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Jeni’s Picks for the week aheadDear Picks People… better late than never. Life remains very challenging time wise at the moment. Additions will be made so please check the website for updates. If you are interested in “Two Views from the Sylvia” opening November 8 act fast as it is an extremely popular show. Also, I want to draw your attention to The East Van Panto opening November 29 (always a smash hit) as some dates are already sold out. Don’t be disappointed. Get your tickets early! Check my website now for information and links to ticket sales. As usual, please double check with venues for changes/cancellations. Enjoy! 
Frankie’s Jazz Club – Harley Card QuintetNovember 2, 2017 8:00 pmSince 2005 Toronto-based guitarist and composer Harley Card has lead his own group, the Harley Card Quartet, showcasing Harley’s music and the collaborative, spirited playing of all the musicians. With strong roots in swing and jazz traditions, the group prioritizes melody in their approach to Harley’s contemporary leaning compositions. The quartet is touring to celebrate the release of Harley’s third album as a leader, The Greatest Invention introducing eleven new compositions. With Harley Card guitar, Matt Newton piano, Dan Fortin bass, and Ethan Ardelli drums. Cover $15 
Frankie’s Jazz Club – B3 for Bunny: From New York, Akiko TsurugaThis event runs from November 3, 2017 until November 4, 2017.The legendary Dr. Lonnie Smith describes her this way: “Akiko’s playing is like watching a flower blooming, a bird spreading her wings in the music world. Akiko is here to stay.” Since landing in the mecca for jazz, New York City, Akiko has been embraced not only by audiences, but by her fellow musicians, as one of the top organ players in the city. She has shared to stage with Jimmy Cobb, Frank Wess, and Lou Donaldson to name a few. Her latest album features the great Jeff Hamilton on drums and Graham Dechter on guitar. With Joe Magnarelli trumpet, Cory Weeds tenor saxophone, and Julian MacDonough drums. Cover $20. 
Blue Martini – Jason De Couto Organ Trio Free eventNovember 3, 2017 8:00 pmLed by Jason de Couto (Soulstream, The Phonix), this cooking trio plays a mix of jazz, funk, Latin, and blues, channelling influences ranging from Dr. Lonnie Smith and Jimmy McGriff, to Larry Goldings and Joey DeFrancesco. With guitarist/saxophonist Adam Rohrlick, drummer Nino diPasquale. 
World New Music Days 2017 – Hard Rubber Riot EnsembleNovember 3, 2017 10:15 pmFor the ISCM World New Music Days 2017, Hard Rubber New Music presents a 45-minute version of Riot, a powerful multi-media work-in-progress conceived by composer John Korsrud. Riot tells the story of the shocking and destructive Vancouver hockey riot of 2011 that brought hundreds of arrests and millions of dollars of destruction. Korsrud’s musical response to the event promises to be an uncompromising look at mob mentality, privilege, and culpability. Hard Rubber Riot Ensemble John Korsrud, composer & director; Nino DiPasquale, Eliot Doyle, Tim Proznick, Randall Stoll, percussion; Jillian Lebeck, keyboard; Ron Samworth, guitar; Laurence Mollerup, bass; Mark Ferris, violin; Peggy Lee, cello; Cameron Andres, vocals. Riot will feature visuals by filmmaker Brian Johnson and Kim Collier, multimedia artist Aram Coen and collective Chimerik. Tickets $29 
Jazz @ The Pat – Campbell Ryga Quartet Free eventNovember 4, 2017 3:00 pmCampbell Ryga – Saxophones Chris Sigerson – Piano Miles Hill – Bass Craig Scott – Drums 
East Van Opry 2017November 4, 2017 8:00 pmEast Van Opry is in it’s 5th year! With some local favourites and guests from near and far! Featuring:The Harpoonist & The Axe Murderer, Dawn Pemberton, C.R. Avery, Geoff Berner, Carolyn Mark, Marin Patenaude, and many more with Host: Kyle Bottom Tickets $24/28 
York Theatre – MissingThis event runs from November 3, 2017 until November 11, 2017.World Premiere Chamber Opera Missing tells a story everybody knows, about a woman no one remembers. Set in Vancouver and along the Highway of Tears, this music drama is being created to give voice to the story of Canada’s missing and murdered aboriginal women and girls The chamber opera follows the fate of two young women – one Indigenous and one non-Indigenous – whose lives become tragically intertwined.The young women will be portrayed by Métis Canadian coloratura soprano Melody Courage and soprano Caitlin Wood. Tickets $22-65. 
Vanity Theatre – UnaNovember 4, 2017 8:30 pmRooney Mara gives a remarkable performance in this gripping adaptation of David Harrower’s acclaimed play, Blackbird. Twenty-eight year-old Una confronts the man she fell in love with 15 years before (Ben Mendelsohn). This is incendiary material, probing uncomfortable truths, but filmed with grace and compassion. Tickets $12/10 ** Also on various other dates** 
Orpheum Annex – NOW Society Ensemble (ISCM 2017)November 4, 2017 9:00 pmThe NOW Society Ensemble proudly presents the finest improvisers from Vancouver and abroad. Performing new graphic and video scores interpreted by Joshua Zubot (violin), JP Carter (trumpet), Lisa Cay Miller (piano), James Meger (acoustic bass), and Skye Brooks (drum kit), their creativity and musical prowess will astound you. Tickets $29 
Ryerson United Church – Say Something with Dawn Pemberton Free eventNovember 5, 2017 10:00 amVocalist, teacher, facilitator and choir director Dawn Pemberton will be singing and speaking about her experiences living as a black woman in Vancouver. The theme will be “How do we walk a path of integrity and be better allies, especially when we have to surrender our privileges and old ways of being?” 
Jazz at Tangent Cafe – San Pedro 4 By DonationNovember 5, 2017 6:00 pmJ.P. Carter -trumpet Tony Wilson- guitar Russell Sholberg- bass Liam MacDonald – drums & percussion The band will be playing some Central American influenced original tunes as well as some covers by Pharaoh Saunders, Grant Green and others 
WISE Hall – The Tired Sunday Choir & Friends By DonationNovember 5, 2017 7:00 pmJoin The Tired Sunday Choir for “A Month of Sunday’s” at The Wise Hall. https://thetiredsundaychoir.bandcamp.com/ This residency takes place every Sunday throughout November and they have hand picked some of the city’s finest to share the night with. The Tired Sunday Choir released their debut EP earlier this year and has been described as “Sitting somewhere between folk and country… Timeless is one word, Expressive is another” 
Brentwood Church – The Sojourners: Sing and Never Get Tired By DonationNovember 5, 2017 7:00 pmFor this evening in the sanctuary, the singers are Marcus Mosley, Candus Churchill, and Will Sanders. They will be singing songs from the Civil Rights Movement, stirring souls to continuing efforts to create space for true justice and peace in our world 
Libra Room – Jesse Waldman & friends By DonationThis event runs from September 24, 2017 until December 10, 2017.The Libra Room is back! And so is Jesse Waldman on Sunday evenings. He will be appearing with either Marc L’Esperance, Noah Walker and/or other special guests each week. 
WISE Hall – Petunia & The Vipers By DonationThis event runs from November 6, 2017 until December 18, 2017.Petunia & The Vipers every Monday in the Lounge all winter long! Mondays are the new Fridays! A man rooted in as much talent as mystery, Petunia is a Canadian country treasure. His illustrious career 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. Alone, Petunia is a talent unapologetically shocking fans with his versatility. 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. 
Libra Room – Tony Wilson Trio Free eventNovember 6, 2017 8:30 pmOne of the most original guitarists on the Canadian scene, Tony Wilson plus two other mystery players make an appearance at the Libra Room. Way to start your week. |
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