The Driftwood Jazz Band captured the spirit of traditional Dixieland. Formed in 1959 at the Driftwood Club (Phillip Ballroom) in West Rosebud, they went on to perform at many of Melbourne’s top jazz venues. While rooted in Dixieland, they offered personalized takes on the entire jazz gamut, from New Orleans to mainstream. Their lively and unique interpretations of such a broad spectrum of jazz attracted record crowds to the popular Opus 61 club. In 1964 they released an EP on the Crest label. After the group disbanded, Barry Veith went on to form the Barry Veith Big Band, which gained a strong reputation in Melbourne during the 70s. Derek Harris died in 2008, and Brian O'Neill in 2022.
Members
Derek Harris (trumpet), Brian O'Neill (trombone), Barry Veith (clarinet), John Cawthan (vocals, guitar, banjo), John Adams (piano), Peter Barker (drums), Graham McClean (bass)
EPs'Derek Harris And The Driftwood Jazz Band' 1964 Crest
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