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CONCERT
JAZZ
INTERNATIONAL ARTIST CONTACTS
Non-profit Jazz
Service Organisation formed in July 2005 to support Jazz and increase its
Presence
in the Community
 Paul
Austin Kelly
Consummate
Singer of the
Great American Songbook
Most singers have
never experienced the heights to which Paul has attained, and yet he maintains a
level of humility. He stands tall with full auburn hair,
completely unaware of his rugged good looks, possessing a soothing tenor
voice quality that makes for warm feelings from adoring fans everywhere. His
successes prove he doesn’t have to labour hard as a leading man although he has
worked tirelessly at developing the skills necessary to sing in acoustic halls
like the Metropolitan Opera and Carnegie Hall.
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Breadth and
depth of recorded repertoire American Songbook - Jazz/Arias/Humour
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Vocal beauty
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Dramatic
passion
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Ability to
sing with elegance and style in many idioms.
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Vocal
Workshops can be added if a venue suits
with
The Kenny Clayton Trio
Kenny Clayton, piano
Paul Morgan or
John Rees Jones, bass
Kevin Campbell, drums
(Paul Austin Kelly on Vocals, Trumpet and Cornet.)
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trained as a classical musician and exploited his love of jazz and popular music
as pianist and Musical Director to artists such as -
Petula Clark
Johnny Ray
Dick Haymes
Matt Monro
 Paul
Morgan went to the Leeds College of Music
on a jazz course in 1976. From 1979 to 1982 he worked with the National
Youth Jazz Orchestra, and became the Principal Bass with the BBC Radio
Orchestra. Paul work has worked, and continues to work, with all types of groups
and big bands. He grew up accompanying many visiting
American and other international artists at Ronnie Scott’s Club, the Concorde
Club in Eastleigh, Southampton, and played many clubs and concert halls around the
world. Paul has played bass for musicians such as Zoot Sims, Peggy Lee,
and Ronnie Scott.
Due to his phenomenal technique,
intonation, and sight reading ability, together with being equally adept whether
playing pizzicato or arco on the double bass, many of the illustrious artists
Paul has played with are not just in the jazz world. One of his main
influences is Niels Henning Orsted Pedersen, from Denmark, who also shares the
same kind of musical attributes as Paul does. Some recommendation, indeed!
Paul is now mainly active playing ‘straight’ orchestral double bass in film and
TV studios, as well as jazz gigs at Ronnie Scott’s Club, the various Pizza
Express establishments, the Bulls Head, Barnes, and other venues. Paul also plays with the New Jazz
Couriers
 John
Rees-Jones - Double Bass
Classically trained as a cellist, John Rees-Jones toured and recorded with Keith
Tippett's Centipede on the completion of his studies. He moved over to the
double bass in the late 1970s and has since worked extensively in the theatre,
cabaret, studio and jazz fields. John has worked with many American jazz stars
including Harry 'Sweets' Edison, Bobby Shew, Herb Ellis, Al Cohn, Barney Kessell,
Charlie Byrd, Joe Newman & 'Peanuts' Hucko. Is a regular deputy with the bands
of George Melly, Kenny Ball & Acker Bilk. Visiting teacher of jazz double bass
and bass guitar at Eton College and has tutored several hundred jazz workshops
nationwide.
The Song is You
UK / Ireland Tour 2009
Promotional Information for
Jazz Festivals, Jazz Clubs, Music Clubs & Theatres
Album Samples for Real Player
1. The Song is You
2. Medley: The Folks Who Liveon the Hill
3. Medley: Spring is Here
4. My Attorney, Bernie
5. The Most Beautiful Girl in the World
6. Settle Down With You
7. Manhattan
8. All the Things You Are
9. New York State of Mind
10. I Only Have Eyes For You
11. The Memory of You
13. Till There Was You
Full Length Vocal
Renditions
 Promoters
If you are interested as a promoter
we will gladly send you additional promo materials and CD.
Contact
For Booking
Enquiries for Paul Austin Kelly for -
Jazz
Festivals,
Theatre or Club Events,
Corporate Events and Vocal Workshops
E-mail or Phone 01844 353117
Paul Austin Kelly and
The Kenny Clayton Trio
will be touring the UK during 2009:
Firm Bookings:-
17th April 09 - Ropetackle Arts Centre,
Little High Street , Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex BN43 5EG
01273 464440 Doors 7.30pm. Music
8pm. Tickets £12 & £10 conc. Bar
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Recordings
Song titles:
The Song is You
(Hammerstein-Kern)
The Folks Who Live on the Hill/Fool on the Hill
(Hammerstein-Kern/Lennon-McCartney)
Spring is Here/Rustles of Spring
(Rodger-Hart/C.Sinding)
My Attorney Bernie (D Frishberg)
The Most Beautiful Girl in the World
(Rodgers-Hart)
Settle Down with You
(P.A. Kelly)
Manhattan (Rodgers-Hart)
All the Things You Are
(Hammerstein-Kern)
New York State of Mind (B. Joel)
I Only Have Eyes For You
(Warren-Dubin)
The Memory of You
(K.Clayton)
This Nearly Was Mine
(Rodgers-Hammerstein)
Till There Was You
(M. Willson)
Paul Austin Kelly, vocals & trumpet
Kenny Clayton, piano
John Rees Jones, bass
Kevin Campbell, drums
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“Paul
Austin Kelly and Kenny Clayton are a duo made in heaven!” — UK Superstar
soprano Lesley Garrett
Capturing the magic of the
early decades of American popular music, Kelly and Clayton present a
programme of timeless lyrical and sophisticated music. They draw primarily
on the works of Rodgers & Hammerstein and Jerome Kern, but
also breathe new life into such diverse descendants of these icons as
Dave Frishberg and Billy Joel.
Their repertoire includes the
classics People Will Say We're In Love, Some Enchanted Evening, and
I Only Have Eyes for You, songs which were made famous by such
legendary American singers as Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby, Ella Fitzgerald,
Billy Holiday and Mel Torme.
"Kenny and I began working
on this repertoire because the songs are so beautifully written they'll take
any number of different stylistic interpretations and still stay intact,
musically and emotionally. And as a singer, that's great for me, says
Paul. My classical training comes in handy because these guys wrote songs
for singers who could act, rather than for actors who could sing, as in
earlier shows.?
Although raised on pop and
jazz standards, Paul Austin Kelly made a career singing opera at La Scala,
the Metropolitan Opera, Covent Garden and other top-level opera venues.
He gained international acclaim for his performances of the demanding tenor
roles of Rossini and Mozart.
Together, the dynamic performing duo of Kelly
& Clayton covers all ends of the musical spectrum, from pop to opera, from
jazz standards to classical song.
Vocal Recitals
Ideal for Music Club and Small Venue Performances
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Paul Austin Kelly is one of the most dazzling young lyric
tenors appearing before the public today, bringing "all the musicality one could
wish" to his performances in opera and on the concert stage (Opera
International). This musicality, combined with a beautiful lyric voice, has
garnered him continuous popular and critical acclaim. Of his Count Almaviva,
the Daily News declared "His tenor is most attractive, and he showed an
especially easy top register and command of fioratura.
Paul Austin Kelly is considered one of today's finest
Rossini tenors and has performed with many of the world's most prestigious opera
companies including the Royal Opera at Covent Garden, La Scala in Milan and the
Metropolitan Opera in New York. Mr. Kelly has also made numerous live
appearances on BBC Radio.
Piano Accompaniment by
Carol Borah Kelly
 Carol
studied privately in Berkeley, California with Belgian pianist Jeanne Stark-Lochmans,
winner of the Prix de Virtuosité a l'unanimité avec Grande Distinction. She
went on to work as accompanist and vocal coach in the opera world, winning the
Gramma Fisher Prize for Opera in Graz, Austria, and young Apprentice Coach in
the San Francisco Opera Merola Program. Carol has worked as
repetiteur and vocal coach for various opera companies throughout the United
States, including The Washington Opera and Glimmerglass Opera, and spent a year
as chef de chant at the Opéra de Nice in France. She headed up the musical side
of the Opera Workshop training programme at the prestigious Peabody Conservatory
of Music, and is also known for her singing translations of operas, most notably
for English National Opera’s production of Khovanshchina, which she
translated from the Russian.
Programmes can be adjusted to your tastes including Tributes to the great Tenors Tauber,
Wunderlich, McCormack, Bjöerling and Lanza. Including such repertoire as -
Im wunderschönen Monat Mai/You'll Never Know
(R.Schumann) (H.Warren & M.Gordon)
Performed by Paul Austin Kelly (Voice) & Kenny Clayton
(Piano)
Arranged by Kenny Clayton
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People Will Say We're in Love
(R.Rodger & O. Hammerstein)
Performed by Paul Austin Kelly (Voice and Trumpet) & Kenny
Clayton (Piano)
Arranged by Kenny Clayton
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All the Things You Are
(J.Kern & O.Hammerstein )
Performed by Paul Austin Kelly (Voice) & Kenny Clayton
(Piano)
Arranged by Kenny Clayton
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Oh, to Vex Me
(from Britten's The Holy Sonnets of John Donne)
Sung by Paul Austin Kelly
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To Daisies
(from Roger Quilter's To Julia song cycle, poetry by Robert Herrick)
Sung by Paul Austin Kelly
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Irish Times Review:
Kelly
is a bel canto specialist, heard in Dublin last year in Opera Ireland's La
Cenerentola. He brought the same unmannered clarity and subtle, intelligent
expressiveness to Schumann as he did then to Rossini's prince. There is an
appealing tenderness in his voice, from the firm, baritone-like richness of his
lower register to his easy, unfussy quality at the top. How well this served
Heine's emotional range from quiet reflection to spiteful outburst. For contrast
- and then some - the pair closed with show tunes from Richard Rodgers and
Meredith Willson. Although these presented a lighter view of love than
Schumann's, Kelly's performances were characterised by a winsome zeal.
- Michael Dungan
© 2007 The Irish Times
 Alternative
Duo format is available with Acoustic Guitar accompaniment by the renowned
guitarist
Richard Durrant - after 20 years of touring and recording Richard is
now acknowledged as one of the outstanding guitarists of his generation.
"The wild
master of the guitar. Durrant is a serious and mature player who can really make
his guitar sing...His dazzling virtuosity is almost cinematic in
scale...watching him performing the Rodrigo was akin to seeing El Cid on the
wide screen.”
I Will Give My Love an Apple
A folk song from Dorset arranged by Benjamin Britten
Performed by Paul Austin Kelly (voice) and Richard Durrant
(guitar)
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Sailor Boy
An Appalachian folk song arranged by Benjamin Britten
Performed by Paul Austin Kelly (voice) and Richard Durrant
(guitar)
Listen
For Vocal Recital Booking Enquiries
Contact:
Email
Paul Austin Kelly - Vocal Recital or Phone 01844 353117
Reviews:-
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Paul also plays trumpet and cornet on the side and has done for the last 15
years. His influences are diverse, from Miles Davis to Herb Alpert.
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Paul Austin Kelly performs a program
of American standards (as well as a few original songs) with the Kenny Clayton
Trio. It is hard to review because it is really a groundbreaking album, not
easily categorized. It combines the talents of Kelly, a world renowned tenor in
the " bel canto" repertoire (who was a rock musician before embarking on
his operatic career), with the jazz-oriented Kenny Clayton Trio (with Kenny
Clayton having a classical background). What emerges is an uncommonly well
sung jazz album. Kelly successfully reins in his voice, avoiding the
overblown "operatic" sound of others who have attempted similar "crossovers",
while bringing uncommon ease and sweetness to the upper range of these numbers,
impeccable diction, and a smooth burnished sound to the lower range. An
album for those who like standards really sung, without being over sung.
It's really hard to think of a male comparison – though old-timers might find
some similarity to the jazz albums of Eileen Farrell. Though the CD
contains some of the favourite songs of the "standards" repertoire, one of the
most successful tracks may well be an original song by Kelly – "Settle Down with
You". An obviously very personal song, it successfully toes the thin line
between being "old fashioned" and self-consciously hip. Given a heart-felt
performance by Kelly it is one of those songs that I think everyone can identify
with, if not in the details, in the overall theme of dealing with life's choices
and finding happiness in the choices one has made.
Mike
Begley,
“Paul Austin
Kelly and Kenny Clayton are a duo made in heaven!” — UK Superstar soprano
Lesley Garrett
"The combination of the superb operatic voice and jazz styling's of Paul Austin
Kelly combined with the pianistic expertise and swinging arrangements of Kenny
Clayton ensures an excellent musical experience!" Bill Lyon
Shaw, BBC producer
But ask
him where his heart is and he’ll tell you, “I’m a Rat Packer at heart”…in other
words, all things Sinatra, Davis and Martin.
Paul channels his particular style of each one of these personalities into an
act which features him singing the repertoire of Music Theatre, Jazz and even
playing trumpet (reminiscent of Sammy Davis Jr.), supported by his personal
music director Kenny Clayton, where he resurfaces a genre similar to
artists like Harry Connick Jr., Michael Buble and Josh Groban with his CD
"The Song Is You".
Paul’s acting skills integrate with his interpretations so that he creates a
bond with his audience. He has amassed fans in various countries including the
United States, Italy, Ireland, Germany, Holland, France and of course his
beloved United Kingdom.
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Vocal Workshops:
Paul
is also keen to impart his skills to
Students of Vocal Interpretation and can hold Workshop/Master Class
projects in Colleges, Theatres, Studios and other suitable venues. These can
be linked up with
daytime assemblies at any of the evening Concert Venues.
Education and working with
young vocalists is a very important area of Paul's work and he
gives individual tuition on vocal technique both in schools and privately, coaches
youth groups and organises workshops which
he has presented over the years. Music is a
Universal Language and has no Boundaries or Borders.
Classes can
be structured to specific needs and encompass all music genres.
Details:
The Paul Austin Kelly Vocal Workshop provides
a platform for seasoned professionals and total beginners
alike can learn, grow and flourish together in a uniquely inspiring and
supportive environment.
One day workshop lasting 3 hours, would consist of:-
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Interpretation of a Lyric
·
Contemporary Vocal
Styles
. Improvisation
- Application of
Classical Vocal Techniques
Beginners
If you are just getting into singing, this is a great place to start. Not
only enjoy lots of singing in group, harmony and solo, but also start right
away understanding your voice, seeing vocal problems as issues with a clear
resolution, and developing technique. A small-group module, where you
get a lot of individual attention. Based around getting you singing solo in
a quick and practical way, Paul will help you select a song, and work with
you throughout towards a professional performance.
Transitional Singing
If you have some vocal technique and favoured songs, it's time to put it all
together in a performance situation. This module focuses on keeping the
vocal aspects improving as you perform in front of the class. Basic
performance issues are also commented on throughout. Can be in conjunction
with private lessons.
Harmony
Enjoy the pleasure of singing in harmony. Work on a wide range of material
to understand harmony styling, use of vocal timbres and finding and
remembering parts. Great preparation for joining a vocal ensemble, choir or
vocal group.
Jazz
An introduction to Jazz singing: Mostly practical work on styling,
developing a performance in the Jazz idiom, and finding your way into
variation and improvisation. Also covering basic Jazz concepts and outline
theory.
Musicianship
A quick, practical introduction to get to grips with all that basic stuff
that you just have to know. The basic language of music: Notes, scales,
keys, chords, counting, tempo, musical structure.
Performance
To improve performance skills. In the context of performing your chosen
repertoire, many aspects of delivering a convincing performance will be
introduced and discussed, from practical consideration like mic technique,
lights and monitors, to lyrical analysis and movement.
Vocal Workshops
Workshops function well in conjunction with a
Performance.
Talk to us about
the possibilities.
The Artists know best what they can do and what works,
and who the potential participants are. Workshops will give local
people a chance to participate. They will educate, encourage involvement,
raise awareness and be fun. They require good planning, preparation
and evaluation. If the workshop is combined with an event, it will
encourage new people to come along to the performance (offer a joint ticket with
entry to the main performance). You are assured of a good audience,
timid people may well feel encouraged to come to another post concert
workshop the next day.
It's a brilliant idea and
reaches so many people - with excellent professional teacher-performers and
a great chance to meet them in person.
We
can also attach
a short talk to the main event. Get the audience to come a little early to
talk to the Musical Director or stay behind to meet the Artists in person.
 For the Younger Audience a
Matinee Entertainment Opportunity
Songs (and Stories)
for Kids of all Ages
Walking Oliver - Musical
Repertoire!
Ideal for Theatres or Schools with a
leaning towards mystifying the younger Audience with Words and Music
Songs (& Stories)
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children's ears are not yet ready for the intensity of the operatic
style! Nevertheless, as a highly trained musician, he knows what quality
music for kids should be, so he brings his formidable musical talents in
both composition and voice to the Walking Oliver Musical
Repertoire. Agile on trumpet, guitar and keyboard, with a voice
that manoeuvres skilfully and playfully through a wide variety of
musical styles, Paul brings the joy of music and the talent of
musicianship to every Walking Oliver performance, making the music come
alive for children who cant help but sing along!
He envisioned a new
kind of children's music that did not condescend by sounding childish or
silly but that offered something more lasting that would grow with them
and hopefully become part of them, part of their experience and their
life.
Secondly, he saw it as his mission to seek out the best of our
traditional music and reintroduce it via performances to new generations
in a manner that was both modern and accessible but without losing its
connection to the world and to the times from which it sprang.
Lastly, he wanted to inspire and support a new regime of musicians and
songwriters who were excited and passionate about these ideas and would
devote a worthwhile portion of their energies and talents to making them
a reality.
This is the core philosophy behind
Walking Oliver
As Paul himself has
said--
...I'm concerned because I don't see children's
music growing anymore--partially I think because we have an industry
right now that doesn't see enough profit to be made from investing in
recordings of children's music (obviously, I disagree with them!) but
also because we have created a rather disposable society in many ways.
Nothing is designed or expected to last and anything that is older than
6 months is already boring and obsolete.
Music can offer so much to a person; songs are that magical combination
of music and words that can speak so eloquently and yet so powerfully to
a child. Songs can be there for them as a source of strength in happy
times and hard times throughout their whole lives. Once you know a song
all you have to do is reach out your mind and take hold of it and it's
yours, it's there for you free of charge. Open up your mouth and sing it
and you can make a whole world feel something. That's the power of
music. That's been my experience and I know I'm not alone.
It's a great and precious gift we can give to our kids and its an
opportunity that often slips away all too quickly. As we grow from
childhood to adulthood, the day-to-day cares and worries of life in the
fast lane take charge of our lives. If music has been a part of our
experience from childhood it never leaves us---it's always there for us
when we want it or need it.
OperaKids
The program features
operatic arias, storytelling and audience participation. It is
accompanied by a teacher guide that includes interdisciplinary and
interrelated teaching strategies designed to enhance your student's
appreciation and understanding of opera. Students learn the technical
and artistic elements of opera which will enable them to enjoy the magic
and mystery of its enduring performance for the rest of their lives.
For
the last 15 years, thousands of young students in the world have enjoyed an
innovative musical program, SO THIS IS
OPERA. Lyric soprano and music educator Yvette Lewis has developed this
unique, multifaceted program to introduce young audiences to the world of
opera. Each component of SO THIS IS OPERA has been carefully crafted
to enhance the operatic learning experience of your students.
Musicians and Deputies
The line-ups as listed are correct at the time of Publication and are
those given to us by the Artist, and the information is as accurate as
we can make it. With the Music business being what it is, inevitable
changes happen, and we amend the listings except for those that happen
on the night. We have been very fortunate, as the substitutions made by
the groups have often been surprise upgrades. Nevertheless, the
situation is not one we can control due to the fallibility of the ever
sensitive musicians.
Blessed as they are - they are not invulnerable.
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