Starring Eugene Wolfin on vocals, the octet will present a fizzing set of big band swing, Broadway hits, and gorgeous ballads. Hear the fine lyricism of the 20th century sung by one of Wellington’s most exciting performers.
Free entry! Koha encouraged.
For the last 8 years vocalist Eugene Wolfin has been a regular of Wellington music scene performing in a wide variety of genres including Jazz, Blues, and Rock ’n’ Roll. He has had a hand in a few local Musical Theatre productions performing lead roles in ‘Chess’ and the modern hit ‘If/Then', and is a regular in front of Jazz Orchestras including the Royal New Zealand Air Force Band and the Rodger Fox Big Band.
Traskforce! is bandleader Alex Trask’s most swinging musical organisation. They play fresh arrangements of original compositions, classic swing, and Broadway ballads. This includes songs from the Basie repertoire, Bob Mintzer, Oliver Nelson, Quincey Jones, and Lionel Bart's Oliver! to name a few. The five horn arrangements allow for the power of a big band and the subtlety of a quartet to shine side by side. The band is made up of Wellington’s top players, including members of the Aotearoa Jazz Orchestra, the RNZAF band, NZSM faculty, and rising stars.
Photo by Oscar Laven
