[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. I led the development of several gas, electricity, and technology businesses during my 7-year career with . By the time he graduated with a degree in psychology from Boston University, he was playing mallet instruments. It has nothing to do with whether you become a professional musician or not. 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. 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. Photo: RNZ / Tom Furley. [2], Samuels wrote columns for the magazines Modern Percussionist and Modern Drummer, a method book, and made an instructional video. Congratulations to the winners of Te Matatini 2023, Te Kapa Haka o Te Whnau a Apanui! Or at least you can inspire someone else to play something different. He was 70 years old. Grace Smit is Deputy Secretary - Strategy, Finance, and Performance. 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. 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. David Alan Samuels (October 9, 1948 April 22, 2019)[1] was an American vibraphone and marimba player who spent many years with the contemporary jazz group Spyro Gyra. At the time that Friedman and Samuels were profiled in journalist Herb Nolans article Two-Man Percussion Crusade in the Dec. 2, 1976, issue of DownBeat, the pair had recorded the album Winter Love, April Joy, and a follow-up, Futures Past, was slated for release. 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. from Hartford) Phone Number Address Background Report Addresses N Quaker Hill Rd, Pawling, NY E 58th St, New York, NY Park Ave S, New York, NY Plus Addresses In Cresskill, NJ | Little Rock Air Force Base, AR Relatives Helen Kane Samuels B Samuels Robert Robert M Samuels Leigh Anne Samuels View details Started career as an infantry officer in the NZ Army. Andrew has vast experience in building Mori culture within mainstream businesses and has also been instrumental in establishing New Zealand Storys Mori Advisory Group, which ensures a strong Mori lens in all stakeholder engagements and external campaigns. 6 on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart and which included Samuels composition Bahia.. Mr Samuels, of Waikato-Tainui and Te Whakathea, will start as chief executive of the Ministry of Mori Development in September. Our story is grounded in our values its who we are, what we stand for and what we offer the world. here, Previously helped promote NZs primary industries in the Middle East and Asia. 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. (DOS ID: 1080724) was incorporated on 05/08/1986 in New York. Dave Samuels is the current Chief Executive of Te Puni Kkiri (the Ministry of Mori Development) in New Zealand. He has a strong background in policy and economic development including leading the Policy unit at Te Puni Kkiri from 2005-2012. Samara Joy gives her acceptance speech at the Grammys on Feb. 5. Even if youre playing something for the 300th time, you can still come up with something new. 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). Last updated: Friday, 3 March 2023 | Ren brings 15 years' global experience in consumer-led businesses including local and international marketing roles for Fonterra and Heineken and most recently as Marketing Director at Asia Pacific Breweries in Singapore. MPI works to enable and partner with primary industries to continue growing and protecting New Zealand. 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. In January 2021, Ren was appointed as Interim Chief Executive of Tourism New Zealand. Te Puni Kkiri has a new leader at the helm - David Tokohau Samuels of Waikato-Tainui and Te Whakathea has been welcomed into his role. 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. Your browser currently has JavaScript turned off, Mr Samuels brings a w. He played drums and piano as a child. 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. He was also a freelancer with the likes of Carla Bley, Frank Zappa, David Friedman, and Paul McCandless, and released several albums under his own name throughout the 1980s and 1990s. Ihumtao: Protesters accept Kiingitanga's offer to host hui, Exact fate of whale fossil taken from West Coast river unknown, Rongo experts fear crackdown in Therapeutics Products Bill, Cyclone Gabrielle: Government announces $15 million for aid at marae and clean-up support, Man killed in Beach Haven fatal assault named, Live Super Rugby Pacific: Blues v Brumbies, 'I've done it all' - Sir Rod Stewart on getting older and staying fit. Our Ministers His busy schedule with Spyro Gyra did not prevent Samuels from maintaining a solo career, however. Chair New Zealand Story Advisory Board, Secretary and CEO Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Director-General Ministry for Primary Industries. The Executive Leadership Team of Te Puni Kkiri is Secretary for Mori Development Dave Samuels and Deputy Secretaries. 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. This is not the official website of this company. Samuels left Spyro Gyra in 2005 and made the Caribbean Jazz Project his primary musical outlet. Samuels has held various senior roles in. 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. Its one way to keep yourself vibrant and alive.. David Alan Samuels (October 9, 1948 - April 22, 2019) [1] was an American vibraphone and marimba player who spent many years with the contemporary jazz group Spyro Gyra. Meet the team bringing our unique New Zealand stories to life to enhance our global reputation. The Executive Leadership Team of Te Puni Kkiri is Secretary for Mori Development Dave Samuels and Deputy Secretaries. Dave Samuels is the current Chief Executive of Te Puni Kkiri (the Ministry of Mori Development) in New Zealand. The Ministry supports three Ministers: The Minister for Mori Development, the Associate Minister for Mori Development, and the Minister for Whnau Ora. He has a strong background in governance, management, growth business development, brand development and marketing. Led the policy unit at TPK from 2005-2012. 1. 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. Facebook gives people the power to. The result was the largest single . It has to do with you becoming a professional human being.. Samuels teaching a class at the Music School of Montevideo, 2010. Terina returns to Te Puni Kkiri after undertaking the Graduate programme in 2007; where she was first introduced to the Public Service. I looked in my date book, saw an awful lot of white space and said, Why not? and its just continued on from there.. . 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. [1] At the age of six he started playing drums and piano. 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. 3094. Grant McPherson leads Education New Zealand on its mission to take New Zealand's "education experiences to the world for enduring economic social and cultural benefits". By David Samuels. They really have had very little impact in the past 20 years, Samuels said. With the help of the Yellowjackets' rhythm . 2021 UMA Broadcasting Ltd. All rights reserved. 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. Another noteworthy recording was Samuels salute to one of his vibraphone heroesTjader-ized: A Tribute To Cal Tjader, released by Verve in 1998. Published since 1970, JazzTimesAmericas Jazz Magazineprovides comprehensive and in-depth coverage of the jazz scene. 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' release offers music that is often more pleasant than it is challenging, but Samuels has an original voice on the marimbas and vibes, the groove tunes are generally quite enjoyable (particularly the calypso "Cara Linda" and the tricky "Knots"), and the leader's solos are uniformly strong. 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. 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. Winter Love, April Joy featured Friedman and Samuels playing vibraphone, marimba and bass marimba. He is married to Marguerite and has seven children. To make a donation to the Alzheimers Association in honor of David Alan Samuels, click here. (DOS ID: 1080724). "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. Chris was Deputy Secretary for the Australia, Pacific, Europe, Middle East and Africa Group from 2008-2013. The connection Geoff has with Te Puni Kkiri spans more than a decade, when he worked from 1999 to 2012 in different roles including as Advisor to the Minister of Mori Affairs and Deputy Secretary for Whnau and Social Policy. 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. The third of three brothers, he began to play drums at age six, inspired by his two older brothers who played saxophone and piano. Rmere, 03 Poutterangi, 2023. Violinist Christian Howes guests on Samuels' "Slow Dance," giving it a wonderfully eerie and wheezing feel. Te Puni Kkiri is led by Secretary for Mori Development, Dave Samuels, who is supported by a team of Deputy Secretaries. He is replacing Michelle Hippolite, who announced her resignation this year. 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. Become a member and get exclusive access to articles, live sessions and more! THE PROFESSIONAL IMAGE MARKETING & PUBLIC RELATIONS INC. POLISH-AMERICAN COOPERATIVE HOUSING CORPORATION. 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. DAVID SAMUELS, V.M.D., P.C. 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. 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. 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. The CJPs 2002 disc, The Gathering (featuring Samuels and flutist Dave Valentin), won a Grammy in the category Best Latin Jazz Album. Could video game skills help you get a job? 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. Terina is currently completing her Master of Public Management with the Australian New Zealand School of Government. The Company's current operating status is Active. He was Co-Founder of the bank which was launched in 2002. 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. His earlier career included assignments in Tehran, Canberra, London and Papua New Guinea, where he was High Commissioner. SPORTING TIMES/HOME OWNERS' MONTHLY, INC. SOCIETY FOR RESEARCH ON ADOLESCENCE, INC. , CREATE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT FUND CORPORATION. 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. State Services Commissioner Peter Hughes, who announced the appointment, said Mr Samuels was a seasoned leader with a strong background in policy and economic development. Te Puni Kkiri has a new leader at the helm. Samuels was born in Waukegan, Illinois, United States. 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. Ray Smith is Director-General at the New Zealand Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI). He made a two-volume instructional video, Mallet Keyboard Musicianship, in 1988, and published a method book, Contemporary Vibraphone Technique, in 1992. 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. While he isn't widely known in Moridom, he has the confidence of senior minister. The branches went north and south, and there is a tremendous amount of music connected to that tree. He also studied with vibraphonist Gary Burton at Berklee. For the first five or six years I was basically just a hired musician whod go into the studio and overdub my music. Nevertheless, Samuels performed on each of the bands first six albums before becoming a full-time member with their seventh, 1983s City Kids. 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. 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. 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. [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. Facebook gives people the power to. 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. Prior to this he was reporting directly to the Prime Minister on the work of the Child Wellbeing Unit and the Child Poverty Unit. Among the contributors to that disc were Valentin (flute), Eddie Palmieri (piano), Ray Barretto (congas), David Snchez (tenor saxophone) and Steve Khan (acoustic guitar). In 1966 he enrolled in Boston . He is the Secretary for Mori Development. The exact cause of death has not been disclosed. 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. tpk.govt.nz 189 7 Comments Like Comment Share Te Puni Kkiri 8,567 followers 3d Report this post Report Report. 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. There are 200+ professionals named "Dave Samuels", who use LinkedIn to exchange information, ideas, and opportunities. Often, the vibraphone can create this abstract, mellow mood, says Marsalis, shown here with journalist Michael Jackson. 2023 Madavor Media, LLC. 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. She held the role for over six years and was the first whine to lead the organisation. He is also a member of the Massey University Business School Advisory Board. Enron. DB. I learned what I could and then just went out and played. Join Facebook to connect with Dave Samuels and others you may know. His recordings and live performances during that period also reflect his prowess on the steelpan, a . One day they called me up and asked me to go on tour, he recalled. All rights reserved. enter your email and well send you details, Aug 2005 Eruera Rerekura. Te Puni Kkiri is led by Secretary for Mori Development, Dave Samuels, who is supported by a team of Deputy Secretaries. And these words are all true. 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. Learn all about Dave Samuels on AllMusic. Outgoing Te Puni Kkiri chief executive Michelle Hippolite has been in the role for over six years. In 1993 Samuels founded, with clarinetist Paquito DRivera and steelpannist Andy Narell, the Caribbean Jazz Project. 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. Holds a Master of Philosophy in Defence and Strategic Studies from Massey University and a Master of Public Administration (with merit) from Victoria University. Biography [ edit] Burt Bacharach, who died in Los Angeles at age 94 on Feb. 8, was among the last of a small, oddly isolated island of. He said he had no doubt that under Mr Samuels' leadership, Te Puni Kkiri would help improve wellbeing for whnau, hap and iwi. The song reached No. 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. View Dave Samuels results including current phone number, address, relatives, background check report, and property record with Whitepages. She held the role for over six years and was the first whine to lead the organisation. He is replacing Michelle Hippolite, who announced her resignation this year. He's David Samuels of Waikato-Tainui and Whakathea descent. - Jul 2017, Aug 2017 This toxic combination of widening political polarisation and institutional failures was contaminated further by the country's disastrous response to Covid-19, which crushed small and medium-sized businesses while padding the profits of large investors and internet-based monopolists. Christopher Luxon's State of the Nation speech: Affordable childcare plan unveiled. One of the most prodigious composers and singular, harmonically sophisticated improvisers in jazz history, tenor and. An extensive background in the financial services industry has also included senior management positions with Westpac and Trust Bank. I learned to improvise the way most of the earlier jazz artists did, he said. All rights reserved. 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. 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 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. David Alan Samuels was born October 9, 1948 in Waukegan, Illinois. Paul Brock was the Kiwibank Group Chief Executive from 2010-2017. 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