March 2014
Blue Monk with Joyce Mathers
This ensemble plays an eclectic range of well-rehearsed music in the jazz idiom. In their own words: ‘quintessential jazz standards and contemporary classics’. No doubt there will also be exciting new material from their recent CD launch. Leader Kim Anning (Guitar/Vocals) will be joined by their regular and versatile vocalist Joyce Mathers. Phil Hatton (Reeds), Manoli Vouyoucalos (Bass) and Toby Anning (Drums) complete the line-up. Also, making a particularly welcome appearance will be well-known Violin maestro Ashley Arbuckle. Ashley, after…
Find out more »April 2014
Spirituals to Soul
This illustrated narrative will tell ‘the story of Africa American Music’, essentially through the agency of its vocalists. Jenny Wrenn (Vocals) and Mike Nelson (Piano/Vocals), supported by David Smith (Vocals), Pat Reale (Guitar), Paul Reynolds (Bass) and Bruno Pizzatta (Drums), are exceptionally well equipped to bring to life the spirit of the early Gospel and Blues singers, moving through the wealth of mainstream exponents and, finally, to the latter day divas. A rich jazz fabric not to be missed.
Find out more »South Perth Lions Big Band
Under the direction of well-known Reedman Phil Hatton, this Big Band has established a reputation for its versatile and authentic treatment of many standards ranging from the Swing Era through to more contemporary material. Many of these tunes are brought to life not only by well-rehearsed ensemble playing but also by the stylish performances of the Band’s many talented vocalists. It will be a foot-tapping event.
Find out more »Odyssey
Led by Barry Cox (Drums/Vocals), this mainstream group captures the essential spirit of many well-known Swing and Latin standards. Apart from the group’s two male vocalists, club favourite, Jenny Wrenn (Vocals), has agreed to make a guest appearance. The rest of the group will be: Mike Nelson (Piano/Vocals), Paul Millard (Reeds) and Paul Reynolds (Bass/Vocals). This session supports the Balya Cancer Self Help and Awareness Charity and it is anticipated that there will be other guest appearances.
Find out more »May 2014
Jazz Guitar Society of WA: 25th Anniversary Concert
This very special anniversary will feature a group of some of Perth’s finest jazz guitarists under the leadership of Ian Macgregor. Garry Lee, Simon Jeans, Cliff Lynton, Ray Walker, Freddie Grigson and, of course, Ian, will play individually and as duos. They will be backed by consummate professionals Peter Jeavons (Bass) and Daniel Susnjar (Drums). This is a star studded jazz cast and an annual event not to be missed.
Find out more »Mint Jazz Band with Jake Dennis
Jake Dennis (Vocals) and the Band have already performed their brand of Blues and Swing Classics at most of Perth’s jazz venues. Capable of playing more contemporary material, Jake will concentrate more on the repertoire of favoured singers like Nat King Cole, Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holliday and Frank Sinatra. The rest of the band is: Austin Salisbury (Piano), Alana Macpherson (Sax), Chris Marquand (Drums) and Kate Pass (Bass). Jake is reputed to ‘live out the sentiments expressed in the lyrics’…
Find out more »Dale Boaden Quartet
Dale Boaden Quartet – Tribute to the Hot Five - One of the high points in the history of early jazz music was the playing of Louis Armstrong and the empathy and material that were evident in his original Hot Five. Leader Dale Boaden (Guitar/Vocals), Marc Osborne (Sax), Ash De Neef (Bass) and Sam O’Connell (Drums) are taking on the challenge of reinterpreting some of this historic material with an essentially more contemporary line-up. Jazz aficionados will welcome the opportunity…
Find out more »Lazy River Jazz Band
Lazy River Jazz Band – Leader Vince Holmes (Guitar) will again bring his group of experienced exponents of early jazz music to the Club. Their CD, launched at Jazz Fremantle in November last year, is the ongoing proof of the Band’s expert dedication to playing a repertoire which includes some of the very best of the early standards. The rest of the line-up is: Lew Smith (Reeds), Lloyd Napier (Trumpet), Bill McAllister (Trombone), John Healy (Bass), Russell Holmes (Piano) and…
Find out more »June 2014
Fremantle Jazz Orchestra
Under the expert direction of Shane Mancuso, the Orchestra has strong ties both with the City of Fremantle, where it performs regularly, and with CBC Fremantle which produces many of its fine younger players. The Orchestra has a wide repertoire, ranging from the Swing Era through to the sound of a ‘contemporary big band’. Their vocalists also bring to life the songs and styles of Frank Sinatra, Michael Buble and Aretha Franklin. Yet another great community big band to enjoy…
Find out more »Denise Dale and Her Little Creatures
Denise Dale (Vocals) needs no introduction after regular appearances at the Club. With her Quartet, she always presents a well-rehearsed and entertaining session of jazz standards. Together with the obvious ‘Fremantle connection’, a feature of this talented lineup is the quite astounding versatility of Steve Searle on a range of Brass and Woodwind instruments. The other players are: Lukasz Slawomirski (Keyboard/Bass) and Tim Woolley (Drums).
Find out more »International Artist Marilyn Keller
Last April, Vocalist Marilyn Keller’s performance at the Club ‘exceeded expectations’ as she held a capacity audience in the palm of her hand with her ‘mesmerising presence’, controlled emotion and a wide ranging repertoire delivered with professional aplomb. Although the influences of Bessie Smith, Ma Rainey, Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan and others are clear, Marilyn is also very much her own songstress with unique interpretations that bring the songs to life. It is indeed extremely fortuitous that Mat Jodrell (Trumpet)…
Find out more »Marnie Kent Quintet
Marnie Kent (Vocals) will again present an ‘eclectic cross section of styles’ which includes her love of Latin grooves and original material. With a ‘dynamic stage presence’ and a ‘funky edge’ to her talent, she has toured both Australia and Asia and appeared at all of Perth’s best known jazz venues. Marnie always brings a group of talented musicians with her and her line-up will be Don Gomes (Piano) and others to be confirmed.
Find out more »July 2014
Catherine Summers Quintet
Catherine Summers (Vocals) has a charismatic on stage presence which immediately engages audiences with her brand of ‘playful banter’. Described as having a ‘soulful and sultry voice’, her influences are both Alicia Keys and Amy Winehouse. Nevertheless, her ‘melodic versatility’ is essentially her own. Her talented backing group are: Gabriel Fatin (Piano), Peter Evans (Drums), Marc Osborne (Saxophone), and Bass TBC. Admission prices: $12.00 Fremantle Jazz Club members and reciprocal jazz clubs $20.00 non members
Find out more »Sue Bluck Quartet
Sue Bluck (Piano/Vocals) is a high profile performer both in Perth and interstate as a result of performing in her own right, with The Jazz Divas, Birdland, and appearing alongside many other national and international jazz and popular artists. She is renowned for her ‘soulful sound’ and all-round talent, which includes writing her own original material. Her Quartet is also full of high profile talent with Dave Brewer (Guitar), Ray Martinez (Bass) and Glenn Walsh (Drums). Admission prices: $12.OO Fremantle…
Find out more »Michaela Steels Quintet
Michaela Steels (Vocals) is making a welcome return to the Club after her debut a year ago. She brings her own sultry sound both to the ‘Great American Song Book’ and to more contemporary material drawn, for example, from Sting and Katie Noonan. A feature of her supporting group is the versatility of multi instrumentalist Steve Searle (Reeds/Brass). Other members of her supporting group are Tim Woolley (Drums), Lucasz Slawomirski (Keyboard) and Alistair Peel (Bass). Admission prices: $12.OO Fremantle Jazz…
Find out more »Holli Scott Quintet
Holli Scott (Vocals), influenced by artists like Billie Holliday, Cassandra Wilson and Nina Simone, Holli is an emerging talent who also composes and plays Saxophone. She has been described as having a ‘deep, rich, soulful tone’ which emerges somewhat surprisingly from her ‘fresh young face’. Her eclectic repertoire includes both jazz standards and pop arrangements. Ben Matthews (Piano), Alistair Peel (Bass), Liam Hickey (Drums) and Anthony Dodos (Trombone) make up the rest of this exciting young ensemble. Admission prices: $12.OO…
Find out more »August 2014
Manhattons with The Divine Miss M’s Phil Hatton
Manhattons with The Divine Miss M's Phil Hatton (Reeds) brings together this exciting combination which features the vocal talents of dynamic songbirds Cathy Mueller, Catherine Cary and Joyce Mathers. Expect to hear beautiful three part harmony which will initially recreate the sounds of the Andrews Sisters and the 1940s. The group will then move onto some more 'popular retro tunes' which will feature the soloing talents of Phil on reeds and Kim Anning (Guitar). The rhythm section is completed b…
Find out more »September 2014
Adrian Galante Quintet
After a particularly impressive debut with The Rogue Gypsies, Adrian returns with his own ensemble playing Clarinet and Piano, instruments on which he excels. Still only 18, Adrian has already played, by invitation, at the Perth Concert Hall alongside James Morrison, and his 'dazzling technique', mature sense of style and grasp of the jazz idiom never fails to captivate an audience. Described as 'exotic' and with a 'husky voice', vocalist Galina Bratanova will perform jazz standards in her unique and…
Find out more »Limelights Quartet with Rusty Pinto
This session promises to present both hard swinging jazz and some music with a strong Blues flavour. Damian Drac Denyer (Bariton Saxophone) plays regularly with vocalist Rusty Pinto, so expect to hear his Gerry Mulligan bag as well as a polished support role behind the singer. Rusty, very well-known on the Perth scene, cites his Witherspoon. Stalwarts Jeff Harold (Guitar), Norm Burroughs (Drums) and their leader, 'The Parthfinder' and Ray Brown disciple Danny Moss Jnr (Bass) complete this talented line-up.
Find out more »Double Bill program: CBC Big Band – John Bannister and the Charisma Brothers
CBC Big Band Led by Shane Mancuso, the CBC Big Band as won many awards over the years, including 1st Place in The WA Schools' Jazz Festival, and has toured both nationally and internationally. John Bannister and the Charisma Brothers John Bannister (Trumpet/Vocals) has performed extensively on the national and international stage. Well-known here in Perth, performing with his group The Charisma Brothers, John brings his 'unique style' to a wide range of jazz genres which includes the influence of…
Find out more »October 2014
Blue Monk Quintet with Joyce Mathers
The Blue Monk Quintet, led by Kim Anning (Guitar/Vocals), is joined by versatile Scottish vocalist Joyce Mathers to present some of the eclectic repertoire also used in their duo format. This includes a broad stylistic spread of material, ranging from Gershwin, Dizzy Gillespie through to the Beatles and Creedence Clearwater Revival. Joyce's engaging on stage presence is augmented by Kim's ability both of Guitar and vocals. The rest of this established and talented group are: Phil Hatton (Reeds), Manoli Vouyouclas…
Find out more »Chelsea J Gibson and The Juice Extractors
Chelsea Gibson (Vocals/Blues Harp), with her alluring and charming manner, always brings an eclectic range of talents and styles to the stage. A warm communicator and consummate entertainer, Chelsea has toured nationally and internationally and continues to move with effortless aplomb between Funky Chicago Blues, Jazz Standards and her own original material. The rest of this talented ensemble will be: Paul Millard (Saxophone), Paul Reynolds (Bass), Trevor Gibson (Piano), and Glen Walsh (Drums).
Find out more »Ashley Arbuckle / Richard Price Violin Quintet
It is always exciting when players like Ashley Arbuckle (Violin) and Richard Price (Violin/Vocals), already gifted with exemplary tones and technique from their experience of playing in symphony orchestras, bring these qualities to playing jazz. The collaboration between Stephane Grappelli and Yehudi Menuhin springs to mind. The skills, style and wonderful sense of swing of these prestigious musicians can be heard on the CD, Blame it on my Youth. Jazz veterans Rob Hyner (Piano), Barry Cox (Drums) and Murray Wilkins…
Find out more »Charlie-Moon Meader Quintet
Since graduating from WAAPA, Charlie-Moon Meader (Vocals) has already established a well-deserved reputation for his versatility and delivery of 'smooth jazz vocals'. A maturity beyond his years allows him to work with both his musical peers and other well-known players in the jazz scene. Expect a repertoire of standards from the Swing Era through to more contemporary material. The rest of the ensemble are : Luke Savage (Piano), Steve Searle (Reeds/Brass), Murray Wilkins (Bass) and Daniel Susnjar (Drums).
Find out more »November 2014
Round Midnight
This group presents a wide range of well-arranged material which allows it to create either an authentic Chicago style or to sound like a 'little' big band. Led by versatile Reedman Brian Copping, the Band features Vocalist Kaylene Harris who continues to grow in musical stature. The rest of the players are: Lindsay Timms (Trumpet), Bob Benton (Trombone), Tony Eardley (Piano), Bob Appleyard (Drums/Vocals), Kevin Ferguson (Guitar) and Matthew Bateman-Graham (Bass/Vocals). This gig will also celebrate the wedding anniversary of…
Find out more »Hetty Kate Quintet
Now Melbourne based, Hetty Kate (Vocals) has been described as 'a charismatic and technically gifted vocalist whose gorgeous timbre carries echoes of Peggy Lee, June Christie and Julie London'. Hetty's prestigious career now includes six albums and extensive touring both in Europe and in the United States. Her backing ensemble is to be confirmed.
Find out more »Jan Preston
Queen of the Boogie Piano Jan Preston (Piano/Vocals) is without doubt Australia's world class 'Queen of the Boogie Piano'. Her extensive recording, touring in Australasia and Europe, television appearances and demand at jazz festivals are all testimony to this. She has also enjoyed considerable success with her quirky show My Life as a Piano, and one of her original Piano compositions was used for six years as the theme tune for Australia Story. Expect a magnetic and entertaining performance with…
Find out more »Hills Big Band
This big band, also known as 'PHiJO' was originally founded by Jazz Trumpeter and Leader of the Swan City Jazzmen, Kieran Hurley, who has extended the band's repertoire from its solid foundation in the music of the Swing Era to include some classics of today's contemporary jazz orchestras. The Band's two vocalists, Lenny Twigg and Mel Whisson also bring to life some of the well-known tunes that have been re-visited by Robbie Williams, Michael Buble and Natalie Cole. We look…
Find out more »Mike Nelson’s Bloozology
There is not enough room to table all the credentials of this group of fine musicians. Suffice it to say that when they combine their experience and talent under the leadership of Mike Nelson (Vocals/Keyboard), the resulting chemistry produces blues playing and soloing of the highest order. The other players are: Paul Millard (Reeds), Alan Lyford (Bass/Vocals), Alan McCowat (Guitar/Vocals) and Vince Pavitt (Drums).
Find out more »December 2014
Robin Nolan Quartet
Robin Nolan, one of the world’s best known and most admired gypsy jazz guitarists, has been lauded for his musical genius and sensibilities by Willie Nelson, Rolling Stones bassist Bill Wyman, and the late George Harrison. Robin Nolan became one of Harrison’s favorite guitarists and was his ‘secret weapon’ at many a party thrown at his English country estate Friar Park. While his inspiration lies in Gypsy Jazz, Latin and Hot Club de France, Robin has a decidedly contemporary feel…
Find out more »January 2015
Denise Dale and Her Little Creatures
Denise Dale (Vocals) has appeared regularly at the Fremantle Jazz Club and always brings a disarming and cheerful cheekiness to the stage with a wide range of well-rehearsed material. The Little Creatures are equally popular with the versatile Steve Searle on a range of Brass and Woodwind instruments. The rest of the group are Manoli Vouyoucalos (D/Bass), Tim Woolley (Drums) and on Piano is Gabriel Fatin. This will be a great way to start the New Year at Jazz Fremantle.
Find out more »Jaime Nanci
Jaime Nanci (Vocals) has been described as 'Nina Simone's vocal doppleganger'. This is the result of successful appearances in New York, at the Edinburgh International Book Festival alongside novelist Keit Ridgway and at numerous other jazz festivals, including The Cork Jazz Festival in 2013. Jaime also writes songs for well-known Irish jazz vocalist, Mary Coughlan, and often accompanies her on tour. Jaime will be supported by some of Perth's best jazz musicians. This is a unique opportunity to experience Jaime…
Find out more »February 2015
Brandon Allen Quartet
Brendon Allan (Tenor Saxophone) has been described as 'arguably the most exciting tenor player in Britain today. His phrasing is unashamedly emotional, soaked in blues tradition". (Tony Hall, Jazzwise) Brandon will present his longstanding and extremely well-received tribute to the legendary Gene Ammons. Ammons played alongside Billy Eckstine, Charlie Parker, Dexter Gordon, Miles Davis and Sonny Stitt. In 1949, he replaced Stan Getz in Woody Herman's Second Herd. More of this story and Brandon's playing deserve to be heard. Brandon…
Find out more »Mr Sims Quintet
Daniel Field (Guitar) leads this versatile group of Mandurah musicians whose wide ranging repertoire includes Blues, Swing, Bebop, Latin and Fusion. The Quintet also includes both female and male vocalists capable of tapping into the Great American Songbook. The rest of the players are: Ayodele (Vocals), Lyndsay Gould (Saxophone), Steve Taylor (Bass), and Anthony Price (Drums).
Find out more »Holli Scott Quintet
Holli Scott (Vocals) cites Billie Holliday, Cassandra Wilson and Nina Simone as her seminal influences. Holli, who also composes and plays Saxophone, is becoming increasingly well-known for the 'deep, rich, soulful tone' which emerges somewhat surprisingly from her 'fresh young face'. Her eclectic repertoire includes both jazz standards and pop arrangements. Ben Matthews (Piano), Alister Peel (Bass), Liam Hickey (Drums) and Mark Osborne (Saxophone) make up the rest of this exciting young Ensemble.
Find out more »March 2015
Blue Monk
Blue Monk Sextet with Joyce Mathers Leader Kim Anning (Guitar/Vocals) and versatile and charming Scottish vocalist Joyce Mathers always presenting eclectic repertoire, drawing on a broad range of contrasting material. This appeal will be considerably enhanced by the inclusion of Violin maestro Ashley Arbuckle. Phil Hatton (Reeds), Manoli Vouyoucalos (Bass) and Toby Anning (Drums) complete this impressive line-up.
Find out more »The Straight Ahead Big Band
Directed by Saxophonist Paul Millard, the rest of the Saxophone Section is: Grant Rickman, Simon Styles, Dan Hart and Lee Buddle. Trumpets are: Mark Underwood (and Vocals), Benn Hodgkin, Lindsay Timms and Regan Kelly. Trombones are: Jeremy Grieg, Kieran Hurley, Anthony Dodos and Bill McAllister. Rhythm Section is: Mike Nelson (Piano), Paul Pooley (Bass) and Ric Eastman (Drums). Completing this all-star line-up is Vocalist Victoria Newton. Classic Big Band playing at its very best.
Find out more »Garry Lee/Gavin Kerr Quartet and guest appearance by Scotch College Group
Garry Lee Quintet Leader Garry Lee (Vibes, Guitar, Vocals) is an extremely experienced musician who always puts together ensembles that display both his versatility and the complementary skills of the other musicians. This versatility also extends to playing an eclectic and challenging mix of mainstream material. Joining Garry will be Ookii Effendi (Piano), Danny Moss Jnr (Bass), Gavin Kerr (Drums) and Mike Collinson (Saxes). An ensemble from Scotch College, directed by Garry, will also make a very welcome guest appearance.
Find out more »Mal Jennings Jazz Ambassadors
Mal Jennings (Trumpet/Vocals) is a fine exponent of earlier Trumpet styles while, at the same time, allowing his own personality to come through. He leads a band of well rehearsed and talented musicians who complement his playing both with their soloing and in an ensemble setting. The rest of the group are: Bill McAllister (Trombones), Phil Hatton (Reeds), Barry Bruce (Piano), Murray Wilkins (Bass) and Bob Appleyared (Drums/Vocals).
Find out more »April 2015
Richard Jackson and Alemay Fernandez with Adam Hall and the Velvet Playboys
Come along to Jazz Fremantle for a programme of modern and mainstream jazz each Sunday afternoon (excluding long weekends) from 4pm til 7pm at the Navy Club premises Level 2, 64 High Street, Fremantle WA.
Find out more »Barry Cox’s Odyssey for BALYA
Come along to Jazz Fremantle for a programme of modern and mainstream jazz each Sunday afternoon (excluding long weekends) from 4pm til 7pm at the Navy Club premises Level 2, 64 High Street, Fremantle WA.
Find out more »Konrad Paszkudzki and John Heussenstaum
Come along to Jazz Fremantle for a programme of modern and mainstream jazz each Sunday afternoon (excluding long weekends) from 4pm til 7pm at the Navy Club premises Level 2, 64 High Street, Fremantle WA.
Find out more »May 2015
Concert for Kathmandu Fremantle
We invite you and your friends to help us to raise funds for the victims of the recent earthquake disaster in Nepal at the Fremantle Navy club. A night of music, food and entertainment. Music by: ..-Allstar Jazztet-.. Matthew McGlynn; Lachlan Glover; Stevie Elkins; Phillip Waldron ; Angus Diggs; ..-Meraki-.. ..Masonik-.with Pranjal Bora. Video provided by: .. Tony Monaco-.. -Nepalese Food and dance -Art Auction pieces by Susan Robinson; Paul Pax Andrews -Raffle $10 entry by donation All Funds go…
Find out more »July 2015
Jazz Fremantle
Come along to Jazz Fremantle for a programme of modern and mainstream jazz each Sunday afternoon (excluding long weekends) from 4pm til 7pm at the Navy Club premises Level 2, 64 High Street, Fremantle WA.
Find out more »May 2016
The Grain
Blues ‘n’ Roots ‘n’ Jazz, based on the Hammond Organ trio. They are all about swinging and rocking their way through Blues derived from the Blues keyboard players of our time. It’s a project put together by Bob Patient – rated as the best Blues keyboardist in Australia featuring the hammond organ and piano. Bob is joined by classically trained jazz/blues musician Sue Bluck on piano and vocals, and the talents of Gary Howard, one of the best and most…
Find out more »WA Youth Jazz Orchestra presents Andrew Murray
Andrew Murray has established himself as Melbourne’s big band boss, leading his own ATM15 as well the Blue Basement’s regular house big band. He comes to WA Youth Jazz Orchestra as an alumnus, after studying composition at the Western Australia Academy of Performing Arts and then with Ed Partyka and Bob Brookmeyer at the University of Music and Performing Arts Graz (KUG). In 2012 Andrew was WAYJO’s Composer-in-Residence. Andrew will return to Perth to lead all three WAYJO bands after…
Find out more »Penny King Quintet
Penny, vocalist and tutor, is a fine musician. Her pitch is excellent accompanied by a crystal clear and authentic tone. Her solos are always inventive. She is a jazz-rooted singer whose phrasing and scat jazz elements are humanly nuanced. Her repertoire cites a wide array of influences from Carmen McRae, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Joni Mitchell, Kurt Elling and more. She is well-known around the Perth and Australia circuit, and has supported many luminaries including Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, when she…
Find out more »Paul Gioia’s Across the Tracks Blues and Gospel
This project turns the torch on blues and gospel icons: think Sun House and Willie Johnston through to Mavis Staples, Austin Franklin and Mahalia Jackson and composers like Thomas Dorsey who almost single-handedly created the black gospel movement. This band will raise a storm featuring (Vocals) Victoria Newton, Rose Parker, Matt Allen and Greg Brenton; Horns: Andrew Gioia (Melbourne), David Gioia and Blake Phillips. Andrew Winton on guitar. A powerhouse rhythm section Greg Brenton and Joe Southwell and, of course,…
Find out more »Jodie Tes Quartet
After escaping from the Bronx with scholarships firmly intact, Jodie Tes returns. She is a WAAMI award winning songstress with 3 CDs to her name after graduating from WAAPA in 2001. She has toured nationally and internationally, citing influences such as Nina Simone, Billie Holliday and Ella Fitzgerald. She is a soulful performer and paints a vivid picture, reigniting the tradition of the torch song and injecting new energy into the old standards. Joining her on stage will be 3…
Find out more »July 2016
Jen de Ness Septet @ Jazz Fremantle present See things like you
Jen de Ness Septet @ Jazz Fremantle present See things like you
Find out more »August 2019
Jen de Ness Nu Vox Sexet
Jen de Ness Nu Vox Sextet - Sweet Country Cure for the Blues These long-term music collaborators invite you to an evening of Soulfully Uplifting jazz blues and country music to light up your week as a Cure for the Blues! Vocals, Guitar, Cello, Piano, Saxophone, Flute, Hammond, Bass & Percussion weave a feel-good blend of originals alongside sweet re-imagined tunes from the likes of Norah Jones, KD Laing, Melody Gardot, Linda Ronstadt, Carole King, Ray Charles, Van Morrison, Bob…
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