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Jeni’s Picks for the week aheadDear Picks People, it must be fall… so many events on the September cultural schedule it is hard to keep track. To avoid disappointment, plan well ahead for these two upcoming events as some tickets are already sold out. Vancouver International Film Festival September 27-October 12 Vancouver Writers Festival October 15-21 Visit my website for additions as the week progresses. As usual please check with venues for changes to schedule. Enjoy!
 Hastings Park – The Japanese Problem to September 29, 2018September 18, 2018
JAPANESE PROBLEM is the award-winning, site-responsive experience about the Japanese Canadian incarceration at Hastings Park. In 1942 over 8,000 Canadians were detained in barns at Hastings Park. JAPANESE PROBLEM invites a small audience into a stall, which residents have turned into a temporary home and place of wonder, as they are filled with the uncertainty of their next destination. The piece exists in the contemporary moment simultaneously, where evidence of Hastings Parks’ former tenants has been erased, where survivors are uncertain if they want their names included in a memorial; and where refugees to North America are being treated in a fashion that is terrifyingly familiar. **Selling out so book early** Various prices and performance dates.  Cabrito Tapas – Latin Groove Night with Stephanie PedrazaSeptember 18, 2018 5:30 pm
Stephanie Pedraza (vocals/guitar), Andre Stepanian (guitar) and Lyndon Dewitt (percussion) are back for another Latin Groove Night. $3 cover charge  The Heatley – Tony Wilson & Scott Smith play Lenny and Buddy By DonationSeptember 18, 2018 8:00 pm
Tony Wilson and Scott Smith will perform the Lenny Breau/Buddy Emmons album “Minors Aloud” in its entirety. Released in 1978, “Minors Aloud” was a very unique album that featured bebop standards like Charlie Parker’s “Scrapple From the Apple”, soul jazz numbers like Les McCann’s “Compared to What” and even an arrangement of a Bach piece. Tony Wilson – guitar Scott Smith – pedal steel Jeremy Holmes – bass Liam MacDonald – drums Arrive early to secure a seat! By donation.  West Point Grey Legion – WOW Orchestra By DonationSeptember 18, 2018 8:00 pm
Big band music with Jack Stafford, Derry Byrne, Sharman King, Craig Scott, Oliver Gannon, Chris Startup, Dave Guiney and other local great jazz musicians  Gold Saucer – Sawdust Collector presents Ng/Lee/Gaucher, Short Films, Spencer/Brown/Bates Pay-what-you-canSeptember 18, 2018 9:30 pm
Weekly performance series curated by Barbara Adler, Cole Schmidt & James Meger. This week…. KAREN NG (sax, Toronto) with PEGGY LEE (cello, Vancouver) and DANIEL GAUCHER (drums, Vancouver) Short Films by RANDALL LLOYD OKITA (Toronto) DANIEL PENCER (sax, Toronto) with BEN BROWN (drums and percussion) and MEREDITH BATES (violin)  LanaLou’s – Vintage Variety Night!September 19, 2018 7:30 am
IT’S BACK! A cozy night of blues, old-time, folk and other vintage genres! Featuring: Chika and Caitlan Paul Silveria Emily Rose Tim Sars’ Littlest Big Band Ever $10 at the door. All ages. Doors at 7:30, music at 8pm sharp!  Rogue Folk Club – Mike Farris (featuring Paul Pigat)September 19, 2018 8:00 pm
Back in 2005, Mike Farris cracked open the hallway door when, for the first time since the age of 15, he was clean and sober. Recording what would become the critically acclaimed Salvation in Lights (2007), a resurrected Mike eagerly anticipated the future. But with two ruptured discs, back surgery and the death of his beloved manager Rose McGathy all within a few weeks of the record’s release, a rolling fog settled in. Nevertheless, Mike’s career picked up steam. He won an Americana Music Award for New/Emerging Artist in 2008, followed by a Dove Award in 2010. He opened shows for Patti LaBelle, Mavis Staples, Blind Boys of Alabama, Ricky Skaggs and Bruce Hornsby. Mike’s spirited, soul-gospel fusion had found an enthusiastic audience but he was still struggling with addiction issues. What eventually emerged from that fertile ground is Shine For All The People, the evolution of true sobriety, of finding a new identity as a servant, first as a man but also as an artist. Shine For All the People, the 2015 Grammy Award winner for Best Roots Gospel album, bears witness to the determination of putting one foot in front of the other and to the power of music to get  Frankie’s Jazz Club – Hip Pocket Plays David SanbornSeptember 20, 2018 8:00 pm
Hip Pocket is a musical chameleon, led by multi-instrumentalist Adam Rohrlick who plays saxophone, electric guitar and keyboards. Playing a tribute to saxophonist David Sanborn with Tilden Webb keyboards, Andreas Schuld electric guitar, Graham Clark electric bass, and Adam Cormier drums. Hip Pocket is performing songs written by David Sanborn and his longtime collaborator and producer, bassist Marcus Miller, from Sanborn’s solo albums recorded between 1975 and 1995. Cover $16  The Cultch – City Opera presents Nigredo HotelThis event runs from September 20, 2018 until September 22, 2018.
At The Historic Cultch … the legendary Nigredo Hotel, a bizarre, macabre and astonishing operatic thriller. It is the story of an encounter between a beautiful but crazed woman who runs a shoddy hotel, and a brain surgeon who takes refuge there after he crashes his car. It is also brilliant combat between two of the most unusual characters in 20th century opera. Psychological thriller, mystery story, sarcastic and sweet, witty and strange, it is like nothing City Opera Vancouver has done before. By Nic Gotham and Ann-Marie MacDonald. Nigredo Hotel stars baritone Tyler Duncan and soprano Sarah Vardy. The hotel will be open for business at 8pm, on 20, 21 and 22 September only. Stage director Alan Corbishley, will welcome you to an extraordinary place. Tickets $17-$55  Jazz at Tangent Cafe – Daniel Hersog with Chris McCarthy(from NYC) By DonationSeptember 20, 2018 8:30 pm
Trumpeter Daniel Hersog reunites wth New England Conservatory classmate pianist Chris McCarthy for a night of swinging standards.  The Heatley – Lone Bear By DonationSeptember 20, 2018 9:00 pm
Jazz-rock trio, Lone Bear unleashes its love of heavy grooves, pretty songs and no-rules music on instrumental versions of Black Sabbath, Neil Young, The Beatles, Ozzy Osborne, Phil Collins, Iron Maiden and more. Featuring some of Vancity’s heaviest hitters, Lone Bear mashes classic hits and original compositions through a tweaked out modern jazz and free improv blender – always beastly, always fun and always a growling musical adventure. With Jeff Younger – guitar, Bernie Arai – drums, Johnny Was – bass  Sun Yat Sen Gardens – Music Under the MoonSeptember 21, 2018 5:30 pm
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden invites you to serenade under the moonlight with local musicians and artists at the 2018 Mid-Autumn Moon Festival! In Chinese culture, music is seen as an expression of the perfect harmony between the Earth, human beings, and the heavens above. Under the celestial and transcendent power of the moon, many ancient Chinese scholars composed music and poetry that united families and friends. At the 2018 Mid-Autumn Moon Festival, you will get to experience the connection between music and the moon, whose eternal nature inspired Chinese artistic tradition. Various events including the Chinese Music Ensemble, VSO Azalea Chinese Ensemble, finalists for the Music Under the Moon Contest, tea tasting, mooncakes, magic and more. General Admission $8  Hood29 (formerly Cottage Bistro) – Fiddle Jazz:A Celebration of the Violin inJazzSeptember 21, 2018 6:00 pm
Jazz? On the violin??? The violin was hugely important to the development of jazz and African American music at the beginning of the 20th century. The earliest New Orleans bands were often led by violinists, and the violin was there for every major development in the genre. Come hear the music and discover the sounds of the violin in the beginnings of jazz and discover the importance of it’s players. Featuring Kit Eakle on violin, Michael Dunn on guitar, Joe Bourchier on bass plus special guests. Tickets $15 advance & $20 at the door  Red Lion – Ron Johnston/Cameron Hood & friends By DonationSeptember 21, 2018 7:00 pm
Piano refurbished and with an updated sound system, Ron (piano) & Cameron (bass) are back every Friday playing an eclectic assortment of jazz tunes. A rotating list of friends drop by and sit in…. often, but not always, vocalists.  Western Front – Darius Jones Quartet featuring Emilie Lesbros Le Bebe De Brigitte (Lost in Translation)September 21, 2018 8:00 pm
Bright Moments at Western Front New York alto saxophonist and composer Darius Jones presents the most recent of the projects in his Man’ish Boy epic, an ambitious multi-recording program reflecting his unique aesthetic and cosmology. Le bébé de Brigitte (Lost in Translation) adds the distinctive talents of French singer and composer, Emilie Lesbros, to sing a rich and varied suite of songs by her and Jones (composed together and separately) that are animated by his massive-toned alto playing. By turns introspective, swinging, and searing, the suite—with lyrics in both English and French—is steeped in the histories of jazz and chanson, but reflects a highly personal shared musical language that Jones’s superb ensemble fleshes out evocatively through improvisation: John Escreet (piano, Rhodes), Sean Conly (bass), and Ches Smith (drums). Tickets from $27  Merge – Tom Wherrett Group plus Cowtrance featuring Paul Plimley Pay-what-you-canSeptember 21, 2018 9:00 pm
An evening of music with two local bands presenting original/creative works. Tom Wherrett Group (original music): Tom Wherrett, Jillian Lebeck Noriega, James Meger, Omar Amlani, Nikola Tosic Cow Trance ft. Paul Plimley (improvised music): Paul Plimley, John Paton, James Meger, Jesus Adrian Caballero Suggested cover $10 or PWYC  Tyrant Studios – Friday Jazz: Greg Valou & friendsSeptember 21, 2018 9:30 pm
Greg Valou is a multi-instrumentalist/composer. His projects have spanned the spectrum of genres including world music, arabic fusion and progressive rock/funk. Performing principally on guitar, bass and percussion, his latest project features notable improvisers from the jazz and world music scenes. $10 cover  Pat’s Pub – Lorraine Foster Quartet Free eventSeptember 22, 2018 3:00 pm
Help vocalist Lorraine Foster celebrate her birthday. Songs from The Great American Songbook and paying tribute to favourite composers and vocalists. Featuring Chris Sigerson, piano; Ron Thompson, guitar; Tim Stacey, bass; Mike Higgins, drums.  Renfrew Park – 16th Annual Renfrew Ravine Moon Festival Free eventSeptember 22, 2018 4:00 pm
The annual Renfrew Ravine Moon Festival is back for the 16th year. A free event packed full of live music, and art, the Renfrew Ravine Moon Festival has something for everyone. Each year, the festival attracts upwards of 5,000 participants with displays of colour, light, and music to pay homage to one of the last vestiges of urban forest in the city. Co-produced by Still Moon Arts Society and the Renfrew Park Community Association, the festival celebrates the harvest abundance and the full moon. As a festival that spans the afternoon and evening, it goes from a harvest celebration during the day to a lantern festival at night. As dusk gathers, a procession will begin to form along the banks of the ravine, featuring lighted lanterns beautifully hand crafted by local artists, community members and students. Harvest Fair: 4:00 – 7:00 pm (Slocan Park) Twilight Lantern Walk: 7:00 – 7:30 pm (a sunset parade from Slocan Park to Renfrew Park) Lantern Festival: 7:30 – 8:45 pm (Renfrew Park)  Aquarius Sessions – The ColorificsSeptember 22, 2018 7:30 pm
Join Swing Latin Cabaret Pop act, The Colorifics, for an intimate evening at Aquarius Sessions Tickets for this very special show are limited, so act fast! The Colorifics are Vancouver’s foremost all original Swing Latin Cabaret Pop act. Drawing from the entire history of recorded music the Colorifics combine uptempo swing, sultry bossa nova, afro-cuban rhythms, cabaret noir (ala Kurt Weill), and a healthy nod to the pop music of 50s, 60s and 70s. Set in a downtown condo in the heart of Vancouver, shows at Aquarius Sessions are about as far from the prototypical big-city gigs as you can get. Run by a seasoned musician, Aquarius Sessions turns a shared space into a respite full of grace for artists on the road and audiences who want to pair the intimacy of a house concert with the convenience of a downtown show. Tickets $15  Roundhouse Community Centre – A World of Rhythm:Trichy Sankaran & FriendsSeptember 22, 2018 8:00 pm
World-renowned percussion virtuoso Trichy Sankaran joins forces with world-jazz ensemble The Offering of Curtis Andrews and special guests Vidyasagar Vankayala (South Indian vocal) and Kaushik Sivaramakrishnan (South Indian violin). The repertoire will be mix of original compositions and arrangements of pieces from the South Indian classical repertoire. Expect profound and soulful rhythms. ARTIST LINE-UP: Dr. Trichy Sankaran: mridangam, kanjira Curtis Andrews: percussion Jared Burrows: electric guitar Robin Layne: vibraphone, percussion David Spidel: electric bass Kaushik Sivaramakrishnan: Carnatic violin Vidyasagar Vankayala: Carnatic vocal Tickets $20/25  The Penthouse – Exhibition Fundraiser for 2 Paycheques Away By DonationSeptember 23, 2018 3:00 pm
2 Paycheques Away.. is a non-profit providing free haircuts to those from the DTES who are re-entering the workforce. This initiative began last August and in November, Alysha Osborne became the resident barber at Working Gear. Mihailo Subotic of Snap Edit Show Photography has been documenting the before and after of these men and women. This exhibition will showcase these photos and bios, as well as launch a coffee table book. All proceeds will be donated to Working Gear and a Womens’ Shelter in the DTES.  St. Andrews Wesley Jazz Vespers – 45th Avenue Jazz Band By DonationSeptember 23, 2018 4:00 pm
The 45th Ave Jazz Band is proud to be performing at Jazz Vespers on September 23rd, 2018. Come hear a selection of music from past and present. A classic mixed bag program including charts from the Basie library, all the way to newly composed, 2018 works by director Jaelem Bhate. Alto: Ryan Hashimoto, Anna Wright Tenor: Adam Kyle, Jerry Sun Bari: Alexander Fetherstonhaugh Trumpets: Jay Robinson, Kurt Hermann, Ilhan Saferali, Ashley Ashrafian Trombones: Kevin Jackson, Chuck Yi, Nafeesa Dewji, Louis Lam Guitar: Ricardo Halabi Piano: Andrew McDonald Bass: Emilio Suarez Drums: Tyler Murray  Jazz at Tangent Cafe – Chad Makela Quartet By DonationSeptember 23, 2018 6:00 pm
Saxophonist Chad Makela’s fiery improvisation weaves through explosive odd time grooves and harmonic gauntlets. A corner stone of the Vancouver jazz scene Chad is joined by Bernie Arai- drums, Wunston Minckler – bass, David Blake – guitar  Britannia Community Centre – 3rd Annual Fall Equinox Coffee House Free eventSeptember 23, 2018 7:00 pm
Celebrate the beginning of the Fall season with this cozy neighbourhood event! An evening of local live music, poetry, refreshments and more! Featuring: Typewriter Tales: A Community Storywriting Project with Paula Luther ● Kathleen Nisbet (fiddle/singer/composer) ● Dalannah Gail Bowen (vocalist) & Simon Kendall (piano) ● Carolyn Neapole (vocals/piano/guitar) & Jocelyn Cameron (bass/vocals)  Sylvia Hotel – Blue Velvet Duo Free eventSeptember 23, 2018 7:00 pm
*The Blue Velvet Duo’s last Sylvia show til Dec 30th! The Blue Velvet Duo returns to the iconic hotel playing vintage swing, jazz and blues. Master guitarist Ron Thompson and vibrant vocalist LJ Mounteney weave a lush musical tapestry to help bring you into the weekend in style.  Rogue Folk Club – BrishenSeptember 23, 2018 8:00 pm
Brishen, Romany for ‘bringer of the storm’, is what Quinn Bachand and his band serve up with their original western and euro-gypsy swing homage. They introduce a space where virtuosity meets vibe, leaving you with a sense of jubilance and nostalgia. Brishen recreates the magic of Django Reinhardt, Stephane Grappelli and the Hot Club de France for an unforgettable musical experience. Be prepared to be wowed with sizzling hot, world-class Gypsy Jazz music performed with incredible virtuosity and soul. Quinn Bachand on lead guitar, violin, banjo and vocals, Reuben Wier on rhythm guitar and vocals, Alan Mackie on upright bass and vocals, Peyton Pleninger on saxophone and Matt Pease on drums. Tickets $20/24 at Highlife & Tapestry or online  Guilt & Co – Mike Agranovich Quartet Pay-what-you-canSeptember 23, 2018 9:30 pm
Michael Agranovich brings a fresh perspective to the contemporary jazz music idiom. Expect distinctive original music, and vibrant interpretations of familiar tunes. Featuring: Michael Agranovich – Guitar Brent Mah – Saxophone Jeff Gammon – Bass Adam Cormier – Drums  Fox Cabaret – Buffy Sainte-Marie: Authorized Biography Book Launch Free eventSeptember 24, 2018 6:30 pm
Join Andrea Warner and special guests JB the First Lady, Old Soul Rebel, and Angela Sterritt for an amazing evening to celebrate the launch of ‘Buffy Sainte-Marie: The Authorized Biography.’ This FREE event will feature live musical performances and readings, classic Buffy songs, a book signing, and more. 6:30-7:15pm: listening party for ‘It’s My Way!’, Buffy Sainte-Marie’s groundbreaking 1964 debut album 7:15pm: Traditional welcome 7:30pm: Host JB the First Lady begins the event 7:40: Old Soul Rebel performs 8pm: Andrea Warner reads 8:10pm: Q&A between CBC’s Angela Sterritt and Andrea Warner 8: 30pm: Andrea Warner reads again 8:40pm: JB the First Lady performs 9pm: Book signing & hanging out *Please note that Buffy Sainte-Marie will not be in attendance.* |
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