Guymon Ensley ~ GEQ Jazz: Getjazzed Trio
"Getjazzed Trio" plays the classics that were written and performed by the legends of jazz. The group performs without percussion so that the essence of chord progression and melody can be clearly heard. The band's repertoire includes jazz standards, bebop and original compositions.
Bandleader/trumpeter Guymon Ensley writes many of the original pieces for the group's unique instrumentation. Along with Ensley on trumpet and flug
el horn, are Marion Heyden on upright bass, and pianist Phil Lesky. The original compositions have a unique sound, but noted jazz standards such as "Take The A Train" and "Satin Doll" or Ensley's own "Oops Oh Well," take on a special dimension without the "crash-bang" of drums. The band's presentation is especially suited for background or featured music at: Corporate Events, Banquets, Wedding Receptions and Dinner Parties.____________________________________________________
Imagine "Stella By Starlight" or "Nica's Dream" or a beboping original swinging at a medium volume while dinner participants or guests arrive . . . elegant "jazz" by Getjazzed Trio as a backdrop. The bass is walking, the piano/guitar is marking the chord progressions and a muted trumpet stating the melody . . . a toe or two will began to tap as they recognize the song. Situated in a recessed area in the large lobby area or a small section of the large ball room, is Getjazzed Trio, playing cool and notable numbers as "'Round Midnight" or "Speak No Evil," but without any percussion.
Or, as the servers bring in the salads or appetizers, Getjazzed Trio is swinging at a pleasing volume, presenting the "wall paper," swinging with recognizable standards as "So What" by Miles or Tranes "My Favorite Things." What a pleasent change from the typical singer and piano player setup.
Another quiet, yet unforgettable elegant presentation of the jazz classics is what "Getjazzed Trio" delivers.___________________________________________________
Past Performances
FEBRUARY 9, 2011
DETROIT MEDICAL CENTER "GEM" AWARDS DETROIT MEDICAL CENTER - DETROIT, MI
DECEMBER 10 2010
AARP / ARTS LEAGUE OF MICHIGAN - "FOR GROWN FOLKS ONLY" - VIRGIL CARR CULTURAL CENTER - DETROIT, MI
Held at the Virgil Carr Cultural Center, downtown Detroit, the 50+ crowd talked about the "For Grown Folks Only" topics. "Getjazzed Trio" (Guymon Ensley, noted bassist Marion Hayden, and accomplished pianist Phil Lesky) heated up the attendees with selections from the legends of classic jazz and be-bop and accompainied "edutainer" and humorist, Ms. Francine Dent.
NOVEMBER 18, 2010
SUGAR LAW CENTER - UNITED WAY EVENT FUND RAISER - DETROIT, MI
NOVEMBER 11, 2010
CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION - 6TH ANNUAL GREATER LANSING WINE OPENER - EAGLE EYE GOLF CLUB - BATH, MI
JANUARY 28, 2010
DETROIT MEDICAL CENTER "GEM" AWARDS DETROIT MEDICAL CENTER KRESGE AUDITORIUM - DETROIT, MI
SEPTEMBER-NOVEMBER, 2009 - AARP 50+ "CIRCLE OF ENGAGEMENT" SERIES A series of four roundtable conversations in September, October and November was attended by nearly 400 baby boomers, where they had the opportunity for AARP Michigan to listen more deeply to the voices of African American members to discover ways to build an on-the-ground foundation of service, said Senior Manager, State Operations, Jacqueline Morrison. Held at the Doubletree Fort/Shelby Hotel, downtown Detroit, the 50+ crowd talked about the "For Grown Folks Only" topics: Life Purpose at 50+, Pathways to Health & Wellness, Secureing Your Financial Future, and Civic Engagement. The GEQ Jazz Trio (Guymon Ensley, noted bassist Marion Hayden, and pianist Phil Lesky) heated up the attendees with selections from the legends of classic jazz and be-bop and accompainied "edutainer" and humorist, Ms. Francine Dent.
OCTOBER 22, 2009
CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION - 5TH ANNUAL GREATER LANSING WINE OPENER EAGLE EYE GOLF CLUB - BATH, MI