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SUMMARY:Open Jazz Jams
DESCRIPTION:Tyrant Studios hosts ten exhilarating nights of artist performances followed by the Festival’s signature latenight\, open jazz jams. The historic venue\, located above Vancouver’s legendary Penthouse Nightclub\, has been a frequent haunt for the greats of performing arts history\, including Frank Sinatra\, Sammy Davis Jr\, Duke Ellington\, Billie Holiday and Oscar Peterson. Come early for 9:30pm sets\, then stay into the night as the headliners become hosts\, sharing the stage with visiting artists and local players alike starting at 11:00pm (jam signup at 10:45pm). All Tyrant Studio shows are $18 in advance\, $20 at the door. The jam is $10 for the public and PWYC for jazz jammers. \nJune 20 – Jimi James Fraser Sextet\nJune 21 – Ard ‘n Saul\nJune 22 – Biboye Onanuga New Standards Quartet\nJune 23 – Chris Fraser Quartet\nJune 24 – MUSICMUSICMUSIC\nJune 25 – Let’s Make the Water Turn Black – Frank Zappa Tribute\nJune 26 – David Blake Trio\nJune 27 – Mili Hong and Friends\nJune 28 – Tom Wherrett Group\nJune 29 – Daniel Deorksen Band
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/open-jazz-jams/
LOCATION:Tyrant Studios\, 1019 Seymour St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6B 3M3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Tom Lee Workshops 2025
DESCRIPTION:728 Granville St\, Vancouver\, BC V6Z 1E4 \nEach year\, Coastal Jazz is proud to offer free 1pm workshops and lectures at Tom Lee Music Hall\, in the heart of downtown. From June 23-27\, learn in an intimate setting from some of the most engaging and thoughtful musicians working today\, including Montréal experimental pop songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Thanya Iyer\, Swedish pianist Fabien Kallerdahl\, Dublin-based Japanese pianist Izumi Kimura\, explorative Australian guitarist Theo Carbo\, and local bass wizard Colin Sankey. \nTom Lee Music Hall Workshops\n1 – 2PM\nFree admission \nJune 23\nColin Sankey\nBassist\, instructor \nJune 24\nThanya Iyer\nMulti-instrumentalist\, singer\, songwriter \nJune 25\nFabian Kallerdahl\nPianist\, composer \nJune 26\nIzumi Kimura\nPianist\, improviser\, and educator \nJune 27\nTheo Carbo\nGuitarist\, composer\, electronic musician\, producer\, and sound engineer \nDon’t miss your chance to see these artists perform on one of our Festival stages! See Calendar for dates and locations. \nAll events are free and open to all. \nPresented by:
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/tom-lee-workshops-2025/
LOCATION:Tom Lee Music Hall\, 728 Granville Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6Z 1E4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Parlour Panther
DESCRIPTION:Parlour Panther is a nonbinary-led indie rock band from ‘Vancouver’ known for exceptional harmonies\, luscious guitar tones\, groovy riffs\, and spacey synths. Their third album\, BLOOM\, “boasts a vibrant mix of blues-inflected vocals\, playful synths and an energetic low-end that’ll have you moving your hips and shoulders in the midst of your soul-searching” (Exclaim!) \nFrankie Brave guitar/vocals\, Lee Brave bass/synths/vocals\, Jen Foster drums\, Sophie Foster guitar/synth.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/parlour-panther-4/
LOCATION:Dunsmuir Patio at Bentall Centre\, 1025 Dunsmuir Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V7X 1L3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Scott Hills
DESCRIPTION:Scotty Hills is a singer-songwriter from Saskatoon whose sound blends country blues with soulful sophistication. Influenced by Marvin Gaye\, Taj Mahal\, and Gerry Rafferty\, his music weaves introspective lyrics with earthy melodies and rich arrangements. \nStarting as a drummer with alt-blues band The Perpetrators\, he co-wrote their Juno-nominated album The Gas and the Clutch. After releasing his debut solo album Wonderland Urgency\, he relocated to the West Coast and produced Year of Septembers\, leading to a publishing deal with Ole Indie and writing sessions at Westlake Studios for Rihanna. \nRaised by musician parents and shaped by weekends on the farm\, Scotty’s music reflects his roots—drawing from R&B\, country\, and classic rock. This duality shines on Nature Girl (2017)\, where traditional country meets lush R&B ballads.\nFollowing a year in Nashville\, Scotty is back on the West Coast finishing his fourth album The Great Regression and preparing for a UK tour. He currently lives in Vancouver and is pursuing a Master’s in Music Education at UBC.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/scott-hills/
LOCATION:Prophecy\, 801 W Georgia St. (Entrance on Howe St.)\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6C 2E5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:The Lesley Branton Trio
DESCRIPTION:Based in Vancouver\, this trio features Lesley Branton vocals\, Jason De Couto piano and Alvin Brendan guitar. Influenced by an array of artists and genres\, this trio is passionate about sharing their love of music. Having recently met via Vancouver’s vibrant music scene\, these musicians have melded their talents\, and together have produced a unique and uplifting sound. \nLesley is a versatile vocalist\, who grew up listening to artists including Carole King\, James Taylor\, Bonnie Raitt and Joni Mitchell. Also inspired by the Peggy Lee records her parents would play\, and the timeless voice of Ella Fitzgerald\, Les set out to follow her dream of becoming a professional singer. Alvin is one of Vancouver’s most sought-after guitarists\, celebrated for his dynamic performances and versatility both live and in the studio. Notable artists Brendan has collaborated with include Katie Tupper (Juno Award Nominated)\, Tiny Habits\, Ayla Tesler-Mabé\, and Mikey Jose\, among many others. Jason de Couto is one of the most in-demand keyboardists in town\, performing with such acts as Meridian\, Rain City 6\, Side One\, and the Steely Dan tribute band Steelin’ In the Years. The Lesley Branton Trio plays a variety of jazz\, pop\, and blues tunes which are as diverse as their audiences.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/the-lesley-branton-trio/
LOCATION:Coquette Brasserie\, 2685 Arbutus Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6J3Y4\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Pressley Murillo Trio
DESCRIPTION:Pressley Murillo is a Vancouver-based Mexican-American vocalist and band leader in her fourth year of the Capilano University Jazz Studies program. With deep love and respect for the tradition of Black American Classical music\, she draws inspiration from Iconic Jazz artists such as Sarah Vaughan\, and Betty Carter and Latinx artists like Celia Cruz and Chavela Vargas\, which influenced her growing up in Southern California. You can find her in various Jazz venues around Vancouver like; Frankie’s Jazz Club\, The Fairmont Hotel\, Water St. Cafe\, and Is That French?\, playing tunes from the great American songbook and Latinx songs from her childhood. \nSet times: \n1st – 6:15pm – 7:45pm \n2nd – 8:30pm – 9:45pm
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/pressley-murillo-trio/
LOCATION:2nd Floor Gastown (at the Water St. Café)\, 300 Water St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6B1B6\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Early Show: The Black Space Jam feat. ebonEmpress
DESCRIPTION:ebonEmpress is an emcee and keyboardist spreading a message of unity through poignant lyrics and head-bobbing\, infectious hip hop\, jazz\, and R&B. In every facet of her life\, she’s committed to sharing her lived experience as a woman of African descent\, raising awareness about the injustices faced by racialized communities\, and showcasing the positive impact that people of African descent have on Canadian and global cultures.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/black-space-jam/
LOCATION:Guilt & Co.\, 1 Alexander Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6A 1B2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Bill Frisell Trio with Thomas Morgan & Rudy Royston
DESCRIPTION:Bill Frisell’s career as a guitarist and composer has spanned more than 40 years and many celebrated recordings\, whose catalogue has been cited by Downbeat as “the best recorded output of the decade.” His first appearance at the Vancouver International Jazz Festival was in 1986\, and we’re thrilled to host his return for our 40th anniversary. \nIn the trio format he’s favoured throughout his career\, Frisell has always projected an orchestral scope — through his remarkably complete sense of harmony\, a unique gift for melodies that remain with you long after a performance\, and a keen feel for how dynamic range can be used to convey emotion. But on his new double album\, his fourth release for Blue Note Records\, he makes those symphonic evocations a reality. Produced by Lee Townsend\, Orchestras documents two inspired concert-hall engagements arranged by Michael Gibbs for Frisell’s long-standing trio with bassist Thomas Morgan and drummer Rudy Royston: one featuring the nearly 60-piece Brussels Philharmonic\, conducted by Alexander Hanson; and one with the 11-piece Umbria Jazz Orchestra\, under the musical direction of Manuele Morbidini. \nAs he’s often done over the past four decades\, Frisell uses a straightforward concept and a familiar songbook to bring about stirring revelations. To start\, these 16 tracks showcase a level of comfort and interactivity that far transcends the vast majority of “with strings” projects on the jazz record shelf. Gibbs’ sweeping\, singular orchestration\, with its shades of Gil Evans and landmark film scores\, moves nimbly within and around the trio’s telepathic rapport\, and Frisell’s shimmering trademark tone melds gorgeously with strings and brass.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/bill-frisell-trio/
LOCATION:Vancouver Playhouse\, 600 Hamilton Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6B 2P1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Feven Kidane Plays Charles Tolliver
DESCRIPTION:Trumpeter Feven Kidane is delighted to perform the music of Charles Tolliver’s archival release on the Cellar Live music label\, Live at the Captain’s Cabin\, recorded 1973 live in Edmonton\, Alberta. She is proud to present this music alongside her quartet. \nWith Quincy Mayes piano\, Milo Johnson bass\, and Todd Stewart drums.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/feven-kidane-plays-charles-tolliver/
LOCATION:Frankie’s Jazz Club\, 755 Beatty Sreet\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 2M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:The Rocket Revellers
DESCRIPTION:The Rocket Revellers give you an energetic mix of western swing\, jump blues\, and rockabilly. Members of the band have toured with Ray Condo and Petunia & The Vipers. \nFeaturing: Dennis Brock vocals\, Stephen Nikleva guitar\, Mike Van Eyes piano\, Joseph Lubinsky-Mast bass\, and Paul Townsend drums.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/the-rocket-revellers-3/
LOCATION:Guilt & Co.\, 1 Alexander Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6A 1B2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:MUSICMUSICMUSIC
DESCRIPTION:Buy advance tickets here \n“No rules\, just fun” – All About Jazz \nWith a passion for experimentation and an ever-present joy for playing\, MUSICMUSICMUSIC takes on classic jazz compositions as well as originals by the group’s “Jazz in Sweden” prize winning pianist\, Fabian Kallerdahl. One of Sweden’s most adventurous contemporary jazz groups\, MMM is acclaimed for their refreshing humour\, resistance to convention\, and performances that reach audiences far beyond the traditional borders of jazz. \nThe members of the trio have been the same since they formed in 2003\, with Fabien alongside bassist Josef Kallerdahl and Michael Edlund drums\, and that’s how they’ll perform at Tyrant Studios. \nOpen Jazz Jam to follow\, hosted by MUSICMUSICMUSIC.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/musicmusicmusic-2/
LOCATION:Tyrant Studios\, 1019 Seymour St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6B 3M3\, Canada
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