Grab your best friend, somebody to love and a fat bottomed girl and head down to the Brisbane Convention Centre for a symphonic rock spectacular!
The Queensland Orchestra pays tribute to one of the most successful and influential rock acts of our time. Queen, the band responsible for the classic songs “Bohemian Rhapsody”, “You’re My Best Friend”, “Somebody to Love” and “We Will Rock You” gets the orchestral treatment in Brisbane’s favorite stadium.
Featuring the electric combination of 4-piece rock band, 7 singers (including “Dino Jag” La Vista) and full 60-strong orchestra, this is an evening of rock orchestra like you’ve never heard before!
Come and relive Queen’s greatest moments in this transcendent fusion of rock and symphony!
All together now “I see a little silhouetto of a man ”
STARRING Conductor: Mark Taddei Lead Guitar: Rob Pippan Drums: John Zac Bass Guitar: Warwick Cheatle Keyboards: Joe James Vocals: “Dino Jag” La Vista, Dianne Dixon, Ian “Polly” Politis, Emily Kelly, Craig Csongrady, Nanette Van Ruiten & Deb Brunotte and Queensland Orchestra
The Queensland Orchestra Plays Queen Saturday 9th June 2007 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre
Tickets available through Ticketek on 132 849 or book online
I am pleased to announce that the full-length animated video clip for “Play That Funky Music” has been completed and is now available for viewing. The clip was produced by David Ashby and Dario Russo of Rush Brothers Productions. Hope you enjoy it and f-f-f-f-f-f-funk out!
Dino Jag has been invited to join an elite lineup of international recording artists set to appear on a series of recordings which will pay homage to the music of The Beatles. The recordings will showcase the magnificent fusion of jazz, rock & funk arrangements by French pianist/composer/arranger & producer Christophe Violland(pictured).
Other guests confirmed to appear on the recordings so far include such luminaries as Alan Gorrie(Average White Band), Tom Bowes(Tower Of Power / Funk Filharmonik), Carmen Grillo(Tower Of Power), Larry Hoppen(Orleans) & Mark King(Level 42).
There is talk that Dino Jag may be singing “Fool On The Hill” for the second album in the series to be titled “FrenchBlackBirds”. Stay tuned for more news as it comes to hand.
Internationally acclaimed didgeridoo player and story teller Andrew Langford flew down to Adelaide this week from the Red Centre to do some pre-production work with Dino Jag and Rob Vorel(pictured in Rob’s home studio) for the 2007 season of “The Didgeridoo Show Outback”.
“We did some recording and worked on the creation and synchronization of new multimedia elements for this year’s show”, says Dino. “Rob has built up some great new grooves and soundscapes. The fusion of these “new-age” elements with the ancient sound of the didgeridoo will enable the audience to experience and connect with the instrument in a whole new way”.
The eight-month season officially kicks off in April at the Sounds of Starlight Theatre which is located right in the heart of Alice Springs. The theatre (which coincidently was founded by Andrew Langford some 11 years ago) has become a hot spot for tourists visiting Australia from all over the world.
Here’s a picture of Andrew Langford playing the “Wah Wah” didge which sounds very cool!
It has been confirmed that “Dino Jag” La Vista will join the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra (ASO) and a cast of leading Aussie rock performers for a series of concerts that will present the music of Queen with an orchestral makeover like you’ve never heard before!
Just when you thought “Bohemian Rhapsody” couldn’t sound any better and the magic of iconic British band Queen existed only in record collections! In 2007 the ASO will stage three nights showcasing the definitive music of one of the world’s true supergroups.
Leading the orchestra will be American conductor Marc Taddei (pictured), currently Music Director of New Zealand’s Christchurch Symphony…
While the shows promise rock and powerhouse anthems, the concerts will delight classical music fans alike with the beauty and majestic sounds of Queen interpreted by the ASO. This is the next installment in the rock adventures of the ASO in the concert series that will showcase the strength of the orchestra as they prove that they can rock you like no other!
STARRING Conductor: Mark Taddei ASO Concertmaster: Terence Tam Lead Guitar: Rob Pippan Drums: John Zac Bass Guitar: Warwick Cheatle Keyboards: Joe James Vocals: “Dino Jag” La Vista, Dianne Dixon, Ian “Polly” Politis, Emily Kelly, Craig Csongrady, Nanette Van Ruiten & Deb Brunotte and Adelaide Symphony Orchestra
The ASO Plays Queen Thursday 31st May 2007 Friday 1st & Satu
Production has now begun on an animated video clip for the release of “Play That Funky Music” by Dino Jag. The video clip is being produced by David Ashby & Dario Russo of Rush Brothers Productions (RBP). Here’s a short teaser…
“Play That Funky Music” (Electrodelic Mix) by Dino Jag has been selected for inclusion on the TuneTank ElectroDance Express Compilation CD to be distributed at Amsterdam Dance Event 2006. The Amsterdam Dance Event is Europe’s main Dance and Electronic Music Conference and Festival, with over 2000 usually elusive music industry delegates including Major and Independent Record Companies, Music Publishers, DJs, Radio, Music Press, Venues, Booking Agents, Music Supervisors for Film, TV and Advertising, Promoters and over 45,000 fans in attendance. “
The TuneTank ElectroDance Express Compilation CD will be a showcase of the finest emerging electronic artists, DJs, producers & songwriters from all over the world and will be distributed at ADE 06 this October. Spots on this CD are by invitation only.
The Andrew Beale Show is on Sydney’s radio 2RDJ 88.1 FM every Sunday from 1pm ’til 3pm. Andrew Beale (pictured left) is one of the youngest and most experienced radio broadcasters around today. At Age 18, Andrew has already successfully established his own show which features weekly guests, interviews, competitions and plenty of music to get your Sunday arvos vibing!
In association with Dmand management & Sounds of Starlight Theatre, Dino Jag has been working closely with internationally acclaimed didgeridoo player Andrew Langford (pictured far left) on the production of the new didgeridoo musical spectacular “The Tales & Adventures of WadiWarra.”
Andrew Langford (aka WadiWarra) is a charismatic performer & storyteller who is in his element in his latest production in which the audience is taken on a spellbinding musical journey through the ancient landforms, history & space of the Central Australian Outback”
Andrew’s mastery of the didgeridoo is beautifully embellished by composer/musician Anthony Gribble (pictured far right) on guitars & unusual exotic percussive instruments, and renowned percussionist & skin player Lee Pullen.
“The Tales & Adventures of WadiWarra” takes the live experience a step further for the audience with the creative use of modern sound & visual technology. The show incorporates some mesmerizing soundscapes & audio samples against a backdrop of captivating photographic images of Central Australia which makes this didgeridoo musical spectacular – uniquely Australian.
“The Tales & Adventures of WadiWarra” kicks off in April for a full nine-month season at the famous Sounds of Starlight Theatre in Alice Springs. The theatre is a very popular destination for international tourists & travelers visiting Central Australia. Make sure you check it out if you’re in the area. Here’s a link for more details.
