Traskforce! Ft. Wallace Gollan And Eugene Wolfin

Two of Wellington’s most enthralling vocalists perform with a powerhouse octet in a celebration of the sublime songs of the jazz repertoire.

Starring Wallace Gollan and 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 two of Wellington’s most exciting performers.

Exhilarating original compositions and arrangements will tug at your feelings in new and compelling ways. Daring solos from some of the finest musicians in the country will awe and shock you as the turbulent horns sing out.

Witness the union of big band attitude and chamber music intimacy as this very special band play their hearts out to you.

The performers:
Consistently connecting the dots between genres and influences, Wallace Gollan’s artistic identity has become uniquely recognizable, with her jazz training and distinct harmonies captivating audiences around the globe.

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 love songs. 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 Rodger Rox Big Band, the RNZAF band, NZSM faculty, and rising stars.

Personnel:
Wallace Gollan – vocals
Eugene Wolfin – vocals
Alex Trask – alto saxophone, arrangements
Mike Taylor – trumpet
Oscar Laven – tenor saxophone
Kaito Walley – trombone
Daniel Yeabsley – baritone saxophone
Duncan Haynes – piano
Elijah Mulheron – bass
John Rae – drums

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