Blamey Street Big Band - Swings Disney
Event description
Following sell out shows featuring big band swing versions of James Bond tunes then the hits of The Beatles, the Blamey Street Big Band will present its latest offering – a concert showcasing swinging interpretations of many of the hits associated with Walt Disney. To celebrate the 2023 centenary of the Disney organisation the band will return to the Harmonie German Club on Friday 1 June at 7.30pm to play a wide selection of tunes immortalised in Disney films and stage shows – all with the Disney trademark of utilizing fantastic music to bring joy and wonder into the hearts of young and old alike.
For this special concert the Blamey Street band will be led by the dynamic and vibrant Natalie Dajski, also the Deputy Music Director of the Royal Military College Band. Canberra’s leading jazz vocalist Leisa Keen will again front the band with her wonderful voice and alluring ability to interpret and deliver songs of all moods and styles in the most glorious fashion. Leisa has also displayed her considerable music arranging skills to add her own magic touch to an array of Disney tunes which will doubtlessly have Walt Disney himself busting with pride as he listens from the Heavens.
‘When You Wish Upon A Star’, ‘Beauty and the Beast’ and ‘Perfect World’ will feature alongside ‘I Just Can’t Wait to be King’, ‘You’ve Got a Friend in Me’, ‘Everybody Wants to be a Cat’ and many others.
Book early to ensure you are able to enjoy a unique evening of magical music at this very special concert – “Blamey Street Big Band Swings Disney” - Saturday 1 June 2024, 7.30pm at the Harmonie German Club.