Gypsy Jazz Caravan launches its new website for fans to find out what's new, learn about upcoming shows, and stay in touch with band members. Gypsy Jazz Caravan is made up of four members, violinist: Rob Thomas, a violin instructor at the Berklee School of Music, guitarist: Marc Daine, a NYC session veteran, bassist: Mike Weatherly, and rhythm guitarist: Glenn Tosto.
A word about the tunes- There are no remakes of the standard Django repertoire here. The band currently has a CD that is comprised of 14 tunes; all are originals by guitarist Marc Daine. If they sound vaguely familiar it's because they were inspired by some of the great American song composers-notably Duke Ellington and Hoagy Carmichal.
The site offers visitors a more in-depth look into the band and provides a list of upcoming shows a picture gallery and contact information. One of Jazz's top guitarists, Frank Vignola, stated: "This is one of the newest and freshest Django style bands to emerge in the last few years and from Brooklyn, of all places. New tunes, new solos and great violin playing by the wonderful Rob Thomas.
Glenn Tosto's rhythm guitar playing is just superb on this recording and is well worth the price of admission in itself. Marc Daine's lead swings throughout.
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