All rights reserved. Innovative, Enigmatic, and Inventive are all words that are used to describe this centurys visionary musician, Wayne Shorter. As well as dealing with a reset of the Ministry sought by Mori Development Minister Nanaia Mahuta, Mr Samuels will also be in a good position to assist Mori exporters who want to attend Expo 2020 in Dubai. One of an iconic triumvirate of 60s rock guitar gods, along with Jimi Hendrix and Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck set the. 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. Drummer/vibraphonist Jason Marsalis, in town with the New Orleans Groovemasters, took time for a listening session and. Become a member and get exclusive access to articles, live sessions and more! He began his career as an infantry officer in the New Zealand Army and has led New Zealand soldiers in Singapore and Malaysia and seen operational service in Lebanon, Syria, Bougainville, and East Timor. Terina is currently completing her Master of Public Management with the Australian New Zealand School of Government. Our board provides governance over our strategy and oversees organisational performance. Along with her passion for economic change-making, she is a champion for Aotearoas innovators and businesses to unlock the solutions needed to address climate change and social challenges. He is replacing Michelle Hippolite, who announced her resignation this year. He learned vibes and marimba while a student at Boston University. [I]f youre an improviser, playing the same material doesnt have to be a handicap, Samuels told journalist Don Heckman of his approach to performance. Holds a Master of Philosophy in Defence and Strategic Studies from Massey University and a Master of Public Administration (with merit) from Victoria University. I learned what I could and then just went out and played. 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. Samuels has held various senior roles in. Geoff Short has extensive experience working across Government and with Mori communities. In 1993 he created the Caribbean Jazz Project. Published since 1970, JazzTimesAmericas Jazz Magazineprovides comprehensive and in-depth coverage of the jazz scene. 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. - Sep 2019, Secretary for Mori Development and Chief Executive Officer, Sep 2019 It has to do with you becoming a professional human being.. Shorter performing at the 2015 Earshot Jazz Festival in Seattle. He continued his studies at the Berklee College of Music, also in Boston, and studied with vibraphonist Gary Burton. To make a donation to the Alzheimers Association in honor of David Alan Samuels, click here. Terina served in the substantive role of Chief Advisor to the Chief Executive leading strategy and organisational growth and change. David Tokohau Samuels of Waikato-Tainui and Te Whakathea has been welcomed into his role. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news, updates and resources, For visual assets and marketing resources, Search our toolkit. During the 1980s he also recorded with Paul McCandless, Art Lande, Anthony Davis, and Bobby McFerrin. Mr Samuels, of Waikato-Tainui and Te Whakathea, will start as chief executive of the Ministry of Mori Development in September. In 1966 he enrolled in Boston . Our Mori Advisory Group provides guidance on protocols, language and content development to ensure that New Zealands storytelling reflects and connects to Te Ao Mori with authenticity. As a solo artist, Samuels discography includes One Step Ahead (1980), Natural Selection (1991) and Synergy With Samuels (1994), among others. Winter Love, April Joy featured Friedman and Samuels playing vibraphone, marimba and bass marimba. His earlier career included assignments in Tehran, Canberra, London and Papua New Guinea, where he was High Commissioner. Across her public service career to date, Terina has worked at the Environmental Protection Authority, Inland Revenue, and the Department of Corrections. In her role she oversees investment in innovation that will build capability among Mori communities so they can achieve their aspirations and move towards intergenerational transformation. Jazz vocalist Samara Joy was crowned Best New Artist during this years Grammy Awards on Feb. 5. Copyright 2019, UMA Broadcasting Ltd: www.waateanews.com, Enter your email address to receive regular updates from Waatea News. Sir Wira says while his fellow former soldier worked in a senior policy role at the ministry, more relevant is his more recent trade roles for the Ministry of Primary Industries in the Middle East and China. He's David Samuels of Waikato-Tainui and Whakathea descent. In the pantheons of guitar players, Jeff was the chosen one, said Steve Vai of the late Jeff Beck. 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. - Mar 2015, Consul and Regional Agriculture Counsellor, Mar 2015 His busy schedule with Spyro Gyra did not prevent Samuels from maintaining a solo career, however. Sign in to continue reading, The Spyro Gyra and Caribbean Jazz Project vibraphonist passed away April 22. One of the most prodigious composers and singular, harmonically sophisticated improvisers in jazz history, tenor and. Among the books he wrote are Contemporary Vibraphone Technique: A Musical Approach (two volumes) and Afro-Cuban Big Band Play-Along, an instruction manual with an accompanying CD. DRivera and Narell would eventually leave the group, and Samuels became its leader. Paul Brock was the Kiwibank Group Chief Executive from 2010-2017. Te Matatini Herenga Waka Herenga Tangata was a great opportunity to share krero, all the while enjoying the best that the world of . He also continued freelancing with McCandless, Friedman, and others, and in 1995 was a part of Gerry Mulligans final recordings. Burt Bacharach, who died in Los Angeles at age 94 on Feb. 8, was among the last of a small, oddly isolated island of. Formulated the Mori economic strategy and action plan He kai kei aku ringa, released in 2012. He was 70. 2023 Madavor Media, LLC. 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. [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. He is the Secretary for Mori Development. Terinas previous role was at Manat m ng Iwi te Moana-nui--Kiwa, Ministry for Pacific Peoples, where she served as a member of the Executive Leadership Team. 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. As Director Commercial, Ren manages Tourism New Zealands Commercial function which brings together our offshore offices and global Business Events team. He was previously Cultural Development Manager for Air New Zealand where he designed and oversaw the implementation of Air New Zealands Mori strategy. Louise brings a unique skillset and excellent understanding of global markets, from her time in global business management roles for Fonterra. 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. 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. Prior to this he was reporting directly to the Prime Minister on the work of the Child Wellbeing Unit and the Child Poverty Unit. 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). Nolan described the LP as a record of tremendous lyrical and emotional depth., Samuels told DownBeat that he and Friedman were on a mission to shine a bright spotlight on mallet instruments. Chris was Deputy Secretary for the Australia, Pacific, Europe, Middle East and Africa Group from 2008-2013. Photo: RNZ / Tom Furley. - Present, Ministry for Primary Industries / Manat Ahu Matua, Plant and Food Research / Rangahau Ahumra Kai, Deputy director general, policy and trade, Director, communications and stakeholder engagement, Deputy chief executive, system and organisational performance, Ministry of Housing and Urban Development / Te Tpapa Kura Kinga, Ministry of Mori Development / Te Puni Kkiri, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade / Manat Aorere, Click He taught at Berklee College of Music (in 197274, and then rejoined the faculty in 1995) and New England Conservatory, both in Boston. 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 other groups, including Double Image, Gallery and the Skylight Trio. Te Puni Kkiri means a group moving forward together. which means that www.govt.nz might not display properly on your device. Facebook gives people the power to. The exact cause of death has not been disclosed. 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. Stay connected with us. (DOS ID: 1080724). He made his first album, One Step Ahead, in 1980the first of 10 solo albums. Details will be announced as they develop on social media. 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 . The third of three brothers, he began to play drums at age six, inspired by his two older brothers who played saxophone and piano. Chris has spent the last five years (2013-2018) as NewZealands High Commissioner to Australia. [2][4], Samuels died on April 22, 2019, due to an undisclosed long-term illness.[1][5][6]. David Alan Samuels was born October 9, 1948 in Waukegan, Illinois. . 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). 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. The Executive Leadership Team of Te Puni Kkiri is Secretary for Mori Development Dave Samuels and Deputy Secretaries. | By Te Karere | Facebook Log In Forgot Account? Samuels teaching a class at the Music School of Montevideo, 2010. He was 70 years old. 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. Outgoing Te Puni Kkiri chief executive Michelle Hippolite has been in the role for over six years. 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. Dave has held numerous policy and operational leadership roles with the Department of Corrections, Te Puni Kokiri and the Ministry for Primary Industries. DAVID SAMUELS, V.M.D., P.C. David I Samuels Pawling, NY (49 mi. enter your email and well send you details, Aug 2005 Samuels was also an active and sought-after educator, teaching at both Berklee and the New England Conservatory of Music. View Dave Samuels results including current phone number, address, relatives, background check report, and property record with Whitepages. Te Puni Kkiri provides independent policy advice to the Minister and Associate Minister for Mori Development and the Minister for Whnau Ora. He also studied with vibraphonist Gary Burton at Berklee. He began playing professionally at 15, and shortly thereafter began exploring the jazz clubs in nearby Chicago. Today we have a very organized system taught here at Berklee, but before Berklee or other music schools from any era, people learned by apprenticing. Prior to his current appointmen t he was the Deputy Director-General, China Relations based in the New Zealand Embassy in Beijing, leading the Ministry for Primary Industries' team in China. The result was the largest single . The CJPs 2002 disc, The Gathering (featuring Samuels and flutist Dave Valentin), won a Grammy in the category Best Latin Jazz Album. DAVID SAMUELS, V.M.D., P.C. I led the development of several gas, electricity, and technology businesses during my 7-year career with . Burt Bacharach with Carol Bayer Sagar and Miles Davis in 1984. Ray Smith is Director-General at the New Zealand Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI). Copyright GrandNews Theme Demo - Theme by ThemeGoods. Waukegan, Lake County, Illinois, United States. THE PROFESSIONAL IMAGE MARKETING & PUBLIC RELATIONS INC. POLISH-AMERICAN COOPERATIVE HOUSING CORPORATION. While he isn't widely known in Moridom, he has the confidence of senior minister. One day they called me up and asked me to go on tour, he recalled. David Alan Samuels was born October 9, 1948 in Waukegan, Illinois. The third of three brothers, he began to play drums at age six, inspired by his two older brothers who played saxophone and piano. He holds a Master of Public Administration degree (with Merit) from Victoria University, Wellington and a Master of Philosophy degree (Humanities and Social Sciences) in Defence and Strategic Studies from Massey University. Andrew Baker (Te Arawa, Twharetoa) is Managing Director of Tika Learning Ltd, a strategic cultural consultancy helping businesses in their journey to discover the value in authentically embracing Mori culture. He was Co-Founder of the bank which was launched in 2002. 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. And these words are all true. 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. The statement also indicated that Samuels was battling with an undisclosed illness saying, "He has not been well for quite a while." He made a two-volume instructional video, Mallet Keyboard Musicianship, in 1988, and published a method book, Contemporary Vibraphone Technique, in 1992. He played in a vibes/marimba duo with David Friedman, who had been his teacher at Boston, releasing albums under the name Double Image. Mr Samuels was welcomed into the job on Monday. Find out what support is availableNational Emergency Management Agency civil.defence.govt.nz, Ministry of Mori Development-Te Puni Kkiri. Samuels was born in Waukegan, Illinois, United States. Its a process thats always growing; it never stops, he said of learning about music. His career began as an infantry officer in the New Zealand Army. Grant's previous experience includes roles as Deputy Chief Executive and General Manager, Strategy at New Zealand Trade & Enterprise (NZTE), following extensive experience as Regional Director, South/South East Asia and Group General Manager, Business Solutions on the NZTE Leadership Team. David Samuels announced as new Te Puni Kkiri CEO | The new CEO of Te Puni Kkiri has been announced. He first joined MFAT in 1985. We are pleased to have Hugh join our Te Puni Kkiri whnau. View the profiles of professionals named "Dave Samuels" on LinkedIn. 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. DOMESTIC PROFESSIONAL SERVICE CORPORATION, DAVID SAMUELS, V.M.D., P.C. 1. Although I took some music courses in college, I basically learned by listening, transcribing and asking other musicians about what they were doing., Reflecting on his work with the CJP, Samuels told Small: The scope of the music we can play is pretty large and comes from the base of the tree of music from the Caribbean. He is replacing Michelle Hippolite, who announced her resignation this year. Dave (David) Tokohau Samuels is a seasoned public service leader with strong ties to iwi, hap and whnau Mori. 22 April 2019 (aged 70) Dave Samuels (October 9, 1948 - April 22, 2019) was an American vibraphonist and marimba player who spent many years with the contemporary jazz group Spyro Gyra. 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. I learned to improvise the way most of the earlier jazz artists did, he said. Samuels family plans to host a memorial service in New York in early May. Terinas public service experience extends across policy, corporate services, and community engagement to lead ourOrganisational Supportfunctions. - Te Puni Kokiri Could video game skills help you get a job? She held the role for over six years and was the first whine to lead the organisation. Free and open company data on New York (US) company DAVID SAMUELS, V.M.D., P.C. He is a former Deputy Secretary for Education at the Ministry of Education, assigned to the Minister of Educations Office as Chief Advisor. Prior to that he was the Consul and Regional Agriculture Counsellor for the Ministry for Primary Industries at the New Zealand Embassy in the United Arab Emirates, where he was responsible for maintaining and expanding primary industry trade with the Middle East and North Africa. Biography [ edit] [2], Samuels wrote columns for the magazines Modern Percussionist and Modern Drummer, a method book, and made an instructional video. He played drums and piano as a child. DownBeat is an internationally registered trademark of Maher Publications. He began playing professionally at 15, and shortly thereafter began exploring the jazz clubs in nearby Chicago. Facebook gives people the power to. here, Previously helped promote NZs primary industries in the Middle East and Asia. An in-demand session musician, Samuels played on jazz singer Nancy Wilsons album Turned To Blue (2006), which won a Grammy in the category Best Jazz Vocal Album. DAVID W. ARNOLD CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC. There are 200+ professionals named "Dave Samuels", who use LinkedIn to exchange information, ideas, and opportunities. (DOS ID: 1080724) was incorporated on 05/08/1986 in New York.
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