The St. Petersburg-based jazz swing band Jazz DaddyOs performed live in the WUSF Studio for Jazz on Arts Axis Florida’s Studio Performance Series premiere. Led by seasoned professional performer and multi-instrumentalist Eric Enfield, the Jazz DaddyOs specializes in roaring ’20’s Gatsby Speakeasy Music, and popular ‘40s & ‘50s Jazz with New Orleans influences. The trio version of the group, which accommodates up to 7 players depending on performances, includes lead vocals by Mary Miller and saxophone/clarinet by Wayne Pearson.

Set List:

1. Royal Garden Blues - Clarence and Spencer Williams 

2. Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams - Harry Barris/Koehler & Moll 

3. Everybody Loves My Baby - Clarence Williams/Jack Palmer

4. I Gotta Right to Sing the Blues - Ted Koehler/Harold Arlen


Personnel:

Eric Enfield, Bandleader, keyboards/bass pedals/drums/vocals

Wayne Pearson, clarinet/saxophone

Mary Miller, vocals