Play The Moment at Zameen Art House
2026-07-25 20:00 - 22:00 (America/Vancouver) | 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

SOLD OUT Michael Sarin, Ron Samworth & Bill Clark at Zameen
2026-08-14 20:00 - 22:00 | Zameen Art House, 1515 Anderson St, Vancouver, BC, V6H 3R5, Canada
New York Drummer Michael Sarin returns to Vancouver for his first concert there in over 25 years!
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New York Based drummer Michael Sarin has been a cornerstone of the American Avant-garde scene for over 30 years, known for his work with Dave Douglas, Myra Melford, Anthony Coleman, Thomas Chapin & John Zorn.
On August 14th Sarin returns to Vancouver for the first time in over 25 years, performing with long-time colleagues Ron Samworth & Bill Clark, two veterans of the Vancouver creative music scene.
This performance is part of the New Thing, a monthly improvised music series presented by Infidels Jazz & VJO Society.
Michael Sarin – Drums
Bill Clark – Trumpet
Ron Samworth – Guitar
Zameen Art House
1515 Anderson
August 14th, 2026
Doors – 730PM
Show – 8PM

Daniel Marmer Quartet at Frankie's After Dark
2026-08-14 23:00 - 2026-08-15 00:15 | Frankie’s Jazz Club, 755 Beatty St, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 2M4, Canada
Guitarist-composer Daniel Marmer presents a captivating showcase of originals, standards, and arrangements inspired by the jazz tradition and themes of love, freedom, and energy.

Raised in Vancouver and based in Montreal, Daniel has had the opportunity to learn from and collaborate with musicians Jodi Proznick, Kevin Dean, Camille Thurman, Darrell Green, and more.

Daniel’s quartet performs on the principles of togetherness and playful resilience, blending post-bop rhythms and harmonies with the modern guitar tradition. This band features Vancouver powerhouses Rick Son, Raphael Agustin, and Arvind Ramdas.

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.

Colin Sankey Band Plays The Music of Mario
2026-08-15 20:00 - 22:00 | Rec Room Granville, 855 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC, V6Z 1K7, Canada
Fusion Band Plays The Music of Mario!
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Award Winning Bassist Colin Sankey bring the music of Mario to Infidels Jazz popular Cheat Codes series at Rec Room Granville!
Colin Sankey Band Plays The Music of Mario
August 15th, 2026
Rec Room Granville
855 Granville
Doors: 7PM / Show 8PM
$20 in advance, $25 at the door

Ruthie Ha Farewell (for now) Concert at China Cloud
2026-08-15 20:00 - 22:00 | China Cloud, 524 Main St, Vancouver, BC, V6A 2T9, Canada
One of Vancouver’s most talented young saxophonists plays her last Vancouver concert….for now
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Ruthie Ha is one of Vancouver’s most dynamic and versatile young saxophonists, and has become an important part of the scene in a short period of time. They’ll be leaving the city for a while to study, and will be performing one last concert to say goodbye to the scene….for now.
Ruthie Ha – Saxophones
Jade Decker – Vocals
Jancis Bautista – Keyboards
David Caballero – Bass
Jordy McIntosh – Drums
This performance is part of the East Van Shuffle, a monthly live Jazz series at China Cloud presented by Infidels Jazz.
August 15, 2026
China Cloud 524 Main Street
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.

Daniel Howard Trio at Frankie's After Dark
2026-08-15 23:00 - 2026-08-16 00:15 | Frankie’s Jazz Club, 755 Beatty St, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 2M4, Canada
Bassist/arranger/composer Daniel Howard is an established voice on the Vancouver jazz scene, and has shared the stage with local greats such as Mimosa, Victor Noriega, Triston Paxton, John Lee, and Chris Davis.

Daniel has a broad range of influences ranging from the great hard-bop piano trios to Radiohead and Nirvana.

Dan Howard – BassMax Huberdeau – PianoJesse Cahill – 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.

TenorRiffic ft. Mike Allen & Steve Kaldestad at Hero's Welcome
2026-08-16 14:00 - 16:00 | 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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