Growing up in Taup, where she returns as often as possible, she maintains her strong regional focus by being based in the Te Puni Kkiri Hamilton office. This is not the official website of this company. David Samuels announced as new Te Puni Kkiri CEO | The new CEO of Te Puni Kkiri has been announced. About|Terms of Use|PrivacyCopyright 2023 Maher Publications. 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. Other highlights in what is truly a . (DOS ID: 1080724) was incorporated on 05/08/1986 in New York. An in-demand session musician, Samuels played on jazz singer Nancy Wilsons album Turned To Blue (2006), which won a Grammy in the category Best Jazz Vocal Album. 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. The deeply emotive. 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 enter your email and well send you details, Aug 2005 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. 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. In the pantheons of guitar players, Jeff was the chosen one, said Steve Vai of the late Jeff Beck. He learned vibes and marimba while a student at Boston University. The family requests that donations be directed to the Alzheimers Association and/or to a Berklee College of Music scholarship fund. 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. Te Puni Kkiri provides independent policy advice to the Minister and Associate Minister for Mori Development and the Minister for Whnau Ora. Details will be announced as they develop on social media. The Ministry supports three Ministers: The Minister for Mori Development, the Associate Minister for Mori Development, and the Minister for Whnau Ora. David Tokohau Samuels has been named as the new head of Te Puni Kkiri. Jul 1995 - Apr 20015 years 10 months. Paula holds a Bachelor of Education and Post Graduate Diploma in Mori and Pacific Development from the University of Waikato. He is married to Marguerite and has seven children. 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. 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. - Sep 2019, Secretary for Mori Development and Chief Executive Officer, Sep 2019 Facebook gives people the power to. He began playing professionally at 15, and shortly thereafter began exploring the jazz clubs in nearby Chicago. National State of Emergency declared to assist in the response to Cyclone Gabrielle. The exact cause of death has not been disclosed. View Dave Samuels results including current phone number, address, relatives, background check report, and property record with Whitepages. 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. 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. His busy schedule with Spyro Gyra did not prevent Samuels from maintaining a solo career, however. 2021 UMA Broadcasting Ltd. All rights reserved. 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. Your browser currently has JavaScript turned off, Hugh has a Master of Military Art and Science and a Master of Strategic Studies from United States institutions, and in the 2012 Queens Birthday Honours was awarded the Distinguished Service Decoration for services to the NZ Defence Force in reference to his service in Afghanistan. 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. 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". The Executive Leadership Team of Te Puni Kkiri is Secretary for Mori Development Dave Samuels and Deputy Secretaries. His death was announced by the band on its official Facebook page, and confirmed by his daughter, Sarah Samuels. 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. Its one way to keep yourself vibrant and alive.. 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 . The Company's current operating status is Active 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. There are 200+ professionals named "Dave Samuels", who use LinkedIn to exchange information, ideas, and opportunities. 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. 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. Died. tpk.govt.nz 189 7 Comments Like Comment Share Te Puni Kkiri 8,567 followers 3d Report this post Report Report. Burt Bacharach with Carol Bayer Sagar and Miles Davis in 1984. David Alan Samuels was born October 9, 1948 in Waukegan, Illinois. Paul Brock was the Kiwibank Group Chief Executive from 2010-2017. Chris was Deputy Secretary for the Australia, Pacific, Europe, Middle East and Africa Group from 2008-2013. Produced by Jay Beckenstein, Living Colors is bound to appeal to Spyro Gyra audiences. DAVID SAMUELS, V.M.D., P.C. 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. Today we have a very organized system taught here at Berklee, but before Berklee or other music schools from any era, people learned by apprenticing. He played in a vibes/marimba duo with David Friedman, who had been his teacher at Boston, releasing albums under the name Double Image. Biography [ edit] Jazz vocalist Samara Joy was crowned Best New Artist during this years Grammy Awards on Feb. 5. And these words are all true. Chris has spent the last five years (2013-2018) as NewZealands High Commissioner to Australia. DRivera and Narell would eventually leave the group, and Samuels became its leader. Already a member? Te Puni Kkiri is led by Secretary for Mori Development, Dave Samuels, who is supported by a team of Deputy Secretaries. 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). 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. MPI works to enable and partner with primary industries to continue growing and protecting New Zealand. Soon he was recording and performing with Gerry Mulligan, Carla Bley, and Gerry Niewood. As a solo artist, Samuels discography includes One Step Ahead (1980), Natural Selection (1991) and Synergy With Samuels (1994), among others. Born and raised in Wellington, Terina holds a Bachelor of Science from the Victoria University of Wellington. 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. which means that www.govt.nz might not display properly on your device. His tribal allegiances are Waikato-Tainui and Te Whakathea. He played drums and piano as a child. His career began as an infantry officer in the New Zealand Army. They really have had very little impact in the past 20 years, Samuels said. He first joined MFAT in 1985. Copyright 2019, UMA Broadcasting Ltd: www.waateanews.com, Enter your email address to receive regular updates from Waatea News. Our organisational structure consists of The Secretary for Mori Development and five puni. [2], Samuels wrote columns for the magazines Modern Percussionist and Modern Drummer, a method book, and made an instructional video. Living in various places across New Zealand growing up, Geoff went on to study at the University of Waikato and later at Victoria University of Wellington. Shorter performing at the 2015 Earshot Jazz Festival in Seattle. Joining DPMC from his role as Assistant Commissioner at the State Services Commission, Geoff worked with the Chief Executives of ten social sector agencies to lift system performance. Dave Samuels is the current Chief Executive of Te Puni Kkiri (the Ministry of Mori Development) in New Zealand. - Mar 2012, Mar 2012 He is also a member of the Massey University Business School Advisory Board. David Kenneth Samuels, 51 Resides in Englewood, CO Lived In Denver CO, Arlington VA, Washington DC, Albany NY Related To Elizabeth Samuels, Barbara Samuels, Carol Samuels, William Samuels Includes Address (11) Phone (9) Email (4) See Results David Rustam Samuels, 61 Resides in Newton, NC Started career as an infantry officer in the NZ Army. Samuels was born in Waukegan, Illinois, United States. 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. Drummer/vibraphonist Jason Marsalis, in town with the New Orleans Groovemasters, took time for a listening session and. Mr Samuels was welcomed into the job on Monday. 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. Farewell, brother.. "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. Louise brings a unique skillset and excellent understanding of global markets, from her time in global business management roles for Fonterra. 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. Grace provided oversight and direction over the Waitangi Units administrative and support services to the Waitangi Tribunal. All rights reserved. THE PROFESSIONAL IMAGE MARKETING & PUBLIC RELATIONS INC. POLISH-AMERICAN COOPERATIVE HOUSING CORPORATION. He taught at Berklee and at the New England Conservatory of Music. Free and open company data on New York (US) company DAVID SAMUELS, V.M.D., P.C. The CJPs 2002 disc, The Gathering (featuring Samuels and flutist Dave Valentin), won a Grammy in the category Best Latin Jazz Album. 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. Violinist Christian Howes guests on Samuels' "Slow Dance," giving it a wonderfully eerie and wheezing feel. 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. Or at least you can inspire someone else to play something different. 2023 Madavor Media, LLC. Dave (David) Tokohau Samuels is a seasoned public service leader with strong ties to iwi, hap and whnau Mori. Ray Smith is Director-General at the New Zealand Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI). 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. Grace grew up in Auckland, where she gained a Masters of New Zealand History from the University of Auckland. One of the most prodigious composers and singular, harmonically sophisticated improvisers in jazz history, tenor and. Our Mori Advisory Group provides guidance on protocols, language and content development to ensure that New Zealands storytelling reflects and connects to Te Ao Mori with authenticity. His earlier career included assignments in Tehran, Canberra, London and Papua New Guinea, where he was High Commissioner. While he isn't widely known in Moridom, he has the confidence of senior minister. Back Submit. Often, the vibraphone can create this abstract, mellow mood, says Marsalis, shown here with journalist Michael Jackson. Mr Samuels was welcomed into the job on Monday. 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. An extensive background in the financial services industry has also included senior management positions with Westpac and Trust Bank. Burt Bacharach, who died in Los Angeles at age 94 on Feb. 8, was among the last of a small, oddly isolated island of. [2][3], In 1979 he began recording with Spyro Gyra, eventually becoming a member of the band in 1986 and remaining with it through the 1990s. 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. 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. - Te Puni Kokiri I looked in my date book, saw an awful lot of white space and said, Why not? and its just continued on from there.. Meet the team bringing our unique New Zealand stories to life to enhance our global reputation. [1] At the age of six he started playing drums and piano. Diane Schuur Featuring Caribbean Jazz Project Schuur Fire, You Can't Do That on Stage Anymore, Vol. 6 on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart and which included Samuels composition Bahia.. Join Facebook to connect with David Samuels and others you may know. Geoff Short has extensive experience working across Government and with Mori communities. 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 Often controversial, always entertaining, JazzTimes is a favorite of musicians and fans alike. His recordings and live performances during that period also reflect his prowess on the steelpan, a tuned percussion instrument of Trinidadian origin. Our board provides governance over our strategy and oversees organisational performance. We are pleased to have Hugh join our Te Puni Kkiri whnau. Apr 23, 2019. 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. He was also a freelancer with the likes of Carla Bley, Frank Zappa, David Friedman, and Paul McCandless, and released several albums under his own name throughout the 1980s and 1990s. View the profiles of people named Dave Samuels. Its an endless study.. Sign in to continue reading, The Spyro Gyra and Caribbean Jazz Project vibraphonist passed away April 22. DAVID W. ARNOLD CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC. 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. Led the policy unit at TPK from 2005-2012. 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. Our Ministers The third of three brothers, he began to play drums at age six, inspired by his two older brothers who played saxophone and piano. Samuels teaching a class at the Music School of Montevideo, 2010. Dave (David) Tokohau Samuels is a seasoned public service leader with strong ties to iwi, hap and whnau Mori. To make a donation to the Alzheimers Association in honor of David Alan Samuels, click here. Houston, Texas and London, England. 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.