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SUMMARY:Ensemble Constellation and Guests
DESCRIPTION:The music of Montreal-based Ensemble Constellation blends traditions from Africa\, Iran and Baroque music. For this show\, two of the group’s members\, Deo Munyakazi\, a Rwandan musician renowned for his mastery of the inanga\, a traditional zither from Africa\, and Reza Abaee\, originally from Iran\, who plays the fiddle ghaychak\, will be featured. Joining them are West African guitar virtuoso and singer Alpha Yaya Diallo and Ensemble Absinthe. Comprising violinist Edgar Bridwell\, violist Martina Smazal and Anne Duranceau on contrabass\, Ensemble Absinthe’s unusual addition of the contrabass rather than a string trio’s typical cello adds unexpected contrast to the rich\, fluid sounds of the violin and viola. \nPresented in association with North Shore Jazz and Festival d’ete.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/ensemble-constellation-and-guests/
LOCATION:Civic Plaza (North Vancouver)\, 126 14th St W\, North Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V7M 2M9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Ndidi O
DESCRIPTION:Ndidi O’s remarkable seventh studio album\, It’s About Time\, merges riveting alt-country\, jazzy blues\, and Irish traditional elements – it was recorded in Cork\, Ireland\, and features members of Irish folk star Mick Flannery’s band. For this show\, Ndidi’s group comprises guitarist Mike Kenney\, bassist Brad Ferguson and a special surprise drummer. JUNO-nominated Ndidi Onukwulu\, also known as Ndidi O\, has collaborated with Grammy-winning artists Allison Russell\, Gregory Porter\, and Rhiannon Giddens. In addition to her solo career\, the singer-guitarist continues working on new music with The Blue and Gold\, her collaboration with Trish Klein (Be Good Tanyas). Ndidi now divides her time between Vancouver and Ireland. \nPresented in association with North Shore Jazz.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/ndidi-o-2/
LOCATION:West Vancouver Memorial Library\, 1950 Marine Dr\, West Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V7V 1J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260410T230000
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SUMMARY:LATE SHOW: Ava Mendoza + Emad Armoush
DESCRIPTION:Ava Mendoza (solo) \nMendoza is a guitarist\, songwriter and composer. Best known for her solo guitar/voice performances\, and as the leader of the experimental rock band Unnatural Ways\, she has received critical acclaim for her guitar work’s compelling combination of technique and visceral impact. Performing/recording credits include work with William Parker\, the Bill Orcutt Quartet\, Marc Ribot\, Hamid Drake\, Carla Bozulich\, Fred Frith\, Malcolm Mooney\, Mike Watt\, Nels Cline\, John Zorn\, Negativland\, the Violent Femmes\, and more. \n“The guitar has a turbulent\, crashing energy\, erupting in violence\, then settling back into a back slouching blues riff… thick and visceral enough to feel like a bodily presence\, but it’s animated by an eerie\, untethered spirit\, corpus and shadow joined at the foot. It’s classic blues touched with the chaos of rock and the exploratory courage of free-jazz.” – Aquarium Drunkard \n\nEmad Armoush (solo) \nArmoush‘s music has been described as “haunting but authoritative\, melancholic but inviting”. Syrian/Canadian multi-instrumentalist musician and singer Emad Armoush has been very active in the arabic\, flamenco\, world and the creative improv music scene of Vancouver since 2000. Inspired to bring his roots from arabic and flamenco traditions into his current musical life and influences\, Emad has released four albums since 2021. “Fragrance”\, and “Distilled Extractions” with the members of his group Rayhan\, some of Canada’s most innovative improvising musicians\, “Electritradition”\, an album of 5 duets\, and “Lunar” with his most recent project\, The Avant-garde Flamenco Trio. An album of all original music and lyrics reflecting on the human cost of war and conflict in the Middle East. His debut solo album “Reminiscing Onwards” recorded and produced by Jesse Zubot at Drip Audio\, features all original compositions layering voice and an array of acoustic instruments\, percussions\, and colored with electronics\, is ready to be released soon. \n 
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/ava-mendoza-emad-armoush-late-show/
LOCATION:The Hargrove\, Back Alley Entrance\, 150 E 3rd Avenue\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5T 3C1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Year Round
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260410T213000
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SUMMARY:EARLY SHOW: Ava Mendoza + Emad Armoush
DESCRIPTION:Ava Mendoza (solo) \nMendoza is a guitarist\, songwriter and composer. Best known for her solo guitar/voice performances\, and as the leader of the experimental rock band Unnatural Ways\, she has received critical acclaim for her guitar work’s compelling combination of technique and visceral impact. Performing/recording credits include work with William Parker\, the Bill Orcutt Quartet\, Marc Ribot\, Hamid Drake\, Carla Bozulich\, Fred Frith\, Malcolm Mooney\, Mike Watt\, Nels Cline\, John Zorn\, Negativland\, the Violent Femmes\, and more. \n“The guitar has a turbulent\, crashing energy\, erupting in violence\, then settling back into a back slouching blues riff… thick and visceral enough to feel like a bodily presence\, but it’s animated by an eerie\, untethered spirit\, corpus and shadow joined at the foot. It’s classic blues touched with the chaos of rock and the exploratory courage of free-jazz.” – Aquarium Drunkard \n\nEmad Armoush (solo) \nArmoush‘s music has been described as “haunting but authoritative\, melancholic but inviting”. Syrian/Canadian multi-instrumentalist musician and singer Emad Armoush has been very active in the arabic\, flamenco\, world and the creative improv music scene of Vancouver since 2000. Inspired to bring his roots from arabic and flamenco traditions into his current musical life and influences\, Emad has released four albums since 2021. “Fragrance”\, and “Distilled Extractions” with the members of his group Rayhan\, some of Canada’s most innovative improvising musicians\, “Electritradition”\, an album of 5 duets\, and “Lunar” with his most recent project\, The Avant-garde Flamenco Trio. An album of all original music and lyrics reflecting on the human cost of war and conflict in the Middle East. His debut solo album “Reminiscing Onwards” recorded and produced by Jesse Zubot at Drip Audio\, features all original compositions layering voice and an array of acoustic instruments\, percussions\, and colored with electronics\, is ready to be released soon. \n 
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/ava-mendoza-emad-armoush/
LOCATION:The Hargrove\, Back Alley Entrance\, 150 E 3rd Avenue\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5T 3C1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Year Round
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SUMMARY:Robyn Jacob & Leah Abramson Talk about Songwriting and the Creative Process
DESCRIPTION:As we grow The Hargrove into a space where our community gathers\, we are proud to present a series of workshops over the coming months. These workshops\, moderated by Co-Artistic Director Cole Schmidt\, are aimed at creating conversation with musicians that have been an integral part of the Coastal Jazz community throughout the years. If you’d like to hear more of the music inspiring these talks\, check out the LOST DOG SUNDAY concerts\, a monthly series hosted by Barking Sphinx and Kevin Romain. \nJanuary 19th – Tony Wilson Talks About the Blues\nFebruary 23rd – Feven Kidane & Nebyu Yohannes Talk About Ethiopian Music\nMarch 16th – Robyn Jacob & Leah Abramson Talk about Songwriting & the Creative Process \nCatch Only a Visitor and The Abramson Singers on March 20th\, hosted by Barking Sphinx and Kevin Romain.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/robyn-jacob-leah-abramson-workshop/
LOCATION:The Hargrove\, Back Alley Entrance\, 150 E 3rd Avenue\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5T 3C1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Year Round
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260223T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260223T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T101558
CREATED:20260109T003937Z
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SUMMARY:Feven Kidane & Nebyu Yohannes Talk About Ethiopian Music
DESCRIPTION:As we grow The Hargrove into a space where our community gathers\, we are proud to present a series of workshops over the coming months. These workshops\, moderated by Co-Artistic Director Cole Schmidt\, are aimed at creating conversation with musicians that have been an integral part of the Coastal Jazz community throughout the years. If you’d like to hear more of the music inspiring these talks\, check out the LOST DOG SUNDAY concerts\, a monthly series hosted by Barking Sphinx and Kevin Romain. \nJanuary 19th – Tony Wilson Talks About the Blues\nFebruary 23rd – Feven Kidane & Nebyu Yohannes Talk About Ethiopian Music\nMarch 16th – Robyn Jacob & Leah Abramson Talk about Songwriting & the Creative Process \nCatch Feven Kidane and Nebyu Johannes in ረብሻ (Rebsha) on February 22nd\, hosted by Barking Sphinx and Kevin Romain.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/feven-kidane-nebyu-yohannes-workshop/
LOCATION:The Hargrove\, Back Alley Entrance\, 150 E 3rd Avenue\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5T 3C1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Year Round
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260220T214500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260220T230000
DTSTAMP:20260604T101558
CREATED:20260205T203556Z
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SUMMARY:Chris Corsano & John Brennan (Album Release) with Kim Alpert (visuals): Late Show
DESCRIPTION:Chris Corsano & John Brennan are a percussion duo focused on improvisation\, resonance\, and rhythm through collaboration. Since 2016\, they have developed a creative relationship that began when Brennan invited Corsano to contribute to The Temporal Drum Set (2016–2018)\, a sound installation and performance project examining the sonic memory and agency of the drum set. Their work bridges extended techniques\, instrument modification\, experimentation and free improvisation. \nThey have performed as a duo and in a trio with Elisa Ferrari\, with recent appearances including the Fake Jazz concert series in Vancouver (2024). In January 2024\, Corsano and Brennan recorded their debut duo album Buzzing With Rumours\, to be released on Mint Records in February 2026. \nChris Corsano is a New York–based drummer known for his innovations across free jazz\, avant-rock\, and experimental music. Described by The Guardian as “one of the world’s great drummers\,” he has performed with Björk\, Joe McPhee\, Paul Flaherty\, Okkyung Lee\, Bill Orcutt\, and many others. He has appeared on more than 180 recordings and received the Foundation for Contemporary Arts Grant to Artists award in 2017. \nJohn Brennan is a drummer\, sound artist\, and improviser based in Vancouver\, on the unceded territories of the Musqueam\, Squamish\, and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations. His work spans installation\, sonic sculpture\, and performance\, with a focus on the acoustic memory of instruments and the extended potential of the drum set. He is a founding member of Earth Ball\, whose recent LP Outside Over There (Upset! The Rhythm) was ranked # 2 best records of 2025 by The Quietus. Their record Actual Earth Music Vol. 1 & 2 (Upset! The Rhythm) follows collaborations with Steve Beresford and Chris Corsano live at Cafe Oto. Brennan has also collaborated with Raven Chacon\, Victoria Shen\, John Dieterich\, Greg Saunier\, and many others. \nThey will be joined by a special guest Kim Alpert on visuals. \nIf you would like to get tickets to the Early Show click here.  \n\nKnown for performing live improvisational video systems\, music\, and poetry\, Kim Alpert works with a range of material from archival films\, home videos\, and analog synthesis. Alpert’s multimedia work spans printed material\, projections\, performances\, recordings\, installations and ephemera. Alpert’s practice focuses on collaborations with musicians and dancers/movers that embrace spontaneity. Kim’s aim is to create meaningful experiences both in the process of creation as well as for each viewer and audience.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/chris-corsano-john-brennan-album-release-with-special-guest-late-show/
LOCATION:The Hargrove\, Back Alley Entrance\, 150 E 3rd Avenue\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5T 3C1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Year Round
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260220T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260220T230000
DTSTAMP:20260604T101558
CREATED:20251217T193058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T204023Z
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SUMMARY:Chris Corsano & John Brennan (Album Release) with Kim Alpert (visuals): Early Show
DESCRIPTION:Chris Corsano & John Brennan are a percussion duo focused on improvisation\, resonance\, and rhythm through collaboration. Since 2016\, they have developed a creative relationship that began when Brennan invited Corsano to contribute to The Temporal Drum Set (2016–2018)\, a sound installation and performance project examining the sonic memory and agency of the drum set. Their work bridges extended techniques\, instrument modification\, experimentation and free improvisation. \nThey have performed as a duo and in a trio with Elisa Ferrari\, with recent appearances including the Fake Jazz concert series in Vancouver (2024). In January 2024\, Corsano and Brennan recorded their debut duo album Buzzing With Rumours\, to be released on Mint Records in February 2026. \nChris Corsano is a New York–based drummer known for his innovations across free jazz\, avant-rock\, and experimental music. Described by The Guardian as “one of the world’s great drummers\,” he has performed with Björk\, Joe McPhee\, Paul Flaherty\, Okkyung Lee\, Bill Orcutt\, and many others. He has appeared on more than 180 recordings and received the Foundation for Contemporary Arts Grant to Artists award in 2017. \nJohn Brennan is a drummer\, sound artist\, and improviser based in Vancouver\, on the unceded territories of the Musqueam\, Squamish\, and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations. His work spans installation\, sonic sculpture\, and performance\, with a focus on the acoustic memory of instruments and the extended potential of the drum set. He is a founding member of Earth Ball\, whose recent LP Outside Over There (Upset! The Rhythm) was ranked # 2 best records of 2025 by The Quietus. Their record Actual Earth Music Vol. 1 & 2 (Upset! The Rhythm) follows collaborations with Steve Beresford and Chris Corsano live at Cafe Oto. Brennan has also collaborated with Raven Chacon\, Victoria Shen\, John Dieterich\, Greg Saunier\, and many others. \nThey will be joined by a special guest Kim Alpert on visuals. \nIf you would like to get tickets to the Late Show click here.  \n\nKnown for performing live improvisational video systems\, music\, and poetry\, Kim Alpert works with a range of material from archival films\, home videos\, and analog synthesis. Alpert’s multimedia work spans printed material\, projections\, performances\, recordings\, installations and ephemera. Alpert’s practice focuses on collaborations with musicians and dancers/movers that embrace spontaneity. Kim’s aim is to create meaningful experiences both in the process of creation as well as for each viewer and audience.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/chris-corsano-john-brennan-album-release-with-special-guest/
LOCATION:The Hargrove\, Back Alley Entrance\, 150 E 3rd Avenue\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5T 3C1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Year Round
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260124T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260124T230000
DTSTAMP:20260604T101558
CREATED:20251217T193041Z
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SUMMARY:Lori Goldston + Malcolm Jack
DESCRIPTION:Lori Goldston (Experimental Short Films with Live Score) \n“Goldston is a hugely important character in contemporary music history.” – The Quietus \n“Cello music sounded from fathoms deep.” – NPR \nLori Goldston plays written and spontaneous work on cello\, and works as a composer\, teacher\, bandleader\, and prolific\, widely varied collaborator. Her voice as a cellist is singular\, deeply textured and original\, investigating thresholds\, instability\, and connections between far-flung modes of thought. \nShe lives in Seattle and performs in venues large and small throughout North America\, Europe and Australia as a soloist and collaborator with composers\, filmmakers\, writers\, theatre directors\, choreographers\, visual artists\, orchestras and bands including Earth\, Nirvana\, the BBC Scottish Symphony\, Black Belt Eagle Scout\, Helms Alee\, Mirah\, David Byrne\, Terry Riley\, Jessika Kenney\, Lonnie Holley\, Trimpin\, Stuart Dempster\, Shelley Hirsch\, Ilan Volkov\, Josephine Foster\, Michael Hurley\, Ghedalia Tezartes\, Senga Nengudi\, Ellen Fullman\, Lynn Shelton\, and many\, many others. \n\nMalcolm Jack \nTouching on the concepts of modern myth\, offline living\, ecology and alienation\, Vancouver-born “folk” singer Malcolm Jack has created a one of a kind world that is as inclusive as it is unique\, allowing peers to peer into their own lives and environments with stunning magnification. Currently accompanied by James Meger on upright bass and Cole Schmidt on electric guitar\, the trio find otherworldly plateaus for these most earthly creations.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/lori-goldston-malcolm-jack/
LOCATION:The Hargrove\, Back Alley Entrance\, 150 E 3rd Avenue\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5T 3C1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Year Round
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260123T214500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260123T230000
DTSTAMP:20260604T101558
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SUMMARY:David Binney Action Trio with Louis Cole & Pera Krstajic (Late Show)
DESCRIPTION:“A strikingly original composer\, leader\, conceptualist.” – Downbeat \n“One of the most original and important jazz artists today.” – Jazz Chicago \nAcclaimed as a considerable and highly individual compositional talent\, saxophonist David Binney is one of the most prolific jazz musicians on the scene today. Winning praise from critics and colleagues alike\, David was recently singled out by Jazz Times as one of a handful of “players who have created an alternative jazz-scene… all of whom are playing adventurous\, original music.” His latest project: Action features the outstanding and widely popular drummer and bandleader Louis Cole\, and bassist Pera Krstajic. \nIf you are looking for the early show of Action Trio (8pm)\, please click here to purchase tickets.  \nPlease note that the Action Trio shows will be standing room only shows. There will be extremely limited seats available only for those with mobility needs. If you would like more details or to guarantee a seat\, please contact Coastal Jazz in advance. (info@coastaljazz.ca)
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/david-binney-action-trio-with-pera-krstajic-louis-cole-late/
LOCATION:The Hargrove\, Back Alley Entrance\, 150 E 3rd Avenue\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5T 3C1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Year Round
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260123T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260123T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T101558
CREATED:20251217T193056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T180045Z
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SUMMARY:David Binney Action Trio with Louis Cole & Pera Krstajic (Early Show)
DESCRIPTION:“A strikingly original composer\, leader\, conceptualist.” – Downbeat \n“One of the most original and important jazz artists today.” – Jazz Chicago \nAcclaimed as a considerable and highly individual compositional talent\, saxophonist David Binney is one of the most prolific jazz musicians on the scene today. Winning praise from critics and colleagues alike\, David was recently singled out by Jazz Times as one of a handful of “players who have created an alternative jazz-scene… all of whom are playing adventurous\, original music.” His latest project: Action features the outstanding and widely popular drummer and bandleader Louis Cole\, and bassist Pera Krstajic. \nIf you are looking to purchase tickets to the late show of Action Trio (9:45pm)\, please click here.  \nPlease note that the Action Trio shows will be standing room only shows. There will be extremely limited seats available only for those with mobility needs. If you would like more details or to guarantee a seat\, please contact Coastal Jazz in advance. (info@coastaljazz.ca)
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/david-binney-action-trio-with-pera-krstajic-louis-cole-early/
LOCATION:The Hargrove\, Back Alley Entrance\, 150 E 3rd Avenue\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5T 3C1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Year Round
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260119T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260119T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T101558
CREATED:20260109T003140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T020706Z
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SUMMARY:Tony Wilson Talks About the Blues Workshop
DESCRIPTION:As we grow The Hargrove into a space where our community gathers\, we are proud to present a series of workshops over the coming months. These workshops\, moderated by Co-Artistic Director Cole Schmidt\, are aimed at creating conversation with musicians that have been an integral part of the Coastal Jazz community throughout the years. If you’d like to hear more of the music inspiring these talks\, check out the LOST DOG SUNDAY concerts\, a monthly series hosted by Barking Sphinx and Kevin Romain. \nJanuary 19th – Tony Wilson Talks About the Blues\nFebruary 23rd – Feven Kidane & Nebyu Yohannes Talk About Ethiopian Music\nMarch 16th – Robyn Jacob & Leah Abramson Talk about Songwriting & the Creative Process \nCatch Tony Wilson’s Hellhound on My Trail for LOST DOG SUNDAYS on January 18th\, hosted by Barking Sphinx and Kevin Romain.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/tony-wilson-workshop/
LOCATION:The Hargrove\, Back Alley Entrance\, 150 E 3rd Avenue\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5T 3C1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Year Round
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251010T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251010T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T101558
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SUMMARY:Ches Smith's Clone Row
DESCRIPTION:Ches Smith’s June 2025 release on Otherly Love Records\, Clone Row\, debuts an adventurous new quartet featuring guitarists Mary Halvorson and Liberty Ellman\, and bassist Nick Dunston. Smith finds endless possibilities in this seemingly limited instrumentation\, weaving together varied threads from his divergent earlier projects in ways that sound not quite like any of them. \nThe four renowned composer-improvisers tangle with Ches Smith’s newest compositions. Two highly individualistic guitarists swirl\, echo and double-take\, squaring off with a bass and drums team that anchors and unhinges through doubling sounds — drum machines and acoustic drums\, low-end analog synth and acoustic bass\, digital samples and repeated fragments performed in real time. In a dance of coherence and chaos\, the four musicians plunge headlong into the feedback loop of composition and improvisation armed with chemistry created by their mutual appreciation and enduring friendships. \n“This definitely ain’t your father’s guitar band\,” writes no less an expert on six-string subversion than Marc Ribot\, who penned the album’s liner notes. “It’s as if I’m hearing a Jim Hall concert in which one of us did a lot of mushrooms\, or… some post-punk post-Dave Brubeck post-trip-hop experiment with classical form.” \nFeaturing Ches Smith drums/vibes/electronics\, Mary Halvorson guitar\, Liberty Ellman guitar\, Nick Dunston bass/electronics.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/ches-smiths-clone-row/
LOCATION:Revue Stage\, 1601 Johnston Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6H3R7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Year Round
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250701T201500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250701T220500
DTSTAMP:20260604T101558
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SUMMARY:Cowboy Bebop Bebop Band
DESCRIPTION:The Cowboy Bebop Bebop Band features some of Vancouver’s finest young jazz players interpreting music from the 90s cult classic Japanese anime Cowboy Bebop\, a futuristic\, neo-noir space western about a ragtag group of bounty hunters. \nTaking on well-known and obscure numbers from Yoko Kanno’s jazzy\, funky\, and incredibly catchy original soundtrack\, The Cowboy Bebop Bebop Band are led by drummer Steven Zhu\, with RJ Abella trumpet\, Gordy Li soprano and tenor sax\, Ma’afu Keteca baritone sax\, Martin Jasinski guitar\, Justin Juan keyboard and bongos\, Piyotr Kao bass\, and Michelle Escudero\, Deni Olivares\, and Daniel Deorksen vocals.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/cowboy-bebop-bebop-band/
LOCATION:Ocean Artworks\, 1531 Johnston Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V3E 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250701T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250701T190000
DTSTAMP:20260604T101558
CREATED:20250414T174936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T174758Z
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SUMMARY:The ReViberators
DESCRIPTION:The ReViberators are an instrumental surf rock trio from Vancouver featuring guitarist Noah Walker and drummer Jodie Ponto (aka Kitty & The Rooster)\, plus bassist Joseph Lubinsky-Mast. Since the death of surf legends Dick Dale and The Ventures\, The ReViberators have stepped up to keep this wild\, raucous music alive by taking a deep dive into surf music’s first wave\, playing early-1960s surf guitar hits alongside their own originals with an intensity and authenticity rarely heard today.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/the-reviberators/
LOCATION:Ocean Artworks\, 1531 Johnston Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V3E 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250701T144500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250701T163000
DTSTAMP:20260604T101558
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250629T204659Z
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SUMMARY:Feven Kidane Plays Dido & The Handpeople
DESCRIPTION:Formed in late-1970s Vancouver by percussionist Mandido Morris\, Dido & The Handpeople were a trailblazing group dedicated to the cultural expression of Afro jazz fusion. For this performance\, bassist Feven Kidane and her band—including original Dido & The Handpeople saxophonist/flutist Graham Ord—recreate the band’s energetic 1980 album Spirit Dance in its entirety. With infectious grooves\, intricate rhythms\, and inspired improvisation\, this performance offers a rare opportunity to celebrate the iconic sounds of one of Vancouver’s most vibrant and important ensembles. \nWith Biboye Onanuga drums\, Yoro Noukoussi percussion\, Jonny Tobin synths\, and Ben Millman keys.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/feven-kidane-plays-dido-the-handpeople/
LOCATION:Ocean Artworks\, 1531 Johnston Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V3E 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250701T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250701T135000
DTSTAMP:20260604T101558
CREATED:20250414T174831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T180725Z
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SUMMARY:Evan Arntzen Quartet with special guest Lloyd Arntzen
DESCRIPTION:Vancouver-born saxophonist\, clarinetist\, and vocalist Evan Arntzen blends modern jazz influences with deep roots in the genre’s history. Now NYC-based\, he’s performed with greats like Catherine Russell and Vince Giordano’s Nighthawks\, developing a swinging style that Grammy-winning jazz historian Ricky Riccardi calls “the very definition of timeless.” \nJoining Evan is his grandfather\, Lloyd Arntzen\, a legendary clarinetist\, saxophonist\, and vocalist who’s been a pillar of Vancouver’s traditional jazz scene since the 1940s. With Arnt Arntzen guitar/banjo\, Don Ogilvie guitar\, and Jennifer Hodge bass\, they’ll share their joyful take on classic New Orleans jazz\, plus stories of how the music made its way to Vancouver.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/evan-arntzen-quartet-with-special-guest-lloyd-arntzen/
LOCATION:Ocean Artworks\, 1531 Johnston Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V3E 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250630T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250630T220000
DTSTAMP:20260604T101558
CREATED:20250505T210144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T175538Z
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SUMMARY:Kahil El'Zabar & Isaiah Collier
DESCRIPTION:Chicago Jazz legend Kahil El’Zabar has been performing all over the world for over 50 years with luminaries such as Stevie Wonder\, Paul Simon\, Dizzy Gillespie\, Anthony Braxton and many more. He is a true icon of spritual and free Jazz. On June 30\, this percussionist/vocalist/composer will be performing two rare concerts with one of the most dynamic up and coming saxophonists in Jazz–Isaiah Collier. In a relatively short period of time\, Collier has performed with people like William Parker\, Chance the Rapper\, and William Hooker\, and released several critically acclaimed album with his band\, the Chosen Few. \nFor one night only\, they will be performing two concerts together at the Zameen Art House\, an intimate performance space on Granville Island\, as part of an Infidels Jazz Showcase taking place during the Vancouver International Jazz Festival. \nPresented by Infidels Jazz. \nNote: This is an Infidels Jazz production\, and Jazz Festival artist\, staff\, or volunteer passes are not applicable.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/kahil-el-zabar-and-isaiah-collier-2/
LOCATION:Zameen Art House\, 1515 Anderson St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6H 3R5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250630T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250630T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T101558
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SUMMARY:Kahil El'Zabar & Isaiah Collier
DESCRIPTION:Chicago Jazz legend Kahil El’Zabar has been performing all over the world for over 50 years with luminaries such as Stevie Wonder\, Paul Simon\, Dizzy Gillespie\, Anthony Braxton and many more. He is a true icon of spritual and free Jazz. On June 30\, this percussionist/vocalist/composer will be performing two rare concerts with one of the most dynamic up and coming saxophonists in Jazz–Isaiah Collier. In a relatively short period of time\, Collier has performed with people like William Parker\, Chance the Rapper\, and William Hooker\, and released several critically acclaimed album with his band\, the Chosen Few. \nFor one night only\, they will be performing two concerts together at the Zameen Art House\, an intimate performance space on Granville Island\, as part of an Infidels Jazz Showcase taking place during the Vancouver International Jazz Festival. \nPresented by Infidels Jazz. \nNote: This is an Infidels Jazz production\, and Jazz Festival artist\, staff\, or volunteer passes are not applicable.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/kahil-el-zabar-and-isaiah-collier/
LOCATION:Zameen Art House\, 1515 Anderson St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6H 3R5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250630T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250630T210000
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SUMMARY:Mad Jazz Live
DESCRIPTION:Dane Warren has had the privilege of travelling the world\, bringing his love of big band music to thousands\, through concerts\, tours\, and as a performer and entertainer aboard Holland America and Princess Cruise Lines. He has had the pleasure of performing with some of Canada’s most talent jazz musicians\, such as Juno Award winning legend Rick Kilburn. He has also performed with the likes of Tom Arntzen\, Dan Brubeck\, Roy Styffe\, Diane Lines\, Joe Poole\, Derry Bird\, Dean Thiessen and many more… With style and an air of cool\, Dane definitely exudes the presence\, talent and excitement that harkens back to an earlier era. Dane had great success with a world premiere concert series tour of “Christmas with Sinatra” in 2018 in Victoria\, Nanaimo\, and Campbell River on Vancouver Island\, and in 2019 in 6 different citites throughout the lower mainland bringing his love of vintage music\, the big band era\, and the iconic style of Frank Sinatra to a Christmas setting which received high praise from concert goers and critics alike. Recently he wrote\, co-produced\, co-directed with his lovely partner Mandy Rushton (the ‘M’ in MAD JAZZ LIVE)\, and starred in a “Bio-Musical” of the life of Frank Sinatra entitled “Ol’Blue Eyes” which was arrranged and scored by Dean Thiessen and a six piece little big band. Dane will be accompanied by his long-time friend and collaborator Aaron Pang (The ‘A’ in MAD JAZZ LIVE). \nAaron Pang is a classically trained jazz pianist from Vancouver\, BC. After graduating from the University of Victoria with a Bachelor of Music\, Aaron has delved deep into the Vancouver music scene\, playing in countless bands spanning multiple genres from blues\, funk\, soul\, indie\, country\, pop\, and hip hop. After performing numerous shows for almost a decade\, he has returned his focus to his dearest musical love\, jazz. Since their inception in 2020\, he has been the arranger and pianist for MAD Jazz LIVE\, performing all over BC and through online streaming platforms. Aaron hopes to continue entertaining communities\, family\, and friends\, and inspire the livelihood of those around him with his music. \nMAD JAZZ LIVE will be doing a special live concert at Coquette for this year’s Coastal Jazz Festival\, doing a LIVE ALBUM RECREATION of the iconic Francis Albert Sinatra And Antonio Carlos Jobim Album recorded in 1967 on Sinatra’s personal record label Reprise. This concert will truly be a ONE OF A KIND experience you will not want to miss out on wether you are a a die hard Jazz or Bossa Nova fan\, or just a music\, and fine French food lover in general!
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/mad-jazz-live/
LOCATION:Coquette Brasserie\, 2685 Arbutus Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6J3Y4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250629T223000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250629T233000
DTSTAMP:20260604T101558
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SUMMARY:5 Nights in Paradise: Kozue DJ set
DESCRIPTION:Summer weekends are for dancing under the stars! Paradise Cultural Society — the team behind the summer-ending\, spectacular event Paradise Island — joins forces with Coastal Jazz to present 5 Nights in Paradise. During opening and closing weekend\, Ocean Artworks turns into an outdoor dance party after dark\, featuring an exciting lineup of the Pacific Riviera’s finest talent. \nDon’t miss all five nights in Paradise:\nJune 20 • Dandelion Records DJ set\nJune 21 • Dane DJ set\nJune 27 • CHXMERAS + DJ Saba\nJune 28 • Paradise Boyz DJ set\nJune 29 • Kozue DJ set
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/5-nights-in-paradise-5/
LOCATION:Ocean Artworks\, 1531 Johnston Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V3E 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250629T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250629T230000
DTSTAMP:20260604T101558
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SUMMARY:Open Thread
DESCRIPTION:Open Thread—the innovative Melbourne-based ensemble of cellist Peggy Lee\, saxophonist Julien Wilson\, guitarist Theo Carbo\, and drummer/percussionist Dylan van der Schyff—weaves anthemic melodies\, diverse rhythmic structures\, and ear-awakening improvised soundscapes into an idiosyncratic collective identity. \nThe group was sparked by Peggy Lee’s move from Vancouver to Melbourne in 2023 and her desire to connect with local musicians (in addition to longtime collaborator van der Schyff). This led to a gathering of attuned talents\, and a leap into the rich\, joyful possibilities of a collective sound that’s as challenging as it is rewarding. \nWith compositions from each member alongside open-eared\, emotionally far-ranging improvisations\, the group calls equally on deep vocabularies of extended techniques and their shared\, playfully experimental love of melody and song forms. “The quartet dabbles in discordant soundscapes. But overall\, Open Thread conjures a delicate sound world\, asking that listeners put aside distractions and give themselves over to these carefully wrought melodies\, thronged with strange beauty and otherness.” – Rhythms Magazine
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/open-thread/
LOCATION:Revue Stage\, 1601 Johnston Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6H3R7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250629T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250629T230000
DTSTAMP:20260604T101558
CREATED:20250429T150001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T171228Z
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SUMMARY:Daniel Deorksen Band
DESCRIPTION:Buy advance tickets here \nDaniel Deorksen is an actor\, producer\, multi-instrumentalist\, and award-winning composer/sound designer born in small town Quebec and based in Vancouver\, BC. His original music\, drawing inspiration from his jazz training\, funk-rock sensibilities\, and professional theatre career\, comes to life via an eight-piece band featuring Thomas Houlden trumpet/vocals\, Choenden Kyirong trombone\, Connor Lum saxophone\, Kurt Schindelka piano/vocals\, Ingrid Valou flute/vocals\, Michael Wadham drums\, and Cole Woodland bass. \nOpen Jazz Jam to follow\, hosted by Daniel Deorksen Band.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/daniel-deorksen-band/
LOCATION:Tyrant Studios\, 1019 Seymour St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6B 3M3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250629T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250629T233000
DTSTAMP:20260604T101558
CREATED:20250429T211604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T230753Z
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SUMMARY:Latin Music Sundays feat. Brejera
DESCRIPTION:In the spring of 2004 we see the beginning of Brejera when Mario Silva (Sao Paulo\, Brazil) and Trevor Murray (Nova Scotia\, Canada) started to experiment with samba and choro music together. From this point on the band was serving up styles of traditional samba\, baião\, frevo and choro. Venturing into a mix of Mario Silva on 7 string guitar/vocals\, Trevor Murray on cavaquinho/vocals\, Bruno Matos on pandeiro/vocals\, Steve Bagnell on sax and Aiko Sato on trombone. Brejera will deliver authentic and spontaneous fine Brazilian music to the audience.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/brejera/
LOCATION:Guilt & Co.\, 1 Alexander Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6A 1B2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250629T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250629T223000
DTSTAMP:20260604T101558
CREATED:20250422T170511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T191304Z
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SUMMARY:Confiture
DESCRIPTION:Confiture celebrates 30 years of house music\, blending iconic classics with original tracks to create electrifying\, groove-infused live experiences. Led by vocalist Tim Fuller— whose notable collaborators include Miguel Migs\, Groove Armada\, and Sean Dimitrie—the Vancouver-based seven-piece distills decades of deep grooves and soulful energy into some seriously potent dance-floor magic. \nWith Sam Cartwright drums\, Raphael Geronimo percussion\, Darren Parris bass\, Mary Ancheta keyboards\, Max Zipursky keyboards\, Karina Morin vocals.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/confiture/
LOCATION:Ocean Artworks\, 1531 Johnston Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V3E 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250629T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250629T230000
DTSTAMP:20260604T101558
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SUMMARY:Vancouver Jazz Orchestra Plays Dave Robbins Happy Faces
DESCRIPTION:Under the direction of saxophonist/clarinetist James Danderfer\, the Vancouver Jazz Orchestra (VJO) features an array of the city’s finest jazz artists. The VJO is dedicated to the presentation of classic big band music as well as a focus on Vancouver composers\, past and present. Recent performances have featured international artists such as Jeremy Pelt and Seamus Blake and 2025 promises to be the VJO’s biggest year yet\, starting off with this unique presentation. \nThis evening will highlight a seminal figure in the legacy of large ensemble jazz in Vancouver\, in Canada\, and beyond: Dave Robbins. As a trombonist\, bandleader\, arranger\, composer\, and teacher\, Robbins made invaluable contributions to the fine art of big band and jazz orchestra performance. Shockingly\, no recordings of large ensembles led by Robbins have been available for years; instead\, studio and live recordings were passed privately between enthusiasts. That was the case until now\, with the release of the album Happy Faces on Reel to Real Recordings. Join the VJO as they celebrate! \nWith Michael Kim\, Brad Turner\, Thomas Marriott\, Brian Harding\, Ellen Marple\, Dawn Haylett\, James Danderfer\, Mike Braverman\, Mia Gazley\, Sharon Minemoto\, André Lachance\, & Dave Robbins.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/feven-kidane-plays-charles-tolliver-2/
LOCATION:Frankie’s Jazz Club\, 755 Beatty Sreet\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 2M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250629T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250629T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T101558
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SUMMARY:Christine Jensen Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Canadian saxophonist and composer Christine Jensen has lent a distinct voice to the creative jazz scene of the past twenty-five years. Her jazz orchestra recordings Treelines and Habitat were JUNO Award-winners for Jazz Album of the Year (group) in 2011 and 2014\, respectively\, while her third jazz orchestra album Harbour (Justin-Time Records) is nominated in this year’s signature celebration of Canadian talent. \nQuite a regular at the JUNOs\, her dynamic and expressive Quartet album Day Moon won for Jazz Album of the Year (solo) in 2024. Inspired by seeing a full moon as the sun was rising during the global pandemic\, it’s an apt image for a suite of music that taps into deep reservoirs of emotion while keeping “enough uplift and whimsy in the playing to remedy any unsought melancholy. The welcome catharsis in Jensen’s vision expands both ways” (Downbeat). \nJensen is constantly in motion as an improviser\, composer and bandleader. A Downbeat Critic’s Poll Rising Star winner in multiple categories (Big Band\, Arranger\, and Soprano Saxophonist)\, she’s performed with Jeremy Pelt\, Phil Dwyer\, Donny McCaslin\, Swedish pianist Maggi Olin\, and scores of other creative jazz greats\, including her sister Ingrid Jensen and their Infinitude ensemble featuring Ben Monder. \nHer Quartet features inventive first-call Montréal players in drummer Jim Doxas and bassist Adrian Vedady\, as well as NYC-based pianist Gary Versace\, whose remarkable resumé includes work with John Scofield\, John Abercrombie\, and Maria Schneider. \n“Always a compelling writer\, capable of strong lyricism combined with harmonic invention and plenty of narrative twists and turns\, Jensen’s music not only impresses on a first encounter\, but reveals more with each and every listen.” – All About Jazz \nThis is an accessible venue. If assistance is required please contact: boxoffice@coastaljazz.ca \nPlease Note: Seating is limited with a mix of seating and standing room. Arrive early for seating. Box Office & Lobby open at 6:30 PM; House opens at 7:00 PM; the show starts at 7:30 PM \nWe are grateful for the support of the Alan and Gwendoline Pyatt Foundation.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/christine-jensen-quartet/
LOCATION:Performance Works\, 1218 Cartwright Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6H 3R8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250629T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250629T210000
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SUMMARY:Tina Leon
DESCRIPTION:This magnetic singer-songwriter from Montréal draws inspiration from both Motown-era music and neo-soul vibes. At 20\, Leon landed a role in the music revue Generation Motown\, which led her to work with Stevie Wonder\, who is featured on her track “Keep on Running\,” and to singing with Lionel Ritchie. Leon’s debut album Push & Pull is a journey through jazz\, funk\, and pop rhythms. The single “Love Is Stronger Than Pride\,” a tribute to Sade\, shows a singer with a brilliant sense of melody and effortless phrasing. Leon will perform with her quartet. \nPresented in association with North Shore Jazz.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/tina-leon/
LOCATION:The Shipyards\, 125 Victory Ship Way\, North Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V7L0B3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Early Show: Silent St. J
DESCRIPTION:Singer/songwriter Silent St. j\, (formerly known as Lajla {Ly-la} Jean) perfectly marries alternative folk and soul. She graciously creates an emotional resonance with her music\, and has the ability to enchant her listeners. With honest and captivating lyrics and soothing vocals\, Silent St. j sparks a sense of wonder in the hearts of any audience\, taking them on a journey through the liminal spaces of her mind.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/silent-st-j/
LOCATION:Guilt & Co.\, 1 Alexander Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6A 1B2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Angela Kelman & Her ‘Brothers from Another Mother’
DESCRIPTION:Juno award-winning artist\, Angela Kelman\, is joined by her musical ‘brothers from another mother’ to form a powerhouse trio that showcases rich vocals\, groovy rhythms and undeniable chemistry. They specialize in retro R&B\, a little yacht-rock and classic pop done with a South American flair reimagining hits from the ’40s – ’80s in the styles of bossa nova and samba.Their paired down renditions of songs showcase vocal harmonies and expert musicianship\, leaving a lasting impression on audiences. This group puts heart and soul into every performance\, and their love for the music they perform is infectious. Get ready to sing\, dance\, and groove along to some of your favourite songs. \nFeaturing: Angela Kelman vocals\, Kristian Alexandrov keys\, and Shane Hendrickson on bass. \nSet times: \n1st – 6:15pm – 7:45pm \n2nd – 8:30pm – 9:45pm \nPresented by www.wave983.fm.
URL:https://www.coastaljazz.ca/event/angela-kelman-and-her-brothers-from-another-mother/
LOCATION:2nd Floor Gastown (at the Water St. Café)\, 300 Water St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6B1B6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
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