall. (What do you mean you weren't there?) Also we are in the early stages of negotiation with an American record label. More news as it happens!
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Allan Ganley
Everybody on the British jazz scene was saddened by the recent passing of Allan Ganley and we extend our condolences to his widow June, and daughter Allison. Allan was a regular source of encouragement to Pete when he was young, and Pete is honoured to be taking Allan's place with The Great British Jazz Band. Upcoming concert dates are listed below.
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"The World's Greatest Drummer"
Saturday November 15th
was the title of a knockout drums/big band show in Lichfield last year, in which Pete appeared alongside Ian Paice, Steve White, Ian Palmer and others. This year the show moves to the newly renovated Birmingham Town Hall and Pete will be appearing again, as well as directing the "house" big band which will feature one or two rather familiar faces.
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"The Man From Planet Jazz"
Monday March 16th 2009
The stage is set for a rerun of last year's fabulous tribute to Buddy Rich. Pete has tracked down much more music from the Rich repertoire so expect a few changes from last time in addition to all the "hits" that couldn't possibly be omitted. Cadogan Hall hosts the show once again and tickets will be on sale shortly. www.cadoganhall.com
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Also in the pipeline is an instructional DVD for drummers covering technique, creativity and improvisation. Pete plans to share some of his unique concepts and approaches in what promises to be an educational and entertaining experience. Once again watch this space!
Gigs:
LIVE EVENTS
July 6th: The Great British Jazz Band, Chichester Festival Theatre
July 9th: The Great British Jazz Band, Concorde Club, Eastleigh
July 22nd: Paul Jones & Digby Fairweather, Boisdales, London SW1
July 27th: The Great British Jazz Band, The Mill, Sonning
NOTE: all gigs listed on this page are open to the general public. Whilst in most circumstances we are unable to supply tickets we are always happy to pass on all the necessary information. Also, just because there may only be a few gigs listed for any given month don't be under the misapprehension that Pete is at home starving, we only list the stuff that we think you'll find of interest! Mind you, having said that, spontaneous and unsolicited donations of large quantities of money are not objected to. Send them to the usual place!
check frequently for any additions/alterations.
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RECORDINGS:
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for more information regarding any of this stuff, mail to mail@petecaterbigband.com