Legendary Jazz pianist Myra Melford returns to Vancouver for the first time in 7 years, along with Michael Formanek & Ches Smith

Splash is an adventurous new trio led by visionary pianist/composer Myra Melford, featuring bassist Michael Formanek and drummer/vibraphonist Ches Smith. The project is the latest installment of Melford’s ongoing body of work inspired by and engaging with the work of the American post-abstract expressionist painter Cy Twombly. The bold, sudden action implicit in the trio’s name reflects the energy and motion captured on Twombly’s canvases, a physicality that drives Melford’s exploratory music.

On October 25, Myra will be bringing this trio to Vancouver for the first time, her first Vancouver performance in 7 years.

Myra Melford Splash Trio

Alliances Francais Theatre 6161 Cambie

October 25, 2026

8PM

$40 in advance, $50 at the door

This performance is presented by Infidels Jazz with support from the VJO Society, and is part of VanJazz2026.