Eli Davidovici has been working as a bassist and composer in Vancouver and Montreal for over a decade, collaborating with established and emerging musicians in the Jazz/Creative/Folk/Indie scenes and contributing his own unique voice to the cities’ diverse musical landscapes. While making a name for himself as a sideman, playing bass on records by Ben […]
Allison Au, Jodi Proznick, and Mili Hong are three of Canada's premier Jazz musicians, bringing with them decades of performing and recording experience, not to mention 5 Juno nominations and one win. On March 06, they will be celebrating the release of their first album as a trio, "Dunbar Heights", recorded live last spring in […]
The STRANGER FRIENDS Orchestra is a 15-piece modern big band led by composer Dean Thiessen. The phrase ‘Stranger Friends’ evokes an awareness of the community that can be established through music and music making. The ensemble is comprised of some of the most creative and inspiring young voices in the West Coast music scene. The […]
Wrabbit Hunting with the Isaac Story Trio Along with his 2 pals Jordy McIntosh (Drums), and Connor Lum (Alto), The Isaac Story trio is excited to bring to you an evening of music. With the power of friendship these 3 will navigate through a mix of original compositions and standard jazz tunes. Frankie's After Dark […]
Valérie Lacombe (she/her) is a jazz drummer based in Montreal. She has toured throughout Canada with The Ostara Project, Quinn Bachand’s Brishen and the Sam Kirmayer Quartet. Valerie has performed at NPR Tiny Desk, SXSW, CBC First Play, the Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal International Jazz Festivals, and more. She is featured on Bird Call (2022), […]
In a genre and industry where women have been severely underrepresented, the Ostara Project is a beautiful example of perseverance, community, and a deep love for the music. New growth rising out of darkness, stretching for new life, propelled by hope. This is the music of Ostara. For this special Vancouver performance, Ostara will be […]
Jonah Parzen-Johnson makes music for baritone saxophone & flute that challenges listeners with experimental textures & forms while embracing them with warm approachable melodies. A Chicago native and longtime Brooklyn resident, Jonah has performed solo in more than a dozen countries across four continents. He has brought his music to festivals in Berlin & Helsinki, […]
Brittany Anjou is a New York based pianist & composer, and has toured and recorded with Jeremy Pelt, The Shaggs, Elysian Fields, Sophie Auster, SAADI, and many others, and is looking forward to performing in Vancouver for only the second time. Moon Mode is dedicated to performing works by womxn and non-binary composers, using telematic […]
The Blazing Eraz is a platform created by Tim Proznick that represents the eras of music and artists that have helped shape his musical journey into what it is today. Having grown up in a family of jazz enthusiasts, players, and educators, it has been the single, most consistent thing in his life. His appreciation […]
Dave Say is a Canadian jazz saxophonist and composer renowned for his soulful interpretations, powerhouse sound, tasteful inventiveness, and adventurous improvisations. Dave has headlined at every major venue in western Canada. He is a favourite at the Vancouver International Jazz Festival where he presents his contemporary jazz original compositions to a riveted audience each year. […]
