Jimmy Heath at Palm Beach Community College

[MartyJazz]

I'm kicking myself for not giving a few southeast Floridians on this board a heads up about this marvelous event that took place last night. For a little over an hour beginning at 5:30 PM, Heath appeared with a local rhythm section (featuring Dolph Castellano on piano) at a workshop class where the quartet played "Green Dolphin Street", "All the Things...." and "Bags Groove". In between, Heath answered assorted questions, technical and otherwise, from the audience. This was free to the public. Afterwards he graciously signed one of my early Riverside LPs.

At 8 PM, at a concert that was priced at only $10 (!!) to the public, he then appeared for the 2nd set with a big band that is simply known as the "Tuesday Night Big Band". All I can say is that everyone was fabulous and it was obvious that this was a well rehearsed performance. Heath's charts ("including his own "Project S", "Gemini", "Gingerbread Boy") were played with much verve and conviction and it was very apparent that Heath was quite pleased. A terrific night out. And BTW, Jimmy Heath soloed with a sound and swagger that belied his years.

Next time I learn of a major jazz figure appearing with this band at this venue (I missed Slide Hampton's appearance with this group last year), I'll be sure to post early enough.

Edited November 21, 2007 by MartyJazz

[Dan Gould]

I would hope so.

As of now, you're on my coal in the stocking list, buster, and I don't care if you celebrate Christmas or not, that's what you're going to get!