PAUL
VERNON CHESTER
Manouche Maestro
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Paul is delighted to be able to contact friends and associates via the World Wide Web and is eagerly looking forward to exchanges, links, and expanding his fan base by posting information on his craft and expertise on this site. Old and new fans can fully indulge in his listed insights and help to keep the Django Reinhardt Legacy vibrant and accessible. Please assist him expand his contact by bringing his website presence to the attention of all Exponents, Events and Enthusiasts of Manouche Swing Jazz.
Le Chemin de Django is a DVD project featuring gypsy jazz guitar master Lollo Meier.
In 2010 gypsy jazz guitar master Lollo Meier
took his horse-drawn caravan from his home in the Netherlands to the birthplace
of the legendary Django Reinhardt in Liberchies in Belgium.
There he met with his cousin Fapy Lafertin and his bandmates
and played a concert to mark Django's centenary. The band then
travelled onwards to Samois Sur Seine to the
International Festival where they met up with Stochelo
Rosenberg and held an astonishing impromptu late-night 'campfire' jam.
Lollo, Fapy and Band then met with violin maestro Tcha Limberger
and performed a concert on the main stage at Samois where they
were joined by guitar legend Hank Marvin. Lollo travelled
on to the UK where he played a sell-out concert with his touring band.
This HD DVD contains performance footage of Lollo, Fapy, Stochelo, Tcha
Limberger, Dave Kelbie, Andy Aitchison, Hank
Song titles include
Cloughtoberfest Festival Brew
We're delighted to welcome Matthew Collison of
Moneygall Brewing,
who'll be giving advice to budding home brewers and sharing some of his
special festival nano-brew, Django's Stingo, a luscious smoky porter.
You'll find Matthew outside Django's Hostel from 12pm on Saturday 29th
October.
Recordings New Duo Recording Release
'DAY OF THE MANOUCHE'.
It combines material familiar from the canon of Django's Art together with new material and melodies, less familiar. Nick and I recorded it on a day in April 2009 on a range of JWC Guitars including a nylon strung 14 fret Classic. These Guitars, made by Jeongwoo Cho, for JWC Guitars inspire and invoke the Gypsy Spirit. Track 2 is our tribute to him. In addition, our friend the veteran Jazz Guitarist Jack Toogood inspired Track 5 The variety of instruments allowed us to explore contrasts, colours, tones, textures and most importantly, mood and atmosphere. Playing essentially Manouche Music on JWC Guitars with a rhythm guitarist who is not only your cousin but your lifelong accompanist, is always a joy, indeed the whole day was a joy. It was - The Day of the Manouche! - Paul Vernon Chester Duets For Django
Contact Paul if you wish to order copies of any of his CD's Click Here A further studio album is also being considered perhaps with the addition of Bass and Violin. Paul's existing recordings can also be purchased via this website (see audio page).
Workshop
General Sponsorship Paul is now enjoying the close attention of Manouche Guitars and AER Amplifiers which he readily endorses as products that greatly enhance and assist in delivering his intricate artistry and polished performances. Recent Media Coverage of Paul's EventsPress Comment
Accessible jazz a hit at arts centre
By
Laura Nesbitt
Bridgewater Mercury
A FAST-FINGERED night of gypsy and hot club jazz was brilliantly executed at Bridgwater Arts Centre last Saturday (2nd June 07). Raising money for Penrose School, Roger Collett presented guitarists Paul Vernon Chester and his cousin Nick Mellor who took the audience back to 1930s Paris through some exceptional musicianship. Feet were tapping in the packed arts centre after the opening few bars of I Can't Give You Anything But Love, only stopping for the exquisite ballads and injections of stories about their musical icon, Django Reinhardt. The impact of Django runs deep through modern guitar, his music influenced many performers from Dire Strait's Mark Knopfler to blues legend BB King but it is Paul and Nick that claim to be the 21st century heirs of his legacy. It is understandable why - the dedication they showed through the night was fascinating to watch, the detail and accuracy in every number was captivating. Moulding classical music into a light and delicate sound and putting well-known songs though a hot club jazz interpretation, Paul and Nick produced a set of unadulterated music that celebrated life and love. During the night, they performed tracks including Nuages, Douce Ambiance, the hauntingly beautiful Anouman and the brilliant gypsy anthem Minor Swing, each with total passion and commitment to the music they have taken on as their own. I sometimes find jazz difficult to listen to, but this was approachable and accessible music, light-hearted and fun - a real joy to take in. The drive from rhythm guitarist Nick against the intricate - although seemingly easy - determination from Paul, made the set of colourful, emotional music an absolute success!! BBC Masterclasses The 2011 Masterclass was such a success that they are back again at Abbey Road and Maida Vale on Thursday 19th January. Just like last year some of the biggest names in the industry will be on hand to share advice and their experiences with an audience of musicians taking their first steps in the business. You'll be able to watch the best sessions live on the day at www.bbc.co.uk/introducing and you will also be able to chat LIVE with some of our guests so get thinking about your questions! Plus, all the sessions that are happening throughout the day will be available to watch online afterwards. You'll get advice and insights from Jamie Cullum, Trent Reznor, Wretch 32, Magnetic Man, Maverick Sabre, Friendly Fires, Frank Turner, James Zabiela, Newton Faulkner, Bernard Butler and many more. For a taste of what's to come, here's a short film about the 2011 Masterclass. Electric Guitar & Bass Masterclass Deptford John and Lee Pomeroy
LEJAZZETAL music projects
django a la creole
Clarinetist, Evan Christopher is a refreshingly bright light on
the international jazz scene. He combines virtuosity, immaculate taste, and
enthusiasm with a deep commitment to capturing the full range of musical
possibilities that come from having strong roots in the idioms of New Orleans
jazz and the Créole clarinet style.
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Paul's live album release
"Duets for Django" from a recently recorded live performance at Concert Jazz in Thame
on 14th March 07 and his
very productive repertoire has yielded sufficient material for perhaps even
more releases.
These are now fully mixed and perfected for your final assessment.
Artwork was resolved and the title formulated. A real must purchase for those that
could or perhaps could not attended that magical
evening with an enraptured audience enjoying the fine rapport between Paul and
his cousin Nick Mellor - lifelong collaborator on Rhythm Guitar..
on
line CD Purchase
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or Corporate Gypsy Jazz - steer your windfalls or corporate profits
directly to Live Manouche Music Sponsorship before the handing it by
default to the Chancellor of the Exchequer of the day.
We will
announce many Events
with a view to
propagating the public interest in Paul Vernon Chester and his role
in promoting Gypsy Jazz throughout the UK and abroad. All
events will be listed to provide you with opportunities to witness his expertise
and offer your regular support.. We welcome all music fans who appreciate this immediate
and emotionally expressive art form made famous by Django Reinhardt and the many
generations that currently emulate his spirit..
