Ranger and the Re-Arrangers

4611 Woodson Lane Northeast,Bainbridge Island WA 98110

15 January, 2022

Description

Regional favorite gypsy-jazz outfit will be performing an intimate and raucous performance at the Historic Manor House. Ranger and the “Re-Arrangers” evoke the spirit of a Paris cafe and the raucous energy of a Romani campsite with their version of Hot Club Swing. “At the heart of their sound is Ranger's sweet violin playing… his sense of melody and daring improvisations” (World Rhythm). The band’s repertoire includes swing standards, traditional European melodies, and the music of Django Reinhardt. Genre Background: "Hot Club Swing," is named after the group that featured guitarist Django Reinhardt and violinist Stephane Grappelli. In the 1930's they blended their own musical legacies with the new American art form of jazz, Soon their recordings brought international fame to the genre. Hot Club Swing is characterized by upbeat, high-energy swing on acoustic instruments, especially guitar, violin, bass, clarinet, and accordion. Band accolades: 2007 & 2010: Finalist--Best World Traditional Song, Independent Music Awards 2011 & 2016: Performed at Djangofest Northwest, North America’s premier Hot Club festival Press Quotes: "Inescapably hum-able and a toe-tap-ful." (Zach Hudson - Victory Music Review) “At the heart of their sound is Ranger Sciacca's sweet violin playing… his sense of melody and daring improvisations”. (World Rhythm Webzine) “So much rhythm from the strings--it's almost hard to imagine until it happens!” (Baker Stocking) Innovative Jazz... a spiced up rhythm section that brings a syncopated slant to Django's great music. (Eddie Williams - Full Circuit Sound) "Ranger And The Re-Arrangers deliver guitar work so sharp it cuts in an ensemble as tight as piano wire. The marriage of violin and guitar here is exquisite." (Wildy's World CD Review) Ranger’s playing “features frantic staccato runs, pizzicato plucking that keeps one on the edge and an overall sense of tone that reveals many shades and moods.” (World Rhythm Webzine) "(Ranger) plays it like the old kings of swing jazz did." (Alex Young - Consequence of Sound) “Impressive because not many people can play a fiddle so well, and comforting because it’s nice to know that there’s a community of musicians keeping an old, storied genre alive.” (Alex Young - Consequence of Sound) Ranger Sciacca - Violin Dave Stewart - Mandolin and Vocals Jeffrey Moose - Percussion and Vocals Mike Sciacca - Rhythm Guitar Mick Nicholson - Bass SHOW FAQ: Seating: Theater Style seating - on a first come first serve basis. Food/Drink: We have a full service bar available for attendees. We wanted to let you know that Joe’s Restaurant is open at 4pm for drop-in dining (no reservations taken) with tables seating up to 4 guests. If you’re seated by 5:30 and let our staff know you’re attending the performance, we will make sure you have plenty of time to enjoy Joe’s appetizers, pastas, pizzas, salads and desserts before the event. There will also be a full bar and snacks available at the Manor House starting at 6:30 before the concert, and during intermission. No service during show time. Thank you for choosing to spend a musical evening with us. After the performance, Joe's will be open later for attendees for drinks. Covid Policy: Masks are required for admittance, and only removed for eating/drinking. We follow the Covid policy guidelines of Washington State and Kitsap county. More information can be found here at:https://kitsappublichealth.org/communityHealth/Covid-19/CoronaVirus.php ADA Compliance: The Manor House is ADA compliant. We kindly ask guests to come in through the main entrance in the upper parking lot for easy access. We can easily accommodate wheel chairs, and other specific needs. Please contact us directly at [email protected] if you have any special requests.