diversions ddv24150 Smile - a CD to raise funds for Macmillan Cancer Support

SMILE
CAROL JARVIS

A very special CD for (and by) a very special musician. Trombonist Carol Jarvis is a fine and much in demand performer. Diagnosed in 2004 with Hodgkin's Lymphoma at the age of only 26, Carol has fought through the disease with pioneering treatment and has maintained her position as one of the UK's leading instrumentalists. In her own words; “a cancer diagnosis doesn't have to be a death sentence. It can be a very dark and lonely place, but it also opens your eyes to the world. If anything, my life is so much better since that diagnosis as I don't take anything for granted anymore and treasure even the smallest things.” We are honoured to be able to present this wonderful album for the benefit of Macmillan Cancer Support; thanks are due to everyone who has contributed in any way. Carol is accompanied by a hand-picked orchestra conducted by Roderick Dunk. See photos below from the official launch party at the Forge in Camden (thanks to Aimee Aldersley of Macmillan for the pics)

cover image: 'Golden Girl' by Rolf Harris, kindly given by Rolf in support of this project and used by permission. tracks: What are you doing New Year's Eve (Loesser) When you Wish upon a Star (Washington) Carol's Tune (Dunk) * How High the Moon (Lewis/Hamilton) Polka Dots and Moonbeams (van Heusen) But Beautiful (van Heusen) Caravan (Ellington/Mills/Tizol) Sång till Lotta (Sandström) Night & Day (Porter) Alfie (Bacharach) For Absent Friends (Purves) * Tico-Tico (Abreu) Principal Uncertainty (Booth) * Spain (Corea) In the Wee Small Hours of the Morning (Mann) Smile (Chaplin) * composed specially for this album - thanks to Mel Purves, Rod Dunk and Barry Booth.	SMILE CAROL JARVIS A very special CD for (and by) a very special musician. Trombonist Carol Jarvis is a fine and much in demand performer. Diagnosed in 2004 with Hodgkin's Lymphoma at the age of only 26, Carol has fought through the disease with pioneering treatment and has maintained her position as one of the UK's leading instrumentalists. In her own words; “a cancer diagnosis doesn't have to be a death sentence. It can be a very dark and lonely place, but it also opens your eyes to the world. If anything, my life is so much better since that diagnosis as I don't take anything for granted anymore and treasure even the smallest things.” We are honoured to be able to present this wonderful album for the benefit of Macmillan Cancer Support; thanks are due to everyone who has contributed in any way. Carol is accompanied by a hand-picked orchestra conducted by Roderick Dunk. See photos below from the official launch party at the Forge in Camden (thanks to Aimee Aldersley of Macmillan for the pics)		For every CD sold 50% of gross receipts (with a minimum of £1.50) will be paid direct to Macmillan Cancer Support. For that reason, discount vouchers are not valid with this product! Registered Charity: England & Wales 261017 Scotland: SC039907 Isle of Man: 604
		playing time: 62.47 direct sale price: £8.50 audio sample: Night & Day (extract)	photo: Steve MacDonald
	review extracts: for full reviews click here
	“Recorded in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support, a charity close to Carol Jarvis's heart for very personal reasons, Smile is an entertaining and highly polished showcase of the soloist's versatility on the trombone. This beautiful, often touching and always entertaining CD is a perfect demonstration of her passion for both causes [cancer support and music].” – Christopher Thomas (Music Web)
	“A musician worth hearing... an album of high-grade easy listening” – Fred Dellar (Mojo)
	“wonderful album... produced for the benefit of Macmillan Cancer Support. In addition to the good cause, I enjoyed hearing it very much, hope to hear more from Carol.” - Brian Wilson (MusicWeb Download Roundup)
	“Beautifully played... a wonderful testimony to the talent and spirit of a very remarkable musician” – Robert Beale (Manchester Evening News)

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	ddv 24150 (uk version) "SMILE" is in the running for a Grammy award - subject to final voting by members of the Recording Academy. Help us to promote the CD and raise more funds for Macmillan Cancer Support by checking out this dedicated webpage
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