[Dixielandjazz] "Stomp" was (Dallas Brass)

[Bill Haesler]

Robert Smith wrote:
> Many thanks for the Dallas Brass video.
> The concept reminded me of a video I have by "Stomp". Stomp don't  
> use normal musical instruments, but they manage to introduce  
> surprising elements as do Dallas Brass. Stomp use percussion effects  
> using dustbin lids, pails, brooms, oil drums, playing cards being  
> slapped on the table, accompanied by apple biting, footballs, etc.

Dear Bob,
We saw the stage show "Stomp" when it came to Sydney a few years ago.
A great night's entertainment and completely engrossing.
They even had, and featured, a kitchen sink!
There is also a great Australian dance group (that came up about the  
same time as 'Stomp") which gets similar percussive effects performing  
in steel-capped work boots and clothing on building construction  
scaffolding and equipment.
We've seen this show several times.
They also produced a film, "Bootmen".
Well worth looking for.
Here are two YouTube clips:
    http://www.hlamgt.com.au/management/dein-perry-tap-dogs/
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nmD4Ep2wxVQ
Very kind regards,
Bill.
PS: Here is a link to "Stomp":
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wDgRGutjc7Y&feature=related
and something about the group
    http://www.australianstage.com.au/reviews/melbourne/stomp-09-2470.html