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Direct from Sydney via the Jazz in Martinborough Festival. This afternoon ticketed show at St Peter's Village Hall in Paekakariki sees Jan's duo return on Sunday, Sept 6th Doors open 3.30 pm. Show at 4- 6 pm. Tickets are 2 for $50 or $30 each at the door or by direct pay to J Preston Westpac 030515 0299152 025 ref (first name - PK ) as we look to reduce fees and excess charges that you and us make no gain from !! JAN PRESTON is a knockout singer and pianist who has captured audiences around the world. She has created her own blues/boogie style trademarked by exceptional piano playing, together with her vibrant singing and skilful songwriting. Winner of 5 music awards, Jan plays concerts and festivals throughout Australia, NZ and Europe, writes music for film and TV, having just completed the score for her sister, Dame Gaylene Preston’s latest film “Grace”. From a background in classical music, Jan joined Red Mole Theatre Troupe, and first played Blues in Wellington with Midge Marsden’s Country Flyers. She and Midge’s bass player, Neil Hannon, went on to form Auckland rock band COUP D’ETAT with Harry Lyon (Hello Sailor), who had a hit with the song Doctor I Like Your Medicine, after which in 1980 Jan moved to Sydney. Jan Preston has an extensive back catalogue of 16 albums and CD releases, has represented the Sydney Blues Society at the American Blues Foundation in Memphis, and has been programmed into every major Folk, Jazz and Blues Festival in Australasia. She recently reached 2 million streams on Spotify, and her piano instrumental Trout Blues has become the title music to BBC Radio London’s Evening Show. JAN PRESTON’S BOOGIE DUO sees Jan performing with percussionist Mike Pullman. Prepare to move your feet! “an inspirational and gifted pianist, performer and entertainer” Rhythms Magazine