That Shaw Thing

As a new challenge, we decided to work on something with a more specific sound, for which we can arrange, write original music, tour, and produce recordings.  I have always admired the clarinet-led groups of the 30s and 40s, aspiring from the age of about 12 to play as well as Artie Shaw.  Hence That Shaw Thing was conceived – not a tribute band as such, but inspired by the work of musicians such as Shaw, Benny Goodman and a host of others who came into view with the passing years.

I don’t 'take liberties’ with famous hits such as Summit Ridge Drive and Dr Livingstone I Presume: I know you will enjoy hearing the sound recreated in a live situation.  However, it is fun to treat other well-known songs in a similar style, and to take some sounds out to where Shaw and Goodman might have gone, had they still been around.  It also gives me an opportunity to showcase my original compositions within the genre.

We’re hoping to tour some of the festivals this year and have just published our latest CD.

Please let Amanda know if you would like to go on the mailing list for future gigs and CD release dates.

Band members  (click to view biogs)

• Anthony Wright – clarinet (leader)
• Ray Pool – keyboard (harpsichord)
• Pete Roth – guitar
• Dave Richmond – double bass
• Terry Parsons – drums
• Andy Gibson – trumpet

Listen to some samples

Booking enquiries (yes we’re available for residencies, functions, one-off club engagements etc!)