Band farewells guitarist

Jim Conway's Big Wheel band will perform at the Peninsula Theatre on Friday, June 26.

The performance will be one of the last for band member Arne Hanna.

"Arne has been instrumental in the band's success," Mr Conway said.

"His gifted guitar playing and charismatic singing has inspired both audience and band members.

"It's very hard to find a man of Arne's ability to replace him, so the band has got a girl instead.

"Jess will be stepping into Arne's shoes, so come along to bid a fond farewell to Arne, and a raucous welcome to Jess Green.

"Jess has been based in Sydney since 2004, after completing a bachelor of Jazz studies at Canberra School of Music.

"Since arriving in Sydney, Jess has established herself as a gifted musician and composer as well as a sought-after teacher."

The performance starts from 8pm and tickets are available for $30 each by calling 4323 3233.

Press release, 26 May 2009 Jim Conway, Jim Conway's Big Wheel