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Jeni’s Picks for the week aheadHello dear Picks People… Mail server issues all fixed thanks to Adam Abrams. One week late with the resumption of the list as I have been laid low by some strange virus since returning from Mexico. This is a free compilation so, as usual, please make sure to check with venues for changes to schedule. Enjoy the week ahead. Additional events will be added of course so please check the website.  WISE Hall – Spring Fling Dance with Petunia & The VipersMarch 25, 2019 8:30 pm
Live at the Wise presents… Swing Fling Dance Party with Petunia and the Vipers Special guests Vagabondage (from San Fransisco) doors at 7:30, music at 8:30 $12 advance, $15 at the door  Libra Room – Klein/Wilson/ Scholberg By DonationMarch 25, 2019 9:00 pm
Patsy Klein- vocals, Russell Sholberg-bass & Tony Wilson -guitar will serenade you with original tunes by Wilson & Klein as well as covers by a variety of artists like Rickie Lee Jones & Aimee Mann to name a few.  Provence Marinaside – Hip Pocket featuring Diane Lines Free eventMarch 27, 2019 6:00 pm
Hip Pocket Trio featuring Diane Lines Adam Rohrlick: tenor saxophone and electric guitar Diane Lines: keyboards and vocals Brent Gubbels: acoustic bass  Brentwood Jazz Evensong – Ilhan Saferali By DonationMarch 27, 2019 7:00 pm
Ilhan on the piano with his latest trio project … Raphael Agustin on Bass and Julian Ferrer on drums. Original compositions, some standards and some interpretations of pop hits!  The Heatley – Christie Rose and Jody Peck By DonationMarch 27, 2019 8:00 pm
Jody Peck (aka Miss Quincy) has been hosting a Wednesday evening songwriter series featuring some of her favourite Vancouver singers and songwriters. Join Jody Peck and Christie Rose for the fourth and final instalment of these intimate evenings at The Heatley on March 27th at 8pm. $10 suggested donation.  Sylvia Hotel – Wanda Nowicki Trio Free eventMarch 27, 2019 8:00 pm
Wanda Nowicki, Mark Bender & Michael Toth doing their Jazzy thing. Plus special guest Kevin Crofton.  Merge – Marin Patenaude/Joseph Blood/Jeff Younger – In The RoundMarch 27, 2019 9:00 pm
A special weeknight show at Merge – 2 sets featuring 3 distinct and formidable songwriters in the round: Marin Patenaude, Joseph Blood and Jeff Younger. The trio will swap songs and stories. Marin Patenaude: With a seasoned voice and songs that come straight from the heart, Marin’s songs are like high country rivers; pure, rippling and flecked with gold. Joseph Blood: A rock’n’roll maverick with a heart of gold, a sensitive songwriter with a winking spirit, a joyous tornado of philosophical musings and thirsty abandonment. Jeff Younger: has a deep love of beautiful melodies, touching lyrics and quirky, creative imagery. Best known as a sonic madman/fearless improviser, in singer-songwriter mode Jeff sings original tunes about the beautifully flawed, near misses and small victories, and of course broken hearts. $10 at the door, cash only.  Gallery Bistro – Cathy Barrington Trio By DonationMarch 28, 2019 12:00 pm
Thursday Lunch Music Series A very rare chance to hear the bluesy jazz stylings of vocalist Cathy Barrington backed by a stellar band. With Ron Johnston – piano and Cameron Hood – bass  The Post at 750 – Canteen Concert featuring Claire Edwardes Free eventMarch 28, 2019 6:00 pm
This event is FREE! Ensure your seat by reserving your spot. Complimentary drinks @ 6:00PM Concert starts @ 6:30PM Music on Main’s version of a kitchen party! An intimate concert where Artist in Residence, Australian percussionist Claire Edwardes, plays pieces that have influenced her musical trajectory. Learn about her artistic process, what makes her tick, and her thoughts about the music she plays.  Jazz at Tangent Cafe – Steve Kaldestad Quartet By DonationMarch 28, 2019 8:30 pm
Blistering saxophonist Steve Kaldestad leads a quartet of longtime friends and collaborators.  South African Film Festival March 29-31, 2018This event runs from March 29, 2019 until March 31, 2019.
The 9th Annual Vancouver South African Film Festival is proud to present features and documentaries that explore the culture, history and politics of South Africa – films that entertain and inform. See list of films here Individual tickets $14. Festival Passes also available.  Fazakas Gallery – Beau Dick Early Works Free eventMarch 29, 2019 6:00 pm
Opening reception. Fazakas Gallery’s Tanúyap Project Space is pleased to present an exhibition of works by acclaimed artist Beau Dick. Early Works includes thirteen previously unexhibited masks and objects created between 1979 and 1980 when Dick was in his early twenties.  St.Paul’s Labyrinth – Clara Schandler Cello & Vocals By DonationMarch 29, 2019 7:00 pm
Walk the labyrinth to the beautiful, tender music of Clara Shandler. Be transported by spirited, cello pieces – including J. S. Bach – and be inspired by original melodies, sung with soulful grace. Walk and reflect or sit and contemplate in an atmosphere of soothing serenity. The labyrinth at St. Paul’s Church is a walking meditation space. On the last Friday of the month, it hosts some of the best contemplative musicians in Vancouver, drawing from many spiritual and musical traditions.  Jazz @ The Pat – West Coast Big BandMarch 29, 2019 8:00 pm
Jazz @ the Pat presents a 17 piece band made up of Vancouver’s finest with special guest conductor Fred Stride $15 at the door  Frankie’s Jazz Club – Michael Zilber QuartetMarch 29, 2019 8:00 pm
San Francisco-based saxophonist and composer Michael Zilber has been a part of the stellar New York scene, but his roots will always be in Vancouver. Zilber has been described by NEA Jazz Legend David Liebman as “one of the best players and composers around anywhere. Period!” and All About Jazz raves “Zilber is one of the true masters of modern jazz saxophone.” In this, his only Vancouver show of 2019, he is joined by Seattle greats Marc Seales on piano and Jeff Johnson on bass, as well as Vancouver’s Bernie Arai on drums. Cover $17.50  Tyrant Studios – Longhand TrioMarch 29, 2019 9:30 pm
Longhand is a co-operative trio comprised of Syke Brooks (drums), Russell Sholberg (bass), and Tony Wilson (guitar). Longhand has a varied repertoire ranging from high energy free improv to melancholy tunes with beautiful melodies. Along with original music, Longhand offers unique interpretations of jazz, blues and Motown tunes. $10 at the door. Cash bar.  Jazz @ The Pat – Mimosa Free eventMarch 30, 2019 3:00 pm
This cool quintet draws on Jazz, Brazilian Sambas, French 60s pop and Cabaret music to concoct its own unique sound: gorgeous melodies, quirky lyrics, incredible groove and sky-high improvisations. Rebecca Shoichet – vocals ~ Anna Lumiere – piano Karen Graves – saxophone ~ Conrad Good – bass Bernie Arai – drums  Frankie’s Jazz Club – Stringsongs with Laura Crema & Bill CoonMarch 30, 2019 8:00 pm
Juno nominated guitarist/composer Bill Coon co-creates a book of new songs with acclaimed Vancouver vocalist and performer Laura Crema. This group’s intention is to create a unique juxtaposition of beautiful sounds while nurturing playful interplay between its members. Laura and Bill have been co-creating a book of new songs that speaks of their love of creating mood and feeling through melody and lyrics. They will also be performing arrangements of songs from the jazz, blues, folk, and Brazilian songbooks. With Jon Bentley on sax, Paul Rushka on bass, Liam MacDonald percussion. Cover $17.50  Museum of Anthropology – Marking the InfiniteMarch 31, 2019 12:30 pm
Last chance to dive deep into the art of Marking the Infinite: Contemporary Women Artists From Aboriginal Australia with a unique afternoon of musical experimentation and art appreciation at MOA. Closing event. Take a guided tour of the exhibition and learn about the stories and inspiration behind these incredible works of art and the nine Aboriginal women from who created them. Then experience a sonic journey of discovery, reflection and meditation as RumSalt—a seven-piece ensemble of accomplished and innovative Vancouver musicians—create music in real time in response to the art. Program Schedule: Tours of Marking the Infinite | 12:30 pm + 2pm Performance by RumSalt Ensemble | 1 pm FREE with museum admission Learn more about the exhibition here  Rio Theatre – V6A (with director Q&A)March 31, 2019 1:00 pm
Italian filmmaker Ruggero Romano has called Vancouver home since 2016 and after witnessing the struggle of homelessness, poverty and addiction in his adopted city, was moved to make a film about the inhabitants of postal code V6A – the area commonly known as the Downtown Eastside. Designed to challenge expectations and inspire locals to think about their fellow citizens in a new light, V6A is also an unexpected celebration of the resilience and beauty of the human spirit. In the search for truth and authenticity, the film explores human nature in its fight against the toughest, often man-made odds by questioning the definition of “home.” Q&A with Ruggero following screening. Tickets $10.50/$12.50  Jazz Vespers – Linda Szentes and Jazzlinks By DonationMarch 31, 2019 4:00 pm
Reminder – location moved to First Baptist Church Jazzlinks is a 4-5 piece jazz combo featuring the lovely vocal stylings of Linda Szentes and a winning combination of local jazz practitioners: pictured here, Roy Sluyter, piano, Johan Worst, bass, Zoltan Kollar, drums, Linda Szentes, vocals, and Michael Toth, guitar. Bringing sophistication to the blues, blues to the bossa and a swingin’ rhythmic feel to a wide repertoire.  Jazz at Tangent Cafe – Dave Sikula Trio By DonationMarch 31, 2019 6:00 pm
Soulful guitarist Dave Sikula’s post-bop influenced sound has made him a sought after side man. With Jeff Gammon – bass and Joe Poole – drums  The Jamchester at the Manchester Free eventMarch 31, 2019 7:00 pm
Weekly Sunday evening jazz jams at the Manchester Pub led by Jimi James. No cover, cheap beer and good food – this is the venue for jazz!  Notional Space – Moira Smiley: The Voice is Traveller Free eventMarch 31, 2019 7:30 pm
The great American composer, singer, and multi-instrumentalist Moira Smiley will present her solo show “The Voice Is A Traveler”, interweaving arresting original songs with American and European folksongs that speak of journeys and border-crossings, both geographical and metaphorical, and with stories that underscore the longing that drives the peripatetic life. Moira will be joined by special guests Rene Worst and Jennifer Scott. Because space will be limited, RSVPs are mandatory for this event. RSVP here  Frankie’s Jazz Club – Christie Grace “Clouds Illusions” An evening of Joni Mitchell ClassicsMarch 31, 2019 8:00 pm
“Cloud’s Illusion’s” explores many beloved Joni Mitchell classics honoring Canadian poet Joni Mitchell’s 75th birthday, celebrated on November 7, 2018. Christie Grace’s original “Joni Mitchell Tribute” for Mitchell’s 60th debuted in 2004 at Cory Weed’s Jazz Cellar to three sold out houses and rave reviews from the Georgia Straight. Fifteen years later she is delighted to once again share her eternal love of Mitchell’s poetic genius along with several new arrangements. With Daryl Jahnke on guitar (original Joni Mitchell band), Dan Reynolds on piano, Conrad Good on bass, and Buff Allen on drums. Cover $16 |
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