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Heillig Manoeuvresa国际传媒檚 fifth CD Thoughtful Fun and leading his jazz quartet on a nine-concert tour.

Heillig, who turns 65 in October, is not planning to slow down any time soon.

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Thoughtful Fun is the third release featuring the present members of Heillig Maneouvre, who have been together since 2011. Their exuberant personalities and keen interplay make for exciting performances.

Heillig Manoeuvre is composed of Alison Young on saxophones, Stacie McGregor on piano and keyboards, Charlie Cooley on drums and Henry Heillig on bass.

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