[Dixielandjazz] Re: Debbie Kennedy (was Jamie Cullum or Rob McCallum?)

Robert S. Ringwald robert at ringwald.com
Tue Aug 23 09:49:56 PDT 2005


 Bill Haesler wrote regarding bassist Debbie Kennedy:

> Is she really Nigel Kennedy's sister?
> I have, so far, been unable to establish this.
> Nigel Kennedy is a brilliant and acclaimed classical violinist who dabbles
> in 'jazz'.
> In his 'jazz' persona he is a foul-mouthed, badly dressed show off.
> (Based on a review of a performance he gave at The Basement here in 
> Sydney,
> Australia, late last year. Copy on request as it contains 'dirty words' 
> and
> I would hate the wrath of the DJML to fall on me.)
> Kennedy was born on 28 December 1956 in Brighton, England.
> Although, I suppose it is possible that he has an Australian sister.
> Enquiries with modern jazz friends here have failed to find an Australian
> bass player called Debbie Kennedy, currently in New York.



Dear Bill,

I was told that she was by Eddie Davis.  However, I will talk to Debbie 
myself & find out.

Best,

--Bob Ringwald






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