Vancouver first-call guitarist Chris Fraser is known for his uniquely soulful and energetic style on the instrument. He leads an all-star trio featuring Conrad Good (bs) and Bernie Arai (dr) that will explore wily original compositions, not-oft played standard tunes, and contemporary treatments of popular radio hits. Frankie's After Dark takes place every Friday and […]
Considered the finest Jazz Vocal Improviser in Canada by her peers, her fans and by the musicians who work with her, Jennifer Scott is an important Jazz Voice. She has sung with such Jazz Greats as: Gene Bertoncini, Clark Terry, Tommy Banks, Paul Horn and Kenny Wheeler to name a few. She has been nominated […]
Mili Hong is a Montreal-based Korean drummer who has been playing various styles of music, including jazz, pop, improvised music, rock, and folk, for over a decade. Her ability to adapt to different types of music, with a keen sensitivity to dynamics, allows her to express a wide range of emotions and connect more deeply […]
This will be the first official Peregrine Falls show in 6 years! Gordon Grdina and Kenton Loewen tease out the heavy handed improv with sticks and guitar strings. Lacerating riffs curl out like black smoke, drums tumbling erratic like a head-on locomotive collision. Witness inspired expertise in form of mathy sludge. This event is on […]
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 […]
