One sunny afternoon, about 20 years ago, four founding members gathered together in a suburban house to play a few simple tunes together. Over the years they have developed into the current lineup. The band members came from diverse backgrounds and span the generations, but one common thread binds them together – a love of playing music and an enjoyment in the band camaraderie. Art Gecko enjoyed playing at a variety of functions and over the years have also been lucky enough to perform at the Hamilton, Tauranga and Rotorua jazz clubs. As a ten piece band with five different vocalists Art Gecko play an eclectic and wide range of music, whilst still retaining a “jazzy” feel to our style.
- Barry Stirling – Lead Guitar
- Clara Lange – Violin and Vocals
- David Johnson – Keyboard
- John West – Clarinet and Vocals
- Peter Kateley – Rhythm Guitar
- Magic Murphy – Harmonica, Percussion and Vocals
- David West – Bass Guitar and Vocals
- Phil Connell – Drums
- Stuart Bayes – Trumpet and Vocals
- Colin Ogle – Saxophone
Art Gecko @ HJS – 26 Oct 2014
Art Gecko @ HJS – 26 Oct 2014
Clara Lange, Magic Murphy & Stuart Bayes, Art Gecko
Clara Lange & Magic Murphy, Art Gecko
Stuart Bayes, Art Gecko
John West, Art Gecko
John West, Art Gecko
John West, Art Gecko
Peter Kateley, David West, Stuart Bayes, Art Gecko
Stuart Baye & David West, Art Gecko
Peter Kateley, David West of Art Gecko
David Johnson, Art Gecko
David Johnson & Phil Connell, Art Gecko @ HJS – 26 Oct 2014
Barry Stirling, David Johnson, Art Gecko
Phil Connell, Art Gecko
Phil Connell, Art Gecko
Peter Kateley, David West, Stuart Bayes, Art Gecko
Peter Kateley, David West, Stuart Bayes, Art Gecko
Raffle at Art Gecko
The raffle with Art Gecko, 26 Oct 2014
Supper at Art Gecko concert