Jesse Zubot / Inedia at VIFF Centre
One of those unique musicians who spans multiple genres and transcends contextualization. Known mainly as a violinist, Zubot is also a multi-instrumentalist and tends to incorporate electronic manipulation and studio gadgetry within his work. For this performance Zubot will perform solo using a violin, viola and miscellaneous electronics. Zubot’s performance will stem from a place of improvisation and will incorporate multiple sounds and techniques that relate to his work as a film composer for award-winning films such as Bones of Crows, Indian Horse, Resident Orca, Nechako: It Will Be a Big River Again, Arthur Erickson: Beauty Between the Lines, Monkey Beach, and many others.
Chen Baker plays J-Jazz at Hot Deli
Vancouver’s hottest fusion group plays Japanese jazz classics! Chen Baker has been selling out shows all summer, performing J-Pop & City Pop, Canto-Pop & Mando-Pop, and all points in between. For their last show of the summer, this exciting group led by Jeffery Chen takes over Hot Deli (AKA The Lido) to play their favourite Japanese Jazz & Fusion Deep Cuts.
Gordon Grdina Trio at Hero’s Welcome
One of the most iconic trios in Vancouver play their only show this year! The original Gordon Grdina Trio is one of the most acclaimed and popular Vancouver bands of the past few decades. They combine free jazz with middle eastern groove music and guarantee good times. They will be performing their only show of 2025 at Hero’s Welcome as part of Infidels Jazz popular Social Music series on July 24.
Avant-Garde Flamenco Trio at Zameen Art House
Bill Orcutt at Kingsway Club
Legendary guitarist plays first Vancouver show in 30 years! Guitarist Bill Orcutt is a renowned figure in the American noise / experimental scene, known for his work with Harry Pussy, Alan Bishop, Peter Brötzmann, Tashi Dorji, Joe McPhee and many more. Recently, his Four Guitars project and his duo with Chris Corsano have been exposing new international audiences to Bill’s work. Infidels Jazz is proud to present Bill’s first Vancouver concert in over 30 years on August 7, with special support by Trumpeter JP Carter (known for his work with Haram & Destoyer), and his new band: The Battery (featuring drummers Cesar Chew & John Brennan).