Australian Army Band Corps Recordings

The Australian Army Band Corps is proud to provide musical support to music education programs and community charity organisations. Producing recordings is another important aspect of remaining relevant in today's music industry. Be it jazz CDs raising funds for the homeless or an educational recording, the Band Corps are active members of society supporting the hearts and minds of Australians.

Reviews and samples

To listen to a sample track from any of the albums below please click on the cover art.

CAMOUFLAGE EXPOSED

SOLD OUT
An award winning big band Jazz album that raised in excess of $30,000 to assist in the rehabilitation of Sydney's homeless.
Selected tracks from this recording are available on 'Just Jazz', see below.
- Nominated as 'Best Contemporary Australian Jazz Album 2003'
- Attained 'number one' ranking on Birdland Record's 'Top Ten' listing.

"A CD not to be missed! The section work and high-energy solos are outstanding throughout."
- Don Burrows (Jazz legend)

"Have a listen to this CD, like me you will enjoy every punchy swinging moment of the album - superb."
- Jim McLeod (Jazztrack, ABC Classic FM)

"The world is clearly changing. Really? Yes. If an army band is turning its considerable talents away from the articulation of the parade ground to the type of music exemplified by 'Steps in the Dark' by Musician Andy Fiddes, then humanity is on the march in a decidedly creative formation. Beautifully structured, moody writing evoking European echoes, nice ensemble.
It all works. The band is called 'Camouflage' but I have to tell them that they have blown their cover. They groove."
- Paul Grabowsky (Director Australian Art Orchestra)

SALUTE TO THE AUSSIE DIGGER

To purchase this CD Call (03) 9450 7318
A heartfelt insight into Australian military history with poetry, diary excepts and song - Narrated by Jack Thompson.
'Be taken to the front-line'.

"This moving portrayal of Australia's proud Military history narrated by Jack Thompson and brought together by modern day soldiers, musicians, and historians, is a wonderful tribute to those who served and an invaluable educational tool for generations following on."
- Dr Jonathan King (Historian)

"Powerfully presented. A stirring tribute to the diggers who served our nation, produced by their successors and contemporaries. An excellent insight into Australia's military history."
- General Peter Cosgrove AC MC (Former Chief of Defence Force)

"A wonderful CD... Jack Thomson reads a powerful narrative telling the story of Aussie Digger's experience in wars from colonial times to the present. The music is evocative, shifting in style and tempo to capture something of the experience and the times, whilst the authentic sound effects provided by the Australian War Memorial bring this account to life. Legacy is a cause that really matters and this musical tribute does justice to that cause, to the heroism and the tragedy of more than a century of Australians at war."
- Peter Cochrane (Historian)

SCRIM

To purchase this CD Call (03) 9450 7431
An all original album offering funk, fusion, Latin and jazz. This recording highlights the creative talents of AABC musicians - Produced to assist in the education of improvised music.

"The musicians creativity, matched by dedication to their artistry, is evident throughout this recording and is an example of the depth and diversity of musicianship found today in the AABC. The AABC has enjoyed being an important and active member of the music industry, supporting the local community and in this case assisting young musicians to explore musical styles.

The SCRIM CD contrasts with previous AABC albums. It shifts from fusion to swing, presenting a small ensemble platform for young musicians to discover and develop their own creativity. It maybe difficult for one to imagine such creativity within a military band, but you will be pleasantly surprised to hear this fine ensemble venture outside the square. We thank the members of SCRIM who have taken the time to express their musicianship in a bid to assist the education of young Australians."
- Mike Tyler
Senior Education Officer (The Arts) Education Queensland and
Queensland and Federal Chair of the Australian Music Education Board

JUST JAZZ

To purchase this CD Call (03) 9450 7318
A double compilation CD produced by the Australian Army Band Corps featuring some of the finest Jazz recordings (including Camouflage Exposed). The recordings on this compilation span some 20 years of Band Corps history.

TRIBUTE TO AUSTRALIA'S COLONIAL HERITAGE

To purchase this CD Call (03) 9450 7318
A double compilation CD featuring some of the finest symphonic recordings produced by the Australian Army Band Corps.