[Dixielandjazz] Does Loud equal Fire.

[David Richoux]

I often was called to play tuba in the Magnolia band - I really  
learned a lot about traditional New Orleans style playing. Robbie  
Schlosser is a great band leader in that regard, but sometimes I felt  
like there maybe could have been a bit more "energy" in our  
performances. The Zenith Band from Berkeley often had many of the  
same musicians, but when we formed as the Zenith Brass Band we took  
on a whole 'nother aspect! (Hot!)

There are so many ways to interpret the musical varieties of OKOM and  
I am glad that I have had many opportunities to play with some really  
great musicians from the San Francisco/San Jose area.

BTW, there is/was also a Magnolia Band from Sweden - also very good!

Dave Richoux

On May 15, 2008, at 7:43 PM, Charlie Hull wrote:

> I recall a wonderful band from the SF Bay Area, the Magnolia Jazz  
> Band. Not a single technical wizard or star in the lineup. No  
> esoteric agenda. They played old, well known tunes. No originals or  
> interpretations of contemporary hits. Every musician played from  
> the heart.
>
> Mostly ensemble, with a few simple solos. Started the tune whisper  
> quiet, playing each ensuing chorus with just a little more volume  
> and energy. The developing excitement was tangible. Even the final  
> choruses weren't loud, but the electricity was magic.
>
> One of my favorite memories. Taught me a lesson in dynamics.
>
> Charlie Hull
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