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Jeni’s Picks for the week aheadDear Picks People… the season is already very busy. Difficult choices have to be made , especially towards the end of this week. Please check my website for additions/updates during the week. And remember to also check with venues for schedule changes. They do happen!
 Vancity Theatre – Cinema Salon: The Motorcycle DiariesDecember 10, 2019 7:00 pm
In 1952, Ernesto “Che” Guevara, left medical school a semester before graduating and at 23 years old, went on a motorcycle trip with his best friend, Albert Granado, that changed his life. The expedition was nine months long from Buenos Aires, Argentina to Caracas, Venezuela, almost 8,000 km. Falling in lust and dancing to the wrong music, Che also sees the injustices of oppressed mine workers, persecuted communists, banished lepers, and many others who suffered injustice. He kept a journal and found his life’s calling. Presented by Cal Coat (Cal’s goal is to expose contemporary global music as a relevant and totally reflective alternative for mainstream electronic media. He’s worked the past 39 years as a broadcaster in Greater Vancouver, 29 of those years specifically in multicultural broadcasting) Tickets $13/$11  Mountain View Cemetery – Little Chamber Music’s No Straight Road Free eventDecember 10, 2019 7:30 pm
Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the legalization of homosexuality in Canada, No Straight Road views the work of the queer Spanish poet Federico García Lorca through a uniquely Canadian lens. Little Chamber Music is proud to present a concert event that brings together some of Vancouver’s finest musicians and singers, four exciting queer Canadian composers, and the work of two of the 20th century’s most daring artists, George Crumb and Federico García Lorca.  West Point Grey Legion – WOW Orchestra By DonationDecember 10, 2019 8:00 pm
The music starts at 8:00 (second set at 9:30). No cover charge but donations gratefully accepted. Playing this gig will be: Jack Stafford – alto sax and Leader Steve Hilliam – tenor sax Chris Startup – baritone sax Rod Murray – trombone Sharman King – bass trombone Derry Byrne – lead trumpet Tom Shorthouse – trumpet Oliver Gannon – guitar Dave Guiney – bass Craig Scott – drums  Libra Room – Jeff Younger & The Sensitive GentlemenDecember 10, 2019 9:00 pm
JY and the SGs for their second to last, super chill and especially fun night at The Libra Room! Original songs, a few choice covers of Lucinda Williams and Peppermint Harris tunes, and plenty of sweet hangs/good vibes. Led by Jeff Younger on guitar/voicals with the always beautiful, grooving, and gentlemenly Ron Samworth – guitar, Bill Briscall – bass, Max Ley – drums. Opening set with the classic, crafty songs and smokey voice of East Van’s Andre Chrys.  Gold Saucer – New Works #20 with Peggy Lee Band PWYCDecember 10, 2019 9:00 pm
Weekly performance series curated by Barbara Adler, Cole Schmidt & James Meger. Tuesdays at the Gold Saucer Studio. This week… NEW WORKS # 20 — The Peggy Lee Band — w/ Brad Turner trumpet, Jon Bentley tenor saxophone, Jeremy Berkman trombone, Peggy Lee cello, Ron Samworth electric guitar, Tony Wilson electric guitar, André Lachance electric bass, Dylan van der Schyff drums — Ziyian Kwan — dance artist — Corbin Murdoch — singer/songwriter  Provence Marinaside – Hip Pocket featuring Tom Arntzen Free eventDecember 11, 2019 6:00 pm
Hip Pocket Trio featuring Tom Arntzen Adam Rohrlick: electric guitar & tenor saxophone, Tom Arntzen: keyboard & vocal, Brent Gubbels: acoustic bass  Scotia Dance Centre – Out Innerspace Dance Theatre: BygonesThis event runs from December 11, 2019 until December 14, 2019.
Vancouver’s Out Innerspace Dance Theatre combines virtuosic, hyper-detailed choreography with visual magic to make engaging dance works which reflect a time of rapid change, of ever-shifting boundaries, and of conflict and hope. Bygones is a new work created and performed by co-directors David Raymond and Tiffany Tregarthen in collaboration with dancers Renée Sigouin, Elya Grant and David Harvey. Tickets $35/25 . Also on 12/14/15 December.  8East – Creative Music Series #7 PWYCDecember 11, 2019 8:00 pm
Freedman / Loewen / Reed Bruce Freedman sax • Kenton Loewen drums • Clyde Reed bass Peggy Lee Band Peggy Lee cello • Brad Turner trumpet • Jeremy Berkman trombone • Jon Bentley sax • Ron Samworth guitar • Tony Wilson guitar • André Lachance bass • Dylan van der Schyff drums Donations at the Door $20/$10/$0 **Series continues on Dec 12/13 with different musicians**  Lana Lou’s Mixtophonics #19 PWYCDecember 11, 2019 8:00 pm
Mixtophonics is an on-going improv series that combines ambient grooves played by a revolving collection of Vancouver’s top creative musicians on laptops, drums, strings, horns. John Gross – saxophone Eliot Doyle and Max Ley – drums Karlis Silins – bass Jillian Lebeck – keys Doug Gorkoff – cello Molly MacKinnon – violin Kimia Koochakzadeh-Yazdi and Stefan Smulovitz – electronics John Korsrud – trumpet $10 at the door (suggested donation, nobody turned away for lack of funds)  Frankie’s Jazz Bar – Bruno Hubert TrioDecember 11, 2019 8:00 pm
A beloved fixture on the Vancouver jazz scene, pianist Bruno Hubert has played with Brad Turner, Jacyln Guillou, Seamus Blake, and scores of other jazz luminaries. Bruno brings huge personality and rare talent to entrancing standards and nimble, swinging post-bop. Cover $16  Tangent Cafe – Adam Robert Thomas By DonationDecember 11, 2019 8:00 pm
Original soul and funk with classic motown vibe.  Rio Theatre – Culture Shock Free eventDecember 11, 2019 9:30 pm
Western Canadian Premiere of Vancouver-based director Gigi Saul Guerrero’s stunning feature CULTURE SHOCK. This arresting thriller follows a young Mexican woman in pursuit of the American Dream, who crosses illegally into the United States – only to find herself in an American nightmare. Starring Martha Higareda, Shawn Ashmore, Creed Bratton, Barbara Crampton and Richard Cabral. Advance tickets FREE (RSVP here to reserve) Ms Guerrero will be on-hand for an introduction and brief Q&A.  Roedde House – Karin Plato with John Reischman & John MillerDecember 12, 2019 7:00 pm
In the historic parlour. Juno-nominated Jazz vocalist Karin Plato with Juno-nominated and Grammy award winning mandolin player, John Reischman and guitarist John Miller. Tickets $15/$12  Jazz at Tangent Cafe – Lachance/Turner/Poole/Bentley By DonationDecember 12, 2019 8:30 pm
A quartet of Vancouver’s finest jazz players. They have been playing together for almost three decades. Andre Lachance – bass, Brad Turner – keys, Joe Poole – drums, Jon Bentley – sax  Red Lion – Johnston/Hood & friends By DonationDecember 13, 2019 7:00 pm
Every Friday Ron Johnston (piano) and Cameron Hood (bass) serve up several sets of eclectic jazz. Musical guests rotate … sometimes vocalists, sometimes not. **Also on Saturdays. Same place, same time.**  WISE Hall – A Sumner Brothers Christmas XIVDecember 13, 2019 8:00 pm
A Sumner Brothers Christmas is back with all the good Holiday Cheer you can handle in one sitting! An excellent lineup of musicians for you this year! Bob Sumner Music Gillian Moranz Jay Gavin & The Tired Sunday Choir The Axe Murderer The Unbranded Twin Bandit Moonlight Years A Million Dollars in Pennies Robert Connely Farr Moonlight Years Jody Glenham The WILD NORTH The Sumner Brothers w/ Kenton Loewen & James Meger Tickets at Red Cat, Highlife, and online $12  Rogue Folk Club – Van Django’s Cool YuleDecember 13, 2019 8:00 pm
This show is dedicated to the memory of gifted harmonica player and all-round wonderful guy KEITH BENNETT. Renowned for the quality of their musicianship and as great entertainers, VAN DJANGO’s variety show is a festive Christmas mix of nostalgic favourites, jazz standards, pop tunes, classical elements, and sing-alongs, plus a few surprises – all delivered in swinging gypsy jazz style. Folks of all ages can celebrate the season at this fun and festive yule-time show. Joining Van Django’s violinist Cameron Wilson, guitarist Budge Schachte, guitarist/cellist Finn Manniche and bassist Brent Gubbels is vocalist L.J. Mounteney. Tickets $28 at Highlife, Tapestry and online.  KW Studios -Wilson/Lee/van der Schyff & Kokoro DanceDecember 13, 2019 8:00 pm
Tony Wilson-guitar, Peggy Lee-cello, & Dylan van der Schyff-drums will collaborate with dancers Jay Hirabayashi and Barbra Bourget performing some compositions as well as improvisations. There will be one set starting @ 8 p.m.Tickets are $10 at the door. Cash bar.  The Heatley – Ilhan Saferali Trio By DonationDecember 13, 2019 9:00 pm
The original trio will be back from Montreal Ilhan Saferali: Keys/Trumpet Ben Boardman: Bass Rishi Dhillon: Drums  Tyrant Studios – Mike Allen TrioDecember 13, 2019 9:30 pm
Saxophonist Mike Allen with Dr. Tony Genge on B3 and Julian MacDonough on drums Funky organ jams and bebop numbers. Usually a $10/$15 cover at the door. Cash bar.  Jazz @ The Pat – Jerry Cook Quartet Free eventDecember 14, 2019 3:00 pm
Jerry & his musical pals play tunes from his recently recorded album Jerry Cook – tenor sax ~ Sharon Minemoto – piano Andre Lachance – bass ~ Jesse Cahill – drums Dave Sikula – guitar  Frankie’s Jazz Bar – John Stetch Trio CD releaseDecember 14, 2019 8:00 pm
NYC Steinway Artist John Stetch is a 6 time JUNO Nominee with 17 albums under his belt as a leader. He has brought his own music to the top New York clubs, across several continents, and was in Rufus Reid’s group for nearly a decade. Starting piano in his late teens, his awards include the Prix du Jazz at the Montreal Jazz Fest, finalist as performer and composer in the Thelonious Monk Competition, and more recently, the Pentland Prize in Composition. His new CD features flavors of Tchaikovsky, Mozambique, Bulgarian Bluegrass, Lady Gaga and a New Orleans take on Canada’s national anthem. Cover $17.50 (includes free CD)  Jazz at Tangent Cafe – Mike Allen TrioDecember 15, 2019 6:00 pm
Tenor wielding jazzman Mike Allen leads a trio through funky organ jams and bebop numbers. With Dr.Tony Genge on B3 and Julian MacDonough on drums.  Hood 29 (formerly Cottage Bistro) – Mood Indigo – bossas, blues & beyondDecember 15, 2019 7:30 pm
Vocalist Karin Plato with Tom Keenlyside & Miles Black perform the 2nd of the Joy of Jazz Concerts of the 2019/2020 series. Expect a joyful connection of free spirited music making when this trio take to the stage. The three musicians will perform a wide variety of music including compositions by Duke Ellington, Antonio Carlos Jobim and Lennon & McCartney. $15 cash at the door.  Guilt & Company – Don Stewart Sextet By DonationDecember 16, 2019 9:30 pm
Whether performing gospel, soul, jazz, rock or British Invasion, Don’s soulful smooth delivery leaves audiences thrilled. He has toured internationally and has built up a loyal fan base who follow him from club to lounge to concert hall locally. Don Stewart – vocals Ron Johnston – keyboard Cameron Hood – bass Michael Toth – guitar Nick Apivor – vibes & percussion Buff Allen – drums |
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