In Memorium:
- It is with profound sadness that we tell you of the sudden passing of our Bass player Ray Croxford on May 3rd, 2018. No one loved playing this music more than Ray. His incredible enthusiasm for The Kitchen Gypsies and life in general will be missed, as will his positive personality and great smile. His passing is a huge loss to all who knew him.
About The Kitchen Gypsies:
The Kitchen Gypsies live in Kingston, Ontario and play the Gypsy Jazz (Jazz Manouche) style of music created by Django Reinhardt in France in the 1930’s. In addition to charitable functions, private gatherings and celebrations, we have performed at local events including open air markets, The Skeleton Park Festival, Art Among the Ruins and the Homegrown Festival.
Listen to our music:
Book The Kitchen Gypsies for Your Event:
- We perform at weddings, dinners, celebrations and gatherings of all kinds. Contact us by email for details.
Testimonials:
- “The Gypsies rocked it at the Child Haven fund raising party last Saturday night. They set the PERFECT tone of cool, sexy, swingin’ fun… the best genre for creating happy customers. THANKS!” Andy
We are:
- Suzanne Becker – Violin/Vocals
- Ray Croxford – In Memorium
- Ray Desrosiers – Accordion/Harmonica/Vocals
- Gary Greer – Rhythm Guitar
- Ron Heidebrecht – Lead Guitar/Vocals
Upcoming Dates:
- Art Among The Ruins, June 16th, 10 am. Newburgh. http://www.artamongtheruins.com/
- Music in the Park, June 26, 12:30pm – 1:30pm. Confederation Park. https://www.downtownkingston.ca/events/2018/music-in-the-park
- Private Event – July 14th in the afternoon. Kingston.
- County Cider Company, July 17th at 6:00 pm. Waupoos in Prince Edward County. https://www.countycider.com/come-visit
- Night Market – Memorial Centre. TBA. August 23th. Kingston.
- Private Event (Wedding) August 24th. Kingston.
- Sounds on Sydenham, August 25, 10:00am – 11:00am. Sydenham Street Downtown. https://www.downtownkingston.ca/events/2018/music-in-the-park
Contact or be Added to Our Mailing List:
Links:
Professional Photos by Leah Riddell! www.leahriddell.com
Here are some photos from our gigs:
A lovely wedding reception in September of 2017 at the Hochelaga Inn, Kingston, Ontario.
County Cider Company in Waupoos, near Picton. August 2017. Photos Courtesy of Maggie Sutherland and Diana.
Skeleton Park Festival 2017 with special guests Brant Peppley, Spencer Evans and Oscar Evans (Photos Courtesy of Karen Lahey):
Memorial Centre Farmer’s Market (Photos courtesy of Maggie Sutherland):
Christmas Fundraiser:
Various Other Events:
Sandy Pines Wildlife Centre (Photo Courtesy of Janet Foster):
