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Jeni’s Picks for the week aheadDear Picks People… this week’s picks list is curated by time (or lack of it). Please visit the website for additions as I discover wonderful events I have missed. A reminder that 2018 Vancouver International Jazz Festival (June 22-July 1) is close and most events are posted already. Some of these will sell out very early so get your tickets before they are gone! More info here As usual, before you venture out, please check with venues for any last minute changes/cancellations. Enjoy!!  Guilt & Company – Adam Robert Thomas CD Release Pay-what-you-canApril 10, 2018 8:00 pm
The evening will feature two halves, so go for either or both! Both sets will feature Adam Thomas on vocals and guitar. 8-10pm Brad Turner – keys and trumpet, Cory Curtis – electric bass, Adam Cormier – drums. 10:30pm-12:30am Tristan Paxton – guitar, Cory Curtis – electric bass, Julian MacDonough – drums Also featuring guests Steve Kaldestad (sax) and Rod Murray (trombone). Sliding scale cover.  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.  The Heatley – Adventures in Steel Guitar #12: Greg Leisz By DonationApril 10, 2018 8:30 pm
The 12th instalment of Adventures in Steel Guitar pays tribute to one of the busiest and most accomplished musicians on the planet, Greg Leisz. Whether playing lap steel, dobro, guitar or pedal steel, Greg’s playing is always perfect for the song and his tone is to die for. In addition to his long association with Bill Frissell, he has appeared on hundreds of albums by artists such as Ray Lamontagne, k.d. lang, Robert Plant and Allison Krauss, Dave Alvin, Sheryl Crow, Lucinda Williams, Ryan Adams, Gillian Welch, Jackson Browne, The Blue Shadows and Wilco. There will be a number of instrumentals featuring the band (and special guest Gord Grdina), as well as tunes with some fantastic guest singers including Marin Patenaude, Christie Rose, Ashley Grant, Tom Hammel and Barb Wilkins. Scott Smith – pedal steel Paul Pigat – guitar Jeremy Holmes – bass Liam MacDonald – drums  Gold Saucer – New Works #11 with Kenton Loewen, Roxanne Nesbitt and Emma Postl Pay-what-you-canApril 10, 2018 9:30 pm
Sawdust Collector is a weekly performance series taking place at The Gold Saucer This week.. Emma Postl – Solo Kenton Loewen Roxanne Nesbitt  Provence Marinaside – Hip Pocket plays Dexter Gordon Free eventApril 11, 2018 6:00 pm
Selections from Dexter Gordon’s classic Blue Note album Our Man In Paris Adam Rohrlick: electric guitar & tenor saxophone Brent Gubbels: acoustic bass Nick Peck: keyboards  Studio 16 – Incident at Vichy April 11th – 22ndThis event runs from April 11, 2018 until April 15, 2018.
Theatre in the Raw presents Incident at Vichy by Arthur Miller A story of persecution and antisemitism during the early days of WWII. During the Nazi occupation, a group of prisoners in Vichy France are detained in a warehouse under suspicion of being Jewish. Their unease, fear, and confusion is stirred up as they contemplate what may divide or unite them. And what fate awaits them? Miller’s 1964 play was lauded for exploring the perspectives and rationalizations of those unknowingly bearing witness to the unfolding atrocity of the Holocaust. It remains relevant today as incidents of intolerance, hatred and exclusion increase worldwide as an extreme historical example from which to interrogate our own values. Panel discussions will follow each performance and explore these questions and others emerging from Arthur Miller’s work under the theme:”Can this happen here?” Tickets $25/$22 Various days and different times until April 22nd  China Cloud – Dynamic Duos Pay-what-you-canApril 11, 2018 9:00 pm
Invisible Taste Wednesdays presents… Dynamic Duos Roxanne Nesbitt/Ben Brown Colin Cowan/Dan Gaucher  Rio Theatre – Lady BirdApril 12, 2018 6:30 pm
Writer-director and all-around indie darling Greta Gerwig cemented her status as one of Hollywood’s brightest with her somewhat self-inspired coming-of-age comedy-drama about a 90’s-era California high school student who plans to escape from her family and small town by going to college in New York, which went on to garner Golden Globe awards (Best Picture and Best Actress, Saoirse Ronan) and five big Oscar nods (including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Best Supporting Actress for Laurie Metcalfe). A modest, miraculous low budget gem. Tickets $10 advance $12 at door  WISE Hall – Hank Pine By DonationThis event runs from April 12, 2018 until April 19, 2018.
Hank Pine brings his stellar band of all-stars through a maelstrom of psychedelic music plunging deep into many of his favourite genres. Musical megastars and magickal mayhem every Thursday in April at the Wise Lounge! $10 suggested donation  Jazz at Tangent Cafe – Lachance/Gestrin/Turner By DonationApril 12, 2018 8:30 pm
Bassist Andre Lachance has been heard playing with almost anyone you can think of. His trio plays his electric modern jazz, drawing from new works, free improv, and tunes from his album The Orange Challenge André Lachance: guitar Chris Gestrin: organ Brad Turner: drums  Blue Martini – Dave Say Quartet (early show)April 13, 2018 6:30 pm
Dave Say is a well-respected and versatile saxophonist with rich soulful tones and powerful improvisation. His sound is inspired by likes of John Coltrane,Wayne Shorter, Sonny Rollins, Gene Ammons, Joe Henderson, Michael Brecker and Stan Getz. He has been a professional musician for over 30 years covering all styles of Jazz, R&B, and Funk.  Aberthau Mansion – Amuse BoucheApril 13, 2018 7:30 pm
Expect the Unexpected on Friday 13th!! An unusual dance, food, and music experience at the century old Aberthau Mansion. 6 course amuse-bouche servings by Chef Dylan Foss with wine pairings. Live Classical music by Mark Atherton with piano accompaniement New contemporary dance work byDesirée Dunbar with the Dezza Dance artists Tickets $55 (dinner, wine and concert included)  Frankie’s Jazz Club – New York Standards QuartetApril 13, 2018 8:00 pm
A collaborative band of jazz stalwarts, the New York Standards Quartet is made up of world-class musicians who have been playing, composing and arranging music based on classic jazz standards for 13 years. The group has had countless tours and released seven CDs, including their most recent Sleight of Hand. With Tim Armacost saxophone, David Berkman piano, Ugonna Okegwo bass, and Gene Jackson drums. Cover $25  Blue Martini – Dutch Robinson Quartet (late show)April 13, 2018 9:00 pm
Late show … The legendary R&B singer Dutch Robinson with a stellar band. Singer, songwriter, music producer and actor from South Bronx, NY, Dutch was one of the original lead singers with the Ohio Players. Locals may remember him from the opening of the Winter Olympic Games in Vancouver and from his performances alongside Cirque du Soleil. With Bill Sample -piano, Cameron Hood bass and Buff Allen -drums.  Jazz @ The Pat – Sonny’s Cousin Free eventApril 14, 2018 3:00 pm
Ingrid Stitt, Daniel Hersog and Rod Murray front this sublime sextet Nick Peck – piano ~ Conrad Good – bass Daniel Hersog – trumpet ~ Rod Murray – trombone Ingrid Stitt – alto sax ~ Jesse Cahill – drums  Frankie’s Jazz Club – Brothers ArntzenApril 14, 2018 8:00 pm
Born into a musical family steeped in the tradition of New Orleans jazz, Arnt and Evan Arntzen play hot and sweet music for dancers and listeners alike. With Evan Arntzen (saxophones, clarinet, vocals), Arnt Arntzen (banjo, guitar, vocals), Casey McGill (piano, vocals), Jennifer Hodge (bass), and Julian McDonough (drums). Cover $15  WISE Hall – The Big SoundApril 14, 2018 8:30 pm
The Big Sound .. a 26 piece orchestra live!! A celebration of the glory days of classic soul, with the biggest, baddest soul orchestra on the west coast made up of over 27 of Vancouver’s finest musicians. Recreating hits and deep cuts from Stax, Atlantic, Chess, Phillies, Hi-Records & of course, Motown. Tickets $25 advance $30 at door  The Heatley – Monica Lee Band By DonationApril 14, 2018 9:00 pm
Monica Lee is a closeted country musician. It took her by surprise when she realized all these years she has been running from her Albertan roots only to wake up singing tales worthy of a Yee Haw! Lee’s songs can be both powerful emotional exposés and fun runaway hoedowns. Monica is backed by her long standing band, Jesse Waldman on guitar, Michael Simpsonelli on drums with Beth Marie Southwell on backup vocals and Steven Huston on stand up bass.  Vancity Theatre – ItzhakApril 15, 2018 3:00 pm
Apparently you can be a virtuoso and also a mensch. In this warm, afffectionate portrait, violinist Itzhak Perlman emerges as more than a phenomenal musician, he’s also a garrulous raconteur, a dedicated Yankees fan, and a champion for youth. Alison Chernik’s doc is also a love story, with Itzhak’s wife Toby stealing several scenes. The music (Bach, Mendelsohn, Brahms) is simply thrilling. Tickets $13 ***Also showing on April 16 and May 1 & 3 at various times***  St.Andrews Wesley Jazz Vespers – Vancouver Legacy Jazz Orchestra By DonationApril 15, 2018 4:00 pm
Where jazz meets the spirit every Sunday. This week….A big jazz band comprised of many of Vancouver’s finest musicians on saxophones, trumpets, trombones and a killer rhythm section.  Jazz at Tangent Cafe – Thad Bailey-Mai and friends By DonationApril 15, 2018 6:00 pm
These frequent collaborators play dynamic modern jazz written by all the members of the band. Expect funky bass lines, free improv and odd time signatures. Thad Bailey-Mai- trumpet, David Blake – guitar, Eli Davidovici-bass, Joe Poole- drums  WISE Hall – Swingin’ Sundays with Company B By DonationThis event runs from April 8, 2018 until April 15, 2018.
The Ladies of Company B bring their swingin’ brand of harmony to the Wise Lounge for three weeks of April. (April 8, 15, & 29th) Guest appearances by local talents each week.  Cottage Bistro – Songs & Friends with Andrea, Franny and SukiApril 15, 2018 7:00 pm
A night of songs with friends and a great 4 piece band. There will be ballads, r&b, jazz and more. Tickets $15 Andrea is a wonderful and creative singer-songwriter and jazz vocalist from the Netherlands. Franny is known for her fearless, powerhouse vocals and sings a variety of styles. Suki has a smooth, strong and soulful voice and loves bluesy jazzy tunes.  Anza Club – Black GardeniaApril 15, 2018 7:30 pm
After the last 2 sold out shows launching Black Gardenia’s new album ‘Lucky Star’, now #2 in the Canadian national !Earshot charts and #20 in US national NACC, Black Gardenia continues celebrating the release of their second album. Featuring the tunes recorded on ‘Lucky Star’ and ‘No Moon at All’ and adding some of new favourites. Daphne Roubini, Andrew Smith, Paul Pigat, Brent Gubbels, with special guest Cameron Wilson (and Chris Davis if he is in town from his tour with the Dap Kings!) Tickets $15 advance $20 at door  Libra Room – Jesse Waldman & friends By DonationThis 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)  Guilt & Company – Terminal Station Free eventApril 15, 2018 9:00 pm
Terminal Station is a Blues-Rock band in the best sense of the word. They take the traditional blues sound and kick it into high gear. Their music is raw and exciting – full of fat bass lines, explosive drumming, risk taking guitar solos and impassioned vocals Scott Smith – guitar/vocals, Jeremy Holmes – bass, Liam MacDonald – drums  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 |
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