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Jeni’s Picks for the week aheadDear Picks People… the season is heating up (in every way but the weather!). Three very popular movies are showing on various days this week at Vancity Theatre and the Rio – The Two Popes, Marriage Story, and The Irishman. They are also on Netflix but are appreciably better on the big screen. Check the venues here for dates/times. Vancity Theatre and Rio Theatre Please check my website for additions/updates during the week. And remember to also check with venues for schedule changes. They do happen!
 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  West Point Grey Legion – WOW Jazz Orchestra By DonationDecember 17, 2019 8:00 pm
The last gig this year for the WOW Jazz Orchestra. Playing this one will be: Jack Stafford – alto sax and LEADER Bill Runge – tenor sax Tony Nickels – baritone sax Rod Murray – lead trombone Sharman King – bass trombone Derry Byrne – lead trumpet Tom Shorthouse – trumpet Oliver Gannon – guitar Craig Scott – drums Dave Guiney – bassWest Point  Tyrant Studios -Contemporary Jazz Series: Brian Blade FellowshipDecember 17, 2019 9:30 pm
Julian Jayme’s residency at Tyrant continues with the music of Brian Blade Thad Bailey-Mai – Trumpet Brent Mah – Tenor Sax Julian Jayme – Guitar Quincy Mayes – Piano Jen Kim – Bass Todd Stewart – Drums Cover is $10 cash at door  Provence Marinaside – Hip Pocket featuring Diane Lines Free eventDecember 18, 2019 6:00 pm
Hip Pocket Trio featuring Diane Lines: Adam Rohrlick: tenor saxophone & electric guitar, Diane Lines: keyboard & vocals, Brent Gubbels: acoustic bass  Libra Room – Marin Patenaude By DonationDecember 18, 2019 7:00 pm
Marin is an accomplished vocalist and instrumental musician comfortable in a variety of projects. Expect confessional folk-rock with potent lyricism, rich harmonies and good old fashioned grit. Last performance by Marin before Libra Room closes!  Frankie’s Jazz Club – Cory Weeds B3 Trio with David SikulaDecember 18, 2019 7:30 pm
Every Wednesday, saxophonist Cory Weeds promises to deliver music that is super greasy with tunes from Groove Holmes, Big John Patton, Don Wilkerson, Harold Vick, Shirley Scott, and more. With Nick Peck on organ, Jesse Cahill on drums and special guest David Sikula on guitar Wednesday specials: $5 cover, 1/2 price bottles of wine, no noise policy and an early start (7:30)  Paradise Venue -Haram w/Fathieh HonariDecember 19, 2019 8:00 pm
A new venue! Haram with Special Guest Fathieh Honari presenting music from the Persian Diva era as well as Arabic radio classics, and Sudanese music from the 50’s!! Fathieh Honari- Vocals Gordon Grdina- Oud Jp Carter- Trumpet Chris Kelly- Sax Emad Armoush- Vocals/Ney Tim Gerwing- Darbuka Josh Zubot – violin Liam MacDonald- Riq Tommy Babin- Bass Kenton Loewen- Drums Tickets $20  Jazz at Tangent Cafe – Back from Montreal: Eli Davidovichi & Mili Hong Quartet By DonationDecember 19, 2019 8:30 pm
This rhythm section can do anything. Their own original jazz, alt-rock, standards etc – they can do it together. Eli on bass, Mili on drums with David Blake – guitar and John Bentley – sax.  Anvil Centre – Winter Celebrations: Itamar Erez and Kevin Romain Free eventDecember 20, 2019 6:45 pm
Itamar Erez’s music holds a depth and sensitivity that touches listeners deeply. It blends the delicateness of Middle Eastern music, the freedom found in jazz and the passion of flamenco, creating a unique sound all his own Kevin Romain, drummer and composer, has established himself as one of the most in-demand drummers in Vancouver’s creative music scene  Wheat & Barley -Ilhan Saferali Trio By DonationDecember 20, 2019 9:00 pm
Ilhan Saferali Trio is a jazz trio based out of Vancouver featuring some of the city’s most promising young jazz musicians. The repertoire they will play will consist of straight-ahead jazz standards and Ilhan’s original compositions which combine elements of contemporary jazz, folk music and hip-hop. The band will consist of Ilhan Saferali on keys, Julian Ferrer on drums, and Ben Boardman on bass.  Tyrant Studios – Sam Baglier QuintetDecember 20, 2019 9:30 pm
Sam Baglier is a tenor saxophonist hailing from Qualicum Beach, Vancouver Island and is now residing in the city of Vancouver. With Todd Stewart on drums, James Fraser on piano and Brad Pearson on stand up bass. Expect a selection of songs from the hard-bop and bebop era, along with some original tunes Cover $10 cash at the door  Jazz @ The Pat – Bruno Hubert Quartet Free eventDecember 21, 2019 3:00 pm
Expect Bruno’s usual magical musical flow with a sprinkling of Christmas surprises James Meger – bass TBD – drums Bruno Hubert – piano TBD – horn  Vancity Theatre – Menteur (Compulsive Liar)December 21, 2019 5:15 pm
Simon (Jean-Louis Houde, hilarious) can’t stop himself: he lies when he’s running late, he lies about to his bosses, his dates, to friends and family, he lies all the time. So it’s a shock when everything he says turns out to be true… This French-Canadian comedy is the year’s homegrown smash hit, with more than $6 million ticket sales in Quebec. It’s the kind of high concept crowd-pleaser that will have Hollywood salivating over the remake rights. Trust us: You will have fun. Tickets $13/$11 **Also showing Dec 22, 23, 26 & 30 at different times**  Water St Cafe – ART Guitars Duo Christmas VibesDecember 21, 2019 7:00 pm
ART guitars duo @ 2nd floor of Water St. Café delve into the melodies of the holidays to bring you jazzy Christmas sensations! The sound of Adam Robert Thomas (guitar/vocals/loops) is soulful and funky, with hints of Ray Charles, Al Green and Stevie Wonder. With Tristan Paxton – guitar Two sets. $5 cover per set.  Libra Room – Jimi James Trio By DonationDecember 21, 2019 7:00 pm
Jimi James Fraser trio was formed several years ago by a group of music students who moved in together and created Jazz House. Catch them in this early set before the Libra Room closes Jimi James – piano, Brad Pearson – bass, Max Huberdeau – drums often with the great L.A. tenor sax player John Gross sitting in.  Red Lion – Johnston/Hood and friends By DonationDecember 21, 2019 7:00 pm
Ron Johnston on piano and Cameron Hood on bass serving up several sets of jazz. Plus rotating guests from the jazz community. Sometimes vocalists and sometimes not. **Also on Saturday. Same time, same place**  Enigma – Flora Scott Trio Free eventDecember 21, 2019 7:00 pm
Jazz trio featuring Flora Scott on guitar and vocals, with Graham Clark on bass and Buff Allen on drums  Frankie’s Jazz Club – We Three QueensThis event runs from December 21, 2019 until December 22, 2019.
A holiday tradition at Frankie’s! We Three Queens returns with their trademark mix of traditional carols and swinging holiday songs. Vancouver’s own Jennifer Scott, Karin Plato, and Kate Hammett-Vaughan’s dynamic harmonies and original arrangements are a delight. With Chris Sigerson piano, Rene Worst bass, and Dave Robbins drums. Book early! $20 cover  8East -Toren/ Schmidt/ Babin/ Loewen- Müller/ Paton PWYCDecember 21, 2019 9:00 pm
Set 1 John Paton saxophone Torsten Müller bass Set 2 Cat Toren piano Cole Schmidt guitar Tommy Babin bass Kenton Loewen drum $20-$10- $0 PWYC (Door goes to the Artists)  China Cloud – A Star System Christmas! By DonationDecember 21, 2019 10:00 pm
Star System returns for a special seasonal event! All your favourite Sun Ra classics and get all warm and fuzzy just in time for the Holidaze Featuring: Róisín Adams – piano Lee Hutzulak – Electronics/Synth JP Carter – Trumpet + effects Joshua Zubot – Violin + effects Dave Say – Sax/Flute Colin Edward Cowan – Bass ++ Daniel Gaucher – Drums ++ Skye Brooks – Percussion  Rio Theatre – It’s A Wonderful LifeDecember 22, 2019 3:30 pm
In response to audience requests, the “holiday classic to define all holiday classics,” Frank Capra‘s IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE. Continuing the Rio’s tradition of giving it much deserved big screen love with viewings on December 22 & 24. IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE is one of the most influential fantasy films ever made and one of the most universally adored example of old-school Hollywood. Jimmy Stewart gives one of his all-time best performances as George Bailey, a good man with a big heart. Tickets $13 **Also on Dec 24 at 6.00p.m.**  Jazz at Tangent Cafe – Chad Makela Quartet By DonationDecember 22, 2019 6:00 pm
Chad Makela plays earth shattering lines on his baritone sax. Expect original compositions and mind bending odd time signature arrangements of Charlie Parker classics. With David Blake – guitar, Winston Minckler – bass, and Bernie Arai – drums.  Water St Cafe – Boxcar CampfireDecember 22, 2019 7:00 pm
Join legendary Vancouver guitarist Paul Pigat and violinist Cam Wilson for this special edition of Pigat’s Boxcar Campfire project. Reminiscent of the great works of Hoyt Axton and Randy Newman, this will be an evening of music that is stripped down, sometimes introspective, at times humourous, and without question, entertaining. Two sets $5 cover per set.  Studio Full Bloom -Winter solstice warmer + HUE’s EP release party PWYCDecember 22, 2019 7:30 pm
•∆•∆• MANY THINGS TO CELEBRATE! •∆•∆• The days will be getting longer and HUE is releasing a new EP with vocalist Laura Swankey HUE (Elisa Thorn, James Meger, and Justin Devries) is releasing an EP called The Other Side: Afterlife Sessions, featuring Toronto vocalist Laura Swankey Little yummy eats, mulled wine, flowers and sweet sounds $10/PWYC (cash only) Cash bar |
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