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untilFew artists exemplify the timelessness of the blues like North Mississippi’s Grammy-winning guitarist/drummer/singer-songwriter Cedric Burnside. Burnside’s two Grammy-nominated albums —the 2015 Descendants of Hill Country and 2018’s Benton County Relic — were both capstone statements for a lifetime of musical labour channeling the blues spirit on drums, guitar, and vocals in the North Mississippi Hill Country tradition. Burnside was born in the blues as much as he was in funk, rock, soul, and hip-hop. He studied over a decade playing with his grandfather RL Burnside, the blues luminary who collaborated with contemporaries from David “Junior” Kimbrough to Jessie Mae Hemphill and Otha Turner, and helped cultivate the feeling of Black North Mississippi life. By age 13, Cedric Burnside was on the road with his grandfather, playing drums, and developing the next generation of the Hill Country calling. His latest contribution to the blues is I Be Trying, the 13-track 2022 Grammy winner for “Best Traditional Blues Album” that Burnside delivers over blistering guitar and deep pocket drums. Produced by second-generation Memphis soul trailblazer Boo Mitchell (“Uptown Funk”), I Be Trying takes what Burnside learned from his grandfather and reinterprets it into a modern, bold Black American sound that expands the sonic landscape while respecting and honouring its roots. Experience Cedric Burnside’s electrifying Victoria debut and legacy of Hill Country Blues as he rocks Wicket Hall in a duo format this May! Tickets: $30 advance/VJS members | $35 at the door Tickets Available Online: Royal & McPherson Box Office (250-386-6121 | rmts.bc.ca) (plus service charges) Physical Tickets Available: Victoria Jazz Society Office (250-388-4423 | 977 Alston St.)
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untilA Montreal-based soul singer-songwriter with origins in Haiti, Juno award-winner and Polaris Music Prize finalist Dominique Fils-Aimé puts the history of African-American musical culture into the heart of her work. Her latest release, Our Roots Run Deep, came out September 2023 on Ensoul Records. A listen to her previous albums, Nameless (2018), Stay Tuned! (2019), and Three Little Words (2021) makes it clear that Fils-Aimé has both the powerful vocals and the imagination to meet her musical ambitions. Our Roots Run Deep is no exception, providing a vibrant, lush addition to her repertoire in which her voice transcends in a multitude of emotional and stylistic directions. This rising star has been on the same bill with artists such as Allison Russell, Melody Gardot, Diana Krall, Ibrahim Maalouf, and more. With a magnetic stage presence inspired by Nina Simone and Martin Luther King Jr., Fils-Aimé moves from vintage jazz to trip-hop to sultry soul jams, even touching on reggae and R&B with confident style. She last appeared in Victoria at TD Victoria International JazzFest 2019 in an unforgettable debut, and now returns to captivate audiences once more at Wicket Hall! Opening for this evening will be Victoria-based award-winning singer-songwriter Morien Jones, who performs a catchy blend of classic soul and folk, with elements of jazz and reggae. Tickets: $35 advance/VJS members | $40 at the door (taxes incl.) Available: Royal & McPherson Box Office (250-386-6121 | rmts.bc.ca) (plus service charges) Victoria Jazz Society Office (250-388-4423 | 977 Alston St.) No Service Charges at the VJS Office!
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untilShip Point – Saturday, August 26 and Sunday, August 27 Noon – 5pm FREE TO ATTEND https://jazzvictoria.ca/harbour-blues/ Come down to Victoria’s beautiful inner harbour and listen to local artists perform on the outdoor stage at Ship Point, in free-to-attend performances starting from noon until 5:00pm on Saturday, August 26 and Sunday, August 27 as a part of the Harbour Blues n’ Roots Festival 2023! Featured artists include: Claire Coupland, Big Hank & The Kingpins, Garret T. Willie, and Bill Johnson & Shades of Blue on Saturday, August 27. On Sunday, August 28, featured bands include: The Smokestacks, Melissa Endean, Beautiful Maladies, and Brett Smith-Daniels. Food vendors and beverage garden on site! For more information, visit: jazzvictoria.ca
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Harbour Blues 'n Roots Presents: Boy Golden
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$28 (service charges may apply) https://jazzvictoria.ca/boy-golden/ Winnipeg-born singer-songwriter Boy Golden’s purpose is to enjoy each day and make good music. Since releasing his debut album, Church of Better Daze in 2021, he’s played major summer festivals and toured with The Sheepdogs. With hopeful, fresh, and upbeat songs, such as “KD & Lunch Meat” (featured on the Zone 91-3 and charted to #1 on Alternative Radio), the blues- and country-tinged harmonies of Boy Golden are most heavily inspired by the blues-inflected style of J.J. Cale — even down to his use of a drum machine as the rhythm section. However, Boy Golden’s general love of old country, blues, and rock 'n roll permeates everything from the jam band-style instrumentation to his vocal delivery. Opening for Samantha Fish ft. Jesse Dayton on Friday, August 25. -
$28 (service charges may apply) https://jazzvictoria.ca/mazacote/ Juno-nominated Mazacote is a hard-hitting, six-piece world/Latin band with deep roots in the music of Nicaragua, Mozambique, and Colombia. Inspired by Afro-Caribbean percussion and tropical party sounds, they play brass-heavy Latin dance beats with a socially conscious message. Mazacote features powerful vocals combined with driving AfroCuban percussion and brassy mambos. They come out swinging hard, introducing their own take on some of salsa’s hardest grooves. Mazacote IS a Latin dance party!
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$39 (service charges may apply) SAVE BIG! Buy all 3 nights AT SHIP POINT at checkout for $99! (SERVICE CHARGES MAY APPLY) https://jazzvictoria.ca/allison-russell/ Formerly from Montreal, four-time Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Allison Russell is a tour de force whose debut album, Outside Child, received three Grammy nominations for “Best Americana Album,” “Best American Roots Performance”, and “Best American Roots Song.” Some of her awards include “Album of the Year” at the 2022 Americana Music Association Awards, the Polaris Music Prize longlist, a Grammy nomination alongside Aoife O’Donovan, and two Juno Awards, being the first Black artist to ever win a “Contemporary Roots Album of the Year” in Juno history. Russell will release new music later this year, which you can witness at her debut in Victoria at the Harbour Blues ‘n Roots Festival! Opening for this evening will be The Blue And Gold, a musical collaboration between Juno-nominated singer-songwriter Ndidi O and folk/roots guitarist/banjo player Trish Klein.
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$39 (service charges may apply) SAVE BIG! Buy all 3 nights AT SHIP POINT at checkout for $99! (SERVICE CHARGES MAY APPLY) https://jazzvictoria.ca/fantastic-negrito/ Hailing from Oakland, California, three-time Grammy award-winning blues/soul/rock singer-songwriter Fantastic Negrito’s music transcends from foot stomping blues to a funk stampede. He won the Grammy award for “Best Contemporary Blues Album” for three albums, for The Last Days of Oakland (2016), Please Don’t Be Dead (2019), and Have You Lost Your Mind Yet? (2020), and has now released his extraordinary 2022 album, White Jesus Black Problems. Despite a troubled childhood, a doomed major label deal that briefly put him off music, and a near-fatal car crash, Fantastic Negrito would go on to win the first ever NPR Tiny Desk Contest in 2015, tour with Sturgill Simpson, Chris Cornell, and most recently Bruce Springsteen, collaborate with Sting and E-40, launch his own Storefront Records label, and perform at Lollapalooza, Glastonbury, Newport Folk, Byron Bay Blues, and other major festivals. Don’t miss out on Fantastic Negrito and his band’s return to Victoria! Opening for this evening will be blues singer-songwriter Ndidi O, a two-time Juno-nominated and WCMA “Blues Artist of the Year.”
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Samantha Fish ft. Jesse Dayton plus Boy Golden
Victoria Jazz Society posted an event in Upcoming Events
Singer-songwriter/guitarist Samantha Fish, the world’s No. 7-ranked blues guitarist according to Guitar World, is a multi-award-winner from Missouri who unleashes a bold collision of blues, soul, punk, funk, and fantastically greasy rock ‘n roll. Her latest album, Death Wish Blues, ultimately opens the blues genre to entirely new audiences and is a collaboration with vocalist/guitarist Jesse Dayton, who has recorded with the likes of Johnny Cash and Waylon Jennings, toured as a guitarist for seminal punk band X, worked with Rob Zombie on the soundtracks for his iconic horror films, and released many albums. Catch their electrifying brand of blues/rock-and-roll from their new album and more as Samantha Fish, Jesse Dayton, and their band make their debut in Victoria at Harbour Blues ‘n Roots Festival! Opening for this evening will be Winnipeg-born rock/blues/country singer-songwriter Boy Golden. -
Celebrate the end of summer on a high-note with Harbour Blues ‘n Roots Festival (formerly Vancouver Island Blues Bash), happening Friday, August 25 – Sunday, August 27, 2023. This festival will bring the “blues in all shades for your soul” and include more genres such as roots, country, world, and folk music. Performances on the main outdoor stage at Ship Point include Samantha Fish ft. Jesse Dayton, Fantastic Negrito, and Allison Russell at Shop Point, you’ll be rockin’ and groovin’ on the dance floor in Victoria’s inner harbour and at Hermann’s Upstairs! Since its beginning, Harbour Blues had grown into a key aspect of the local and national blues scene and is enjoyed by over 20,000 people each year. The three-day festival over the last weekend in August has free programming during the day, and ticketed performances on the Friday, Saturday, and Sunday Nights. More information at jazzvictoria.ca!
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$35 (service charges may apply) “Whether it’s on this big stage or an intimate club, Tirolien’s powerful commanding voice has incredible range, a warm tone, and remarkable control...” – Noisey Vice Montreal-based Malika Tirolien is a remarkable vocalist, musician, songwriter and producer from Guadeloupe. She is garnering international attention with her creative collaborations, and her latest release Higher is the second in a tetralogy featuring earth, air, fire and water themes. It is a shining example of afro-futuristic styling, and showcases a new genre called "high soul,” mixing R&B, soul, hip hop and jazz. She has toured over 20 countries with her band, Bokanté, and two brilliant albums from the band have already earned them worldwide acclaim and a Grammy nomination. Tirolien’s electrifying performance on “I’m Not The One” (1.9M+ YouTube views) is a prime track on the Grammy-winning album by Snarky Puppy, inspiring countless covers worldwide. Tirolien’s love, passion, and respect for music can be felt in each song, as well as her sparkling authenticity. She returned to TD JazzFest 2023 with her band: Caulder Nash keyboards, Philippe L'Allier guitar, Jean-Michel Frédéric synthesizer/bass, and Harvey Bien-Aimée drums.
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MONDAY - WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26 - 28 ~ 9PM HOTEL GRAND PACIFIC COVER CHARGE https://jazzvictoria.ca/katie-tupper/ “Saskatoon, Canada has given us the pigeon berries, female hockey players who won the gold in the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, and the ethereal neo-jazz voice of Katie Tupper… Listening, you ride the warm rhythm, transported at times to 90s hip hop, at other moments it feels like listening to an Allyn Ferguson or Charles Fox theme song.” – Beats Per Minute Saskatoon-based 24-year-old neo-soul musician Katie Tupper is a boundary-pushing, genre-defying writer/producer that aims to connect listeners across genres and generations. With captivating lyrics and blending indie and neo-soul, Tupper’s music appeals to a wide range of audiences, as heard on her latest 2022 EP, “Towards The End”, and singles “Woman No”, and “Comfort.” She unveiled her debut single, “Live Inside,” in 2021, and her second single, “How Can I Get Your Love?” rose to #7 in the CBC Music Top 20 chart. After starting to make music professionally in early 2018, Katie Tupper has only just begun, and with her recent critically-acclaimed EP and songs, this upcoming star continues to rise. Ben Millman keyboards, Alvin Agatep guitar
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FRIDAY & SATURDAY, JUNE 23 & 24 HOTEL GRAND PACIFIC COVER CHARGE https://jazzvictoria.ca/morien-jones/ As one of Victoria’s up and coming singer songwriters, Morien Jones is in high demand, and his duo brings the quality of his compositions to life. Steeped in the sounds of classic soul and folk, this duo also incorporates elements of jazz, world music and reggae that often pull audiences out of their seats. With the formidable Bryn Badel trumpet
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“This supergroup should be a major player at Canadian jazz festivals this year.” – Will Chernoff, Rhythm Changes. The Ostara Project, spear-headed by award-winning musicians Jodi Proznick and Amanda Tosoff, is a jazz super-group that showcases the strength and creativity of Canadian women in jazz. Ostara artists are all top-tier musicians, composers and bandleaders who reflect the geographical, cultural, and creative diversity of Canada’s musical landscape. The self-titled debut album, released November 2022, was nominated for a Juno award in the category of “Vocal Jazz Album of the Year.” In a genre and industry where women have been severely underrepresented, the Ostara Project is a beautiful example of perseverance, community, and a deep love for the music. Like the Germanic goddess of the spring the group is named for, the music of Ostara is creativity rising out of darkness. Laila Biali vocals/keyboards, Rachel Therrien trumpet, Allison Au saxophone, Valèrie Lacombe drums, Shruti Ramani vocals Thanks to Canada Council for the Arts
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Twin Bill with STORRY https://jazzvictoria.ca/witch-prophet/ $35 (service charges may apply) Toronto-based East African singer-songwriter Witch Prophet creates a soundscape of vocal layers, loops, raps, and harmonies on a bed of hip-hop, jazz, and soul-inspired beats produced by her wife and business partner, SUN SUN. Think Erykah Badu meets Lauryn Hill meets Portishead. She finds depth and connection in creating a music as a portal for self-growth, as she navigates and better understands her cultural and queer identity. Three years after the release of her Polaris Prize shortlisted 2020 album DNA Activation, returns to the spotlight with a new soul/adult contemporary LP Gateway Experience due May 2023. Witch Prophet has shared the stage with and opened for acts like Lido Pimienta, Sudan Archives, Tash Sultana, Snotty Nose Rez Kids and more. She has since released a deluxe edition of DNA Activation featuring remix tracks with rappers Stas THEE Boss and LATASHÁ. The video for her song Tesfay directed by Leah Vlemmiks was nominated for the 2021 Prism Prize and was an official selection at the 2021 Rhode Island International Film Festival as well as the 2021 SXSW Music Video awards. Tesfay was also nominated in the UKMVA’s Best International RnB/Soul video category alongside Beyoncé, Cardi B, Normani, The Weeknd, and Bryson Tiller.
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https://jazzvictoria.ca/witch-prophet/ $35 (service charges may apply) Toronto-based East African singer-songwriter Witch Prophet creates a soundscape of vocal layers, loops, raps, and harmonies on a bed of hip-hop, jazz, and soul-inspired beats produced by her wife and business partner, SUN SUN. Think Erykah Badu meets Lauryn Hill meets Portishead. She finds depth and connection in creating a music as a portal for self-growth, as she navigates and better understands her cultural and queer identity. Three years after the release of her Polaris Prize shortlisted 2020 album DNA Activation, returns to the spotlight with a new soul/adult contemporary LP Gateway Experience due May 2023. Witch Prophet has shared the stage with and opened for acts like Lido Pimienta, Sudan Archives, Tash Sultana, Snotty Nose Rez Kids and more. She has since released a deluxe edition of DNA Activation featuring remix tracks with rappers Stas THEE Boss and LATASHÁ. The video for her song Tesfay directed by Leah Vlemmiks was nominated for the 2021 Prism Prize and was an official selection at the 2021 Rhode Island International Film Festival as well as the 2021 SXSW Music Video awards. Tesfay was also nominated in the UKMVA’s Best International RnB/Soul video category alongside Beyoncé, Cardi B, Normani, The Weeknd, and Bryson Tiller.
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https://jazzvictoria.ca/will-bonness-quintet/ $39 (service charges may apply) Winner of the 2022 Juno Award for “Jazz Album of the Year (solo)”, and “Jazz Artist of the Year” at the 2022 Western Canada Music Awards, Winnipeg-based Will Bonness has been active on the international jazz scene for two decades. He has performed at many of the major jazz festivals in North America, as well as in the world’s most prestigious venues, with such luminaries as Avishai Cohen, Quincy Davis, and Jimmy Greene, among others. His performance career has led him to spend substantial time in New York City, where he has played at the Blue Note, Smalls, and Dizzy’s. With three releases to his credit: Subtle Fire (2009), Halcyon (2016), and Change of Plans (2020), Bonness has also appeared as an accompanist on almost 30 albums, many of which have been nominated for or won Juno and Western Canada Music Awards. Change of Plans has received international critical acclaim, and nearly a million streams on Spotify. Catch Will Bonness and his quintet live at TD JazzFest 2023! Virginia MacDonald clarinet, Jocelyn Gould vocals/guitar, Jonathan Chapman bass, Curtis Nowosad drums Thanks to Canada Council for the Arts
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https://jazzvictoria.ca/sumrra/ $35 (service charges may apply) After twenty-three years together, six albums, and hundreds of concerts around half the world, the contemporary jazz trio from Galicia, Spain known as Sumrrá is undoubtedly one of the most convincing trios on the Spanish jazz scene. Since 2000, these three musicians have captivated critics and audiences alike, with an unclassifiable and melodic jazz that highlights the originality of its compositions and the freshness of its live performances. Pianist Manuel Gutierrez, bassist Xacobe Martínez Antelo, and drummer L.A.R. Legido, now present 7 Visions, a new record that brings a new perspective to understanding live music. Their familiarity with each other makes it possible for them to blend individual interpretation into a sympathetic harmony. In their concerts, they present a truly unique and characteristic sound, full of power and drama, accompanied by large doses of technique, lyricism, swing, and even humour.
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$39 (service charges may apply) SAVE BIG! Buy all 3 nights in the “Funk & Soul in the Township (Esquimalt)” series at checkout for $99! (service charges MAY APPLY) https://jazzvictoria.ca/nik-west/ “Nik West is definitely bringing back the funk groovement and I love everything about what she stands for!” – Bootsy Collins “Great stage presence… She inspires me in the same way Rosie and Sheila did…” – Prince Explosive stage presence isn't enough to describe the way Nik West moves, wows, and shocks crowds everywhere. With credits that include work with artists such as Dave Stewart of Eurythmics fame, Prince, John Mayer, Glee, and more, bassist/singer/songwriter Nik West is more than just another pretty face. Known for impressively recording a cover of "Back In Black" by AC/DC, Nik shocked many rock fanatics and instantly became a new favorite of legend Steven Tyler and Lenny Kravitz. This left-handed phenom has worked with Grammy-winning songwriter/producer Glen Ballard (Alanis Morissette, George Strait, and Michael Jackson), and since then has toured with Prince, and has accompanied, recorded with, and jammed with a few well-known artists such as John Mayer, Marcus Miller, Macy Gray, Esperanza Spalding, Orianthi, and more. West’s skill was noticed early on by legendary music company, Fender, and she was one of the first musicians to play Fender’s first 6-string bass. She is now the face of a new line of basses called the Dimension Bass and the Elite Bass that Fender came out with in 2017, which she helped develop. She is also the brainchild behind the Queen of Strings Competition, discovering, inspiring, and teaching young women self esteem and discipline on an instrument. Her last performance was at TD JazzFest 2017, and now she returns with her group: Hubie Wang guitar, Amber Sauer vocals, David Cullum drums, and Clifton Williams keyboards. Opening for this evening will be Ludic
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https://jazzvictoria.ca/mauvey/ $28 (service charges may apply) Mauvey “is unbound by genre, identifying with punk, electronic, and everything in between — and Before the Album 2: A Brief Overview is no exception with its mixed bag of music.” – Exclaim! Born in Ghana and based in Vancouver, alt-pop up-and-comer MAUVEY’s work has garnered critical acclaim from around the world. With influences of rock, punk, alternative, and electronic, Mauvey cites influences such as Michael Jackson, Future Islands, Prince, Coldplay, FKA, TWIGS, or Labrinth, but has a sound uniquely his own. He has recently owned sets at Other Voices, Reeperbahn, SXSW, The Great Escape, BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend, Boomtown, Isle of Wight Festival, School Night LA and TOR, and tour support slots alongside Dear Rouge, easy life, and Snotty Nose Rez Kids. MAUVEY was named on Why Now’s Ones To Watch List for 2023.The fast-rising star now prepares a new EP, Before The Album 2 (featuring a collaboration with electro-pop hitmaker Lights), and is due to release in late 2023. After opening for July Talk’s 2023 USA tour, he now brings a loaded summer festival schedule to North America and Europe, including a stop at TD JazzFest 2023!
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https://jazzvictoria.ca/malleus-trio/ $32 (service charges may apply) “Having been together for a number of years, you can easily hear the familiarity the members…and you can also pick up the stylistic influences of jazz, pop and more. It doesn’t so much swing as drive, and there is no question this is a trio who can light up a venue on stage.” – The Vancouver Sun Vancouver-based Malleus Trio is an exciting instrumental band that seamlessly weaves together high-octane improvisation with original compositions executed by a musical rapport forged over more than a decade. Sought-after players in their own right, the members of Malleus Trio remain active in various bands from distinctly different genres (Boom Booms, Pugs and Crows, and Coco Jafro). This palpable chemistry pulses through a music that is unconventional yet accessible. They released their acclaimed debut album in 2017, and their follow up record, Play Nice, is a collection of songs that showcase their exemplary skills and remarkable scope. The trio will celebrate the release of the album at many summer jazz festivals, including TD JazzFest 2023. With this new record in hand, Malleus Trio map new terrain for open-minded ears. Ben Brown drums, Dominic Conway saxophone, Geordie Hart bass Thanks to Canada Council for the Arts
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https://jazzvictoria.ca/mali-obomsawin-quartet/ $28 (service charges may apply) “A breath of fresh air… It not only works as potent commentary on Indigenous heritage, autonomy and experiences, but as grippimg, dynaamic, and thunderous music in and of itself. All that without an ounce of overshowing.” – JazzTimes Hailing from Abenaki First Nation at Odanak, award-winning bassist/vocalist/songwriter and rising star Mali Obomsawin (they/she) possesses an expansive background in American roots, rock, and jazz. Obomsawin’s debut album Sweet Tooth has received international acclaim since its release in 2022. This latest album blends Wabanaki stories passed down in Obomsawin’s own family, with tunes addressing contemporary Indigenous life, colonization, continuity, love, and rage. They are also a composer/arranger, having scored upcoming film "We Are The Warriors,” in collaboration with Red Sky Performance and the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, and Palaver Strings. Beyond the stage. Obomsawin is a community organizer and advocate for Indigenous rights, environmental justice and landback. In 2020, Obomsawin co-founded Bomazeen Land Trust, the first ever Wabanaki land trust, where they currently serve as executive director. Don’t miss Obomsawin and their quartet as they make their TD JazzFest debut! Evan Woodle drums, Mali Obomsawin bass/vocals, Magdalena Abrego guitar, Allison Burik reeds
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$32 (service charges may apply) https://jazzvictoria.ca/kate-wyatt-quartet/ “Artifact is a beautifully-executed debut… a shining example of what's possible if four talented folks listen and play so well… there will be few better across Canada this year.”– Will Chernoff, Rhythm Changes Originally from Victoria BC, pianist/composer Kate Wyatt is now considered one of the top tier jazz musicians in the city of Montreal. Wyatt released her 2022 debut album Artifact to excellent critical reviews. Joined by Lex French trumpet, Adrian Vedady bass, and Jim Doxas drums, she leads a quartet whose effortless chemistry fosters deep interaction and high intensity. Kate Wyatt has performed with many recognized and respected musicians, including Kenny Wheeler, Jay Clayton, Ira Coleman, Yannick Rieu, Christine Jensen, Ranee Lee, Don Thompson, Barry Elmes, Al McLean, and more. She has a passion for improvisation and innovation and strives for a high level of sensitivity in her performances. A passionate performer and composer, you won’t want to miss this Kate Wyatt and her exceptional quartet live! Thanks to Canada Council for the Arts
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https://jazzvictoria.ca/gentiane-mg-trio/ $32 (service charges may apply) "…her writing is phenomenally brilliant. She is a standout talent. Michaud-Gagnon’s music flows masterfully with poise and grace. She commands the piano with elegance, subtlety, and a refined quiet knowing." — All About Jazz Montreal-based award-winning pianist/ composer Gentiane MG perceives music, above all, as a powerful means of expression. Joined by bassist Levi Dover and drummer Louis-Vincent Hamel, the band has developed its own language, transcending genre and striving for creative freedom. The trio has released three albums: Eternal Cycle (2017), Wonderland (2019), and Walls Made of Glass (2022). She has received several awards for her work with her trio, including the “OPUS Award for Discovery of the Year” in 2020, the “CBC/Radio-Canada Jazz Award” in 2018 and the “François-Marcaurelle de la GMMQ Award” in 2017. MG’s compositions are rooted in the jazz tradition of songwriting and improvisation while influenced by impressionist and romantic classical music. In addition to her own projects, she has played with many musicians as an accompanist such as Christine Jensen, Andre White, Allison Au, Chet Doxas, Jim Doxas, and more.
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https://jazzvictoria.ca/emmet-cohen-trio-2/ $42 (service charges may apply) “Thirty years old and one of the finest piano players to emerge in decades…” – All About Jazz Multifaceted American composer and Mack Avenue artist Emmet Cohen is one of his generation's most pivotal figures in music. An internationally acclaimed jazz pianist and dedicated music educator, Cohen is the winner of the 2019 American Pianists Award, the Cole Porter Fellow of the American Pianists Association, and was a finalist in the 2011 Thelonious Monk International Piano Competition. During the lockdown, he created "Live From Emmet's Place," a weekly livestream that received millions of internet views worldwide. He has collaborated with Ron Carter, Benny Golson, Jimmy Cobb, George Coleman, Jimmy Heath, Tootie Heath, Houston Person, Christian McBride, Kurt Elling, Billy Hart, Herlin Riley, and Lea DeLaria. The Emmet Cohen Trio last played in Victoria in 2022, in a performance that left audiences stunned and wanting more. Now, they return to Victoria, touring Cohen’s latest 2022 album, Uptown in Orbit.
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https://jazzvictoria.ca/caity-gyorgy/ $39 (service charges may apply) "While having a beautiful voice is plenty to recommend any singer, also knowing how to use it in the myriad ways that Caity Gyorgy does puts her high up the list of young singers to watch.” - WholeNote Two-time Juno award-winning Canadian vocalist Caity Gyorgy (pronounced George), is known for singing bebop and swing music, and has performed prolifically across North America. This rising star has worked with incredible musicians including Christine Jensen, Pat LaBarbera, Jocelyn Gould, Ira Coleman, Allison Au, and Postmodern Jukebox. In addition, Gyorgy’s compositions have been sung by other vocalists around the world, and she was recently named the Grand Prize Winner of the 2021 John Lennon Songwriting Contest in the jazz category. Her 2021 release, Now Pronouncing, is an EP of original music which won the Juno for “Vocal Jazz Album of the Year” at the 2022 JUNO Awards. She won the 2023 Juno Award for “Vocal Jazz Album of the Year” for her debut full length 2022 LP, Featuring. Her next album, You’re Alike, You Two, a collection of Jerome Kern songs, will be released in July 2023. Anthony D'Alessandro piano, Thomas Hainbuch bass, Jacob Wutzke drums, Owen Chow trumpet