The name Ásef has its origins in Arabic and Persian cultures. It is a popular name in Muslim communities and carries spiritual and cultural significance. In Hebrew, the word means to gather or harvest. Ásef has a unique sound melding Middle eastern overtones with jazz improvisation. The members of the group bring to the stage […]
Only the second performance by a new band co-led by Vancouver Jazz icons Tony Wilson (guitar/composition) and John Korsrud (trumpet/composition), and featuring original new music by both. The ensemble also features Ron Samworth (guitar), John NIcholson (sax), Jeremy Berkman (trombone), James Meger (bass) and Kevin Romain (drums). The Expression Sessions is a semi-regular series dedicated […]
RJ Abella has been making a name for himself as one of the hottest young trumpeters in Vancouver, as per his recent performances with the Ghibli Jazz Orchestra & Cowboy Bebop Bebop Band. He’ll be making his bandleading debut at Frankie’s After Dark on January 31 with Connor Lum, Jake Mcintyre-Paul & Seth Kitamura. Frankie's […]
To celebrate the music of Sun Ra, two of Vancouver’s strongest creative voices join forces for a one-night only performance at the VIFF Centre, along with a rare screening of the revolutionary 1974 Afro-Futurist film Space is the Place, featuring Sun Ra. Feven Kidane is a Vancouver-based trumpeter who has been selling out shows at […]
Max Huberdeau is a Vancouver-based jazz pianist, composer and drummer. His playing and writing for piano trio takes particular inspiration from soulful, lyrical and progressive pianists such as Keith Jarrett and Aaron Parks. He is excited to bring to Frankie’s a program of intriguing original compositions and canny arrangements of classic jazz repertoire. He is […]
Vocalist Teresa Marie is a vibrant new (ish) voice on the Vancouver Jazz scene, selling out shows at Tyrant Studios, Frankie's Jazz club, and every other space in town. For her second Hero's Welcome show, she'll be joined by Wynston Minckler, Dean Thiessen, and Tyler Murray. Sundays at Hero's Welcome (3917 Main Street) is a […]
The members of Ruby Lane Organ Trio have played many musical styles, but what brought us together was a mutual love of the great organ trios of the past, bands led by Jimmy Smith, Wes Montgomery, Joey DeFrancesco and Dr. Lonnie Smith. And while these names are generally classified as jazz, good music is good […]
Benjamin Sigerson is a composer and pianist, having received his degree in Composition at McGill University, having studied under Brian Cherney and Christine Jensen. Sigerson has won several awards for both composition and performance, and recently released a five-keyboard record “The Forest for the Trees” with Cellar Live. Joining him is John Mossie, a bassist […]
The Riley Poystila Quintet tribute Funk and Motown. The Riley Poystila Quintet is a group of Vancouver based musicians whose goal is to share LGBTQ+ music and funky tunes to all. Members include Dominique Hallberg, Kate Johnson, Casey Thomas-Burns, Brodie Jones and, of course, Riley Poystila. Pass the Hat is a monthly series at the […]
Experience a soulful Valentine’s Day with Krystle Dos Santos as she pays tribute to the timeless music of Sade. Backed by a stunning 6-piece band, Dos Santos captures the smooth, sultry essence of Sade’s hits, delivering favorites like “Smooth Operator” and “No Ordinary Love” with rich vocals and captivating presence. This intimate evening promises lush […]
