Infidels Jazz

TenorRiffic ft. Mike Allen & Steve Kaldestad at Hero's Welcome
2026-08-16 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Hero’s Welcome, 3917 Main Street, Vancouver, BC, V5V 3P2, Canada
Mike Allen & Steve Kaldestad are two of the greatest tenor saxophonists in the contemporary Canadian Jazz scene.

On August 16th, they’ll be teaming up for a rare double-tenor performance, along with Bill Coon, Steve Holy & Joe Poole. Come join us for one of the most swinging jazz concerts of the summer.

Mike Allen – Tenor SaxophoneSteve Kaldestad – Tenor SaxophoneBill Coon – GuitarSteve Holy – BassJoe Poole – Drums

This performance is part of Sundays at Hero’s Welcome, a weekly Jazz series presented at Hero’s Welcome. Admission is $10 at the door.

Hero’s Welcome3917 Main Street$10 at the door2-4PM

Jake Kostuchuk Trio at Meo Chinatown
2026-08-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Meo Chinatown, 265 East Pender Street, Vancouver, BC, V6A 1T8, Canada
Jake Kostuchuk Trio at Meo Chinatown
7-9pm | No cover
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Daniel Manglo Quartet at the Heatley
2026-08-17 20:00 - 22:00 | The Heatley, 696 E Hastings St, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6A 1R1, Canada
Daniel Manglo is one of brightest young lights on today’s Vancouver jazz scene.

He’ll be playing his first Infidels show on August 17th at the Heatley, as part of Infidels Jazz Pass the Hat series.

He’ll be joined by Ma’afu Keteca on baritone saxophone, Jose Guilles on keys, and Dan Howard on bass.
August 17, 20268PMThe Heatley – 696 E. Hastings

This concert is part of Pass the Hat, a monthly live jazz series at the Heatley presented by Infidels Jazz with support from the VJO Society. For this series, the musicians are paid by donation at the venue, either via cash or debit/credit.

Los Duendes at Hero's Welcome
2026-08-20 20:00 - 21:30 | Hero’s Welcome, 3917 Main Street, Vancouver, BC, V5V 3P2, Canada
Vancouver’s original Psych Cumbia and Salsa Quintet!
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Los Duendes brings the spirit of global psychedelia to the heart of Vancouver’s music scene, weaving together Cumbia, Afro-Cuban rhythms, and roots music into an electrifying tapestry of sound. This five-piece ensemble, whose name evokes the mischievous and magical spirits of Latin American folklore, transforms every venue into an unstoppable dance party with their unique fusion of traditional and contemporary styles.
Sangito Bigelow – Percussion, Vocals
Lily Towers – Vocals, Percussion
Seb Chamney – Guitars
Chris Couto – Drums
Chris Denis
This performance is part of Social Music, a monthly live music series at Hero’s Welcome, presented by Infidels Jazz.
Hero’s Welcome
3917 Main Street
August 20, 2026
Doors – 7PM
Show – 8PM
$20 in advance, $25 at the door

Paul Rushka Trio + Brad Turner at Hero's Welcome
2026-08-23 14:00 - 16:00 | Hero’s Welcome, 3917 Main Street, Vancouver, BC, V5V 3P2, Canada
Paul Rushka is one of Canada’s finest bass players, known for his work with Joe LaBarbera, Julian Priester, Gary Smulyan, Jimmy Greene, Peter Bernstein, Seamus Blake, Eric Alexander, Mike LeDonne, Kirk MacDonal & many others.

On August 23rd he’ll be playing his first Infidels show as a leader, joined by the great Brad Turner on bass, plus David Sikula & Bernie Arai.

This performance is part of Sundays at Hero’s Welcome, a weekly Jazz series presented by Infidels Jazz. Admission is $10 at the door.

Hero’s Welcome3917 MainAugust 23rd, 20262-4PM

Miki Yamanaka Trio + Nicole Glover at Revue Stage
2026-08-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Revue Stage, 1601 Johnston Street, Vancouver, BC, Canada
One of New York’s hottest Jazz pianists teams up with one of the greatest saxophonists on the planet!
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Japanese-born pianist Miki Yamanaka has called New York City home since 2012 and in the past decade has wasted no time establishing herself as one of the leading personalities of her generation on the piano and beyond. Yamanaka has gained international recognition from her albums as a leader; her most recent and most celebrated release, “Chance” (Cellar Music), features her NYC rhythm section, Tyrone Allen II and Jimmy Macbride.
For this very special Vancouver performance, Miki will be joined by her regular trio, and special guest Nicole Glover on tenor saxophone. Nicole is a current member of Christian McBride’s Ursa Major, and is a core member of Rene Rosnes’ Artemis project. She is widely considered to be among the greatest tenor saxophonists of her generation.
Miki Yamanaka – Piano
Nicole Glover – Tenor Saxophone
Tyrone Allen II – Bass
Jimmy Macbride – Drums
Miki Yamanaka Trio + Nicole Glover
August 23, 2026, 7PM
Revue Stage 1601 Johnston Street
$41 in advance, $50 at the door.
This concert is a joint presentation between Infidels Jazz & Cellar Music.

David Caballero Trio at Meo Chinatown
2026-08-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Meo Chinatown, 265 East Pender Street, Vancouver, BC, V6A 1T8, Canada
David Caballero Trio at Meo Chinatown
7-9pm | No cover
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Matt Franceschini Trio at Frankie's After Dark
2026-08-28 23:00 - 2026-08-29 00:15 | Frankie’s Jazz Club, 755 Beatty St, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 2M4, Canada
Guitarist and composer Matt Franceschini has captivated audiences across the country with his dynamic playing and lyrical improvisation.

Blending original compositions with timeless takes on the Great American Songbook, his trio creates performances rooted in dynamic group interplay, spontaneity, and conversation.

Matt Francheschini – GuitarWynston Minckler – BassKarl DeJong – 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.

Winston Matsushita Trio at Frankie's After Dark
2026-08-29 23:00 - 2026-08-30 00:15 | Frankie’s Jazz Club, 755 Beatty St, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 2M4, Canada
A dynamic jazz pianist rooted in the bebop tradition, Winston Matsushita has performed and toured across Canada at renowned venues including The Jazz Bistro, The Rex, and Frankie’s Jazz Club.

Known for a smooth, rhythmic touch and expressive improvisation, his playing blends classic jazz language with a modern sensibility. Online, he is also recognized as the “keyboard grinder,” where he streams and explores music across a wide range of styles and genres.

Winston Matsushita – PianoDavid Caballero – BassWes Anderson – 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 Fraser Trio at Meo Chinatown
2026-08-30 19:00 - 21:00 | Meo Chinatown, 265 East Pender Street, Vancouver, BC, V6A 1T8, Canada
Chris Fraser Trio at Meo Chinatown
7-9pm | No cover
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Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears w/ Shaun Finn
2026-08-30 20:00 - 22:00 | The Pearl, 881 Granville St, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6Z 1L1, Canada
Black Joe Lewis at The Pearl
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MODO-LIVE, The Plant, The Infidels Jazz present…

BLACK JOE LEWIS & THE HONEYBEARS w/ Shaun Finn

Sunday, August 30th, 2026

The Pearl

Vancouver, BC

19+

John Pizzarelli Presents "Dear Mr. Bennett”
2026-09-10 19:30 - 21:00 | BlueShore Centre at Capilano University, 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver, BC, V7J 3H5, Canada
With more than 30 albums to his credit, Pizzarelli remains a towering figure in jazz, celebrated for his masterful guitar work, relaxed vocal charm, and his ability to bridge the gap between classic jazz, swing, and modern pop. As a master of the Great American Songbook, he is often compared to Nat King Cole.
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While Pizzarelli has been hailed for reinvigorating the Songbook, he has also expanded the repertoire. Known for “jazzifying” pop songs, his setlists include the music of Paul McCartney, Joni Mitchell, Neil Young, Tom Waits, Antônio Carlos Jobim and the Beatles.
He is recognized as one of the most talented guitarists in mainstream jazz today, often blending rapid, clean guitar lines with scat singing in a manner reminiscent of George Benson.
In addition to being a bandleader and solo performer, Pizzarelli has been a special guest on recordings for such stars as Natalie Cole and Rickie Lee Jones, as well as leading jazz artists such as Rosemary Clooney, Buddy DeFranco and, of course, his father Bucky Pizzarelli.
Pizzarelli’s latest album celebrates the centennial of iconic singer Tony Bennett. Dear Mr. Bennett features Pizzarelli’s trio with bassist Mike Karn and pianist Isaiah J. Thompson performing timeless songs made famous by Bennett – favourites of which will be highlighted at this concert.
This special event is co-presented with Infidels Jazz and Modo Live.
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Thursday, September 10, 2026 | 7:30 PM

Dana and Alden: Papa's Boat Tour at The Pearl
2026-09-10 20:00 - 22:00 | The Pearl, 881 Granville St, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6Z 1L1, Canada
MODO-LIVE, The Plant, The Infidels Jazz present…
DANA AND ALDEN
Papa’s Boat Tour
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Thursday September 10th, 2026
The Pearl
Vancouver, BC
19+

Shiraz to Cairo at Warehouse Studio
2026-09-11 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-09-11 19:30 - 20:30 | The Warehouse Studio, 100 Powell St, Vancouver, BC, V6A 1G1, Canada
Arabic & Persian Musical Dialogue
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Shiraz to Cairo explores the shared themes and musical connections that stretch from Persia to North Africa. Featuring playful new interpretations of beloved folk and classical pieces, the project brings together a quartet of exceptional performers:
Hossein Meimani — Setar
Ahmed Maher — Oud
Marjan Al-e Khamis — Violin
Omid Dehghani — Percussion
But this is more than a concert. The quartet will record the performance live at Vancouver’s world-famous Warehouse Studio. Seated alongside the musicians inside the studio’s legendary live room, the audience will experience every detail through headphones, listening to a live mix as the recording unfolds around them.
Shiraz to Cairo
September 11, 2026
Two Shows: 6PM & 730PM
$60 in advance, $70 at the door.
These concerts are co-presentations between Anchor & Infidels Jazz.
Please note that by purchasing a ticket to these events, you are consenting to possibly be photographed/videotaped as part of the audio/video recording taking place

Vieux Farka Touré with Special Guests
2026-09-12 20:00 - 21:30 | The Pearl, 881 Granville St, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6Z 1L1, Canada
VIEUX FARKA TOURÉ w/ Special Guests
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Presented by MODO-LIVE, The Plant, BlueShore & Infidels
Saturday September 12th, 2026
The Pearl
Vancouver, BC
7:00PM Doors
Ages 19+

Hejira's Brew at the American
2026-09-13 18:00 - 19:30 | The American, 926 Main Street, Vancouver, BC, V6A 2W1, Canada
10 Piece Band Inspired by Joni Mitchell & Miles Davis
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Hejra’s Brew, led by Lisa Cay Miller, performs improvised and composed music that is inspired by the deep groves of the revolutionary Miles Davis album, Bitches Brew, and the songwriting poetic and Harmonic genius Of Joni Mitchell, especially the album Hejira. Performing for over 10 years in various incantations, this ensemble features some of vancouver‘s best improvisers.
This concert is part of Very Big Bands at the American, a monthly concert series focussing on the very best big band in the Vancouver area.
Hejira’s Brew
The American
September 13, 2026
Doors – 5PM
Show – 6PM
$20 in advance, $25 at the door

Celebration of John Coltrane at Zameen Art House
2026-09-18 20:00 - 22:00 | Zameen Art House, 1515 Anderson St, Vancouver, BC, V6H 3R5, Canada
An improvised musical celebration of John Coltrane’s 100th Birthday featuring 6 of Vancouver’s most exciting improvisers.
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On September 18th, 6 of Vancouver’s most exciting improvisers will be playing together for the first time, to create an improvised experience that will celebrate John Coltrane’s life and work.
Feven Kidane – Trumpet
Gordy Li – Saxophones
Nebyu Yohannes – Trombone
Brian Horswill – Piano
Clyde Reed – Bass
Kenton Loewen – Drums
John Coltrane is one of the most iconic figures in the history of Jazz, known for his technical process and his williingess to buck conventional wisdom and create new forms for his music. In September 2026th, Vancouver’s Jazz scene is celebrating his 100th birthday, with a series of concerts featuring the very best local musicians.
This performance will be part of the New Thing, a monthly improvised music series at Zameen Art House presented by Infidels Jazz & VJO Society.

THE GREYBOY ALLSTARS at the Rickshaw
2026-09-19 20:00 - 22:00 | Rickshaw Theatre, 254 East Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC, V6A 1P1, Canada
MODO-LIVE, The Plant, The Infidels Jazz present…
THE GREYBOY ALLSTARS
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Saturday Septemebr 19th, 2026
Rickshaw Theatre
Vancouver, BC
19+

John Lee Trio at Hero's Welcome
2026-09-20 14:00 - 16:00 | Hero’s Welcome, 3917 Main Street, Vancouver, BC, V5V 3P2, Canada
One Canada’s greatest Jazz guitarist plays with organ master Pat Bianchi & drumming sensation Byron Landham for the first time!
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Guitarist and multi-instrumentalist John Lee returns to the stage for a special afternoon performance joined by two celebrated guests from New York: organ master Pat Bianchi and renowned drummer Byron Landham. Best known for his deeply swinging approach and versatility across multiple instruments, Lee will be featured here on guitar as he prepares to record his third album as a leader for Cellar Music Group. With Bianchi’s soulful Hammond organ sound and Landham’s driving rhythmic force, this trio promises an energetic and hard-grooving set rooted in the classic organ trio tradition while showcasing Lee’s distinctive voice as both a performer and composer.
John Lee Trio ft. Pat Bianchi & Byron Landham
September 20th, 2026
Hero’s Welcome
3917 Main St. Vancouver, BC
2-4PM
$25 in advance, $30 at the door
This performance is part of Sundays at Hero’s Welcome, a weekly live Jazz series at Hero’s Welcome presented by Infidels Jazz.

JAZZ IS DEAD featuring Cortex
2026-09-22 19:30 - 21:00 | Chan Centre, 6265 Crescent Rd, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z1, Canada
Founded and led by pianist, composer, and vocalist Alain Mion, recognized as a gold and platnium certified songwriter by the National Music Publishers’ Association, Cortex carved out a singular place in music history with their innovative fusion of jazz, rock, and funk.
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Their iconic 1975 album Troupeau Bleu is widely regarded as a masterpiece and became a cornerstone of hip-hop sampling, its timeless grooves reimaged by artists including Tyler, The Creator, Madlib, Rick Ross, Kanye West, Baby Keem, and Damso. With over 220 documented samples and more than 120 million streams across all platforms, Cortex’s influence continues to echo through the jazz and hip-hop communities alike, a living bridge between the golden age of french jazz-funk and the beatmakers of today. On this this tour, audiences can expect selections spanning the group’s entire career.

Devin Gray, Gordon Grdina & JP Carter at Zameen
2026-09-22 20:00 - 22:00 | Zameen Art House, 1515 Anderson St, Vancouver, BC, V6H 3R5, Canada
One of New York’s most creative drummers plays his first Vancouver show ever
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Devin Gray (Portland Maine, USA)‬ is a distinguished drummer, composer, bandleader and producer‬‭ known for his innovative contributions to contemporary jazz. Since relocating to New York City in‬‭ 2006, Gray has become a prominent figure in the jazz community, collaborating with esteemed‬‭ musicians such as David Liebman, Gary Thomas, Tony Malaby, and Kris Davis. He currently‬‭ divides his time between Brooklyn and Berlin, engaging with diverse musical scenes.‬‭
For his first Vancouver concert ever he’ll be joined by two of Vancouver’s most prolific musicians: Gordon Grdina on guitar, and JP Carter on trumpet.
This performance is part of the New Thing, a monthly creative music series presented by Infidels Jazz, with support from the Vancouver Jazz Orchestra Society.
Devin Gray, Gordon Grdina & JP Carter
Zameen Art House
Sept 22, 2026
1515 Anderson
8PM
$20 in advance, $25 at the door.

Cuba X Coltrane at Hero's Welcome
2026-09-24 19:00 - 22:00 | Hero’s Welcome, 3917 Main Street, Vancouver, BC, V5V 3P2, Canada
To celebrate the 100th birthday of John Coltrane, Ryan Oliver brings Coltrane’s music to Hero’s Welcome, with a Cuban band!
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Ryan Oliver is one of Western Canada’s most celebrated saxophonists, having been nominated for a Juno, winning best jazz musician of the year at the 2022 Western Canadian music awards, and having been a member of the Shuffle Demons for over 15 years.
To celebrate the 100th birthday of John Coltrane, Ryan Oliver brings Coltrane’s music to Hero’s Welcome, with a Cuban band!
This concert is part of Social Music, a monthly live music series at Hero’s Welcome presented by Infidels Jazz, and part of Vancouver Celebrates Coltrane.
Cuba X Coltrane
Ft. Ryan Oliver Sextet
September 24, 2026
Hero’s Welcome 3917 Main Street
Doors 7PM
Show 8PM
19+

Ryan Oliver Plays John Coltrane + Chasing Trane Documentary
2026-09-25 19:30 - 22:10 | VIFF Centre, 1181 Seymour Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 3M7, Canada
Ryan Oliver is one of Canada’s greatest tenor saxophonists, known for his work with Dee Daniels and the Shuffle Demons, and for his multiple Juno and Western Canadian Music Award nominations.
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On September 25th, he’ll be bringing an all-star band to VIFF Centre for the first time, to play the music of John Coltrane in honour of that icon’s 100th birthday. This special performance will be paired with a screening of Chasing Trane, a 2016 documentary about John Coltrane directed by John Scheinfeld. This performance is part of Vancouver Celebrates John Coltrane, a city-wide celebration of the 100th birthday of John Coltrane.
Ryan Oliver – Tenor Saxophone
Nick Peck – Piano
Ken Lister – Bass
Jess Cahill – Drums
About the film: Chasing Trane (2016, 99 mins)
The definitive Coltrane documentary, John Scheinfeld’s film digs deep to illuminate the incredible artistic path of one of 20th century music’s most innovative iconoclasts. Interviews with the men who played with him (including Jimmy Heath and McCoy Tyner) are no more eloquent than the testimonies of those who heard him play, like Carlos Santana and John Densmore of the Doors, who describe an artist seemingly rearranging the very structure of their universe.
You could walk into this movie knowing nothing about Coltrane and walk out an impassioned convert.
Owen Gleiberman, Variety
A music titan gets his cinematic due.
Todd McCarthy, Hollywood Reporter
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John Coltrane's A Love Supreme Performed Live
2026-09-26 20:00 - 22:00 | Chan Centre, 6265 Crescent Rd, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z1, Canada
Recorded in 1964, John Coltrane’s A Love Supreme is considered one of the most important Jazz albums ever made.
Get Tickets To celebrate John Coltrane’s 100th Birthday, Canadian saxophonist Ryan Oliver will be performing this iconic album live at the Telus Studio, with a band featuring some of British Columbia’s best Jazz musicians. Oliver is a Juno-nominated saxophonist currently based in Victoria, known for his work with Canadian notables like Dee Daniels, Neil Swainson, and the Shuffle Demons. Ryan Oliver – Tenor SaxophoneNick Peck – PianoKen Lister – BassJess Cahill – DrumsThis concert is presented by Chan Centre & Infidels Jazz, as part of Vancouver Celebrates Coltrane, a month long festival celebrating John Coltrane’s 100th Birthday.

Reimagining John Coltrane Ft. Ardeshir & Strings
2026-09-27 14:00 - 15:30, 2026-09-27 19:00 - 20:30 | Revue Stage, 1601 Johnston Street, Vancouver, BC, Canada
The Music of John Coltrane Reimagined for String Orchestra & Jazz Quartet
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September 2026 is the 100th birthday of one of the most iconic figures in Jazz history, John Coltrane. To celebrate this monumental event, Vancouver saxophonist Ardeshir Poureramati has arranged some of Coltrane’s most famous compositions for a 17 person string orchestra, and Jazz Quartet.
This special performance is presented by Infidels Jazz.
Reimagining John Coltrane
Ft. Ardeshir Quartet & String Orchestra
September 27, 2026
2PM & 7PM
Revue Stage 1601 Johnston
Vancouver BC
$51 in advance, $61 at the door.

PAT METHENY -- Side-Eye III+ -- Quebec City
2026-10-05 19:30 - 21:30 | Grand Théâtre de Québec, 269 Bd René-Lévesque E, Quebec, QC, G1R 2B3, Canada
MODO-LIVE, The Infidels Jazz present…PAT METHENY – SIDE-EYE III+

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Monday October 5th, 2026Le Grand TheatreQuebec, QC
Doors: 6:30pmShow: 7:30pmGA

Ticketmaster CEN Presale: May 28th 10 AM – 10 PM ESTArtist & Modo-Live Presale May 28th @ 10AM -10 PM EST Password: [REDACTED] Onsale May 29th @ 10AM Local

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Le guitariste et compositeur Pat Metheny, lauréat de 20 Grammy Awards, est de retour avec « Side-Eye III+ », sa plus imposante formation en plus de dix ans. Il est accompagné de Joe Dyson (batterie), Chris Fishman (claviers), Jermaine Paul (basse) et Leonard Patton (percussions et voix).
Porté par Side-Eye III+, premier album studio en groupe de Metheny depuis six ans, le spectacle propose de nouvelles compositions ambitieuses ainsi que des relectures audacieuses de pièces marquantes et de classiques de son répertoire.
Le résultat : une performance puissante et résolument tournée vers l’avenir, qui témoigne de l’évolution constante de Metheny tout en célébrant le son unique qui a façonné sa carrière légendaire.
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20-time Grammy Award–winning guitarist and composer Pat Metheny returns with “Side-Eye III+”, his largest ensemble in over a decade—joined by Joe Dyson (drums), Chris Fishman (keyboards), Jermaine Paul (bass), and Leonard Patton (percussion & vocals).
Supported by Side-Eye III+, Metheny’s first studio album with a group in six years, the show offers ambitious new compositions as well as bold reinterpretations of landmark pieces and classics from their repertoire.
The result is a powerful, forward-looking performance that highlights Metheny’s ongoing evolution while honoring the sound that has defined his legendary career.

PAT METHENY -- Side-Eye III+ -- Montreal
2026-10-06 19:30 - 21:30 | L’Olympia, billetterie@olympiamontreal.com, Montréal, QC, H2L 2G2, Canada
MODO-LIVE, The Infidels Jazz present…PAT METHENY – SIDE-EYE III+

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Mardi 6 octobre/ Tuesday, October 6, 2026Portes : 18h30 / Doors : 6:30 pmSpectacle: 19h30 / Show : 7:30 pm

Configuration: Théâtre, sièges assignés / Theater, assigned seats
BILLETS / TICKETS (taxes et frais de service inclus / tax and service fees included)Régulier / Regular I À partir de / from 82,50

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Le guitariste et compositeur Pat Metheny, lauréat de 20 Grammy Awards, est de retour avec « Side-Eye III+ », sa plus imposante formation en plus de dix ans. Il est accompagné de Joe Dyson (batterie), Chris Fishman (claviers), Jermaine Paul (basse) et Leonard Patton (percussions et voix).
Porté par Side-Eye III+, premier album studio en groupe de Metheny depuis six ans, le spectacle propose de nouvelles compositions ambitieuses ainsi que des relectures audacieuses de pièces marquantes et de classiques de son répertoire.
Le résultat : une performance puissante et résolument tournée vers l’avenir, qui témoigne de l’évolution constante de Metheny tout en célébrant le son unique qui a façonné sa carrière légendaire.
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20-time Grammy Award–winning guitarist and composer Pat Metheny returns with “Side-Eye III+”, his largest ensemble in over a decade—joined by Joe Dyson (drums), Chris Fishman (keyboards), Jermaine Paul (bass), and Leonard Patton (percussion & vocals).
Supported by Side-Eye III+, Metheny’s first studio album with a group in six years, the show offers ambitious new compositions as well as bold reinterpretations of landmark pieces and classics from their repertoire.
The result is a powerful, forward-looking performance that highlights Metheny’s ongoing evolution while honoring the sound that has defined his legendary career.

PAT METHENY -- Side-Eye III+ -- Ottawa
2026-10-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Algonquin Commons Theatre, 1385 Woodroffe Ave, Algonquin College - Bldg E, Robert C. Gillett Student Commons, Nepean, ON, K2G 1V8, Canada
Pat Metheny, born August 12, 1954, in Lee’s Summit, Missouri, has stood at the forefront of modern music for more than five decades.
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Beginning on trumpet at age eight and switching to guitar at twelve, Metheny was performing with Kansas City’s top jazz musicians by fifteen—an early start that helped shape his unmistakable sound.
After joining vibraphonist Gary Burton’s group in 1974, Metheny’s horn-like phrasing, lyrical touch, and rhythmic fluidity quickly distinguished him. His debut album, Bright Size Life (1975), redefined the possibilities of jazz guitar, introducing a new sonic openness and melodic clarity that inspired generations of players.
With more than 20 million albums sold and 20 Grammy Awards in ten different categories—a record unmatched by any other artist—Metheny’s influence extends across genres and generations.
His collaborations span from Steve Reich and Ornette Coleman to Herbie Hancock, Jim Hall, Milton Nascimento, and David Bowie. His compositions encompass everything from solo guitar works and orchestral pieces to the groundbreaking Orchestrion project.
A dedicated educator, Metheny became the youngest instructor in the history of both the University of Miami and Berklee College of Music, where he later received an honorary doctorate. He is a member of the DownBeat Hall of Fame, a NEA Jazz Master, and an inductee of both the Royal Swedish Academy of Music and the Missouri Hall of Fame.
In 2026, Metheny will embark on a world tour with his new ensemble Side-Eye III+, supporting the release of their self-titled album—the first on his new label, Uniquity Music, which will encompass all of his recordings since 1984 and all future projects.
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Cost: $99.50 to $$159.50 (plus applicable fees)Detail: https://www.algonquinsa.com/event/pat-metheny-side-eye-iii
All ages event. Children aged 2 and under may attend the event at no cost (with no ticket), provided they sit on a parent’s lap.
