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Jeni’s Picks for the week aheadDear Picks People… after this instalment my picks will be on hiatus for a couple of weeks as I will be away. I will try to add some more events before I leave. I am sure you will survive and keep yourselves entertained! Don’t forget about Winter Jazz on Granville Island Feb 23-25. Scheduled events here One important and amazing annual fundraising event I want to draw your attention to is Atira’s Strong Women, Strong Music which will be at Frankie’s Jazz Bar for 3 nights on March 8, 10 and 11. A different line up of Vancouver’s finest female musicians each night. Get your tickets early as it always sells out. As usual, please check with venues for any last minute changes/cancellations. Enjoy!!  Rio Theatre – Living on SoulFebruary 20, 2018 6:30 pm
LIVING ON SOUL is a hybrid docu-concert film featuring the late Sharon Jones, Charles Bradley and the rest of the Grammy-nominated Daptone Records family. Filmed largely during Daptone’s December 2014 three-night, sold-out residency at the historic Apollo Theater in Harlem, the documentary features a mixture of live performances and verité scenes that paint a robust picture of the Daptone family and culture. Tickets $10 advance/$12 at door  Cabrito Tapas – Noche Flamenca with Stephanie Pedraza & Friends Free eventFebruary 20, 2018 6:30 pm
An evening of flamenco music and dance💃🏻👏🍷 With the talented: Stephanie Pedraza(voice-dance) Marekito (Marek Wojtaszek) (guitar) Davide Sampaolo (percussion) Lili Laflama (Liat Harlev) (dancer)  Libra Room – Big Top By DonationThis event runs from January 9, 2018 until June 12, 2018.
Guitarist/composer Scott McLeod brings his band Big Top to the Libra Room most Tuesdays.A musical dedication to the life and times, both past and present, of the roustabouts, carnies, rubes, misfits and performers of the circus. A Roots Americana soundscape.  Gold Saucer – Jeff Younger/ Kai Basanta Pay-what-you-canFebruary 20, 2018 9:00 pm
Sawdust Collector is a weekly performance series taking place on Tuesday nights at the Gold Saucer . This week … JEFF YOUNGER – Solo Nylon String & Electric Guitars KAI BASANTA – Pieces for Drum Set & Laptop  Provence Marinaside – Hip Pocket Trio Free eventFebruary 21, 2018 6:00 pm
Hip Pocket Trio with special guest Jonny Tobin perform contemporary instrumentals Adam Rohrlick: electric guitar & tenor saxophone Brent Gubbels: acoustic bass Jonny Tobin: keyboards  Cottage Bistro – Joy of Jazz with Plato/Averill/DanderferFebruary 21, 2018 7:30 pm
The 4th in the JOY OF JAZZ CONCERTS series featuring vocalist Karin Plato performing with two truly distinctly different musicians: guitarist/vocalist Michael Averill and clarinetist James Danderfer. Michael is a beloved “troubadour” with a soulful honest voice and adept guitar grooves. He has traveled and toured the country performing his brand of folk, roots and blues based music winning new fans with each performance. James is an acclaimed jazz instrumentalist, composer, recording artist and band leader. His star keeps rising and he is truly a musician of note (of many notes!) in our country. Cover $15 at the door.  Shadbolt Centre- pataSola Dance with Salome NietoThis event runs from February 21, 2018 until February 24, 2018.
pataSola Dance, a local dance company, will be performing Metamorphosis Butoh at the Shadbolt Centre from Feb. 21 to Feb. 24. Choreographed by Gustavo Collini in collaboration with pataSola Dance co-founders Eduardo Meneses and Salomé Nieto, the piece derives its name from the Japanese genre of dance, butoh, as well as the subject the performance’s main themes: rebirth, death and the struggle of life itself. Tickets $15/36 More info here  China Cloud – D-Doublet-Trio Pay-what-you-canFebruary 21, 2018 9:00 pm
CHINA CLOUD PREMIERS A NEW PROJECT INSPIRED BY TWINS, COUPLES, PARALLELS, REFLECTIONS AND ALL THINGS DOUBLED. Featuring: François Houle and Sam Davidson – Clarinets Colin Edward Cowan and James Meger – Basses Skye Brooks and Daniel Gaucher – Drums performing compositions (by all members) and improvisations.  Emily Carr University -Visual Art Forum: Shawn Hunt Free eventFebruary 22, 2018 6:00 pm
An artist talk with Shawn Hunt. Shawn Hunt is an artist of Heiltsuk, French and Scottish ancestry. He has a diploma in studio art from Capilano college as well as a BFA from the University of British Columbia where he majored in sculpture and drawing. Shawn comes from a family of artists. His father is Bradley Hunt, a prominent Heiltsuk artist with whom he apprenticed for 5 years. Shawn also did an apprenticeship with Coast Salish painter Lawrence Paul Yuxweluptun. Shawn’s work takes on a complexity of influence from both his training in traditional Heiltsuk design, wood carving, jewelry carving and painting and his engagement with contemporary questions of subversion, preconception and fluid meanings.  Blue Martini – Ray Ayotte’s Impromptu Free eventFebruary 22, 2018 7:00 pm
As a youngster Ray Ayotte began playing drums for rock bands he formed with schoolmates. Throughout his early playing days, Ray made little adjustments to his kit and learned that other players enjoyed the changes and sounds he could make. He dreamed of one day making his own drum set. After working in the music retail business, Ray finally had his chance when he created the Ayotte Drum Company. This week with Bill Coon on guitar and Steve Holy on bass  Frankie’s Jazz Club – Sonny’s CousinFebruary 22, 2018 8:00 pm
Sonny’s Cousin is made up of some of BC’s most exciting improvisers with compelling original compositions and novel arrangements of lesser-known standards. With Ingrid Stitt saxophones, Daniel Hersog trumpet, Rod Murray trombone, Nick Peck piano, Steve Holy bass, and Jesse Cahill drums. $15 cover  Tangent Cafe Jazz – Sharon Minemoto Quartet By DonationFebruary 22, 2018 8:30 pm
Pianist Sharon Minemoto is one of Vancouver’s most recognizable names. Her frequent collaborations with musicians such as Bill Coon and Cory Weeds showcase her lyrical, swinging sound. Sharon and her quartet will play original music from her newest album “Safe Travels” before going on a Canadian Tour. With Jon Bentley – saxophones, Adam Thomas – bass and Bernie Arai – drums  Pacific Cinematheque – Out There: The Visionary Cinema of Nicholas RoegThis event runs from February 23, 2018 until March 4, 2018.
On the occasion of his 90th birthday this year (salut, Nic!), The Cinematheque presents a select retrospective of Nicolas Roeg’s daring, dangerous, censors-be-damned films. Included on Feb 23-25 and Mar 2-4 are…. The Man Who Fell to Earth, Walkabout, Eureka, Bad Timing, and Insignificance. Tickets $12  Winter Jazz at Granville Island February 23- 25 Free eventThis event runs from February 23, 2018 until February 25, 2018.
Coastal Jazz presents a free concert series on Granville Island featuring seven local and international groups, including Scandinavian jazz quintet Atomic, bassist Jodi Proznick, singer-songwriter Marin Patenaude, roots rockers the Sumner Brothers, vocalist Alicia Hansen, Thelonious Monk-inspired jazzers Monk’s Music, and indie fave Jasper Sloan Yip.  St.Paul’s Labyrinth – Johanna Hauser By DonationFebruary 23, 2018 7:00 pm
Walk the labyrinth to the warm, rich tones of clarinet player Johanna Hauser. Be transported by soothing melodies played with heartfelt grace. Walk and reflect or sit and contemplate to beautiful, live music. The labyrinth at St. Paul’s is a walking meditation space. Based on the floor pattern at Chartres Cathedral in France, it features a singular path into the centre of the space and back out again. Ease away the stresses of the day by spending some time in this tranquil space.  Vancity Theatre – The InsultFebruary 23, 2018 7:15 pm
A dispute over a drainpipe rapidly gets out of hand in this gripping Lebanese drama about male pride and prejudice. A Christian homeowner and a Palestinian contractor but heads and the matter goes to court. But legal process only stokes the flames of ethnic and religious mistrust and grievance on both sides, and the situation threatens to spiral out of control… Doueiri (The Attack) has fashioned a compelling courtroom melodrama riven with insights into Middle Eastern flashpoints and human foibles. In Arabic with English subtitles. Tickets $13 ** Also showing on 7 other days at different times**  Frankie’s Jazz Club – George Colligan Trio featuring Buster Williams & Lenny WhiteThis event runs from February 23, 2018 until February 24, 2018.
New York multi-instrumentalist George Colligan is one of the most original and compelling jazz artists of his generation. For this current project he is touring with two legends of music. Bassist Buster Williams is one of jazz’s most valuable bass playing sidemen. Drummer Lenny White has collaborated with many of jazz music’s greatest artists such as Miles Davis, Freddie Hubbard, Ron Carter, and Joe Henderson. $25 cover.  Merge – Tiny Islands with The Tim Sars SextetFebruary 23, 2018 9:30 pm
Heavy brass sounds in free and traditional styles. Nathan Barrett will be leaving to A’dam for the spring, a goodbye in dance and music. Tim Sars – saxophones, voice Jocelyn Waugh – trumpet Nathan Barrett – trumpet, voice, sousaphone Kevin Tang – trombone Wynston Minckler – bass Robin Layne – percussion Cover $10 at the door  Jazz @ The Pat – Joani Taylor Sextet Free eventFebruary 25, 2018 3:00 pm
Vocalist month continues … Get there early for a good seat to hear Joani; you won’t need it for long though – you’ll be on your feet applauding before you know it. Joani Taylor – vocals ~ Graeme Coleman – keyboards Andreas Schuld – guitar ~ Bill Runge – saxophones Norm Fisher – bass ~ Phil Robertson – drums  St. Andrews Wesley – Jazz Vespers: Anita Eccleston Sextet By DonationFebruary 25, 2018 4:00 pm
Relax and take a breath; listen to Jazz. Vibrant. Soulful. Joyful. Reflective. Anita Eccleston – Vocals & Trumpet Andrew Smith – Electric Guitar Aidan Miller – Piano & Keyboard Doug Gorkoff – Cello Graham Clark – Upright Bass Sam Cartwright – Drums  Tangent Cafe Jazz – Dan Gaucher Trio By DonationFebruary 25, 2018 6:00 pm
Drummer and band leader Dan Gaucher leads a chordless trio through tunes from the jazz cannon as well as original compositions and free improvisations. Dan’s distinct style has contributed to the sounds of an eclectic mix of ensembles from his own Sun Ra tribute projects to the groups of Cat Toren, Ben Henriques and The October Trio. With Eli Davidovici – bass and Ben Henriques – saxophones  Rogue Folk Club – AltanFebruary 25, 2018 8:00 pm
With founding member Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh at the helm for over 35 years, Donegal band Altan continues to be one of the most important live acts to play traditional Irish music in Ireland and on the World stage. Altan have toured all over North America and Europe. They also enjoy popularity in Japan where they frequently tour and have hosted Altan festivals in the middle of Tokyo to thousands of enthusiastic fans. In spite of a hectic touring and recording schedule, Altan continue fresh in their vision of bringing the beauty and joy of traditional music to audiences everywhere, and have always promised themselves to continue as long as it’s fun – fortunately, it still is! Tickets $35  Libra Room – Jesse Waldman & friendsThis event runs from January 7, 2018 until June 10, 2018.
Every Sunday guitarist/singer/songwriter Jesse Waldman and special guests…. (expect great musicians like Marc L’Esperance, Noah Walker and Paul Pigat)  WISE Hall – Petunia & The Vipers Monday Residency By DonationThis event runs from January 29, 2018 until April 30, 2018.
Petunia & The Vipers every Monday in the Lounge all winter long! A man rooted in as much talent as mystery, Petunia is a Canadian country treasure. His began with busking his way through Canada and the NYC subways, playing over 150 shows a year to enthralled audiences. Since then, he has racked up the achievements with several celebrated solo releases and frequent tours spanning continents. Together with his Vancouver-based backing band, The Vipers, he is a fireball ripping and roaring with eclectic instrumentation and an energy only attainable through big band camaraderie. Suggested donation $10  Libra Room – John Korsrud Latin Jazz Band By DonationThis event runs from January 8, 2018 until June 11, 2018.
Monday Latin Night returns to Libra Room… trumpet player/composer/band leader John Korsrud (Goma Dura/Hard Rubber) will bring some of Vancouver’s finest players to the Drive most Mondays. See here for more info on weekly line-up  Rio Theatre – Call Me By Your NameFebruary 26, 2018 9:30 pm
CALL ME BY YOUR NAME, the new film by Luca Guadagnino, is a sensual and transcendent tale of first love, based on the acclaimed novel by André Aciman. Currently nominated for four Oscars – including Best Picture, Best Actor for Timothée Chalamet, and Best Adapted Screenplay for James Ivory, the film is a quiet, sumptuous tale of a blooming summer romance set against the enticing backdrop of a small, Northern Italian village. It’s the summer of 1983, and precocious 17-year-old Elio Perlman is spending the days with his family at their 17th-century villa in Lombardy, Italy. He soon meets Oliver, a handsome doctoral student who’s working as an intern for Elio’s father. Amid the sun-drenched splendor of their surroundings, Elio and Oliver discover the heady beauty of awakening desire over the course of a summer that will alter their lives forever. Tickets $10/12 **Also on February 27**  Rio Theatre – Faces PlacesFebruary 27, 2018 6:30 pm
Currently nominated for an Academy Award in the Best Documentary category, FACES PLACES is a quirky, soulful road trip exploration featuring legendary French filmmaker Agnès Varda and her friend JR, who have a few things in common: A passion for and the exploration of images in general, and more precisely, for places and for ways of showing, sharing, and exhibiting them. Agnès chose cinema. JR chose to create open air photography galleries. When Agnès and JR met in 2015, they immediately wanted to work together, to shoot a film in France, far from cities, during a trip in JR’s photographic (and magical) truck. Tickets $10/12  Provence Marinaside – Hip Pocket presents a Tropical Stay-cation Free eventFebruary 28, 2018 6:00 pm
Warm your soul and brighten your spirits with guitarist/saxophonist Adam Rohrlick’s Hip Pocket featuring Diane Lines on keyboards and vocals and Raphael Geronimo (Rumba Calzada) on percussion. Latin influenced music from hot and sunny places like Cuba, Brazil, The Caribbean, Hawaii, Mexico and California.  Brentwood Evensong – Heather Soles Trio By DonationFebruary 28, 2018 8:00 pm
This week at Evensong… Vocalist Heather Soles with Michael Creber on piano and Paul Blaney on bass. Inspirational standards from the Great Amercian Songbook.  Re-Launch of the WISE Hall Free eventMarch 1, 2018 7:00 pm
The WISE Social and Arts Club (The WISE Hall & Lounge) is extremely proud to finally showcase exciting new production upgrades made possible with refinancing from CCEC and funding granted by Creative B.C. The WISE will be uniting the past with the future with the re-launch of the historic WISE. Special appearances by Paul Silveria and Damian Ritchie, Melody Mangler, The Rocket Revellers and Sweet Pea  VPL – Pop! Goes the Big Band Free eventMarch 3, 2018 2:00 pm
The Vancouver Public Library & Impressions Big Band present a concert of popular music featuring legendary vocalist and harmonica master Keith Bennett. Selections from artists such as Stevie Wonder, Earth Wind & Fire, Dooble Brothers, Chicago, Toots Thielmans and more, it’s sure to be a unique and delightful event to kick off March. In the Alice MacKay Room. |
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