114 results for tag: Jazz

Apollo Suns

Led by composer/guitarist Ed Durocher, Winnipeg's Apollo Suns is a 9-piece instrumental collective that fuses the influences of jazz, rock, and psychedelic. Best known for its high-octane live show, the group has performed at the Winnipeg Jazz Festival, the Vermont Jazz Fest, and the Calgary Stampede. The band has several ... Read More

Martin Janovsky

Piano Fridays is the perfect way to start your weekend – live piano with great food and drink. Famous for his vast repertoire of jazz and classical standards and his entertaining banter, Martin Janovsky sits down at the Yamaha S6 at 4:30 to play three sets.  No Cover!     Read More

Solstice

With nine voices blending beautiful harmonies and a rhythm section that keeps everything swinging, Solstice has been performing vocal jazz and entertaining audiences for over 45 years. Solstice showcases the vocal talents of Rod Bell, Michelle Clancy, Bob Cowan, Grant Currie, Jean Currie, Heather Hataley, Lori Newman, Pam ... Read More

Ian Sinclair Quintet with special guest Jake Hanlon

Pianist and composer Ian Sinclair returns to our stage to perform with all-star players from across the province–Dean McNeill (trumpet), Donny Kennedy (alto saxophone), Chris Wallace (drums), and newcomer Jakob Bjornson (bass). Special guest will be guitarist and composer Jake Hanlon, who chairs the music department at St. ... Read More

Farah Siraj

Considered Jordan's musical ambassador, virtuoso vocalist Farah Siraj approaches music as a medium for peace and compassion, with the goal of amplifying the voices of those around the globe who need to be heard. Fusing Arabic music, flamenco, jazz, bossa nova, and pop influences, Farah’s compositions feature lyrics in ... Read More

The Gerard Weber Group

The Gerard Weber Group will play an evening of compositions focused on the music of jazz guitarist Pat Metheny, as well as original works for jazz quintet. With extensive training as a concert saxophonist and performer, Weber contributes a refreshing, polished sound to the jazz quintet setting as he and his bandmates explore ... Read More

Gillian & the Whiskey Jerks EP Release

After playing venues and festivals from Vancouver to Ottawa, Gillian Snider’s Whiskey Jerks have developed their own distinct sound, blending klezmer, rock, country blues, gypsy-folk, and jazz. The band’s honest prairie sound features clever lyrics, a sweet vocal blend, and a distinct, whiskey-soaked sensibility. Leader ... Read More

Wes Froese

Piano Fridays is the perfect way to start your weekend – live piano with great food and drink. Pianist, vocalist, composer, educator, and music therapist Wes Froese has a wealth of experience playing pop, blues, and jazz. Wes sits down at the Yamaha S6 grand piano at 4:30 to play three sets. No Cover!   Read More

Kim Salkeld

Piano Fridays is the perfect way to start your weekend – live piano with great food and drink. With a vast repertoire of swinging and melodic arrangements of jazz standards, Kim Salkeld is one of the city’s most-in-demand musicians. Kim sits down at our Yamaha S6 grand piano at 4:30 to play three sets.   Read More

The PianoMen

Back for their 12th visit to The Bassment, David Fong, Don Griffith, Kim Salkeld, and Paul Suchan are ready to tinkle and tickle the 88s. While each of these accomplished professors of the piano has a distinct style, they have no problem accompanying each other. You’ll hear solos, duos, quartets, and everything from sensitive ... Read More