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Jeni’s Picks for the week aheadDear Picks People… so many excellent events to help ward off the wet weather this week. And attention bookworms… the VPL is hosting a massive book sale this week. More info here. Additional updates/ new events will be added to the website during the week. This is a free compilation so, as usual, please make sure to check with venues for changes to schedule.
 The Cultch – We Are All One Nation – Lache Cercel and the Roma Jazz EnsembleSeptember 17, 2019 7:00 pm
Lache Cercel and the Roma Jazz Ensemble plus Many Special Guests! Join the Ensemble as they explore the contributions and cross-over of Romani (Gypsy) music to folk music around the world. With Bob Kozak, Cristina Herki, Don Ogilvie, Florian Botos, George Feraru, Cathy Gallagher, Karen Flamenco, Kit Eakle, Kyle Hagen, Laura Crema, Lavinia Urbani, Meriem Benamor, Michael Dunn, Paul Townsend, Sam Shoichet, Tamar Kalanyos, and Stephen Nikleva. Tickets $37  Gold Saucer -Ford Pier + Tony Wilson and others PWYCSeptember 17, 2019 9:00 pm
Weekly performance series curated by Barbara Adler, Cole Schmidt & James Meger. Tuesdays at the Gold Saucer Studio. — Ford Pier + Tony Wilson — — Tara Cheyenne — — Martin Reisle — Doors at 9:00 PM, Performance at 9:30 PM, $5 – $10 or PWYC at the door, cash only.  Guilt & Co -Organ.ic Chemistry Quartet PWYCSeptember 17, 2019 9:30 pm
Coming together to form a unique and dynamic sound seldom heard in Vancouver, featuring the mighty Hammond Organ. The group plays a mix of Jazz, Funk, Pop, Latin, and Blues music, with influences ranging from Jimmy Smith, Dr. Lonnie Smith, and Jimmy McGriff, to Larry Goldings, Sam Yahel, and Joey deFrancesco. Saxophone: Tom Keenlyside Guitar: Adam Rohrlick Organ: Jason de Couto Drums: Duran Ritz  Provence Marinaside -Hip Pocket Quartet Free eventSeptember 18, 2019 6:00 pm
Led by Adam Rohrlick: tenors saxophone & electric guitar with Kristian Alexandrov: keyboard, Brent Gubbels: acoustic bass, Joel Fountain: drums & vocals  Vancity Theatre – Don’t Look BackSeptember 18, 2019 6:00 pm
Art House Theatre Day Bob Dylan is captured on-screen as he never would be again in this groundbreaking film from the late, great D. A. Pennebaker, who passed away last month. The legendary documentarian finds Dylan in England during his 1965 tour, which would be his last as an acoustic artist. In this wildly entertaining vision of one of the twentieth century’s greatest artists, Dylan is surrounded by teen fans, gets into heated philosophical jousts with journalists, and kicks back with fellow musicians Joan Baez, Donovan, and Alan Price. Featuring some of Dylan’s most famous songs, including “Subterranean Homesick Blues,” “The Times They Are A-Changin’,” and “It’s All Over Now, Baby Blue,” Dont Look Back is a radically conceived portrait of an American icon that has influenced decades of vérité behind-the-scenes documentaries. Tickets $13/S11  Tangent Cafe – Jesse Waldman/Bruno Hubert By DonationSeptember 18, 2019 8:00 pm
Mostly blues! Jesse Waldman – guitar/vocals and Bruno Hubert – keys  Jazz Evensong – Triology By DonationSeptember 18, 2019 8:00 pm
Led by Brian Fraser giving the “lectio divina” in the sanctuary. Triology with Jodi Proznick -bass, Miles Black – piano and Bill Coon – guitar.  Lana Lou’s – Mixtophonics # 16September 18, 2019 8:00 pm
On-going improv series that combines trippy ambient grooves played by a revolving collection of Vancouver’s top creative musicians. $10 at the door Featuring: Max Ley and Trent Otter, drums Kerry Galloway, bass Jonny Tobin, keys Andrea Superstein, voice Max Greening, Giorgio Magnanensi and Jules Laverne, electronics John Korsrud, Bill Runge, horns  Roundhouse Community Centre – Reading the BonesThis event runs from September 18, 2019 until September 28, 2019.
Kokoro Dance presents the world premiere of Reading the Bones, a work for six dancers distilled from the 33-year history of Kokoro Dance’s butoh-inspired creations. Kokoro Dance co-founders, Barbara Bourget and Jay Hirabayashi, are reimagining choreography from their past works, and setting their powerful, provocative, and passionate movement on Katie Cassady (in her 20’s), Molly McDermott (in her 30’s), Deanna Peters (close to her 40’s), Salomé Nieto (in her 50’s), and themselves. Bourget is now in her 60’s and Hirabayashi, in his 70’s. This 50-year generational spread gives uniquely rich and deep nuances to the performances. Tickets $25/$30  Organ Night at The Emerald – Cory Weeds B3 Trio By DonationThis event runs from September 11, 2019 until October 30, 2019.
Every Wednesday, saxophonist Cory Weeds will take over the lounge at The Emerald Supper Club with organist Nick Peck and drummer Jesse Cahill for a night of greasy, funky, nasty, blues, dirty organ grooves! Admission by donation!  Frankie’s Jazz Club – Stephanie Pedraza Latin Groove NightSeptember 19, 2019 8:00 pm
For the first time “Latin Groove Night” is coming to Frankie’s Jazz Club with the Stephanie Pedraza Trio! This Canadian born, Colombian raised songstress has always been immersed in her Latin roots. Her sound is a unique blend of traditional and modern, percussive Spanish guitar and genres ranging from Latin standards to English covers as well as original compositions. With Andre Stepanian guitar and Davide Sampaolo percussion. Cover $16  Jazz at Tangent Cafe – Bernie Arai/David Blake/Jon Bentley/Jeff Gammon By DonationSeptember 19, 2019 8:30 pm
This group of collaborators play original music written by the band members. They try their best to harness the sounds of New York contributors such as Joshua Redman, Kurt Rosenwinkel and Brad Mehldau. With BA – drums DB – guitar JB – Saxophone JG – bass  Vancity Theatre – Miles Davis: Birth of the CoolSeptember 20, 2019 6:00 pm
One of the towering figures of the twentieth century, Miles Davis took jazz to a pinnacle of perfection in his album Kind of Blue, bringing tender, aching grace notes to the frantic fury of bebop. He didn’t stop there, always looking for new aural textures, new shapes and sounds. “A tantalizing portrait: rich, probing, mournful, romantic, triumphant, tragic, exhilarating, and blisteringly honest… Immensely gratifying.” Owen Gleiberman, Variety  Red Lion Bar – Johnston/Hood Free eventThis event runs from September 13, 2019 until October 18, 2019.
Eclectic jazz served up weekly by Ron Johnston – piano and Cameron Hood – bass. Frequent musical guests.. some vocalists, some not! ** Also on Saturdays weekly**  Frankie’s Jazz Club – Benny SharoniSeptember 20, 2019 8:00 pm
Tenor saxophonist Benny Sharoni is a bandleader, composer, and arranger who is a mainstay in the U.S and European jazz scenes. Through a fusion of classic bop influences – including Sonny Rollins, Dexter Gordon, and Steve Grossman – Sharoni flavors his music with Latin rhythms and an energetic drive that delights audiences worldwide. The repertoire includes unique arrangements of standards from the American Songbook, as well as dynamic original compositions. With Nick Peck piano, Andre Lachancé acoustic bass, and Steve Langone drums. Cover $17.50  Tyrant Studios – Longhand Trio plus guestSeptember 20, 2019 9:30 pm
The Longhand Trio is Tony Wilson (guitar) Russell Sholberg (bass) & Skye Brooks( drums). Playing mainly originals and will be joined by guitarist Daniel Doerksen for a few Frank Zappa covers. Cover $10 cash at the door.  Jazz @ The Pat – Lorraine Foster’s Birthday Free eventSeptember 21, 2019 3:00 pm
Lorraine celebrates a special birthday with a tribute to legendary songstress Peggy Lee. Songs from the Great American Songbook. Nick Peck – piano Bill Coon – guitar Mike Higgins – drums Lorraine Foster – vocals  Western Front – Broken ShadowsSeptember 21, 2019 7:00 pm
Coastal Jazz presents Broken Shadows for a Bright Moments concert. Named for one of Ornette Coleman’s most evocative compositions, this all-star project honours the Coleman legacy, along with the music of Coleman’s fellow Fort Worth-native reed players, Dewey Redman and Julius Hemphill. The band features wildly inventive saxophonists Tim Berne and Chris Speed, and the Bad Plus rhythm section of bassist Reid Anderson and drummer Dave King. Tickets $27  Water Street Cafe – Dylan Cramer TrioSeptember 21, 2019 7:00 pm
Alto saxophonist Dylan Cramer brings his cool, sophisticated trio to The Water Street Cafe. Cramer, a student of jazz great Sonny Criss, has been compared to Paul Desmond and Stan Getz. The trio plays songs from Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Sonny Criss, Grover Washington Jr., and a host of others. If you like melodic playing, this trio is for you. With Michael Creber on piano and Steve Holy on bass. $5 per set Support Live Music contribution will be collected and given to the artists performing that evening for each set.  Frankie’s Jazz Club – Jennifer Scott QuartetSeptember 21, 2019 8:00 pm
A new look at a few unexpected gems One of the leading vocal improvisers in Canada, Jennifer Scott leads this exciting progressive jazz ensemble. NuQuartet reworks gems from the American Songbook, presents repertoire from unexpected sources, and throws in a few originals for good measure. Weaving interesting arrangement concepts with exhilarating vocal effects and expert musicianship, this ensemble always infuses their music with an essence of groove and soul! With Jennifer Scott vocals/piano, David Sikula guitar, Rene Worst bass, and Bernie Arai drums. Cover $17.50  Rickshaw – Cousin Harley – Paul Pigat’s 50th Birthday BashSeptember 21, 2019 8:00 pm
Local rockabilly legend Paul Pigat is turning the big five-oh! Cousin Harley (“It’s my 50th birthday gig. Why have a party when you can play a show?” – Paul Pigat) With guests Peter and the Wolves (Calgary), The Wheelgrinders (Vancouver) Tickets $20 (2 pieces of ID required)  Jazz Vespers – Tony Wilson/Patsy Klein Band By DonationSeptember 22, 2019 4:00 pm
Patsy Klein/ Tony Wilson band have been performing as a duo for the last four years. Recently violinist Josh Zubot and bassist Russell Sholberg have joined the ensemble. The band performs original music written by Wilson and Klein as well as a variety of covers. In the Salon at 1018 Nelson Street  Jazz at Tangent Cafe – Tony Wilson Band By DonationSeptember 22, 2019 6:00 pm
Acclaimed west coast guitarist Tony Wilson has ben an integral part of Canada’s jazz scene for many years. His work with groups such as the Peggy Lee band and Pugs and Crows displays his beautiful sound and thoughtful approach. With Josh Zubot – violin, Russell Sholberg – bass and Skye Brooks – drums  Britannia Community Centre – 4th Annual Fall Equinox Coffee House Free eventSeptember 22, 2019 7:00 pm
Celebrate the fall season with a community event featuring live local music, story telling, refreshments & more! Music by Monica Lee & The Couch Choir, Jesse Waldman and Sasha Whittam  Western Front – Kevin Finseth: Opium Hymns LiveSeptember 22, 2019 7:00 pm
Live performance of new album Opium Hymns Cinematic, atmospheric, heart and soul Kevin Finseth – piano, vocals Peggy Lee – cello A-Dub – electric guitar Geordie Hart – acoustic bass Mallory Temple – drums Advance tickets at Highlife $20 . At the door $25 |
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