An improvised musical celebration of John Coltrane’s 100th Birthday featuring 6 of Vancouver’s most exciting improvisers.

On September 18th, 6 of Vancouver’s most exciting improvisers will be playing together for the first time, to create an improvised experience that will celebrate John Coltrane’s life and work.

Feven Kidane – Trumpet

Gordy Li – Saxophones

Nebyu Yohannes – Trombone

Brian Horswill – Piano

Clyde Reed – Bass

Kenton Loewen – Drums

John Coltrane is one of the most iconic figures in the history of Jazz, known for his technical process and his williingess to buck conventional wisdom and create new forms for his music. In September 2026th, Vancouver’s Jazz scene is celebrating his 100th birthday, with a series of concerts featuring the very best local musicians.

This performance will be part of the New Thing, a monthly improvised music series at Zameen Art House presented by Infidels Jazz & VJO Society.