Andy Narell's contributions on "Pan Dance" and "New Math" lend a definite Caribbean influence and seem to be a preview of the Caribbean Jazz Project, which would eventually happen in the early '90s.For the most part, Living Colors is a very nice album, however, Samuels tends not to be overly adventurous . David Alan Samuels was born October 9, 1948 in Waukegan, Illinois. Jazz vocalist Samara Joy was crowned Best New Artist during this years Grammy Awards on Feb. 5. Outgoing Te Puni Kkiri chief executive Michelle Hippolite has been in the role for over six years. View Dave Samuels results including current phone number, address, relatives, background check report, and property record with Whitepages. He played in a vibes/marimba duo with David Friedman, who had been his teacher at Boston, releasing albums under the name Double Image. In 1993 he created the Caribbean Jazz Project. which means that www.govt.nz might not display properly on your device. Grace Smit is Deputy Secretary - Strategy, Finance, and Performance. 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. National State of Emergency declared to assist in the response to Cyclone Gabrielle. He leads a workforce of 3,000 people in over 70 locations in New Zealand and around the world. As Group Chief Executive Paul led the Kiwibank Group through a period of rapid growth and diversification into business banking, wealth management, insurance and asset finance. 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. 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. In January 2021, Ren was appointed as Interim Chief Executive of Tourism New Zealand. Join Facebook to connect with Dave Samuels and others you may know. He was also previously General Manager of Tasman Paper in Kawerau and Senior Vice President for Norske Skog International at the global headquarters in Oslo. 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. Te Puni Kkiri provides independent policy advice to the Minister and Associate Minister for Mori Development and the Minister for Whnau Ora. Dave (David) Tokohau Samuels is a seasoned public service leader with strong ties to iwi, hap and whnau Mori. While he isn't widely known in Moridom, he has the confidence of senior minister. here, Previously helped promote NZs primary industries in the Middle East and Asia. Diane Schuur Featuring Caribbean Jazz Project Schuur Fire, You Can't Do That on Stage Anymore, Vol. Louise brings a unique skillset and excellent understanding of global markets, from her time in global business management roles for Fonterra. Back Submit. On April 22, Spyro Gyra posted a tribute on its Facebook page: Today the world said goodbye to Dave Samuels, a man of great talent, intelligence and wit. It soon became Samuels project alone, a vehicle for exploring various styles of Latin and Afro-Caribbean jazz. [1] At the age of six he started playing drums and piano. With the help of the Yellowjackets' rhythm . Often, the vibraphone can create this abstract, mellow mood, says Marsalis, shown here with journalist Michael Jackson. Terina returns to Te Puni Kkiri after undertaking the Graduate programme in 2007; where she was first introduced to the Public Service. Samuels has demonstrated his versatility and gained worldwide recognition by performing and recording with a broad scope of artists ranging . The family requests that donations be directed to the Alzheimers Association and/or to a Berklee College of Music scholarship fund. He is married to Marguerite and has seven children. Read the latest news, case studies and media updates from New Zealand Story. He learned vibes and marimba while a student at Boston University. His busy schedule with Spyro Gyra did not prevent Samuels from maintaining a solo career, however. DRivera and Narell would eventually leave the group, and Samuels became its leader. 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. About|Terms of Use|PrivacyCopyright 2023 Maher Publications. He continued his studies at the Berklee College of Music, also in Boston, and studied with vibraphonist Gary Burton. He began playing professionally at 15, and shortly thereafter began exploring the jazz clubs in nearby Chicago. It's easy to turn JavaScript on -, National Emergency Management Agency civil.defence.govt.nz, find out how to enable JavaScript in your browser, provide guidance to government about policies affecting Mori wellbeing. I learned to improvise the way most of the earlier jazz artists did, he said. To make a donation to the Alzheimers Association in honor of David Alan Samuels, click here. MPI works to enable and partner with primary industries to continue growing and protecting New Zealand. David Alan Samuels was born Oct. 9, 1948, in Waukegan, Illinois. She held the role for over six years and was the first whine to lead the organisation. He made a two-volume instructional video, Mallet Keyboard Musicianship, in 1988, and published a method book, Contemporary Vibraphone Technique, in 1992. Terina is currently completing her Master of Public Management with the Australian New Zealand School of Government. His recordings and live performances during that period also reflect his prowess on the steelpan, a . He is replacing Michelle Hippolite, who announced her resignation this year. Shorter performing at the 2015 Earshot Jazz Festival in Seattle. Become a member and get exclusive access to articles, live sessions and more! An extensive background in the financial services industry has also included senior management positions with Westpac and Trust Bank. He is recognized for his fresh new sound and creative approach to both the vibraphone and marimba. He made his first album, One Step Ahead, in 1980the first of 10 solo albums. 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. Grace grew up in Auckland, where she gained a Masters of New Zealand History from the University of Auckland. - Mar 2012, Mar 2012 [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. David Tokohau Samuels has been named as the new head of Te Puni Kkiri. Died. 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. The Company's current operating status is Active. Mr Samuels was welcomed into the job on Monday. David I Samuels Pawling, NY (49 mi. He taught percussion at Berklee before moving to New York City in 1974. Value for Money Report on the Tekau Plus M ori . Your browser currently has JavaScript turned off, 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. Its a process thats always growing; it never stops, he said of learning about music. 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 October 9, 1948 in Waukegan, Illinois. DownBeat is an internationally registered trademark of Maher Publications. Across her public service career to date, Terina has worked at the Environmental Protection Authority, Inland Revenue, and the Department of Corrections. Or at least you can inspire someone else to play something different. DAVID SAMUELS, V.M.D., P.C. Chris has spent the last five years (2013-2018) as NewZealands High Commissioner to Australia. 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. Dave (David) Tokohau Samuels is a seasoned public service leader with strong ties to iwi, hap and whnau Mori. Te Puni Kkiri has a new leader at the helm. He also continued freelancing with McCandless, Friedman, and others, and in 1995 was a part of Gerry Mulligans final recordings. [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. In 1966 he enrolled in Boston . 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. Meet the team bringing our unique New Zealand stories to life to enhance our global reputation. Christopher Luxon's State of the Nation speech: Affordable childcare plan unveiled. 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. The song reached No. Find out what support is availableNational Emergency Management Agency civil.defence.govt.nz, Ministry of Mori Development-Te Puni Kkiri. 24 on the Billboard Hot 100 pop singles chart. Geoff Short has extensive experience working across Government and with Mori communities. His career began as an infantry officer in the New Zealand Army. He is a former Deputy Secretary for Education at the Ministry of Education, assigned to the Minister of Educations Office as Chief Advisor. He was 70. Their business is recorded as DOMESTIC PROFESSIONAL SERVICE CORPORATION. Survivors include two brothers, Stephen and Jeffrey; a daughter, Sarah; and Samuels partner, Janet Ross. 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. Chris was Deputy Secretary for the Australia, Pacific, Europe, Middle East and Africa Group from 2008-2013. 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. Soon he was recording and performing with Gerry Mulligan, Carla Bley, and Gerry Niewood. Previously helped promote NZ's primary industries in the Middle East and Asia Led the policy unit at TPK from 2005-2012. - 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 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). Burt Bacharach, who died in Los Angeles at age 94 on Feb. 8, was among the last of a small, oddly isolated island of. Before joining Te Puni Kkiri, Grace held the dual role at the Ministry of Justice, of Pae Matua/Director of the Waitangi Tribunal and Mori Land Court. 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 said he had no doubt that under Mr Samuels' leadership, Te Puni Kkiri would help improve wellbeing for whnau, hap and iwi. The Ministry supports three Ministers: The Minister for Mori Development, the Associate Minister for Mori Development, and the Minister for Whnau Ora. Paul Brock was the Kiwibank Group Chief Executive from 2010-2017. Te Puni Kkiri is led by Secretary for Mori Development, Dave Samuels, who is supported by a team of Deputy Secretaries. As a solo artist, Samuels discography includes One Step Ahead (1980), Natural Selection (1991) and Synergy With Samuels (1994), among others. Its endless. Facebook gives people the power to. THE PROFESSIONAL IMAGE MARKETING & PUBLIC RELATIONS INC. POLISH-AMERICAN COOPERATIVE HOUSING CORPORATION. By David Samuels. With a strong background in operational and policy management, Paula is highly skilled in developing and implementing Mori education initiatives, and she continues to broker opportunities with whnau, hap, iwi and Mori at Te Puni Kkiri. Details will be announced as they develop on social media. 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. He is also a member of the Massey University Business School Advisory Board. Dave Samuels has established himself as the top mallet player of his generation. Its one way to keep yourself vibrant and alive.. The CJPs 2002 disc, The Gathering (featuring Samuels and flutist Dave Valentin), won a Grammy in the category Best Latin Jazz Album. It has nothing to do with whether you become a professional musician or not. Dave has held numerous policy and operational leadership roles with the Department of Corrections, Te Puni Kokiri and the Ministry for Primary Industries. | By Te Karere | Facebook Log In Forgot Account? 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. He is a member of the Business Leaders Health and Safety Forum Steering Committee alongside a number of leaders across the government and private sectors. Samuels has held various senior roles in. Our Ministers It has to do with you becoming a professional human being.. The third of three brothers, he began to play drums at age six, inspired by his two older brothers who played saxophone and piano. Apr 23, 2019. The Ministry supports three Ministers: The Minister for Mori Development, the Associate Minister for Mori Development, and the Minister for Whnau Ora. Violinist Christian Howes guests on Samuels' "Slow Dance," giving it a wonderfully eerie and wheezing feel. Samuels enjoyed a long musical partnership with fellow mallet instrumentalist David Friedman, with whom he founded The Mallet Duo and the band Double Image.