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SUMMARY:Free Time Trio at Zameen Art House
DESCRIPTION:Exciting free jazz by three of Vancouver’s best. \nGet Tickets\nKevin Romain\, Nikko Whitworth\, and Dominic Conway are three of Vancouver’s most exciting and creative jazz musicians. For this special performance they’ll play as the Free Time Trio\, combining Free Jazz with compositions in new & exciting ways. \nFree Time Trio \nMay 09\, 2025 \nZameen Art House 1515 Anderson St. \nDoors: 7:30 / Show 8:00 \n$15 in advance\, or Pay what you can. \nThis performance is part of the New Thing\, a monthly series at Zameen Art House co-presented by Infidels Jazz & NOW Society.
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/free-time-trio-at-zameen-art-house/
LOCATION:Zameen Art House\, 1515 Anderson St\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6H 3R5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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SUMMARY:Brownman Electryc Trio at Frankie's After Dark (Night 1)
DESCRIPTION:2x National Jazz Award winners BROWNMAN ELECTRYC TRIO from Brooklyn\, NY is an electric-jazz powerhouse colliding Black American Music artforms (hip-hop\, funk\, soul\, r’n’b\, jungle) with jazz narratives\, extrapolating the ideologies of Miles Davis & Randy Brecker. This dynamic threesome combines virtuosic performance skills with a deep knowledge of the jazz lineage\, all set against an energized urban sonic backdrop\, their chart-topping albums “Juggernaut” and “Gravitation” capturing their energized exploratory sounds perfectly. BROWNMAN ELECTRYC TRIO is led by Trinidadian-born\, internationally acclaimed Brooklyn\, NY based jazz iconoclast BROWNMAN ALI — a protege of trumpet legend Randy Brecker. Brownman\, when not leading the 8 bands he actively writes for and tours with\, is a highly sought after soloist\, the current touring trumpet player for hip-hop icons Jay-Z\, Kanye West\, and Missy Elliot\, was nominated for a 2024 JUNO award for “Jazz Album of the Year”\, after already winning Canada’s Black IMPACT Award (the first jazz musician in history to win this)\, and has been called “Canada’s preeminent jazz trumpet player” by the New York Village Voice\, “the new standard in electric jazz” by NPR\, New York (National Public Radio)\, and “one of the most exploratory voices in jazz trumpet today” by the Chicago Tribune.\nBrownman Ali — electric trumpet (Brooklyn\, NY)Colin Sankey — 6-string electric bass (Surrey\, BC)Jordy McIntosh — drums (Vancouver\, BC)\nFrankie’s After Dark takes place every Friday and Saturday at Frankie’s Jazz Club in downtown Vancouver and is curated by Tim Reinert of Infidels Jazz. Shows start at 11:00PM and tickets are $10.
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/brownman-electryc-trio-at-frankies-after-dark-night-1/
LOCATION:Frankie’s Jazz Club\, 755 Beatty St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6B 2M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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SUMMARY:Chen Baker's Jpop Extravaganza at Fortune Sound Club
DESCRIPTION:Chen Baker has been selling out venues all over Vancouver with their City Pop showcase\, and now they’re bringing their talents to the legendary Fortune Sound Club\, playing your favourite J-Pop Hits! And best of all? It’s absolutely FREE!!!!\nFREE RSVP\n\nXirui Wang – vocalsJeffery Chen – guitarNeal Wang – saxJustin Juan – keyboard Piyotr Kao – bassDario Acosta – drums\nChen Baker’s J-Pop ExtravaganzaFortune Sound Club – 147 E. PenderMay 10Doors: 7PMShow: 8PM-930PM19+\nThis is a FREE Show presented by Infidels Jazz\, Fortune Sound Club\, and Sapporo.
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/chen-bakers-jpop-extravaganza-at-fortune-sound-club/
LOCATION:Fortune Sound Club\, 147 East Pender Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 1T6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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SUMMARY:Brownman Electryc Trio at Frankie's After Dark (Night 2)
DESCRIPTION:2x National Jazz Award winners BROWNMAN ELECTRYC TRIO from Brooklyn\, NY is an electric-jazz powerhouse colliding Black American Music artforms (hip-hop\, funk\, soul\, r’n’b\, jungle) with jazz narratives\, extrapolating the ideologies of Miles Davis & Randy Brecker. This dynamic threesome combines virtuosic performance skills with a deep knowledge of the jazz lineage\, all set against an energized urban sonic backdrop\, their chart-topping albums “Juggernaut” and “Gravitation” capturing their energized exploratory sounds perfectly. BROWNMAN ELECTRYC TRIO is led by Trinidadian-born\, internationally acclaimed Brooklyn\, NY based jazz iconoclast BROWNMAN ALI — a protege of trumpet legend Randy Brecker. Brownman\, when not leading the 8 bands he actively writes for and tours with\, is a highly sought after soloist\, the current touring trumpet player for hip-hop icons Jay-Z\, Kanye West\, and Missy Elliot\, was nominated for a 2024 JUNO award for “Jazz Album of the Year”\, after already winning Canada’s Black IMPACT Award (the first jazz musician in history to win this)\, and has been called “Canada’s preeminent jazz trumpet player” by the New York Village Voice\, “the new standard in electric jazz” by NPR\, New York (National Public Radio)\, and “one of the most exploratory voices in jazz trumpet today” by the Chicago Tribune.\nBrownman Ali — electric trumpet (Brooklyn\, NY)Colin Sankey — 6-string electric bass (Surrey\, BC)Jordy McIntosh — drums (Vancouver\, BC)\nFrankie’s After Dark takes place every Friday and Saturday at Frankie’s Jazz Club in downtown Vancouver and is curated by Tim Reinert of Infidels Jazz. Shows start at 11:00PM and tickets are $10.
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/brownman-electryc-trio-at-frankies-after-dark-night-2/
LOCATION:Frankie’s Jazz Club\, 755 Beatty St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6B 2M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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SUMMARY:Martin Jasinski Quartet at Hot Deli
DESCRIPTION:Martin Jasinski is an up and coming jazz guitarist currently making waves on the scene in Vancouver. For his first Infidels show as a bandleader\, he’ll be joined by:\nMaafu Keteca – Bari SaxPiyotr Kao – BassKarl DeJong – Drums\nPass the Hat is a monthly series at the Hot Deli presented by Infidels Jazz. At these shows\, a hat (debit and credit donations will be accepted that night as well) will be passed around to all audience members\, to ensure that the musicians are paid fairly for their performance.\nAll funds collected will go directly to the musicians.\nPlease note that the Hot Deli is in the same location as the Lido\, and that the address is exactly the same: 518 E. Broadway\nPlease note the new start time of 8:00PM
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/martin-jasinski-quartet-at-hot-deli/
LOCATION:Hot Deli\, 518 E Broadway\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5T 1X4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250514T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250514T220000
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SUMMARY:Mary Ancheta plays Betty Davis at VIFF Centre
DESCRIPTION:Early bird tickets are available now! There are a limited number of early bird tickets available\, so don’t wait! \nGet Tickets\nIf you don’t know the Betty Davis\, prepare to be blown away. With her deep\, raw\, earthy voice\, a knack for stringing together funky riffs\, and sexually super-charged lyrics\, Davis shook and shocked American soul in the early 70s. As her husband Miles Davis said: “She was Madonna before Madonna\, Prince before Prince.” Betty introduced Miles to Jimi Hendrix and psychedelic rock\, as well as to 70s fashion; he featured her on Filles de Kilimanjaro and produced some of her prime recordings before the inevitable split. Albums Betty Davis\, They Say I’m Different and Nasty Gal included musicians from Sly and the Family Stone and Tower of Power\, but failed to chart — only to be rediscovered and celebrated decades after her retirement. Coming somewhere in the lineage between Ma Rainey\, Tina Turner\, and Donna Summer\, Davis more than stands the test of time\, she’s an electrifying talent. \nDavis has long been an influence on Vancouver based keyboardist\, producer\, and all-around phenom Mary Ancheta\, which has led Mary to this special night at VIFF full of Davis’ most loved tunes\, as well as some deep cuts\, with Dawn Pemberton on vocals. The live music portion of the event will be followed by a short intermission\, and then a rare screening of Phil Cox’s invaluable 2017 film (55 min)\, made in collaboration with Davis a few years before her death from cancer in 2022. \nMary Ancheta Quintet plays Betty Davis featuring Dawn Pemberton \nDawn Pemberton: Vocals\nMary Ancheta: keys\nTristan Paxton: guitar\nDominic Conway: sax\nDrums: Paul Clark \nMary Ancheta is a Canadian Filipina born in Hamilton\, Ontario. While teaching at the Ontario Conservatory of Music she received her B.A. of Music at McMaster University. Now living in Vancouver\, Mary is a composer and bandleader who has performed all across Canada\, in Australia\, New York etc\,
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/mary-ancheta-plays-betty-davis-at-viff-centre/
LOCATION:VIFF Centre\, 1181 Seymour Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 3M7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert,Film
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SUMMARY:Itamar Erez Trio at Frankie's After Dark
DESCRIPTION:Join internationally renowned composer\, pianist and guitarist Itamar Erez\, Kevin Romain (drums) and Dan Howard(bass) for an energetic musical journey where different cultures and musical styles will meet in harmony. Itamar’s music holds a depth and sensitivity that touches listeners deeply by blending the delicateness of Middle Eastern music\, the freedom found in jazz and the passion of Brazilian music.\nFrankie’s After Dark takes place every Friday and Saturday at Frankie’s Jazz Club in downtown Vancouver and is curated by Tim Reinert of Infidels Jazz. Shows start at 11:00PM and tickets are $10.
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/itamar-erez-trio-at-frankies-after-dark/
LOCATION:Frankie’s Jazz Club\, 755 Beatty St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6B 2M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250517T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250517T220000
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SUMMARY:KneeJerk Album Release Party at Fox Cabaret
DESCRIPTION:Album Release Party for the Hottest Free Jazz band in the Country \nGet Tickets\nKneeJerk is a free jazz project that plays with minimalism and evokes chaos. For their very first performance at Vancouver’s legendary Fox Cabaret\, KneeJerk will be celebrating the release of their second album on Infidels Jazz. In addition\, there will be a special opening set by Kenton Loewen & JP Carter\, who will also be celebrating the release of their second album on Infidels Jazz. \nKneeJerk is: \nBrian Horswill – Piano \nCole Schmidt – Guitar \nKarlis Silins – Bass \nKenton Loewen – Drums \nKenton Loewen & JP Carter are: \nKenton Loewen – Drums \nJP Carter – Trumpet \nMay 17th\, 2025\nFox Cabaret – 2321 Main Street\nDoors Open: 7PM\nShow: 8PM \n$20 in advance\, $30 at the door. \n19+ \nPlease note that seating at the Fox is limited. \nThis performance is presented by Infidels Jazz.
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/kneejerk-album-release-at-fox-cabaret/
LOCATION:The Fox Cabaret\, 2321 Main Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5T 3C9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250518T000000
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SUMMARY:JD Rich Trio at Frankie's After Dark
DESCRIPTION:Keyboardist and composer/songwriter J.D. Rich (Jared Richardson) delivers a supercharged performance of original funk and jazz fusion compositions\, with strong inspiration from the melodic sensibilities of movie and video game scores. Originally from Victoria\, BC\, and now based in Vancouver\, Jared is a graduate of Berklee College of Music (2016)\, where he majored in Electronic Production & Design. He has composed works performed by the Victoria Symphony\, Vancouver Symphony Orchestra\, and Toronto Symphony Orchestra.\nJared Richardson – pianoColin Sankey – electric bassEliot Doyle – drums\nFrankie’s After Dark takes place every Friday and Saturday at Frankie’s Jazz Club in downtown Vancouver and is curated by Tim Reinert of Infidels Jazz. Shows start at 11:00PM and tickets are $10.
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/jd-rich-trio-at-frankies-after-dark/
LOCATION:Frankie’s Jazz Club\, 755 Beatty St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6B 2M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250518T160000
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SUMMARY:Jon Bentley / Bill Coon Quartet plays The Bridge at Hero's Welcome
DESCRIPTION:For this very special performance\, some of Vancouver’s best musicians perform the music from one of the most legendary Jazz albums of all time: The Bridge by Sonny Rollins.\nBill Coon – guitar\nJon Bentley – saxophone\nConrad Good – bass\nJoe Poole – drums\nSundays at Hero’s Welcome (3917 Main Street) is a weekly jazz series presented by Infidels Jazz. The concept is to provide an affordable way for jazz lovers of all ages to gather and celebrate this music we love.\nAdmission: $10Time: 2PM-4PM
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/jon-bentley-bill-coon-quartet-plays-the-bridge-at-heros-welcome/
LOCATION:Hero’s Welcome\, 3917 Main Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5V 3P2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250518T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250518T220000
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SUMMARY:Sofia Avelino sings Elis Regina at Zameen Art House
DESCRIPTION:Brazilian legend Elis Regina’s vocal interpetations of Bossa Nova\, MPB and Jazz are famous all over the world\, decades after her death. For this one-night only performance\, Vancouver singer Sofia Avelino will be interepeting some of Regina’s best known songs. \nGet Tickets\nSofia Avelino – Vocals \nVincente Regis – Guitar \nMauricio Zani – Piano \nJulia Farry – Bass \nJordy McIntosh – Drums \nThis performance is part of the Expression Sessions\, a monthly concert series at Zameen Art House curated by Infidels Jazz. \nSofia Avelino Sings Elis Regina \nZameen Art House – 1515 Anderson \nSunday\, May 18th \nDoors: 7:30PM \nShow: 8:00PM \n$20 in advance\, $25 at door
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/sofia-avelino-sings-elis-regina-at-zameen-art-house/
LOCATION:Zameen Art House\, 1515 Anderson St\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6H 3R5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250522T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250522T220000
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SUMMARY:Quincy Mayes Brazilian Experience at Hero's Welcome
DESCRIPTION:8 person band playing Brazilian funk & soul classics! \nGet Tickets\nThe Quincy Mayes Brazilian Soul Experience is thrilled to present a special performance showcasing the diverse\, Afrocentric roots of samba\, soul\, and funk. Featuring musical selections from an eclectic group of all Black Composers this evening is curated in tribute to the incredible stories\, songs and legacy of Afro Brasil. This will feature selections from the legendary catalogues of Milton Nascimento\, Gilberto Gil\, Djavan\, Elza Soares and others. Quincy Mayes leads a brand new group of some of Vancouver’s finest instrumentalists\, who will also be joined by a vibrant guest horn section and feature vocalist throughout the set. \nPiano/Keyboards/Percussion — Quincy Mayes\nSynths/Percussion — Benjamin Millman\nAcoustic/Electric Guitar — Alvin Brendan\nBass — Victor Balconi\nDrums — Trent Otter\nSpecial Guests:\nTrumpet — Feven Kidane\nTenor Sax/Flute — John Nicholson\nFeature Vocalist — Dacey Andrada \nThis performance is part of Social Music\, a monthly series presented by Infidels Jazz at Hero’s Welcome. \nQuincy Mayes Brazillian Soul Experience \nMay 22\, 2025 \nHero’s Welcome – 3917 Main Street \nDoors: 7PM \nShow: 8PM \n2 sets \n$20 in advance \n$25 at the door \n19+
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/quincy-mayes-brazilian-experience-at-heros-welcome/
LOCATION:Hero’s Welcome\, 3917 Main Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5V 3P2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250523T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250523T220000
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SUMMARY:Haram at Kingsway Club
DESCRIPTION:10-Piece Powerhouse Arabic Avant-Garde Band! \nGet Tickets\nVancouver legend Gordon Grdina brings his Haram band to one of the hottest new venues in Vancouver! JUNO-winner Gordon Grdina formed Haram in 2008 as a large ensemble vehicle to interpret classic Arabic repertoire. These pieces are reinterpreted with an ensemble half studied in the Arabic tradition and half in avant-garde improvisation\, making Haram sound like no other band on earth. \nGordon Grdina -Oud\nEmad Armoush -Vocals\, Ney\nTim Gerwing -Darbuka\nLiam MacDonal -Riq\nTommy Babin -Bass\nKenton Loewen -Drums\nFrancois Houle -Clarinet\nChristopher Kelly -Sax\nJP Carter -Trumpet\nJosh Zubot -Violin \nHaram \nMay 23rd\, Kingsway Club \nKingsway Club – 395 Kingsway Club \n7:00PM Door / 8:00PM Show \n$25 in advance / $30 at the door \n19+ \nSeating will be limited\, and it’s recommended to arrive early if seating is necessary. \nThis performance is presented by Infidels Jazz.
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/haram-at-kingsway-club/
LOCATION:Kingsway Club\, 395 Kingsway\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5T 3J7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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SUMMARY:Arvind Ramdas Trio plays Bud Powell at Frankie's After Dark
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting night of music as Arvind Ramdas\, a dynamic young Jazz drummer and percussionist based in Vancouver\, takes the stage with his trio. Known for his collaborations with some of Canada’s top musicians\, including John Gross\, Brad Turner\, Cory Weeds\, Sharon Minemoto and more\, Arvinds talent has made him a prominent figure on the Vancouver Jazz community.\nOn May 23rd\, he will be joined by his long time colleagues in pianist Jimi James and bassist David Caballero for a special performance celebrating the music of one of bebops greatest forefathers\, Earl “Bud” Powell. The trios collective sound is deeply rooted in the tradition of Black American Music\, paying tribute to Powell’s influential compositions and legacy.\nThis is sure to be a night of unforgettable music\, energy and soul as they honour the genius of Bud Powell.\nFrankie’s After Dark takes place every Friday and Saturday at Frankie’s Jazz Club in downtown Vancouver and is curated by Tim Reinert of Infidels Jazz. Shows start at 11:00PM and tickets are $10.
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/arvind-ramdas-trio-plays-bud-powell-at-frankies-after-dark/
LOCATION:Frankie’s Jazz Club\, 755 Beatty St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6B 2M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250524T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250524T220000
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SUMMARY:BC's Blue Note Legacy Quartet at VIFF Centre
DESCRIPTION:Four of Vancouver’s best jazz musicians come together as BC’s Blue Note Legacy Quartet! \nGet Tickets\nFor 85 years\, Blue Note Records has been the gold standard for recorded Jazz music all over the world\, with icons like John Coltrane\, Thelonious Monk\, Lee Morgan\, Wayne Shorter\, Ornette Coleman\, and literally hundreds of others having recorded thousands of seminal albums for the label that have become indispensable touchstones for those of us that love this music. A very special performance of some of Blue Note’s most iconic releases\, as well as some serious deep cuts. Immediately following this unique concert VIFF will be screening the documentary\, Blue Note Records: Beyond the Notes. \n\n\n\nBC’s Blue Note Legacy Quartet: \nChris Fraser — Guitar\nBen Sigerson — Keyboards\nPiyotr Kao — Bass\nTodd Stewart — Drums \nAbout the Film\nBlue Note Records: Beyond the Notes (2018\, 95 min)\nSophie Huber’s musical celebration of Blue Note’s history includes interviews with Wayne Shorter\, Herbie Hancock\, Norah Jones\, current Blue Note president Don Was\, and others\, as well as a recording session with star Robert Glasper. Also given just and proper consideration is a history of the stunning LP cover art\, most of which featured the graphic artistry of Reid Miles and the gorgeous photography of co-founder Wolff.
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/bcs-blue-note-legacy-quartet-at-viff-centre/
LOCATION:VIFF Centre\, 1181 Seymour Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 3M7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert,Film
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250524T220000
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SUMMARY:Groove Elation: a Celebration of John Scofield at All-City Athletics
DESCRIPTION:A celebration of guitarist John Scofield by four of Vancouver’s best young jazz musicians. \nGet Tickets\nJohn Scofield’s funky & melodic guitar sound has been captivating audiences for decades. On May 24\, four of Vancouver’s best young Jazz musicians celebrate his music and legacy\, at the hippest Jazz venue in this city. \nJake Kostuchuk – Guitar \nErika Chow – Saxophone \nDavid Caballero – Bass \nJordy McIntosh – Drums \nGroove Elation \nAll-City Athletics 130 W. Hastings (Back Alley Entrance) \nMay 24\, 2025 \nDoors: 730PM \nShow: 800PM \n$20 in advance\, $25 at the door. \nKnockouts at All-City Athletics is a monthly Jazz series presented by Infidels Jazz.
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/groove-elation-a-celebration-of-john-scofield-at-all-city-athletics/
LOCATION:All-City Athletics\, 130 West Hastings\, alley entrance\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 1G9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250525T000000
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SUMMARY:Wes Anderson Quartet at Frankie's After Dark
DESCRIPTION:Prepare for a night of electrifying swing as Vancouver drummer Wes Anderson brings his exciting new quartet to Frankie’s After Dark!\nWith a deep groove and high-energy style\, Wes will be showcasing his new all-star lineup\, deliver a thrilling set of straight-ahead jazz that breathes new life into timeless classics while fastidiously honouring the tradition.\nThe repertoire will feature bold\, hard-swinging arrangements of jazz greats such as Charlie Parker\, Cole Porter\, Tadd Dameron\, Thelonious Monk\, and much more.\nWith Tamas Balai – Alto\, Ben Sigerson – Piano\, Dan Howard – Bass\nFrankie’s After Dark takes place every Friday and Saturday at Frankie’s Jazz Club in downtown Vancouver and is curated by Tim Reinert of Infidels Jazz. Shows start at 11:00PM and tickets are $10.
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/wes-anderson-quartet-at-frankies-after-dark/
LOCATION:Frankie’s Jazz Club\, 755 Beatty St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6B 2M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250527T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250527T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161157
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SUMMARY:Look Out For Hope: a Celebration of Bill Frisell at the Painted Ship
DESCRIPTION:Since the late 1980’s\, Bill Frisell has been inspiring audiences and musicians with his unique guitar sound and captivating improvisations. Look Out For Hope celebrates his music and legacy\, featuring Bradshaw Pack on pedal steel\, Karlis Silins on bass\, and Kenton Loewen on drums.\n\nLook Out For HopeThe Painted Ship – 2884 W. BroadwayMay 27\, 20258PM-10PM 2 sets$10 at the door.\nThis performance is part of Sea Legs\, a monthly Jazz series at the Painted Ship presented by Infidels Jazz.
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/look-out-for-hope-a-celebration-of-bill-frisell-at-the-painted-ship/
LOCATION:The Painted Ship\, 2884 W Broadway\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6K 2G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250530T230000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250531T000000
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SUMMARY:Nicholas Wise Quartet at Frankie's After Dark
DESCRIPTION:Nicholas Wise is a jazz saxophonist\, educator\, composer\, and arranger. Taking influence from artists such as Kenny Garrett and Cannonball Adderley\, he has put together a set of original compositions and standards. Nicholas is joined by Julian Borkowski on piano\, David Caballero on bass\, and Jordy McIntosh on drums.\nFrankie’s After Dark takes place every Friday and Saturday at Frankie’s Jazz Club in downtown Vancouver and is curated by Tim Reinert of Infidels Jazz. Shows start at 11:00PM and tickets are $10.
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/nicholas-wise-quartet-at-frankies-after-dark/
LOCATION:Frankie’s Jazz Club\, 755 Beatty St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6B 2M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250531T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250531T220000
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CREATED:20250218T015521Z
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SUMMARY:Dean Thiessen's Stranger Friends Orchestra Album Release at Fox Cabaret
DESCRIPTION:One of the finest large Jazz Ensembles in Canada makes it’s long awaited return to Vancouver’s Fox Cabaret! \nGet Tickets\nOn May 31\, Dean Thiessen’s Stranger Friends Orchestra will be celebrating the release of their first album on Infidels Jazz\, at the venue that it was recorded at almost two years ago. They’ll be performing a brand new piece by Dean: The John Steinbeck Suite. Each of the piece’s 5 movements is inspired by a different novel or short story by this celebrated American author. Oppressive gender roles and surviving the machine that is Capitalism are the themes in Steinbeck’s writing that read both as a glimpse into our recent past and a foreshadowing into our potential future. The show will also feature some of the bands favourite pieces of Deans and a few crazy antics to always keep you guessing when you come to a SFO show. \nDean Thiessen – Conductor / composer \nBrent Mah – Alto Saxophone / woodwinds \nJohn Nicholson – Tenor Saxophone / woodwinds \nAdam Kyle – Tenor Saxophone / woodwinds \nSofia Avelino – Bari Saxophone \nRory Hislop – Trumpet \nFeven Kidane – Trumpet \nThad Bailey-Mai . Trumpet \nGreg Dent – Trombone \nNebyu Yohannes – Trombone \nGeorge McNally – Bass Trombone \nChris Fraser – Guitar \nSuin Park – Piano \nJason Winikoff – Percussion \nWynston Minckler – Bass \nTodd Stewart – Drums \nDean Thiessen’s Stranger Friends Orchestra \nFox Cabaret (2321 Main Street) \nMay 31\, 2025 \nDoors: 7PM\, Show 8PM \n19+ \nPlease note that seating is very limited at the FOX\, so please arrive early if you require seating. \nPresented by Infidels Jazz.
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/dean-thiessen-album-release-at-fox-cabaret/
LOCATION:The Fox Cabaret\, 2321 Main Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5T 3C9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250601T000000
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SUMMARY:Lone Bear at Frankie's After Dark
DESCRIPTION:Grinningly growling it’s way out of the darkness\, Lone Bear\, Vancouver’s most playfully mauling instrumental trio\, unleashes its love of heavy grooves\, pretty songs and no-rules improvisation in a return to the Frankie’s After Dark stage. Featuring an OG lineup of LB players (guitarist Jeff Younger\, bassist Russell Sholberg\, and drummer Bernie Arai)\, the band mashes classic hits from The Temptations\, Black Sabbath\, Lynyrd Skynyrd and The Beatles through a celestial arrangement funhouse and a free jazz improv blender. There’s a good chance a couple of Younger’s original compositions will make an appearance too. Always beastly\, always fun\, and always an unpredictable musical adventure.\nFrankie’s After Dark takes place every Friday and Saturday at Frankie’s Jazz Club in downtown Vancouver and is curated by Tim Reinert of Infidels Jazz. Shows start at 11:00PM and tickets are $10.
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/lone-bear-at-frankies-after-dark/
LOCATION:Frankie’s Jazz Club\, 755 Beatty St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6B 2M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250602T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250602T220000
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SUMMARY:La Syrie Libre at Hot Deli
DESCRIPTION:Syrian music meets Free Jazz! \nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\nTaking liberty to express both middle eastern melody and wild improvisation on the ancient flute Ney\, Syrian born Emad Armoush joins the unbound and enigmatic rhythm section of James Meger (upright bass) and Kenton Loewen (drums) in the revolutionary\, singular\, free jazz trio La Syrie Libre. \nThe East Van Shuffle is a monthly Jazz Series curated by Infidels Jazz. \nLa Syrie Libre \nHot Deli (AKA The Lido) 518 E. Broadway \nJune 02\, 2025 \nDoors: 7:30PM \nShow: 8:00PM \n$15 in advance\, $20 at the door.
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/la-syrie-libre-at-hot-deli/
LOCATION:Hot Deli\, 518 E Broadway\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5T 1X4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250605T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250605T220000
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SUMMARY:Mandopop R&B Night ft. Chen Baker at Hero's Welcome
DESCRIPTION:7 person band playing your favourite Mandopop R&B tunes! \nGet Tickets\nFrom Teresa Teng to Jay Chou\, Li Ronghao to Waa Wei\, Mandopop is thrilling music lovers around the world. On June 05 at Hero’s Welcome\, local fusion upstarts Chen Baker will be covering Mandopop songs from a wide range of artists and time periods\, often with their own unique (spelled J-A-Z-Z) twist. Fans of the genre can expect some mega hits\, as well as lesser-known songs from top artists. \nMia Wang – vocals\nXirui Wang – vocals\nNeal Wang – Alto Sax\nJeffrey Chen – guitar\nJustin Juan – keys\nDario Acosta – Drums\nPiyotr Kao – Bass \nHero’s Welcome \n3917 Main Street \n$15 in advance\, $20 at the door \nDoors: 7PM \nShow: 8PM \n19+ \nMandopop R&B Featuring Chen Baker is part of the monthly Social Music series presented at Hero’s Welcome by Infidels Jazz.
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/mandopop-rb-night-ft-chen-baker-at-heros-welcome/
LOCATION:Hero’s Welcome\, 3917 Main Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5V 3P2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250606T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250606T220000
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SUMMARY:Briggan Krauss\, Wayne Horvitz\, & Dylan van der Schyff at Zameen Art House
DESCRIPTION:A rare opportunity to hear three internationally renowned improvisers in an intimate space. \nGet Tickets\nBriggan Krauss\, Wayne Horvitz & Dylan van der Scyff are three of the improvising worlds most respected participants. Collectively their resumes read like a who’s who of the creative jazz world\, and include repeated mentions by luminaries such as John Zorn\, Bill Frisell\, Steven Bernstein\, and more. \nOn June 06\, they come together for a rare performance in one of Vancouver’s most intimate new music venues. \nThis performance is part of the New Thing\, a monthly improvised music series presented by Infidels Jazz & NOW Society. \nBriggan Krauss\, Wayne Horvitz & Dylan van der Schyff \nJune 06\, 2025 \nZameen Art House (1515 Anderson) \nDoors: 730 \nShow: 800PM \n$20 in advance\, or pay what you can.
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/briggan-krauss-wayne-horvitz-dylan-van-der-schyff-at-zameen-art-house/
LOCATION:Zameen Art House\, 1515 Anderson St\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6H 3R5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert,Festival
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250607T000000
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SUMMARY:Josh Roberts Trio at Frankie's After Dark
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by the early masters of electric jazz guitar\, Josh Roberts leads a trio bringing a fresh take to the driving\, dynamic swing of the 1930s\, 40s and early 50s. Josh’s playing draws upon influences including Charlie Christian\, George Barnes\, Barney Kessel\, Tal Farlow and Jim Hall.\nThe guitar-led trio features Noah Gotfrit on bass and Seth Kitamura on drums.\nFrankie’s After Dark takes place every Friday and Saturday at Frankie’s Jazz Club in downtown Vancouver and is curated by Tim Reinert of Infidels Jazz. Shows start at 11:00PM and tickets are $10.
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/josh-roberts-trio-at-frankies-after-dark/
LOCATION:Frankie’s Jazz Club\, 755 Beatty St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6B 2M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250607T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250607T223000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161157
CREATED:20250521T231234Z
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SUMMARY:Chris Gestrin / The Lodger at VIFF Centre
DESCRIPTION:Presented with an original live score by acclaimed pianist and composer Chris Gestrin\, the first signature Hitchcock movie is based on the Jack The Ripper murders (here renamed “The Avenger”). As the suspicion that a neighbour may not be all he seems\, the cat- and-mouse tension reaches almost unbearable proportions. \nGet Tickets\nMade in 1926 for Michael Balcon’s new Gainsborough studios\, The Lodger: A Story of the London Fog was Hitchcock’s first thriller\, and his first critical and commercial success. Coming shortly after his return from Germany\, it draws heavily on the German expressionist tradition established in such films as The Cabinet of Dr Caligari (1919) and Nosferatu (1922). These films\, which used stylized\, angular sets\, high contrast light and shadow to convey disturbed psychological states\, were to be a major influence on the developing director\, and this movie teems with visual invention and excitement. \nThe Lodger was written by Eliot Stannard from a popular novel by Marie Belloc Lowndes (sister of the poet Hilaire Belloc)\, and starred matinee idol Ivor Novello as the mysterious lodger who falls under suspicion. June Tripp\, the young actress who starred as the landlady’s daughter\, Daisy\, was the second of a series of actresses who became blonde at Hitchcock’s insistence – the first was Virginia Valli\, star of The Pleasure Garden(1925). Joe\, Daisy’s policeman fiancé\, jokes\, “I’m keen on golden hair myself\, same as the Avenger is”. It soon became clear that Hitchcock had similar tastes. \nThe Lodger was a great success\, and quickly established Hitchcock as a name director. \nHitchcock: “The Lodger was the first true Hitchcock movie… the first picture possibly influenced by my period in Germany… the first time I exercised my style. I took a pure narrative and\, for the first time\, presented ideas in purely visual terms…” \nTruffaut: “A very good movie which showed great visual inventiveness. I really enjoyed it.” \nAbout Chris Gestrin\nSince graduating with a Film Scoring degree from the prestigious Berklee College of Music in 1995\, Vancouver native Chris Gestrin has become an integral part of the Canadian music scene. As a versatile pianist and multi-keyboardist\, composer\, engineer and producer he has worked on over 400 albums covering a wide range of musical styles. From avant garde electronic improvisations to greasy soul organ music\, introspective piano jazz to top of the charts pop\, rock and hip-hop\, Gestrin is in high demand for his eclectic talents and ability to bring a high level of musical inspiration to any situation. \nAs a jazz artist\, Gestrin has performed on and off the stage not only with his great Canadian colleagues\, but with a who’s who of the Jazz world. Gary Peacock\, David ’Fat Head’ Newman\, Kenny Wheeler\, Jerry Granelli\, Duke Robillard\, to name a few. In the more mainstream music world\, Chris has had the pleasure of working with a large number of prominent artists including Randy Bachman\, Bryan Adams\, D.O.A.\, Bob Rock\, Paul Rodgers\, Colin James\, Jann Arden\, Motley Crue\, K-OS\, Swollen Members\, Jim Byrnes\, Steve Dawson\, Nickelback\, Loudon Wainwright III\, Long John Baldry and Jeff Healey.
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/chris-gestrin-the-lodger-at-viff-centre/
LOCATION:VIFF Centre\, 1181 Seymour Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 3M7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert,Film
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SUMMARY:Matt Choboter Trio at Frankie's After Dark
DESCRIPTION:An award-winning pianist and composer\, Matt Choboter’s music has been described as: “post-jazz of a distinctly personalized kind” (Ron Schepper of Textura); “Densely expressive music” with a “dreamlike aura” (Fabricio Vieira); music that is “reminiscent of very original film music” (Ken Vos). His recent releases “Sleep Inertia” and “Postcards of Nostalgia” were heralded “Best Jazz of 2022” (All About Jazz\, U.S.A) and “Best Jazz on Bandcamp for July 2022 and July 2023” (Dave Sumner).\nMatt is based in Copenhagen but regularly leads projects in Vancouver with musicians including Brad Turner\, François Houle\, and Peggy Lee. “Hearing Matt is\, first and foremost\, an emotional experience. Knowledge\, virtuosity and sound are at the service of a vision\, and Matt’s fearlessness and dedication grab you and never let go. He displays the same intensity in his highly personal compositions\, which always tell a story and stay on the listener’s mind for a long time.” (Jean-Michel Pilc\, Pianist)\nMatt Choboter – piano Wynston Minckler – double bass Omar Amlani – drumset\nFrankie’s After Dark takes place every Friday and Saturday at Frankie’s Jazz Club in downtown Vancouver and is curated by Tim Reinert of Infidels Jazz. Shows start at 11:00PM and tickets are $10.
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/matt-choboter-trio-at-frankies-after-dark/
LOCATION:Frankie’s Jazz Club\, 755 Beatty St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6B 2M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250608T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250608T160000
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CREATED:20250423T001942Z
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SUMMARY:Blown Fuse at Hero's Welcome
DESCRIPTION:Blown Fuse is a brand new group featuring multiple generations of Vancouver’s jazz scene coming together for the first time to celebrate Jazz Fusion!\nDave Robbins – DrumsNick Leffler – SaxophoneNikko Whitworth – BassJimi James – Keyboards\nSundays at Hero’s Welcome (3917 Main Street) is a weekly (ish) jazz series presented by Infidels Jazz. The concept is to provide an affordable way for jazz lovers of all ages to gather and celebrate this music we love.\nAdmission: $10
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/blown-fuse-at-heros-welcome/
LOCATION:Hero’s Welcome\, 3917 Main Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5V 3P2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250608T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250608T223000
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CREATED:20250411T230527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T192116Z
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SUMMARY:Kate Wyatt Trio at Zameen Art House
DESCRIPTION:One of Canada’s greatest pianists plays at one of Vancouver’s most intimate Jazz venues. \nGet Tickets\nOriginally from Victoria BC\, pianist and composer Kate Wyatt is now considered one of the top tier jazz musicians in the city of Montreal\, and in Canada. She has been praised as having “musical ideas and a style of playing and writing that is on par with the current jazz piano elite: Mehldau\, Yaron Herman\, Shai Maestro\, Fred Hersch.”\, and has been hailed as “one of the top artists of Montreal\, Quebec\, or even Canadian jazz.” (Cardin/Brunet\, panm360.com). She’ll be performing at one of Vancouver’s most intimate jazz spaces as she brings Adrian Vedady on bass and Louis-Vincent Hamel to the Zameen Art House. \nKate Wyatt Trio \nZameen Art House – 1515 Anderson (Granville Island) \nDoors 730PM\, Show 8PM \n$15 in advance\, $20 at the door. \nThis performance is part of the Expression Sessions\, a concert series at the Zameen Art House presented by Infidels Jazz.
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/kate-wyatt-trio-at-zameen-art-house/
LOCATION:Zameen Art House\, 1515 Anderson St\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6H 3R5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250609T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250609T223000
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CREATED:20250603T012408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T012408Z
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SUMMARY:Ingrid Li & Friends at Hot Deli
DESCRIPTION:Ingrid Li has been wowing audiences with her saxophone technique in both Vancouver & Montreal\, and it was only a matter of time before she played Infidels Jazz’ Pass the Hat Series.\nShe’ll be joined by Thomas Anderson\, Emmet Murray\, and Julian Ferrer.\nPass the Hat is a monthly series at the Hot Deli presented by Infidels Jazz. At these shows\, a hat (debit and credit donations will be accepted that night as well) will be passed around to all audience members\, to ensure that the musicians are paid fairly for their performance.\nAll funds collected will go directly to the musicians.Please note that the Hot Deli is in the same location as the Lido\, and that the address is exactly the same: 518 E. Broadway\nPlease note the start time of 8:00PM
URL:https://theinfidelsjazz.ca/event/ingrid-li-friends-at-hot-deli/
LOCATION:Hot Deli\, 518 E Broadway\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5T 1X4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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