Te Puni Kkiri has a new leader at the helm. He has not been well for quite a while, but the pain of his passing is as acute as it would be even if it had not been long expected. Whatever label they wear, CJP have a bright, infectious sound, led by vibraphonist Dave Samuels' bubbling and watery tones and, on three tracks here, the amazing talking steel drums of Andy Narell. As Group Chief Executive Paul led the Kiwibank Group through a period of rapid growth and diversification into business banking, wealth management, insurance and asset finance. [1] At the age of six he started playing drums and piano. 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. Paul Brock was the Kiwibank Group Chief Executive from 2010-2017. Mr Samuels, of Waikato-Tainui and Te Whakathea, will start as chief executive of the Ministry of Mori Development in September. Learn all about Dave Samuels on AllMusic. Details will be announced as they develop on social media. Its one way to keep yourself vibrant and alive.. There is no reason why it cant., Samuels added, To expose the vibes, we have to cover all the areas; I mean, doing concerts, clinics, giving lessons, doing lecturesits all part of the basic goal, which is to get people to play the instrument.. Its endless. He is recognized for his fresh new sound and creative approach to both the vibraphone and marimba. 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. The family requests that donations be directed to the Alzheimers Association and/or to a Berklee College of Music scholarship fund. It has to do with you becoming a professional human being.. With the help of the Yellowjackets' rhythm . Samuels has demonstrated his versatility and gained worldwide recognition by performing and recording with a broad scope of artists ranging . He taught percussion at Berklee before moving to New York City in 1974. The statement also indicated that Samuels was battling with an undisclosed illness saying, "He has not been well for quite a while." He continued his studies at the Berklee College of Music, also in Boston, and studied with vibraphonist Gary Burton. Photo: RNZ / Tom Furley. 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. For 18 years Paula contributed to Mori development at the Ministry of Education, where she has worked in leadership roles since 2002. Ray joined MPI on 1 November 2018 and is proud to be given the opportunity to work in a sector that has so much potential to influence both the standard of living and positive environmental outcomes for New Zealanders and for our children and future generations. He leads a workforce of 3,000 people in over 70 locations in New Zealand and around the world. He is replacing Michelle Hippolite, who announced her resignation this year. View the profiles of people named David Samuels. View the profiles of professionals named "Dave Samuels" on LinkedIn. MPI works to enable and partner with primary industries to continue growing and protecting New Zealand. Congratulations to the winners of Te Matatini 2023, Te Kapa Haka o Te Whnau a Apanui! tpk.govt.nz 189 7 Comments Like Comment Share Te Puni Kkiri 8,567 followers 3d Report this post Report Report. 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. Eruera Rerekura. His death was announced by the band on its official Facebook page, and confirmed by his daughter, Sarah Samuels. 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. Don't seek support service here please. He was previously Cultural Development Manager for Air New Zealand where he designed and oversaw the implementation of Air New Zealands Mori strategy. One of the most prodigious composers and singular, harmonically sophisticated improvisers in jazz history, tenor and. He made his first album, One Step Ahead, in 1980the first of 10 solo albums. Join Facebook to connect with David Samuels and others you may know. He is the Secretary for Mori Development. He is married to Marguerite and has seven children. Soon he was recording and performing with Gerry Mulligan, Carla Bley, and Gerry Niewood. Samara Joy gives her acceptance speech at the Grammys on Feb. 5. Chris has spent the last five years (2013-2018) as NewZealands High Commissioner to Australia. During his long career, Samuels collaborated with a vast array of musicians, including Chet Baker, Carla Bley, Billy Cobham, Freddy Cole, the Fantasy Band, Art Garfunkel, Stan Getz, Christian Howes, Bruce Hornsby, Bob James, Paul McCandless, Pat Metheny, Gerry Mulligan, Gerry Niewood, Oscar Peterson, Diane Schuur, Nestor Torres, Yellowjackets and Frank Zappa. Te Puni Kkiri is led by Secretary for Mori Development, Dave Samuels, who is supported by a team of Deputy Secretaries. 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. He was 70. Louise brings a unique skillset and excellent understanding of global markets, from her time in global business management roles for Fonterra. Samuels moved to New York in 1974, where his chops and Burtons endorsement quickly gained him work with Mulligans band, as well as recording sessions on Bleys seminal 3/4 for Piano and Orchestra and Zappas jazz-infected 1977 album Zappa in New York. He's David Samuels of Waikato-Tainui and Whakathea descent. Back Submit. 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 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. Grant's previous experience includes roles as Deputy Chief Executive and General Manager, Strategy at New Zealand Trade & Enterprise (NZTE), following extensive experience as Regional Director, South/South East Asia and Group General Manager, Business Solutions on the NZTE Leadership Team. 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 . 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 The exact cause of death has not been disclosed. 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. (DOS ID: 1080724) was incorporated on 05/08/1986 in New York. David Alan Samuels was born Oct. 9, 1948, in Waukegan, Illinois. He made a two-volume instructional video, Mallet Keyboard Musicianship, in 1988, and published a method book, Contemporary Vibraphone Technique, in 1992. I learned to improvise the way most of the earlier jazz artists did, he said. His earlier career included assignments in Tehran, Canberra, London and Papua New Guinea, where he was High Commissioner. DAVID SAMUELS, V.M.D., P.C. Te Puni Kkiri has a new leader at the helm - David Tokohau Samuels of Waikato-Tainui and Te Whakathea has been welcomed into his role. [2][4], Samuels died on April 22, 2019, due to an undisclosed long-term illness.[1][5][6]. To make a donation to the Alzheimers Association in honor of David Alan Samuels, click here. Chris also spent some time in the Ministry of Defence as Deputy Secretary, Policy and Planning from 2004-2008. All rights reserved. He said he had no doubt that under Mr Samuels' leadership, Te Puni Kkiri would help improve wellbeing for whnau, hap and iwi. Dave Samuels is the current Chief Executive of Te Puni Kkiri (the Ministry of Mori Development) in New Zealand. This is not the official website of this company. Mr Samuels, of Waikato-Tainui and Te Whakathea, will start as chief executive of the Ministry of Mori Development in September. Before NZTE Peter was based in Sydney as Regional President Norske Skog Australasia, manufacturing newsprint for New Zealand, Australia and Asian markets. - Te Puni Kokiri Already a member? Prior to his work with Spyro Gyra, Samuels was a member of baritone saxophonist Gerry Mulligans sextet, accompanying him on his legendary 1974 Carnegie Hall reunion concert with trumpeter Chet Baker. He brings these skills and more to the role of Deputy Secretary, Policy Partnerships. The Executive Leadership Team of Te Puni Kkiri is Secretary for Mori Development Dave Samuels and Deputy Secretaries. Outgoing Te Puni Kkiri chief executive Michelle Hippolite has been in the role for over six years. The CJPs 2002 disc, The Gathering (featuring Samuels and flutist Dave Valentin), won a Grammy in the category Best Latin Jazz Album. Mr Samuels was welcomed into the job on Monday. Rmere, 03 Poutterangi, 2023. Formulated the Mori economic strategy and action plan He kai kei aku ringa, released in 2012. 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. Houston, Texas and London, England. The deeply emotive. He began playing professionally at 15, and shortly thereafter began exploring the jazz clubs in nearby Chicago. 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. Paula Rawiri brings a wealth and breadth of experience to the role of Deputy Secretary Regional Partnerships and Operations. I led the development of several gas, electricity, and technology businesses during my 7-year career with . 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. In 1993 Samuels founded, with clarinetist Paquito DRivera and steelpannist Andy Narell, the Caribbean Jazz Project. Samuels family plans to host a memorial service in New York in early May. Mr Samuels brings a w. Dave Samuels is the current Chief Executive of Te Puni Kkiri (the Ministry of Mori Development) in New Zealand. He was 70 years old. Their business is recorded as DOMESTIC PROFESSIONAL SERVICE CORPORATION. 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 . All rights reserved. On April 22, Spyro Gyra posted a tribute on its Facebook page: Today the world said goodbye to Dave Samuels, a man of great talent, intelligence and wit. (DOS ID: 1080724). Other highlights in what is truly a . Years later, Dave attained a Master of Philosophy (Humanities and Social Sciences) in Defence and Strategic Studies from Massey University and a Master of Public Administration degree (with Merit) from Victoria University of Wellington. An extensive background in the financial services industry has also included senior management positions with Westpac and Trust Bank. He is a former Deputy Secretary for Education at the Ministry of Education, assigned to the Minister of Educations Office as Chief Advisor. 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. 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. Explore Dave Samuels's discography including top tracks, albums, and reviews. 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. He played drums and piano as a child. DAVID SAMUELS, V.M.D., P.C. Samuels left Spyro Gyra in 2005 and made the Caribbean Jazz Project his primary musical outlet. Copyright 2019, UMA Broadcasting Ltd: www.waateanews.com, Enter your email address to receive regular updates from Waatea News. Often, the vibraphone can create this abstract, mellow mood, says Marsalis, shown here with journalist Michael Jackson. [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. Te Puni Kkiri provides independent policy advice to the Minister and Associate Minister for Mori Development and the Minister for Whnau Ora. Hugh brings lived leadership, and strategic and operational experience to his role culminating from over 30 years service as an officer in Ngti Tmatauenga (New Zealand Army) and more recently in Defence strategy and intelligence roles. The result was the largest single . But, Read More In Memoriam: Wayne Shorter, The story of the 55 Bar dates back to Prohibition, when the underground West Village watering hole opened as a speakeasy. 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. (company number 1080724), 2014 GLASCO TPKE, WOODSTOCK, NY, 12498 Learn how to leverage transparent company data at scale. View the profiles of people named Dave Samuels. 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. Samuels teaching a class at the Music School of Montevideo, 2010. Grace Smit is Deputy Secretary - Strategy, Finance, and Performance. DOMESTIC PROFESSIONAL SERVICE CORPORATION, DAVID SAMUELS, V.M.D., P.C. Terina returns to Te Puni Kkiri after undertaking the Graduate programme in 2007; where she was first introduced to the Public Service. Chair New Zealand Story Advisory Board, Secretary and CEO Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Director-General Ministry for Primary Industries. Farewell, brother.. [2], Samuels wrote columns for the magazines Modern Percussionist and Modern Drummer, a method book, and made an instructional video. Biography [ edit] Additionally, Samuels contributed to one of Spyro Gyras biggest airplay successes, playing marimba and steel drums on the title track to the 1979 album Morning Dance. 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. Prior to his current appointmen t 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. Started career as an infantry officer in the NZ Army. Founded in 1993, The Caribbean Jazz Project initially featured Samuels, reedist Paquito DRivera and steel pan player Andy Narell. Theyve been present and there have been individuals who have brought the vibes to prominence on occasion, but the truth is the instrument is not functioning in the music scene as much as it should be. David Alan Samuels was born October 9, 1948 in Waukegan, Illinois. With a strong background in operational and policy management, Paula is highly skilled in developing and implementing Mori education initiatives, and she continues to broker opportunities with whnau, hap, iwi and Mori at Te Puni Kkiri. 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 other groups, including Double Image, Gallery and the Skylight Trio. His recordings and live performances during that period also reflect his prowess on the steelpan, a . 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. Samuels was also an active and sought-after educator, teaching at both Berklee and the New England Conservatory of Music. Born and raised in Wellington, Terina holds a Bachelor of Science from the Victoria University of Wellington. One of an iconic triumvirate of 60s rock guitar gods, along with Jimi Hendrix and Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck set the. This toxic combination of widening political polarisation and institutional failures was contaminated further by the country's disastrous response to Covid-19, which crushed small and medium-sized businesses while padding the profits of large investors and internet-based monopolists. Our Ministers She held the role for over six years and was the first whine to lead the organisation. Most recently she was the Ministrys Director of Education, Waikato. In 1966 he enrolled in Boston . At the time that Friedman and Samuels were profiled in journalist Herb Nolans article Two-Man Percussion Crusade in the Dec. 2, 1976, issue of DownBeat, the pair had recorded the album Winter Love, April Joy, and a follow-up, Futures Past, was slated for release. Dave Samuels Interview 11,552 views Jan 23, 2013 159 Dislike Share Save Yamaha_Global 256K subscribers Dave Samuels plays the vibraphone and talks about how he started to play Jazz, his. Dave has held numerous policy and operational leadership roles with the Department of Corrections, Te Puni Kokiri and the Ministry for Primary Industries. Ren de Monchy joined Tourism New Zealand in August 2015. 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. Meet the team bringing our unique New Zealand stories to life to enhance our global reputation. Sign in to continue reading, The Spyro Gyra and Caribbean Jazz Project vibraphonist passed away April 22. Paula holds a Bachelor of Education and Post Graduate Diploma in Mori and Pacific Development from the University of Waikato. Te Puni Kkiri is led by Secretary for Mori Development, Dave Samuels, who is supported by a team of Deputy Secretaries. 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. Dave Samuels has established himself as the top mallet player of his generation. 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. Survivors include two brothers, Stephen and Jeffrey; a daughter, Sarah; and Samuels partner, Janet Ross. He also continued freelancing with McCandless, Friedman, and others, and in 1995 was a part of Gerry Mulligans final recordings. here, Previously helped promote NZs primary industries in the Middle East and Asia. He began playing professionally at 15, and shortly thereafter began exploring the jazz clubs in nearby Chicago. Their business is recorded as DOMESTIC PROFESSIONAL SERVICE CORPORATION . 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. Dave (David) Tokohau Samuels is a seasoned public service leader with strong ties to iwi, hap and whnau Mori. Led the policy unit at TPK from 2005-2012. 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. She held the role for over six years and was the first whine to lead the organisation. There are 200+ professionals named "Dave Samuels", who use LinkedIn to exchange information, ideas, and opportunities. Terina is currently completing her Master of Public Management with the Australian New Zealand School of Government. Free and open company data on New York (US) company DAVID SAMUELS, V.M.D., P.C. Associate Minister for Mori Development Hon Willie Jackson Minister for Mori Development Manager Dave Samuels Chief Executive, Te Puni Kkiri Organisations Te Mngai Pho Te Tumu Paeroa Sector Public Service Last updated 22 October 2020 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. 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. 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. Burt Bacharach, who died in Los Angeles at age 94 on Feb. 8, was among the last of a small, oddly isolated island of. He was 70. As the Functional Lead for Health and Safety across the public sector, Ray is responsible for increasing the capability for smart health and safety practice across the public sector. Our board provides governance over our strategy and oversees organisational performance. Prior to that he was the Consul and Regional Agriculture Counsellor for the Ministry for Primary Industries at the New Zealand Embassy in the United Arab Emirates, where he was responsible for maintaining and expanding primary industry trade with the Middle East and North Africa. His career began as an infantry officer in the New Zealand Army. Become a member and get exclusive access to articles, live sessions and more! The Ministry supports three Ministers: The Minister for Mori Development, the Associate Minister for Mori Development, and the Minister for Whnau Ora. 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. Victoria Blood has a long and international career in the entertainment and creative industries, working with some of the biggest names in New Zealands music scene, including managing Gin Wigmore. Theres always something new that someone is doing, or something different that someone is doing. It soon became Samuels project alone, a vehicle for exploring various styles of Latin and Afro-Caribbean jazz. The Executive Leadership Team of Te Puni Kkiri is Secretary for Mori Development Dave Samuels and Deputy Secretaries. Could video game skills help you get a job? While he isn't widely known in Moridom, he has the confidence of senior minister. Burt Bacharach with Carol Bayer Sagar and Miles Davis in 1984. which means that www.govt.nz might not display properly on your device. In 1993 he created the Caribbean Jazz Project. Across her public service career to date, Terina has worked at the Environmental Protection Authority, Inland Revenue, and the Department of Corrections. David Alan Samuels (October 9, 1948 April 22, 2019)[1] was an American vibraphone and marimba player who spent many years with the contemporary jazz group Spyro Gyra.