Calamity Jazz

Biography

Calamity Jazz is a French jazz ensemble that emerged in the 1990s, performing traditional and contemporary jazz styles. Based on available documentation, the group performed at venues in the Vélizy region of France and was active during the 1990s. The ensemble specialized in classic jazz repertoire, drawing from the American jazz tradition while maintaining a European sensibility. The group's lineup included musicians proficient in traditional jazz instrumentation including trumpet, trombone, clarinet, saxophone, banjo, and tuba, reflecting their commitment to preserving and performing jazz standards and early jazz compositions.

Fun Facts

• Calamity Jazz performed at venues in Vélizy, France, demonstrating the presence of traditional jazz ensembles in European jazz scenes during the 1990s.
• The ensemble's instrumentation included washboard, reflecting their embrace of both traditional and unconventional jazz instruments.
• One of their documented performances featured the composition 'When Erastus Plays His Old Kazoo,' showcasing their playful approach to jazz standards.

Musical Connections

Key Collaborators

• Daniel Gay - Trumpet player in Calamity Jazz ensemble (Calamity Jazz performances) [1990s]
• Gilbert 'Philo' Baqué - Trombonist in Calamity Jazz ensemble (Calamity Jazz performances including 'When Erastus Plays His Old Kazoo') [1990s]
• Jean-Louis Laclavère - Clarinetist and saxophonist in Calamity Jazz ensemble (Calamity Jazz performances) [1990s]
• Michel Laffitte - Musician in Calamity Jazz ensemble (Calamity Jazz performances) [1990s]
• Suzanne Barthes - Washboard player in Calamity Jazz ensemble ('Saratoga Shout' and other Calamity Jazz performances) [1990s]
• Patrice Ceccon - Banjo player in Calamity Jazz ensemble (Calamity Jazz performances) [1990s]
• Gérard Gervois - Tuba player in Calamity Jazz ensemble (Calamity Jazz performances) [1990s]

External Links

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