Our Ministers Innovative, Enigmatic, and Inventive are all words that are used to describe this centurys visionary musician, Wayne Shorter. In addition to a number of roles in Wellington, Chris has served with the International Peace Monitoring Team in the Solomon Islands, the NewZealand delegation to the UNGeneral Assembly and was seconded to the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Dave Samuels, a master mallet player whose primary instruments were vibraphone and marimba, died on April 22 in New York City, following a long illness. Farewell, brother.. I learned what I could and then just went out and played. Read the latest news, case studies and media updates from New Zealand Story. In the pantheons of guitar players, Jeff was the chosen one, said Steve Vai of the late Jeff Beck. In 1993, Samuels founded the Caribbean Jazz Project, an acclaimed and award-winning Latin-jazz ensemble that became his primary vehicle for the remainder of his career. Te Puni Kkiri provides independent policy advice to the Minister and Associate Minister for Mori Development and the Minister for Whnau Ora. He is replacing Michelle Hippolite, who announced her resignation this year. Another noteworthy recording was Samuels salute to one of his vibraphone heroesTjader-ized: A Tribute To Cal Tjader, released by Verve in 1998. here, Previously helped promote NZs primary industries in the Middle East and Asia. The 10 Best Jazz Albums of the 1950s: Critics Picks, Year in Review: The Top 40 Jazz Albums of 2022, Year in Review: The Top 10 Historical Albums of 2022. Details will be announced as they develop on social media. Ren de Monchy joined Tourism New Zealand in August 2015. His death was announced by the band on its official Facebook page, and confirmed by his daughter, Sarah Samuels. Samuels left Spyro Gyra in 2005 and made the Caribbean Jazz Project his primary musical outlet. Grace provided oversight and direction over the Waitangi Units administrative and support services to the Waitangi Tribunal. Facebook gives people the power to. As Deputy Secretary Critical Projects, he is responsible for delivering a broad range of projects aimed at helping government see how it can work best with Mori to support whnau to thrive. View the profiles of people named David Samuels. Among the contributors to that disc were Valentin (flute), Eddie Palmieri (piano), Ray Barretto (congas), David Snchez (tenor saxophone) and Steve Khan (acoustic guitar). Often, the vibraphone can create this abstract, mellow mood, says Marsalis, shown here with journalist Michael Jackson. During his long career, Samuels collaborated with a vast array of musicians, including Chet Baker, Carla Bley, Billy Cobham, Freddy Cole, the Fantasy Band, Art Garfunkel, Stan Getz, Christian Howes, Bruce Hornsby, Bob James, Paul McCandless, Pat Metheny, Gerry Mulligan, Gerry Niewood, Oscar Peterson, Diane Schuur, Nestor Torres, Yellowjackets and Frank Zappa. Former Te Puni Kkiri chief executive Sir Wira Gardiner says Dave Samuels is the right person at the right time for the top job in the Mori ministry. Dave Samuels, a Grammy-award winning vibraphonist best known for his work over three decades with the crossover jazz-fusion band Spyro Gyra, passed away April 22 in New York City after a long illness. Dave Samuels, a master mallet player whose primary instruments were vibraphone and marimba, died on April 22 in New York City, following a long illness. The most influential non-Latin figure in Latin jazz is paid respectful homage by another non-Latin vibraphonist of note, Spyro Gyra's Dave Samuels, who put together a heavyweight ensemble of Latin jazz stars for the job. MPI works to enable and partner with primary industries to continue growing and protecting New Zealand. After working in the international arena for the past five years growing trade and market access in New Zealands primary industries in the Middle East and Asia, Dave has returned home to lead Te Puni Kkiri. The CJPs 2008 release, Afro Bop Alliancewhich included standards as well as Samuels original compositionswon a Latin Grammy award in the category Best Latin Jazz Album. 24 on the Billboard Hot 100 pop singles chart. | By Te Karere | Facebook Log In Forgot Account? [2][3], In 1979 he began recording with Spyro Gyra, eventually becoming a member of the band in 1986 and remaining with it through the 1990s. Samuels involvement with Spyro Gyra spanned from 1977 to 1994, and he appeared on 20 of the bands recordings, including the 1993 album Dreams Beyond Control, which reached No. It has nothing to do with whether you become a professional musician or not. Ray joined MPI on 1 November 2018 and is proud to be given the opportunity to work in a sector that has so much potential to influence both the standard of living and positive environmental outcomes for New Zealanders and for our children and future generations. As a solo artist, Samuels discography includes One Step Ahead (1980), Natural Selection (1991) and Synergy With Samuels (1994), among others. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news, updates and resources, For visual assets and marketing resources, Search our toolkit. Geoffs previous position as an Executive Director at the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (DPMC) included a two-month intensive stint in the National Crisis Management Centre in response to COVID-19 in May 2020. Dave has held numerous policy and operational leadership roles with the Department of Corrections, Te Puni Kokiri and the Ministry for Primary Industries. Associate Minister for Mori Development Hon Willie Jackson Minister for Mori Development Manager Dave Samuels Chief Executive, Te Puni Kkiri Organisations Te Mngai Pho Te Tumu Paeroa Sector Public Service Last updated 22 October 2020 Copyright GrandNews Theme Demo - Theme by ThemeGoods. Dave (David) Tokohau Samuels is a seasoned public service leader with strong ties to iwi, hap and whnau Mori. The group won a Grammy for Best Latin Jazz Album (2002s The Gathering) and a Latin Grammy in the same category (2008s Afro Bop Alliance). During his time as the Policy Director, he led successful initiatives to bolster Mori economic and business development and the development of the Mori Economic Strategy and Action Plan He kai kei aku ringa which was released in 2012. He is the Secretary for Mori Development. The deeply emotive. Become a member and get exclusive access to articles, live sessions and more! Across her public service career to date, Terina has worked at the Environmental Protection Authority, Inland Revenue, and the Department of Corrections. He brings these skills and more to the role of Deputy Secretary, Policy Partnerships. Samuels enjoyed a long musical partnership with fellow mallet instrumentalist David Friedman, with whom he founded The Mallet Duo and the band Double Image. 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She also guided the Mori Land Courts national network of offices, to provide a range of services for Mori landowners and their whnau and hap. To make a donation to the Alzheimers Association in honor of David Alan Samuels, click here. Years later, Dave attained a Master of Philosophy (Humanities and Social Sciences) in Defence and Strategic Studies from Massey University and a Master of Public Administration degree (with Merit) from Victoria University of Wellington. They really have had very little impact in the past 20 years, Samuels said. Enron. Paul has been Chairman of Gareth Morgan Investments Ltd and Kiwibank Investment Management Ltd and a Director of Kiwi Insurance Ltd, New Zealand Home Loans Ltd, Kiwibank Custodial Services Ltd, AMP Home Loans Ltd, Kiwi Capital Securities Ltd, Kiwi Capital Funding Ltd and Kiwi Wealth Management Ltd. Peter has been Chief Executive of NZTE since October 2011. National State of Emergency declared to assist in the response to Cyclone Gabrielle. tpk.govt.nz 189 7 Comments Like Comment Share Te Puni Kkiri 8,567 followers 3d Report this post Report Report. Its a process thats always growing; it never stops, he said of learning about music. He said he had no doubt that under Mr Samuels' leadership, Te Puni Kkiri would help improve wellbeing for whnau, hap and iwi. Mr Samuels was welcomed into the job on Monday. David Alan Samuels was born October 9, 1948 in Waukegan, Illinois. Whatever label they wear, CJP have a bright, infectious sound, led by vibraphonist Dave Samuels' bubbling and watery tones and, on three tracks here, the amazing talking steel drums of Andy Narell. Join Facebook to connect with David Samuels and others you may know. Dave Samuels Interview 11,552 views Jan 23, 2013 159 Dislike Share Save Yamaha_Global 256K subscribers Dave Samuels plays the vibraphone and talks about how he started to play Jazz, his. About|Terms of Use|PrivacyCopyright 2023 Maher Publications. SPORTING TIMES/HOME OWNERS' MONTHLY, INC. SOCIETY FOR RESEARCH ON ADOLESCENCE, INC. , CREATE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT FUND CORPORATION. Geoff Short has extensive experience working across Government and with Mori communities. 2023 Madavor Media, LLC. He played drums and piano as a child. Joining DPMC from his role as Assistant Commissioner at the State Services Commission, Geoff worked with the Chief Executives of ten social sector agencies to lift system performance. Victoria Blood has a long and international career in the entertainment and creative industries, working with some of the biggest names in New Zealands music scene, including managing Gin Wigmore. She held the role for over six years and was the first whine to lead the organisation. Even if youre playing something for the 300th time, you can still come up with something new. Congratulations to the winners of Te Matatini 2023, Te Kapa Haka o Te Whnau a Apanui! [2], Samuels wrote columns for the magazines Modern Percussionist and Modern Drummer, a method book, and made an instructional video. But, Read More In Memoriam: Wayne Shorter, The story of the 55 Bar dates back to Prohibition, when the underground West Village watering hole opened as a speakeasy. We are pleased to have Hugh join our Te Puni Kkiri whnau. Soon he was recording and performing with Gerry Mulligan, Carla Bley, and Gerry Niewood. Most recently she was the Ministrys Director of Education, Waikato. "From a Mori point of view, an iwi point of view, what we want is a leader in TPK that is connected, understands the nuances of the politics of Wellington and is able to achieve the objectives Nanaia (Mahuta), his Minister, and Peeni (Henare), his other Minister, set for him, and I'm pretty confident he will," Sir Wira says. Paul Brock was the Kiwibank Group Chief Executive from 2010-2017. An extensive background in the financial services industry has also included senior management positions with Westpac and Trust Bank. . She has been Chair of the New Zealand Music Commission since 2013, and is Leader of WeCreate Incorporated, providing advice to the Government on policy matters affecting the creative sector. It soon became Samuels project alone, a vehicle for exploring various styles of Latin and Afro-Caribbean jazz. Hughs experience of both national and international broader public service provides Te Puni Kkiri with an opportunity to develop innovative solutions from a unique perspective. Drummer/vibraphonist Jason Marsalis, in town with the New Orleans Groovemasters, took time for a listening session and. (DOS ID: 1080724). Additionally, Samuels contributed to one of Spyro Gyras biggest airplay successes, playing marimba and steel drums on the title track to the 1979 album Morning Dance. Holds a Master of Philosophy in Defence and Strategic Studies from Massey University and a Master of Public Administration (with merit) from Victoria University. He leads a workforce of 3,000 people in over 70 locations in New Zealand and around the world. Samara Joy gives her acceptance speech at the Grammys on Feb. 5. A BusinessDesk subscription is your key to unlocking the Chair New Zealand Story Advisory Board, Secretary and CEO Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Director-General Ministry for Primary Industries. While he isn't widely known in Moridom, he has the confidence of senior minister. Survivors include two brothers, Stephen and Jeffrey; a daughter, Sarah; and Samuels partner, Janet Ross. which means that www.govt.nz might not display properly on your device. Born and raised in Wellington, Terina holds a Bachelor of Science from the Victoria University of Wellington. Earlier today, American jazz fusion band Spyro Gyra released a statement through their official Facebook page confirming the death of former bandmate, vibraphonist and marimba player Dave Samuels, who was aged 70. Terina served in the substantive role of Chief Advisor to the Chief Executive leading strategy and organisational growth and change. Te Puni Kkiri means a group moving forward together. He learned vibes and marimba while a student at Boston University. Formulated the Mori economic strategy and action plan He kai kei aku ringa, released in 2012. During his military career Hugh completed multiple overseas operational deployments, including being the Deputy Commanding General of Coalition Forces for the Defeat ISIS campaign in Iraq in 2016-2017. By the time he graduated with a degree in psychology from Boston University, he was playing mallet instruments. Chris also spent some time in the Ministry of Defence as Deputy Secretary, Policy and Planning from 2004-2008. View Dave Samuels results including current phone number, address, relatives, background check report, and property record with Whitepages. A recipient of Grammy and Latin Grammy awards, Samuels had a long association with the band Spyro Gyra, and he was a co-founder of The Caribbean Jazz Project, as well as several . During the 1980s he also recorded with Paul McCandless, Art Lande, Anthony Davis, and Bobby McFerrin. Last updated: Friday, 3 March 2023 | Terina is currently completing her Master of Public Management with the Australian New Zealand School of Government. In 1966 he enrolled in Boston University, where he learned to play vibraphone and marimba, and extended his studies at Bostons Berklee College of Music, where he studied under Gary Burton. The Company's current operating status is Active The branches went north and south, and there is a tremendous amount of music connected to that tree. He began playing professionally at 15, and shortly thereafter began exploring the jazz clubs in nearby Chicago. There are 200+ professionals named "Dave Samuels", who use LinkedIn to exchange information, ideas, and opportunities. Mr Samuels, of Waikato-Tainui and Te Whakathea, will start as chief executive of the Ministry of Mori Development in September. Hugh has a Master of Military Art and Science and a Master of Strategic Studies from United States institutions, and in the 2012 Queens Birthday Honours was awarded the Distinguished Service Decoration for services to the NZ Defence Force in reference to his service in Afghanistan. DOMESTIC PROFESSIONAL SERVICE CORPORATION, DAVID SAMUELS, V.M.D., P.C. One of the most prodigious composers and singular, harmonically sophisticated improvisers in jazz history, tenor and. He is a former Deputy Secretary for Education at the Ministry of Education, assigned to the Minister of Educations Office as Chief Advisor. David Kenneth Samuels, 51 Resides in Englewood, CO Lived In Denver CO, Arlington VA, Washington DC, Albany NY Related To Elizabeth Samuels, Barbara Samuels, Carol Samuels, William Samuels Includes Address (11) Phone (9) Email (4) See Results David Rustam Samuels, 61 Resides in Newton, NC Rmere, 03 Poutterangi, 2023. Hugh brings lived leadership, and strategic and operational experience to his role culminating from over 30 years service as an officer in Ngti Tmatauenga (New Zealand Army) and more recently in Defence strategy and intelligence roles. Founded in 1993, The Caribbean Jazz Project initially featured Samuels, reedist Paquito DRivera and steel pan player Andy Narell. Equitable & effective government performance for Mori, List of advice received by the Minister for Mori Development, List of advice received by the Associate Minister for Mori Development, List of advice received by the Minister for Whnau Ora. Hugh McAslan is seconded to Te Puni Kkiri from Te Ope Katua O Aotearoa (New Zealand Defence Force) until late 2024 in the role of Deputy Secretary Critical Projects and Governance. Samuels moved to New York in 1974, where his chops and Burtons endorsement quickly gained him work with Mulligans band, as well as recording sessions on Bleys seminal 3/4 for Piano and Orchestra and Zappas jazz-infected 1977 album Zappa in New York. Dave Samuels has established himself as the top mallet player of his generation. One day they called me up and asked me to go on tour, he recalled. Explore Dave Samuels's discography including top tracks, albums, and reviews. He first joined MFAT in 1985. Or at least you can inspire someone else to play something different. Grace Smit is Deputy Secretary - Strategy, Finance, and Performance. With public service experience across a broad range of policy, operational and service design responsibilities, Grace brings a wealth of experience and expertise to lead our strategy, finance and performance functions. Started career as an infantry officer in the NZ Army. It entered jazz lore Read More Favorite Number, You never quite knew what Chicago bassist Kelly Sill was going to play (or what he was going to say). As part of this mahi, Grace worked closely with Te Puni Kkiri on joint initiatives, including improving services and support for Mori Landowners through the Whenua Mori Programme, and working on amendments to Te Ture Whenua Mori legislation. He is the Secretary for Mori Development. The third of three brothers, he began to play drums at age six, inspired by his two older brothers who played saxophone and piano. By David Samuels. Te Matatini Herenga Waka Herenga Tangata was a great opportunity to share krero, all the while enjoying the best that the world of . Samuels was also an active and sought-after educator, teaching at both Berklee and the New England Conservatory of Music. This is not the official website of this company. 4, "Dave Samuels | Album Discography | AllMusic", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Dave_Samuels&oldid=1142428577, This page was last edited on 2 March 2023, at 09:22. David Alan Samuels was born Oct. 9, 1948, in Waukegan, Illinois. Her role at Te Puni Kkiri allows Grace to draw from her kete of knowledge, to help deliver a high performing support system that enables the organisation to achieve its vision of Thriving Whnau. I learned to improvise the way most of the earlier jazz artists did, he said. Free and open company data on New York (US) company DAVID SAMUELS, V.M.D., P.C. Ray Smith is Director-General at the New Zealand Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI). It was as a session musician that he first encountered Spyro Gyra when they were a local bar band up in Buffalo, he told Heckman. Living in various places across New Zealand growing up, Geoff went on to study at the University of Waikato and later at Victoria University of Wellington. He made a two-volume instructional video, Mallet Keyboard Musicianship, in 1988, and published a method book, Contemporary Vibraphone Technique, in 1992. Published since 1970, JazzTimesAmericas Jazz Magazineprovides comprehensive and in-depth coverage of the jazz scene. He is replacing Michelle Hippolite, who announced her resignation this year. Shorter performing at the 2015 Earshot Jazz Festival in Seattle. Your browser currently has JavaScript turned off, He was 70 years old. He has not been well for quite a while, but the pain of his passing is as acute as it would be even if it had not been long expected. But you always knew that Read More Kelly Sill, My introduction to Joeys music was in 1995 when I was given his Live at the 5 Spot CD as a Christmas gift and immediately Read More In Memoriam: Joey DeFrancesco, America's jazz resource, delivered to your inbox.
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