[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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