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Jeni’s Picks for the week aheadThis is a preview of the new look for my weekly mailout. We’re still ironing out some of the details but I hope you like it overall! It’s not only far easier for me to update, but I think you’ll find it far easier to read. Plus, you can now click on an event title to see more details, such as web links for info or tickets, or a map to the venue. 
St.Paul’s Labyrinth-Live Music- Craig Addy Free eventAugust 25, 2017 7:00 pmWalk the labyrinth to the soothing melodies of pianist Craig Addy. A classically trained pianist, Craig discovered the world of improv many years ago. His style is a unique blend of classical, new age, and popular. His music is created in the moment with no predetermined harmonies or melodies. The labyrinth at St.Paul’s is a walking meditation space. On the last Friday of every month, it hosts the best contemplative musicians in Vancouver. 
Frankie’s Jazz Club – Surely ScottAugust 25, 2017 8:00 pmAn admirer of the seminal Jimmy Smith, Shirley Scott (who died in 2002) was one of the organ’s most appealing representatives since the late 50s. Scott, a very melodic and accessible player, started out on piano and played trumpet in high school before taking up the Hammond B-3. She enjoyed national recognition in the late 50s with her superb Prestige dates with tenor sax great Eddie “Lockjaw” Davis. Especially popular was their 1958 hit In the Kitchen. Her reputation was cemented during the 60s on several superb, soulful organ/soul-jazz dates where she demonstrated an aggressive, highly rhythmic attack blending intricate bebop harmonies with bluesy melodies and a gospel influence, punctuating everything with great use of the bass pedals. Scott married soul-jazz tenor man Stanley Turrentine, with whom she often recorded in the 60s. The Scott/Turrentine union lasted until the early 70s, and their musical collaborations in the 60s were among the finest in the field. With Cory Weeds on tenor saxophone, Nick Peck on organ, Russ Botten on bass, and Joe Poole on drums. 
Jazz at The Pat -Vancouver Legacy Jazz OrchestraAugust 25, 2017 8:00 pmMichael Kim brings the Vancouver Legacy Jazz Orchestra to the Pat. An 18 piece Jazz Ensemble that features many of the Vancouver’s finest musicians including Rod Murray, Brad Turner, Derry Byrne, Sharman King, and many more playing the music of the great legacy composers. $15 at door. $10 for students. 
Heather Park – Sidewalk Cellist Outdoor Concert Free eventAugust 26, 2017 2:00 pmClara Shandler, Vancouver’s Sidewalk Cellist is at it again… drawing mysterious directions on sidewalks, playing her cello in public parks, providing listeners with a cello-based musical smorgasboard of everything from Bach to Nirvana, jazz to metal, with everything in between – and she’s only 5 feet tall!! (red hair gives her extra power). Playing the cello since she was three, she is bent on sharing music with the world in hopes of brightening someone’s day. 
Jazz at The Pat – Tony Foster Trio Free eventAugust 26, 2017 3:00 pmPianist/arranger/composer Tony Foster with Nate Parker – bass, Joe Poole – drums 
Jazz Vespers St. Andrews Wesley- Gabriel Palatchi By DonationAugust 27, 2017 4:00 pmThis week..Pianist Gabriel Palatchi’s Trio. Argentinian pianist/composer Gabriel Palatchi with Kerry Galloway on bass and Chema Gonzalez from Mexico on drums. Expect latin jazz, funk, tango and perhaps middle eastern. 
Hard Rubber presents Spacious Music at the Atrium #3 – Voices Free eventAugust 27, 2017 5:00 pm*** VOICES AT THE ATRIUM *** Featuring new commissioned work by Jordan Nobles and Dean Thiessen, and guest artist, Paul Plimley on solo piano Performers : Dory Hayley | Camille Hesketh (soprano) Melanie Adams | Martina Govednik (alto) Ian Bannerman | Taka Shimojima (tenor) Stephen Duncan | Steve Maddock (bass) Nina Horvath (keyboard) 
Pat’s Pub Jazz Vocal JamThis event runs from August 28, 2017 until December 18, 2017.Every Monday is vocal night at the Pat’s Pub jazz jam! Bring your charts & your friends. Instrumentalists welcome too. 
Rio Theatre- Rumble: The Indians Who Rocked The WorldAugust 29, 2017 6:30 amFilmmaker Catherine Bainbridge‘s award-winning music documentary RUMBLE: THE INDIANS WHO ROCKED THE WORLD is about the role of Native Americans in popular music history, a little-known story built around the incredible lives and careers of the some of the greatest music legends. RUMBLE shows how these talented Native musicians helped shape the soundtracks of our lives and, through their contributions, influenced popular American music history, telling the story of a profound, essential, and until now, missing chapter in the history of American popular music. With music icons like Link Wray, Charley Patton, Mildred Bailey, Jimi Hendrix, Redbone, Jesse Ed Davis, Buffy Sainte-Marie, Robbie Robertson and Taboo 
Frankie’s Jazz Club – Seamus Blake QuartetAugust 29, 2017 8:00 pmVancouver-raised, New York-based saxophonist/composer Seamus Blake is recognized as one of the finest exponents of contemporary jazz. His music is known for its sophistication, bold improvisations, and “sheer swagger.” John Scofield, who hired Seamus for his “Quiet Band” called him “extraordinary, a total saxophonist.” Throughout his 24 year career, Seamus has garnered considerable critical praise for his masterful playing, his fine composition skills and for his facility as a leader. With Brad Turner- piano, Sean Drabbit- bass , and John Lee -drums. 
Frankie’s Happy Hour – Dylan Cramer Free eventAugust 30, 2017 4:15 pm**As I understand it, Happy Hour at Frankie’s is sadly coming to an end** Saxophonist Dylan Cramer has been a favourite. Don’t miss this opportunity to see him. With Ron Johnston on piano. 
Provence – Hip Pocket Free eventAugust 30, 2017 6:00 pmHip Pocket guitarist/saxophonist Adam Rohrlick with Tilden Webb – keys, Brent Gubbels – acoustic bass, Buff Allen – drums Latin beats, retro soul and classic jazz. 
Trout Lake Lantern Procession and concert Free eventAugust 30, 2017 6:30 pmThe popular Illuminares Lantern Festival is sadly no longer, but this year Trout Lake Community Centre will be hosting a lantern procession around Trout Lake at dusk.This event coincides with the final summer outdoor concert which kicks off at 6:30 pm. So come and enjoy the musical sounds of Checo Tohomaso and stay for the lantern procession. Checo is the director of the VOC Sweet Gospel Choir and his current focus is to communicate the positive, healing qualities of gospel and soul music. 
Jazz in Coal Harbour Park – Tim Sars Trio Free eventAugust 30, 2017 7:00 pmTim Sars on alto & baritone sax and flute, Winston Minckler on bass, and Brendon Kreig on drums. Top of Coal Harbour Community Centre. Bring your family, friends, your blanket, a snack, and enjoy the music rain or shine. The concerts are free-of- charge. 
Jazz Evensong at Brentwood – Nancy Newman By DonationAugust 30, 2017 8:00 pmEvery Wednesday some of Canada’s finest jazz musicians play in the warm ambiance of Brentwood Church. This week… Nancy Newman with Dan Reynolds and Conrad Good 
Frankie’s Jazz Club – Tonight Show’s saxophonist Ian Hendrickson-SmithAugust 30, 2017 8:00 pmNew York City-based saxophonist Ian Hendrickson-Smith is most noted for his remarkable tone, soulful approach, and blues driven melodies. Currently Hendrickson-Smith is a member of The Roots and can be seen nightly on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Hendrickson-Smith’s shows at Vancouver’s Cellar Jazz Club were legendary. Don’t miss this rare opportunity! With Cory Weeds tenor saxophone, Miles Black piano, Jodi Proznick bass, and Jesse Cahill drums. 
Happy Hour at Frankie’s – Maya Rae Free eventAugust 31, 2017 4:15 pmTeenage singer Maya Rae has chops far beyond her years. With Sami Gwahi on guitar. 
Jazz at Tangent Cafe – Tom Wherrett Trio By DonationAugust 31, 2017 8:00 pmGuitarist Tom Wherrett is a prolific band leader and composer. While several of his bands explore his original compositions, he is equally at home playing standards and bebop tunes. With Jeff Gammon – bass and Omar Amlani – drums. 
Blue Martini – Ray Ayotte’s Impromptu Free eventAugust 31, 2017 8:00 pmDrum maker and drummer Ray Ayotte with Dave Ivaz on guitar and Paul Blaney on bass
Happy Hour at Frankie’s – Maya Rae Free eventSeptember 1, 2017 4:15 pm** No further happy hours listed beyond this, so perhaps your last chance to support live music** Teenage vocalist Maya Rae has chops far beyond her tender years. With Sami Gwahi on guitar. |
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