Gordon Grdina's Haram at the American
2026-07-08 20:30 - 22:30 (America/Vancouver) | The American, 926 Main Street, Vancouver, BC, V6A 2W1, Canada
A 10-piece Arabic Avant-Garde Band!
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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.
Gordon Grdina -Oud
Emad Armoush -Vocals, Ney
Tim Gerwing -Darbuka
Liam MacDonal -Riq
Tommy Babin -Bass
Kenton Loewen -Drums
Francois Houle -Clarinet
Christopher Kelly -Sax
JP Carter -Trumpet
Josh Zubot -Violin
Haram
July 08, 2026
The American – 926 Main St.
8:00PM Door / 8:30PM Show
$25 in advance / $30 at the door
19+
Seating will be limited, and it’s recommended to arrive early if seating is necessary.
This performance is part of Very Big Bands at the American, a monthly big band series presented by Infidels Jazz.

Julian Borkowski Trio at Frankie's After Dark
2026-07-10 23:00 - 2026-07-11 00:15 | Frankie’s Jazz Club, 755 Beatty St, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 2M4, Canada
Julian Borkowski is honoured to be debuting his piano trio at this Frankie’s After Dark performance.

Joined by Conrad Good on the bass and Joe Poole on the drums, the group will explore the personal, intimate and sophisticated sides of standard jazz repertoire.

Julian Borkowski – piano Conrad Good – bass Joe Poole – drums

This performance is part of Frankie’s After Dark, a late night jazz series that takes place every Friday and Saturday night at Frankie’s Jazz Club, and is presented by Infidels Jazz.

Klee Zubot Trio at Frankie's After Dark
2026-07-11 23:00 - 2026-07-12 00:15 | Frankie’s Jazz Club, 755 Beatty St, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 2M4, Canada
Inspired by the innovations of Thelonious Monk and Ornette Coleman, emerging guitarist Klee Zubot brings a driving energy to the stage through his unique fingerstyle technique and evolving voice as an improviser.

From his studies at McGill University’s Jazz Performance program, he gathers the lovely Erin Kim on bass and recruits Vancouver local Kai Basanta on drums to perform at Frankie’s After Dark Series.
Klee Zubot – GuitarErin Kim – Bass Kai Basanta – Drums
Frankie’s Jazz is presented by Infidels Jazz, and takes place every Friday and Saturday night from 11PM-1215AM. Admission is $10, which is added to your bill at the end of the night

Neil Gray Quartet at Hero's Welcome
2026-07-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Hero’s Welcome, 3917 Main Street, Vancouver, BC, V5V 3P2, Canada
Western Canadian drummer Neil Gray recently celebrated the release of his first album on Cellar Live, and is proud to be playing his first Infidels Jazz show as part of their popular Sunday Jazz series at Hero’s Welcome on July 12th.

For this special concert, he’ll be joined by Vancouver piano legend Bruno Hubert, as well as Ben Lockwood on tenor sax and Conrad Good on bass.
Sundays at Hero’s Welcome is presented by Infidels Jazz.

Neil Gray QuartetJuly 12Hero’s Welcome 3917 Main Street2-4PM$10 in advance.

Teresa Marie Trio at Meo Chinatown
2026-07-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Meo Chinatown, 265 East Pender Street, Vancouver, BC, V6A 1T8, Canada
Teresa Marie Trio at Meo Chinatown
7-9pm | No cover
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Chungking Express + Chen Baker: Cantopop
2026-07-12 19:00 - 21:45 | VIFF Centre, 1181 Seymour Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 3M7, Canada
The first Wong Kar-Wai movie to make an impression on North American audiences (the Miramax release was sponsored by Quentin Tarantino), Chungking Express is a fast, fluid, almost throwaway picture set in contemporary Hong Kong, and comprising two simple, short story-like through-lines involving lovelorn policemen.
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It was this smaller film that made Wong’s name in the West. After the studied inertia of Days of Being Wild, Chungking is a frenetic visual blur that’s been likened to an action painting. Still the prevailing tone is wistful melancholy: even a cop’s ragged dishcloth joins in the tears.
Before the movie (102 minutes) Chen Baker will get us in the mood for love with their brand of Canto pop. Chen Baker is a group of seasoned musicians who frequently present jazz-influenced interpretations of Asian pop music, including mandopop and Japanese city pop. On July 12, they’ll be returning to VIFF, pairing their performance with a screening of Chungking Express. To complement the film, they will be covering and reimagining Cantonese pop music from the 80s to early 2000s, in addition to songs from the Chungking Express soundtrack. Alvin Fung (vocals, guitar) Jeffery Chen (guitar) Brittany Or (keyboard) Alex Cheng (bass) Dario Acosta (drums)
Chen Baker: 7:00 pm
Chungking Express: 8:15 pm approx (102 min)
This is what Godard movies were once like: fast, hand-held, funny and very, very catchy.
Tony Rayns, Time Out
Wong Kar-Wai’s Chungking Express is as fresh as falling rain, a pair of love stories full of pain and humor.
Kevin Thomas, LA Times
Chungking Express gets by and gets off on sheer innocence, exuberance, and cinematic freedom, a striking triumph of style over substance that give life to the grunge and chaos at the heart of contemporary Hong Kong.
Joshua Klein, 1001 Movies You Must See Before You Die

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Erin Kim Trio at the Heatley
2026-07-13 20:00 - 22:00 | The Heatley, 696 E Hastings St, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6A 1R1, Canada
Erin Kim is quickly earning a reputation one of Vancouver & Montreal’s top young bassists.

For her first Infidels show as a leader, she’ll be joined by:
Amrita Saimi – TromboneSadie Koshan – Drums

This performance is part of Pass the Hat, a monthly Jazz series at the Heatley, featuring the best young musicians in Vancouver’s Jazz scene. All attendees will be asked to donate what they can at each performance, with all funds going to the band. This series is presented by Infidels Jazz, with support from the Vancouver Jazz Orchestra Society.

Erin Kim TrioThe Heatley 696 E. HastingsJuly 13th, 20268PM

ghosti at Zameen Art House
2026-07-17 20:00 - 22:00 | Zameen Art House, 1515 Anderson St, Vancouver, BC, V6H 3R5, Canada
A new Jazz-based project led by Julia Farry & Julia Uhlehla.
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ghosti is a new Jazz-based project led by Julia Farry & Julia Uhlela, ft. Reed Jackson
They will be playing their first performance on July 17 at Zameen Art House as part of the Expression Sessions, a live music series presented by Infidels Jazz.
Julia Farry – Bass
Julia Uhlela – Vocals
Reed Jackson – Guitars
July 17, 2026
Zameen Art House
1515 Anderson
Doors – 730
Show – 8PM
$20 in advance, $25 at the door.

Luka Macinnes-Cann Quartet at Frankie's After Dark
2026-07-17 23:00 - 2026-07-18 00:15 | Frankie’s Jazz Club, 755 Beatty St, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 2M4, Canada
Vancouver tenor saxophonist Luka MacInnes-Cann returns home after pursuing his Bachelor’s degree at McGill University, where he is studying under acclaimed saxophonist Rémi Bolduc.

A familiar face on the local scene, Luka has performed at venues around Vancouver and is quickly emerging as a compelling young voice in jazz.

Deeply influenced by legends such as Sonny Rollins, Joe Henderson, John Coltrane, and Johnny Griffin, Luka brings fresh energy and personal expression to a selection of his favourite jazz standards.
Excited to be back in Vancouver, he’ll be joined by an outstanding band featuring additional familiar musicians – Maxwell Holmes, Jack Colbourne, and Nathan Lintott—for an evening of dynamic, inspired music at Frankie’s Jazz Club.

Frankie’s Jazz is presented by Infidels Jazz, and takes place every Friday and Saturday night from 11PM-1215AM. Admission is $10, which is added to your bill at the end of the night

Piyotr's Game Lobby Plays Persona at Rec Room
2026-07-18 20:00 - 22:00 | Rec Room Granville, 855 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC, V6Z 1K7, Canada
8 Person Band Plays The Music Of Persona 4 & 5
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Piyotr’s Game Lobby has been earning a rep as one of Vancouver’s premier video game repetoire bands with their sold out shows at Tyrant Studios and Guilt & Co.
For their first Infidels Jazz Show, they’ll be exploring the music of Persona 4 & Persona 5!
This series is part of Cheat Codes, a monthly series at Rec Room presented by Infidels focussing on the best video game & anime soundtracks.
Piyotr’s Game Lobby
July 18, 2026
Rec Room 855 Granville
Doors: 730PM, Show: 8:00PM
$25 in advance, $35 at the door

Harmeet Kaur Virdee Quartet at China Cloud
2026-07-18 20:00 - 22:00 | China Cloud, 524 Main St, Vancouver, BC, V6A 2T9, Canada
One of Vancouver’s most creative young bassists performs her first show at China Cloud!
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Harmeet Kaur Virdee is one of Vancouver’s most exciting young bassists, known for her creative compositions and her ability to inspire her fellow musicians. After a year studying in Toronto, she’s returned to Vancouver to lead some of the city’s best young talent.
Harmeet Kaur Virdee – Bass
Ruthie Ha – Saxophones
Saige Adams – Guitar
Sadie Koshan – Drums
July 18, 2026
China Cloud Studios
524 Main Street
8PM-10PM
This concert is part of the East Van Shuffle, a monthly live jazz series at China Cloud presented by Infidels Jazz. Please note that climbing stairs are required to enter China Cloud, and that this venue may not be accessible to all.

Patrick Kao Plays Sonny Rollins
2026-07-18 23:00 - 2026-07-19 00:15 | Frankie’s Jazz Club, 755 Beatty St, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 2M4, Canada
The Patrick Kao Quartet plays the music of Sonny Rollins in remembrance of his great contributions to jazz and the world.

Featuring Connor Lum on tenor saxophone, Daniel Howard on bass and Jesse Cahill on drums.
Frankie’s Jazz is presented by Infidels Jazz, and takes place every Friday and Saturday night from 11PM-1215AM. Admission is $10, which is added to your bill at the end of the night

Chris Davis Trio at Meo Chinatown
2026-07-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Meo Chinatown, 265 East Pender Street, Vancouver, BC, V6A 1T8, Canada
Chris Davis Trio at Meo Chinatown
7-9pm | No cover
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Maxwell Holmes Trio at Frankie's After Dark
2026-07-24 23:00 - 2026-07-25 00:15 | Frankie’s Jazz Club, 755 Beatty St, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 2M4, Canada
Maxwell Holmes is a New York-based pianist and composer.

Originally from Vancouver, Maxwell has been playing piano since the age of five and working professionally as a musician since the age of ten. Since moving to New York in the summer of 2024, he has worked and studied with esteemed artists including Ingrid and Christine Jensen, Joel Ross, Immanuel Wilkins, Gene Perla, Bobby Sanabria, Andrew Cyrille, and NEA Jazz Master Reggie Workman, among many others. Maxwell has cultivated a reputation as a reliable sideman and leader with an eye on the future and an aspiration to keep the joy and freedom of swing alive.

Following in the spirit of pianists such as Wynton Kelly, Bud Powell, and Tommy Flanagan, Maxwell is thrilled to be bringing his trio to Frankie’s for the first time as a leader to explore the music of his heroes as well as his own compositions. He is joined by two of his long-time collaborators and dearest friends, Jack Colbourne on drums and Allison Lee on bass.

Frankie’s Jazz is presented by Infidels Jazz, and takes place every Friday and Saturday night from 11PM-1215AM. Admission is $10, which is added to your bill at the end of the night.

Andrea Superstein Sings Burt Bacharach + Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery Film Screening
2026-07-25 19:00 - 20:40 | VIFF Centre, 1181 Seymour Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 3M7, Canada
Local hero and Anglophile Mike Myers scored a massive comedy hit with this spot-on spoof of James Bond and his many imitators. Before the yucks, Andrea Superstein treats us to a set of timeless Burt Bacharach tunes.
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2025 JUNO Award Nominee Andrea Superstein is one of the most versatile voices in Canadian music today.
Superstein’s dynamic performance style blends powerful vocals with an evocative range, seamlessly shifting from deep blues to bright pop in a single song. Her masterful improvisation and exceptional storytelling pull audiences into an immersive experience that resonates long after the music ends.
These traits make Andrea the perfect singer to bring the music of Burt Bacharach to the VIFF Centre, paired with a special screening of Austin Powers, the 1997 comedy classic that features his music.
Music from 7:00 pm, Austin Powers at 8:15 pm approx (95 min)
A funny movie that only gets funnier.
Roger Ebert

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Play The Moment at Zameen Art House
2026-07-25 20:00 - 22:00 | Zameen Art House, 1515 Anderson St, Vancouver, BC, V6H 3R5, Canada
An evening of Improvisation ft. Victoria Gibson, Andrea Wong, Parmela Attariwala & Clyde Reed!
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Play the Moment is a new improvising collective ft. Victoria Gibson on electronics & guitars, Andrea Wong on violin and effects, Parmla Attariwala on viola & Clyde Reed on bass.
They will be making their debut performance at Zameen Art House as part of the New Thing, a monthly improvised music series presented by Infidels Jazz and the VJO Society.
Play the Moment
Zameen Art House
1515 Anderson
July 25, 2026
7:30PM Doors
8:00PM Show

Saige Adams Trio at Frankie's After Dark
2026-07-25 23:00 - 2026-07-26 00:15 | Frankie’s Jazz Club, 755 Beatty St, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 2M4, Canada
Join Saige Adams for her Frankie’s Debut, backed by rising stars Erin Kim and Sadie Koshan! After meeting in 2023, the three “Rhythm Buddies” have been jamming together ever since.
Saige Adams is a young guitarist based in Montréal and Vancouver. Empowered through her experiences under the mentorship of artists Jodi Proznick, Bill Coon and Greg Amirault, she strives to facilitate positive change in the male-dominated jazz industry. Saige is currently studying jazz performance at McGill University, and is a proud alum of the VSO School of Music’s Performance Prep Program.
Erin Kim is a bass player based in Montréal and Vancouver. Influenced by the diversity of music in both cities, Erin aims to present a continuously evolving sound.

Sadie Koshan is a drummer based in Vancouver and Montreal, currently studying at McGill School of Music. She plays in numerous musical groups of several genres in Montreal, Vancouver, and Toronto.
Frankie’s Jazz is presented by Infidels Jazz, and takes place every Friday and Saturday night from 11PM-1215AM. Admission is $10, which is added to your bill at the end of the night

Roberta Gambarini & Tamir Hendelman at Revue Stage
2026-07-26 14:00 - 15:30 | Revue Stage, 1601 Johnston Street, Vancouver, BC, Canada
Two time Grammy nominee Roberta Gambarini plays Vancouver for the first time!
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Roberta Gambarini is a one of the contemporary jazz world’s brightest vocal lights, having performed with everyone from the Heath Brothers to Hank Jones. She was part of Roy Hargrove’s band for almost two decades and is a two-time Grammy nominee. According to Kevin Lowenthal of the Boston Globe, she’s a true successor to Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan & Carmen McRae.
Tamir Hendelman has been one of jazz’ most sought after pianists for over 30 years. As the pianist for the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra he’s played with Gladys Knight & Diana Krall, and has recorded with Barbra Streisand & Natalie Cole.
On July 26th, these two stars are teaming up in Vancouver for the very first time, in a rare duo performance. This is Gambarini’s first performance in Vancouver.
Roberta Gambarini & Tamir Hendelman
Revue Stage 1601 Johnston (Granville Island)
July 26, 2026
Doors: 130PM
Show: 2PM
This concert is a co-presentation between Infidels Jazz & Cellar Music.

Max Huberdeau Quartet at Hero's Welcome
2026-07-26 14:00 - 16:00 | Hero’s Welcome, 3917 Main Street, Vancouver, BC, V5V 3P2, Canada
Max Huberdeau is a double threat, thrilling Vancouver audiences for years both as a pianist and drummer.

For his first Sundays at Hero’s Welcome show, he’ll be highlighting his talents as a pianist, and will be joined by Andrew Skepasts on guitar, Dan Howard on bass, and Jamison Ko on drums.

This concert is part of Sundays at Hero’s Welcome, presented by Infidels Jazz.

Max Huberdeau QuartetJuly 26, 20262-4PM$10 at the door.

Dan Howard Trio at Meo Chinatown
2026-07-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Meo Chinatown, 265 East Pender Street, Vancouver, BC, V6A 1T8, Canada
Dan Howard Trio at Meo Chinatown
7-9pm | No cover
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Gordon Grdina Trio at Hero's Welcome
2026-07-30 19:00 - 22:00 | Hero’s Welcome, 3917 Main Street, Vancouver, BC, V5V 3P2, Canada
Iconic Vancouver Trio plays their only show of 2026!

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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 2026 at Hero’s Welcome as part of Infidels Jazz popular Social Music series on July 31.
Gordon Grdina – Guitar, Oud
Tommy Babin – Bass
Kenton Loewen – Drums
Doors: 7PM
Show: 8PM
Tickets: $20 in advance, $25 at the door.
This show is part of Social Music, a monthly music series at Hero’s Welcome presented by Infidels Jazz.

Fabiano do Nascimento with Itamar Erez
2026-07-31 20:00 - 22:00 | The American, 926 Main Street, Vancouver, BC, V6A 2W1, Canada
MODO-LIVE x The Plant Present
Fabiano do Nascimento with Itamar Erez

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Fri, 31 July

Doors 7:00 PM

MODO-LIVE, THE PLANT present… Fabiano Nascimento w/ Itamar Erez

Friday July 31st, 2026

The American

926 Main St, Vancouver, BC V6A 2W1

Vancouver, BC

19+

Timeless Trio at Frankie's After Dark
2026-07-31 23:00 - 2026-08-01 00:15 | Frankie’s Jazz Club, 755 Beatty St, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 2M4, Canada
Returning from their studies in New York City, trumpeter William Xu and pianist Maxwell Holmes join award-winning guitarist Bill Coon to present Timeless Trio.

Exploring the unique sound of a trumpet-piano-guitar trio without the traditional time-keeping instruments, the group reimagines jazz standards in an intimate setting, emphasizing interplay and spontaneity.

Frankie’s Jazz is presented by Infidels Jazz, and takes place every Friday and Saturday night from 11PM-1215AM. Admission is $10, which is added to your bill at the end of the night

Jade Decker Trio at Frankie's After Dark
2026-08-01 23:00 - 2026-08-02 00:15 | Frankie’s Jazz Club, 755 Beatty St, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 2M4, Canada
Jade Decker is a vocalist and composer who wants to encourage LGBTQIA2S+ people in her community to find their voices, but the only way to encourage that is to be the example.

This trio will be presenting Jade’s original vocal jazz compositions, which musically explore diasporic longing, found family, and the spiritual devotion of queerness.

Jade Decker – VocalsBrittany Or – KeysBea Mondido – Bass

Frankie’s Jazz is presented by Infidels Jazz, and takes place every Friday and Saturday night from 11PM-1215AM. Admission is $10, which is added to your bill at the end of the night.

Ben Sigerson Trio at Meo Chinatown
2026-08-02 19:00 - 21:00 | Meo Chinatown, 265 East Pender Street, Vancouver, BC, V6A 1T8, Canada
Ben Sigerson Trio at Meo Chinatown
7-9pm | No cover
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Luke Young Quintet at Frankie's After Dark
2026-08-07 23:00 - 2026-08-08 00:15 | Frankie’s Jazz Club, 755 Beatty St, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 2M4, Canada
Trumpeter Luke Young has toured internationally, and performed with Grammy award winning musicians such as Nicholas Payton, Terri Lyne Carrington, and Ricardo Vogt.

His Quintet comprises of musicians from Berklee College of Music, and local talents. Performing a set of jazz standards and originals.

Luke Young – TrumpetKevin Huang – Alto saxophoneRick Son – PianoRaphael Agustin – BassJordy McIntosh – Drums

Frankie’s Jazz is presented by Infidels Jazz, and takes place every Friday and Saturday night from 11PM-1215AM. Admission is $10, which is added to your bill at the end of the night.

Robert Connely Farr at Mount Pleasant Day Festival
2026-08-08 14:30 - 15:15 | Hero’s Welcome, 3917 Main Street, Vancouver, BC, V5V 3P2, Canada
Robert Connely Farr at the Mount Pleasant Day Festival!
“Thunderous back alley blues” Guitar Player “menacing, guttural” Smithsonian Robert Connely Farr is from Bolton, Mississippi, home of Charley Patton, Sam Chatmon & the Mississippi Sheiks. He currently resides in Vancouver, BC. A friend & protege of Jimmy “Duck” Holmes, his music is rooted in the Bentonia Style of the Delta Blues – a style originated not far from his home in rural Mississippi.
Saturday, August 8th
Hero’s Welcome Stage
2:30pm

Amanda Cabralda Trio at Frankie's After Dark
2026-08-08 23:00 - 2026-08-09 00:15 | Frankie’s Jazz Club, 755 Beatty St, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 2M4, Canada
Amanda is a young up-and-coming jazz vocalist based in Metro Vancouver. With experience in a wide array of musical genres, her contralto register and unique vocal phrasing feel most at home when singing jazz.

Her passion for lyrical interpretation, hard-hitting swing, and the Great American Songbook are evident in her performances, which seek to honour iconic jazz vocalists such as Sarah Vaughan, Ella Fitzgerald, and Etta Jones. This trio will be playing a mix of classic and deep-cut repertoire from within the jazz tradition.

Amanda Cabralda – VocalsPatrick Kao – GuitarDavid Caballero – Bass

Frankie’s Jazz is presented by Infidels Jazz, and takes place every Friday and Saturday night from 11PM-1215AM. Admission is $10, which is added to your bill at the end of the night.

August Jazz Jam at Hero's Welcome with Jimi James
2026-08-09 14:00 - 16:00 | Hero’s Welcome, 3917 Main Street, Vancouver, BC, V5V 3P2, Canada
Infidels Jazz is proud to present our monthly FREE Jazz jam session which will take place at Hero’s Welcome at 3917 Main Street, one Sunday a month at 2PM.

Our next one is on August 09, and hosted by Jimi James. Special thanks to the Vancouver Jazz Orchestra Society for their help with this series.

These will be open Jazz jam sessions, which means that everybody from professionals to high school students will be welcome. If you’re under the age of 19, just make sure you have a guardian of legal age with you. You can use the instruments of the house band, but please be respectful of them.

Sundays at Hero’s Welcome (3917 Main Street) is a monthly 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. This jam session will be free to attend

Laura Crema + Jazz on a Summer's Day Film Screening
2026-08-09 14:00 - 16:40 | VIFF Centre, 1181 Seymour Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 3M7, Canada
Laura Crema celebrates the enduring influence of Anita O’Day with a performance that captures the wit, swing, and rhythmic daring that made O’Day a standout in jazz history.
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Known for her cool tone and inventive phrasing, O’Day redefined what a jazz singer could do — treating her voice like an instrument. Crema leans into that same spirit, bringing fresh energy to classic repertoire while highlighting the playful timing and improvisational flair that O’Day made famous.
Laura Crema – voice
Sharon Minemoto – keyboard
Jon Bentley – sax
Wynston Minkler – bass
Nino DiPasquale – drums
About Jazz on a Summer’s Day (Bert Stern, 1959, 85 min)
Filmed at the 1958 Newport Jazz Festival in Rhode Island and directed by world-renowned photographer Bert Stern, Jazz on a Summer’s Day features intimate performances by an all-star line-up of musical legends including Louis Armstrong, , Anita O’Day, Thelonious Monk, Gerry Mulligan, Chuck Berry, Dinah Washington, and closes with a beautiful rendition of The Lord’s Prayer by Mahalia Jackson at midnight to usher in Sunday morning. The film has been beautifully and extensively restored in 4K.
Gorgeous. Probably the best feature-length jazz concert movie ever made.
Jonathan Rosenbaum, Chicago Reader
Filmed with a rare artistry, a rare attention to making images of music that are themselves musical.
Richard Brody, New Yorker
