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Azo Bell at Balmain Acoustic Music Festival.
Biography
Azo Bell’s solo ukulele show at Balmain Acoustic Music Festival will feature his original tunes and songs written for the ukulele plus standards not usually associated with the ukulele.
Azo has a serious commitment to having fun with music, without making fun of the music, or trying to be ‘funny’. Since his 2002 performances in New York and New Jersy he is acknowledged in the US ukulele community for his originality and virtuosity. Best known in Australia for his work with the Old Spice Boys and Mic Conway’s National Junk Band.
"Azo Bell is one of the most interesting and creative uke players around the world today. He’s a virtuoso musician who never fails to surprise and delight with his ever-changing ideas. His dedication to this humble yet challenging instrument is evident in the music he produces." - Bob Brozman
"Azo Bell is a master musician and a superb ukulele player. In Bell’s hands this modest instrument is an object of wonder." - Steve Baker, Rhythms Magazine
"Bell, both a virtuoso and highly imaginative improviser, wrests some glorious sounds from his ukulele. - John Shand, Sydney Morning Herald.
Solo ukulele CD ‘small time’ out now distributed through Vitamin Records.
