One of the Vancouver Jazz scene’s hottest pianists plays the music of Canadian legend Hugh Fraser!

Jimi James has quickly earned a reputation as one of the Canadian Jazz Scene’s hottest pianists, stemming from his work with his long-running trio, his collaborations with West Coast Legends John Gross & Cambell Ryga, and with the Jimi James Sextet. On October 17, the Sextet performs at Pyatt Hall for the very first time, performing the music of Jimi’s father, Hugh Fraser.

Hugh Fraser was a true Canadian legend, travelling the world as one of the Canadian Jazz Scene’s foremost spokesmen, performing with Icons like Dizzy Gillespie and Clark Terry.

For this rare performance, Jimi’s Sextet will be performing the music of Hugh, in the intimate setting of Vancouver’s legendary Pyatt Hall.

Jimi James – Piano

Tamas Balai – Alto saxophone

Spencer Drody – Trumpet

Connor Lum – Tenor Saxophone

Brad Pearson – Bass

Arvind Ramdas – Drums

Jimi James Sextet Celebrates Hugh Fraser

October 17, 2025

Pyatt Hall 843 Seymour

This performance is presented by Infidels Jazz & the VSO School of Music.