Sunday, April 26, 2009

Jeremy Monteiro & friends - Swinging in the heartlands WS

Jeremy Monteiro & friends

Two nights in a row, I was invited to two different concerts. On Friday night, I was invited by my blogger friend oceanskies to Singapore Symphony Orchestra's King And Emperor at the grand Esplanade Concert Hall.
Pianist Barry Douglas, winner of the 1986 International Tchaikovsky Competition

On Saturday night, I met Singapore's King of Swing, Jeremy Monteiro and his colleagues, Tama Goh (drums), Brian Benson (bass), Andrew Lim (guitar) and Shawn Letts (tenor sax). They presented swinging jazz standards, pulsating Latin tunes, refreshing originals and jazz arrangements of Singapore songs like I've never heard before!

Jointly presented by the National Arts Council and Siglap South CC Indian Activities Executive Committee, more than 400 residents turned up for this free concert held at Siglap South Community Centre.

It was a full house. Extra chairs have to be brought out to accommodate more people.

The audience enjoyed the music ...... many were seen snapping their fingers, tapping their feet or clapping to the music. Jeremy and colleagues received a standing ovation after their powerful performance.

Jeremy Monteiro - Jazz Pianist/ Composer/ Educator

Jeremy Monteiro has more than 20 of his own jazz albums and numerous other albums with well-known jazz artists like Grammy Award winner jazz saxophonist Ernie Watts. He is the first jazz music recipient of Singapore's pinnacle arts award - the Cultural Medallion for Arts.

Update :
Oh wow! Jeremy Monteiro left a comment in this post!

I forgot to mention this :
Download Jeremy Monteiro's latest album for FREE from the Singapore Swing page at http://www.my singapore.sg

Also pls visit his website http://www.monteiro.sg or follow him on Twitter @jeremymonteiro






First Commenter - Jean (A Singaporean in France)



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  1. jeanSunday, April 26, 2009 at 8:37:00 PM GMT+8

    Sounds like it was a fun jazz concert ECL.Jazz and latin music always gets everybody going.I feel I was almost there as our family haunts were Siglap,Opera Estate,Bedok and Changi.Oh dear I'm getting a chill of nostalgia here.Great weekend article ECL.

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  2. jeanSunday, April 26, 2009 at 8:42:00 PM GMT+8

    Hip Hip Hooray!!!
    I'm FC at last and I didn't even expect it nor think about it.The pressure's off and I feel zen.LOL!

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  3. eastcoastlifeSunday, April 26, 2009 at 8:48:00 PM GMT+8

    jean,
    CONGRATS!!!

    You finally get to be my FC! :D

    Jeremy Monteiro and friends gave a spectacular performance and it was an enjoyable and fun evening for all who attended. Jeremy & Co. brought a lively concert to sleepy and tranquil Siglap.

    It was my first jazz concert. :)

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  4. eastcoastlifeSunday, April 26, 2009 at 8:52:00 PM GMT+8

    jean,
    If I write more posts on Katong/Joo Chiat/Siglap, would you start tearing? :P

    I'm not trying to be wicked but I have the posts planned some time already.

    Gosh. I'm having the pressure. :)

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  5. MariucaSunday, April 26, 2009 at 8:56:00 PM GMT+8

    Oh I just missed the chop ECL!

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  6. MariucaSunday, April 26, 2009 at 8:57:00 PM GMT+8

    Wah ECL hanging out with the rich and famous he he!

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  7. MariucaSunday, April 26, 2009 at 8:58:00 PM GMT+8

    Dropping ec here sweetie, enjoy the rest of ur Sunday! ;)

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  8. eastcoastlifeSunday, April 26, 2009 at 8:58:00 PM GMT+8

    Mariuca,
    A near miss!

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  9. jeanSunday, April 26, 2009 at 9:00:00 PM GMT+8

    ECL of course not LOL!!!I'm just a silly sentimental person.I'll take the lid of your pressure!LOL!I promise not to cry but I'll get ready a box of Kleenex anyway just in case.You go girl!!!

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  10. eastcoastlifeSunday, April 26, 2009 at 9:00:00 PM GMT+8

    Mariuca,
    I was only attending concert performances. Didn't hang out with them...

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  11. jeanSunday, April 26, 2009 at 9:04:00 PM GMT+8

    Sorry you missed FC Mariuca!I did it once and that's enough for me.I can rest in peace now LOL!Good luck to you dear!

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  12. eastcoastlifeSunday, April 26, 2009 at 9:05:00 PM GMT+8

    jean,
    I'll do my very best for that series of posts on our neighbourhood. :)

    Let me finish my posts on Rediscovering Plants in Malay Cuisine and Culture and then I'll post them.

    *rubbing hands in glee*

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  13. linaSunday, April 26, 2009 at 9:10:00 PM GMT+8

    awww! your post was updated in the Blogger update just 7 minutes ago, and I've already down 12 places. :D

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  14. eastcoastlifeSunday, April 26, 2009 at 9:15:00 PM GMT+8

    lina,
    Blogger update is half an hour late! :)

    Those girls are fast choppers. hehe....

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  15. EbieSunday, April 26, 2009 at 9:43:00 PM GMT+8

    It must be a blast! I see, you enjoyed their music.

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  16. EbieSunday, April 26, 2009 at 9:46:00 PM GMT+8

    ECL, I subscribed so I could be an FC, hehe!

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  17. oceanskies79Sunday, April 26, 2009 at 9:50:00 PM GMT+8

    Looks like your ears have been treated to great music. :)

    Thanks for your company during the concert. :)

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  18. eastcoastlifeSunday, April 26, 2009 at 10:39:00 PM GMT+8

    Ebie,
    Yes, I really enjoyed the music. Though we were not in a grand concert hall, the musicians put their hearts and soul into their music.

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  19. eastcoastlifeSunday, April 26, 2009 at 10:43:00 PM GMT+8

    Ebie,
    How lovely! Welcome to FC Club!
    Have fun being FC. :)

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  20. eastcoastlifeSunday, April 26, 2009 at 10:44:00 PM GMT+8

    oceanskies,
    Great music! For two nights in a row! Thanks for the invite. :)

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  21. MetzSunday, April 26, 2009 at 11:29:00 PM GMT+8

    HI ECL,

    Hope you are having a restful weekend. Always in my heart and prayers. xoxo

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  22. foongpcSunday, April 26, 2009 at 11:31:00 PM GMT+8

    Wow! Envy you. Can get to see Jeremy Monteiro perform!

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  23. Random Thoughts of a Jazz MusoMonday, April 27, 2009 at 1:02:00 AM GMT+8

    Many thanks for the warm hospitality to my musicians and I at Siglap South CC. We had a great time. Hope we can come back and play there at least once a year.

    Don't forget to download my latest album for FREE from the Singapore Swing page at http://www.my singapore.sg

    Also pls visit my website http://www.monteiro.sg or follow me on Twitter @jeremymonteiro

    You guys are great!

    Jeremy Monteiro

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  24. CarverMonday, April 27, 2009 at 2:30:00 AM GMT+8

    Sounds like a fun weekend, and great shots ECL.

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  25. JulianaMonday, April 27, 2009 at 2:42:00 AM GMT+8

    I've never see Jazz live concert ;)

    My WS entry this week : in HERE. I hope you have time to visit. Thanks

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  26. mouseyMonday, April 27, 2009 at 3:48:00 AM GMT+8

    that's surely a fantastic day!

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  27. Feisty CroneMonday, April 27, 2009 at 4:58:00 AM GMT+8

    Wow! Sounds like a lot of fun!

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  28. MonicaMonday, April 27, 2009 at 5:00:00 AM GMT+8

    wow ECL...you get to attend those awesome concerts! cool!!

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  29. eastcoastlifeMonday, April 27, 2009 at 9:43:00 AM GMT+8

    Empty Streets,
    Thanks so much for visiting me every now and then. I hope to see you more often.

    Have a great week ahead!

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  30. eastcoastlifeMonday, April 27, 2009 at 9:45:00 AM GMT+8

    foongpc,
    I jumped at the chance to watch him perform live! hehe....

    I was able to get close to him. :)

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  31. eastcoastlifeMonday, April 27, 2009 at 9:50:00 AM GMT+8

    Dear Jeremy Monteiro,
    Thanks for a wonderful performance! I'm so honoured to meet you and have you visit my blog.

    I'm sure the residents of Siglap would love to have you and your friends play at Siglap South CC every year. :)

    Once again, thanks for bringing your music to the heartlands!

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  32. eastcoastlifeMonday, April 27, 2009 at 9:59:00 AM GMT+8

    Carver,
    Going to music concerts can be a fun experience. :)

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  33. eastcoastlifeMonday, April 27, 2009 at 9:59:00 AM GMT+8

    Juliana,
    Should try to go to one! You would enjoy it too. :)

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  34. eastcoastlifeMonday, April 27, 2009 at 10:00:00 AM GMT+8

    mousey,
    An unforgettable night for me. :)

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  35. eastcoastlifeMonday, April 27, 2009 at 10:01:00 AM GMT+8

    Hi Gran,
    yes, a fun night of jazz music and I had not expected that. :)

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  36. eastcoastlifeMonday, April 27, 2009 at 10:03:00 AM GMT+8

    Monica,
    You might be jealous. I have more invites coming! :P

    I'm honoured to be invited to such events and I'll find time to attend all of them if possible.

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  37. AnonymousMonday, April 27, 2009 at 10:09:00 AM GMT+8

    So exciting!What a great weekend you had! I am jealous.
    mine is here
    http://aguthrieimages.wordpress.com/2009/04/26/weekend-snapshotvasquez-rocks-natural-area-nature-center/

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  38. DoraMonday, April 27, 2009 at 11:35:00 AM GMT+8

    Free download? Good news for many! ;)

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  39. JLMonday, April 27, 2009 at 11:54:00 AM GMT+8

    Wow, what an event! Nice, I'm looking at the free downloads now :D

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  40. heidiMonday, April 27, 2009 at 12:29:00 PM GMT+8

    Will visit their blogs as it sounds like these were wonderful concerts to go to and I am not familiar with these artists. I am living vicariously through you now! LOL!

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  41. eastcoastlifeMonday, April 27, 2009 at 12:58:00 PM GMT+8

    aguthrieimages,
    Please don't be jealous... you had a different enjoyable moment. :)

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  42. eastcoastlifeMonday, April 27, 2009 at 12:59:00 PM GMT+8

    Dora,
    Isn't it awesome to get free download of the King of Swing's latest album! I've got mine already. :)

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  43. eastcoastlifeMonday, April 27, 2009 at 1:00:00 PM GMT+8

    JL,
    Hope you will enjoy the music as much as I do. :)

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  44. eastcoastlifeMonday, April 27, 2009 at 1:02:00 PM GMT+8

    heidi,
    awww... I'm flattered. :)

    It was a world class performance by Jeremy Monteiro and friends that evening. You will enjoy their music.

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  45. AnonymousMonday, April 27, 2009 at 2:20:00 PM GMT+8

    Smart! With the weather these days..best to head indoors for entertainment :)

    p/s: The weather is out to kill!! *sweats*

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  46. LifeRamblingsMonday, April 27, 2009 at 2:41:00 PM GMT+8

    wow, up close and personal with Jeremy Monteiro? you must be on cloud 9 ECL.

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  47. eastcoastlifeMonday, April 27, 2009 at 3:14:00 PM GMT+8

    napaboaniya,
    I'm wilting in this hot weather.

    I'm staying indoors as much as I could, too hot to go out.

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  48. eastcoastlifeMonday, April 27, 2009 at 3:16:00 PM GMT+8

    Life ramblings,
    Of course I'm ecstatic! :)
    I've been meeting celebrities this week. :)

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  49. SASSY MOMMonday, April 27, 2009 at 3:38:00 PM GMT+8

    Looks like you had an exciting weekend! I love jazz too. Have a great week ahead!

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  50. marites1034Monday, April 27, 2009 at 4:33:00 PM GMT+8

    now, that sounds fun and am quite sure a lot of people had fun there.

    My WS is up too.

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  51. UnknownMonday, April 27, 2009 at 5:14:00 PM GMT+8

    that sounds like fun, lovely nights of jazz and the symphony. what an exciting way to spend the weekend!

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  52. MomgenMonday, April 27, 2009 at 6:38:00 PM GMT+8

    That was a great weekend and I know how fun to watch like that. Have a nice Monday.

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  53. lupusurvivorMonday, April 27, 2009 at 7:16:00 PM GMT+8

    you got a great weekend there. i hope one day i could steal some few hours and be in a concert.

    thanks for visiting.

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  54. JoyMonday, April 27, 2009 at 8:43:00 PM GMT+8

    How wonderful that you were able to enjoy such culturally magical evenings!

    Thanks for visiting Norwich Daily Photo and leaving your comment. Come back tomorrow!


    joy
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  55. GattinaMonday, April 27, 2009 at 9:17:00 PM GMT+8

    With all this going out I suppose you are on your knees now, lol !

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  56. MaRMonday, April 27, 2009 at 9:41:00 PM GMT+8

    I love jazz music and I will check out that free download :)
    Thanks for the link, ECL!

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  57. ArleneMonday, April 27, 2009 at 10:46:00 PM GMT+8

    Wow you had a very wonderful and memorable musical week-end! :)

    Thanks for dropping by at my WS entry. :)

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  58. Jean-Luc PicardTuesday, April 28, 2009 at 3:22:00 AM GMT+8

    Sounds like a great jazz event there, ECL.

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  59. Heart of RachelWednesday, April 29, 2009 at 9:01:00 PM GMT+8

    It must have been a fine night of great music.

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  60. LadynredThursday, April 30, 2009 at 9:56:00 PM GMT+8

    look like you had fun at the concert. I love jazz and latin music.

    Re: I'm excited for the new baby..hehe
    Thanks for the comment.

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