Your browser currently has JavaScript turned off, National State of Emergency declared to assist in the response to Cyclone Gabrielle. The exact cause of death has not been disclosed. In her role she oversees investment in innovation that will build capability among Mori communities so they can achieve their aspirations and move towards intergenerational transformation. He taught percussion at Berklee before moving to New York City in 1974. 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. Explore Dave Samuels's discography including top tracks, albums, and reviews. Led the policy unit at TPK from 2005-2012. Andrew Baker (Te Arawa, Twharetoa) is Managing Director of Tika Learning Ltd, a strategic cultural consultancy helping businesses in their journey to discover the value in authentically embracing Mori culture. Dave (David) Tokohau Samuels is a seasoned public service leader with strong ties to iwi, hap and whnau Mori. David Alan Samuels was born October 9, 1948 in Waukegan, Illinois. Before NZTE Peter was based in Sydney as Regional President Norske Skog Australasia, manufacturing newsprint for New Zealand, Australia and Asian markets. The Company's current operating status is Active. public sector and New Zealand political economy, To join your company account for BusinessDesk and enjoy full access, Read the latest news, case studies and media updates from New Zealand Story. Geoffs previous position as an Executive Director at the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (DPMC) included a two-month intensive stint in the National Crisis Management Centre in response to COVID-19 in May 2020. THE PROFESSIONAL IMAGE MARKETING & PUBLIC RELATIONS INC. POLISH-AMERICAN COOPERATIVE HOUSING CORPORATION. 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 . Terinas previous role was at Manat m ng Iwi te Moana-nui--Kiwa, Ministry for Pacific Peoples, where she served as a member of the Executive Leadership Team. DRivera and Narell would eventually leave the group, and Samuels became its leader. During the 1980s he also recorded with Paul McCandless, Art Lande, Anthony Davis, and Bobby McFerrin. Eruera Rerekura. Most recently she was the Ministrys Director of Education, Waikato. Te Puni Kkiri has a new leader at the helm. 4, "Dave Samuels | Album Discography | AllMusic", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Dave_Samuels&oldid=1142428577, This page was last edited on 2 March 2023, at 09:22. The 10 Best Jazz Albums of the 1950s: Critics Picks, Year in Review: The Top 40 Jazz Albums of 2022, Year in Review: The Top 10 Historical Albums of 2022. 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. here, Previously helped promote NZs primary industries in the Middle East and Asia. He began his career as an infantry officer in the New Zealand Army and has led New Zealand soldiers in Singapore and Malaysia and seen operational service in Lebanon, Syria, Bougainville, and East Timor. The statement also indicated that Samuels was battling with an undisclosed illness saying, "He has not been well for quite a while." . Don't seek support service here please. She also guided the Mori Land Courts national network of offices, to provide a range of services for Mori landowners and their whnau and hap. Survivors include two brothers, Stephen and Jeffrey; a daughter, Sarah; and Samuels partner, Janet Ross. Details will be announced as they develop on social media. Back Submit. Mr Samuels, of Waikato-Tainui and Te Whakathea, will start as chief executive of the Ministry of Mori Development in September. He was 70. Prior to his current appointment he was the Deputy Director-General, China Relations based in the New Zealand Embassy in Beijing, leading the Ministry for Primary Industries' team in China. Dave Samuels has established himself as the top mallet player of his generation. About|Terms of Use|PrivacyCopyright 2023 Maher Publications. His recordings and live performances during that period also reflect his prowess on the steelpan, a tuned percussion instrument of Trinidadian origin. Dave (David) Tokohau Samuels is a seasoned public service leader with strong ties to iwi, hap and whnau Mori. 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). Paul has been Chairman of Gareth Morgan Investments Ltd and Kiwibank Investment Management Ltd and a Director of Kiwi Insurance Ltd, New Zealand Home Loans Ltd, Kiwibank Custodial Services Ltd, AMP Home Loans Ltd, Kiwi Capital Securities Ltd, Kiwi Capital Funding Ltd and Kiwi Wealth Management Ltd. Samara Joy gives her acceptance speech at the Grammys on Feb. 5. Sign in to continue reading, The Spyro Gyra and Caribbean Jazz Project vibraphonist passed away April 22. But you always knew that Read More Kelly Sill, My introduction to Joeys music was in 1995 when I was given his Live at the 5 Spot CD as a Christmas gift and immediately Read More In Memoriam: Joey DeFrancesco, America's jazz resource, delivered to your inbox. Grace provided oversight and direction over the Waitangi Units administrative and support services to the Waitangi Tribunal. Holds a Master of Philosophy in Defence and Strategic Studies from Massey University and a Master of Public Administration (with merit) from Victoria University. It's easy to turn JavaScript on -, National Emergency Management Agency civil.defence.govt.nz, find out how to enable JavaScript in your browser, provide guidance to government about policies affecting Mori wellbeing. Dave Samuels is the current Chief Executive of Te Puni Kkiri (the Ministry of Mori Development) in New Zealand. He played drums and piano as a child. He brings these skills and more to the role of Deputy Secretary, Policy Partnerships. His death was announced by the band on its official Facebook page, and confirmed by his daughter, Sarah Samuels. He is married to Marguerite and has seven children. One of the most prodigious composers and singular, harmonically sophisticated improvisers in jazz history, tenor and. Their business is recorded as DOMESTIC PROFESSIONAL SERVICE CORPORATION. Peter has been Chief Executive of NZTE since October 2011. 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. Mr Samuels brings a w. 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. Died. He is also a member of the Massey University Business School Advisory Board. "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. Dave has held numerous policy and operational leadership roles with the Department of Corrections, Te Puni Kokiri and the Ministry for Primary Industries. Te Puni Kkiri means a group moving forward together. Apr 23, 2019. The Ministry supports three Ministers: The Minister for Mori Development, the Associate Minister for Mori Development, and the Minister for Whnau Ora. Our story is grounded in our values its who we are, what we stand for and what we offer the world. Ren de Monchy joined Tourism New Zealand in August 2015. Nolan described the LP as a record of tremendous lyrical and emotional depth., Samuels told DownBeat that he and Friedman were on a mission to shine a bright spotlight on mallet instruments. I learned what I could and then just went out and played. He made his first album, One Step Ahead, in 1980the first of 10 solo albums. 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. Grace Smit is Deputy Secretary - Strategy, Finance, and Performance. Dave Samuels is the current Chief Executive of Te Puni Kkiri (the Ministry of Mori Development) in New Zealand. By the time he graduated with a degree in psychology from Boston University, he was playing mallet instruments. Terinas public service experience extends across policy, corporate services, and community engagement to lead ourOrganisational Supportfunctions. Andy Narell's contributions on "Pan Dance" and "New Math" lend a definite Caribbean influence and seem to be a preview of the Caribbean Jazz Project, which would eventually happen in the early '90s.For the most part, Living Colors is a very nice album, however, Samuels tends not to be overly adventurous . David Alan Samuels was born Oct. 9, 1948, in Waukegan, Illinois. Facebook gives people the power to. Her appointment builds on five years working with New Zealand Story and the Advisory Board welcomes her global connections and strategic direction for our important and rapidly evolving creative sector ecosystem. 1. Often, the vibraphone can create this abstract, mellow mood, says Marsalis, shown here with journalist Michael Jackson. Winter Love, April Joy featured Friedman and Samuels playing vibraphone, marimba and bass marimba. 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. Te Matatini Herenga Waka Herenga Tangata was a great opportunity to share krero, all the while enjoying the best that the world of . Even if youre playing something for the 300th time, you can still come up with something new. Paula Rawiri brings a wealth and breadth of experience to the role of Deputy Secretary Regional Partnerships and Operations. The Executive Leadership Team of Te Puni Kkiri is Secretary for Mori Development Dave Samuels and Deputy Secretaries. - Mar 2012, Mar 2012 The third of three brothers, he began to play drums at age six, inspired by his two older brothers who played saxophone and piano. His recordings and live performances during that period also reflect his prowess on the steelpan, a . 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. It was as a session musician that he first encountered Spyro Gyra when they were a local bar band up in Buffalo, he told Heckman. He is the Secretary for Mori Development. 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. 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. Dave Samuels is the current Chief Executive of Te Puni Kkiri (the Ministry of Mori Development) in New Zealand. DownBeat is an internationally registered trademark of Maher Publications. Chair New Zealand Story Advisory Board, Secretary and CEO Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Director-General Ministry for Primary Industries. 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. 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. 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. Its endless. - Te Puni Kokiri The Ministry supports three Ministers: The Minister for Mori Development, the Associate Minister for Mori Development, and the Minister for Whnau Ora. He made a two-volume instructional video, Mallet Keyboard Musicianship, in 1988, and published a method book, Contemporary Vibraphone Technique, in 1992. Often controversial, always entertaining, JazzTimes is a favorite of musicians and fans alike. Facebook gives people the power to. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news, updates and resources, For visual assets and marketing resources, Search our toolkit. His recordings and live performances during that period also reflect his prowess on the steelpan, a tuned percussion instrument of Trinidadian origin. With public service experience across a broad range of policy, operational and service design responsibilities, Grace brings a wealth of experience and expertise to lead our strategy, finance and performance functions. Mr Samuels has been working in international relations for the past five years and has previously worked at Te Puni Kkiri as Director of Policy. Photo: RNZ / Tom Furley. (DOS ID: 1080724) was incorporated on 05/08/1986 in New York. 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. It has to do with you becoming a professional human being.. Enron. It soon became Samuels project alone, a vehicle for exploring various styles of Latin and Afro-Caribbean jazz. David I Samuels Pawling, NY (49 mi. In 1966 he enrolled in Boston . (DOS ID: 1080724) was incorporated on 05/08/1986 in New York. View Dave Samuels results including current phone number, address, relatives, background check report, and property record with Whitepages. 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. Jazz vocalist Samara Joy was crowned Best New Artist during this years Grammy Awards on Feb. 5. 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. Founded in 1993, The Caribbean Jazz Project initially featured Samuels, reedist Paquito DRivera and steel pan player Andy Narell. All rights reserved. Congratulations to the winners of Te Matatini 2023, Te Kapa Haka o Te Whnau a Apanui! He has a strong background in policy and economic development including leading the Policy unit at Te Puni Kkiri from 2005-2012. He played in a vibes/marimba duo with David Friedman, who had been his teacher at Boston, releasing albums under the name Double Image. He is replacing Michelle Hippolite, who announced her resignation this year. As Deputy Secretary Critical Projects, he is responsible for delivering a broad range of projects aimed at helping government see how it can work best with Mori to support whnau to thrive. Grace grew up in Auckland, where she gained a Masters of New Zealand History from the University of Auckland. He also continued freelancing with McCandless, Friedman, and others, and in 1995 was a part of Gerry Mulligans final recordings. He is a member of the Business Leaders Health and Safety Forum Steering Committee alongside a number of leaders across the government and private sectors. His career began as an infantry officer in the New Zealand Army. Find out what support is availableNational Emergency Management Agency civil.defence.govt.nz, Ministry of Mori Development-Te Puni Kkiri. He is recognized for his fresh new sound and creative approach to both the vibraphone and marimba. He began playing professionally at 15, and shortly thereafter began exploring the jazz clubs in nearby Chicago. Other highlights in what is truly a . (company number 1080724), 2014 GLASCO TPKE, WOODSTOCK, NY, 12498 Learn how to leverage transparent company data at scale. In Mark Smalls 2003 article Remaining in the Fold (published on the Berklee website), Samuels, who was an associate professor at the school at the time, discussed his formative experiences playing jazz. 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. Jul 1995 - Apr 20015 years 10 months. Diane Schuur Featuring Caribbean Jazz Project Schuur Fire, You Can't Do That on Stage Anymore, Vol. He began playing professionally at 15, and shortly thereafter began exploring the jazz clubs in nearby Chicago. To make a donation to the Alzheimers Association in honor of David Alan Samuels, click here. 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". He has a strong background in governance, management, growth business development, brand development and marketing. Published since 1970, JazzTimesAmericas Jazz Magazineprovides comprehensive and in-depth coverage of the jazz scene. Christopher Luxon's State of the Nation speech: Affordable childcare plan unveiled. Our organisational structure consists of The Secretary for Mori Development and five puni. I learned to improvise the way most of the earlier jazz artists did, he said. MPI works to enable and partner with primary industries to continue growing and protecting New Zealand. One day they called me up and asked me to go on tour, he recalled. 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. Ray Smith is Director-General at the New Zealand Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI). And these words are all true. [1] At the age of six he started playing drums and piano. Along with her passion for economic change-making, she is a champion for Aotearoas innovators and businesses to unlock the solutions needed to address climate change and social challenges. 3094. Rmere, 03 Poutterangi, 2023. The family requests that donations be directed to the Alzheimers Association and/or to a Berklee College of Music scholarship fund. Samuels family plans to host a memorial service in New York in early May. Paula holds a Bachelor of Education and Post Graduate Diploma in Mori and Pacific Development from the University of Waikato. By David Samuels. Born and raised in Wellington, Terina holds a Bachelor of Science from the Victoria University of Wellington. 6 on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart and which included Samuels composition Bahia.. Drummer/vibraphonist Jason Marsalis, in town with the New Orleans Groovemasters, took time for a listening session and. It entered jazz lore Read More Favorite Number, You never quite knew what Chicago bassist Kelly Sill was going to play (or what he was going to say). Our board provides governance over our strategy and oversees organisational performance. 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. An extensive background in the financial services industry has also included senior management positions with Westpac and Trust Bank. As Director Commercial, Ren manages Tourism New Zealands Commercial function which brings together our offshore offices and global Business Events team. 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 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. Te Puni Kkiri is led by Secretary for Mori Development, Dave Samuels, who is supported by a team of Deputy Secretaries. Grace has also held management roles in the Department of Corrections and the tertiary education sector. Join Facebook to connect with Dave Samuels and others you may know. They really have had very little impact in the past 20 years, Samuels said. SPORTING TIMES/HOME OWNERS' MONTHLY, INC. SOCIETY FOR RESEARCH ON ADOLESCENCE, INC. , CREATE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT FUND CORPORATION. His busy schedule with Spyro Gyra did not prevent Samuels from maintaining a solo career, however. David Tokohau Samuels of Waikato-Tainui and Te Whakathea has been welcomed into his role. A BusinessDesk subscription is your key to unlocking the The CJPs 2002 disc, The Gathering (featuring Samuels and flutist Dave Valentin), won a Grammy in the category Best Latin Jazz Album. For 18 years Paula contributed to Mori development at the Ministry of Education, where she has worked in leadership roles since 2002. Could video game skills help you get a job? 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. The CJPs 2008 release, Afro Bop Alliancewhich included standards as well as Samuels original compositionswon a Latin Grammy award in the category Best Latin Jazz Album. Samuels left Spyro Gyra in 2005 and made the Caribbean Jazz Project his primary musical outlet. The result was the largest single . 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. David Samuels announced as new Te Puni Kkiri CEO | The new CEO of Te Puni Kkiri has been announced. [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. 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. Samuels enjoyed a long musical partnership with fellow mallet instrumentalist David Friedman, with whom he founded The Mallet Duo and the band Double Image. 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. The branches went north and south, and there is a tremendous amount of music connected to that tree. [2][4], Samuels died on April 22, 2019, due to an undisclosed long-term illness.[1][5][6]. The third of three brothers, he began to play drums at age six, inspired by his two older brothers who played saxophone and piano. 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. I looked in my date book, saw an awful lot of white space and said, Why not? and its just continued on from there.. Burt Bacharach, who died in Los Angeles at age 94 on Feb. 8, was among the last of a small, oddly isolated island of. Stay connected with us. He is the Secretary for Mori Development. Its a process thats always growing; it never stops, he said of learning about music. Among the contributors to that disc were Valentin (flute), Eddie Palmieri (piano), Ray Barretto (congas), David Snchez (tenor saxophone) and Steve Khan (acoustic guitar).