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Vancouver’s young vibraphonist Atley King leads a brand new quartet featuring some of Vancouver’s finest young musicians alongside the incomparable Sharon Minemoto. This new band brings together a brand new sound combining elements of the George Shearing Quintet with the sound of the Red Garland trio. Look forward to hearing gorgeous new interpretations of timeless classics, with a never before heard sound.

1959 was a great year for jazz recordings. John Coltrane’s Giant Steps and Oliver Nelson’s Blues and the Abstract Truth are just two of the classics that were done that year. Another album recorded that year was Charles Mingus’ Mingus Ah Hum Join guitarist Tony Wilson, Dave Say on tenor sax & clarinet André Lachance on bass and Nino DiPasquale on drums as they perform this album in its entirety!

Wild Blue Herons is the husband and wife team of pianist Bill Sample and singer Darlene Cooper. They play mostly groove-oriented jazz and select standards. Covid gave them the time and opportunity to record their 2nd album “You and I”, which is now available in vinyl, CD, and digital formats. The album has received great reviews worldwide. They will be joined by Kerry Galloway on bass and Buff Allen on drums.

Noah Franche-Nolan is a pianist, improviser, composer, and educator living in Vancouver BC, situated on the unceded territory of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil Waututh First Nations. He is known as a creative bandleader and sideman on the Vancouver Jazz scene. He co-leads The Ten Penny Trio and is the pianist for many exciting jazz projects including Shruti Ramani’s Raagaverse, The Todd Stewart Trio, and The Ben Frost Quartet. Noah will be joined by Jodi Proznick on bass and Nicholas Bracewell on the drums. This trio has developed a unique sound and raport while working together as the rhythm section for Shruti Ramani’s Raagaverse. The trio will be presenting Noah Franche-Nolan’s original compositions and arrangements of jazz standards and popular songs.

Nick Apivor (vibes, marimba, percussion), and Craig Scott (vibes, marimba), co-lead this group which features music associated with the great vibes players of the jazz tradition. Our music ranges from the swing of Lionel Hampton to the blues and bop of Milt Jackson. From the Latin music of Cal Tjader to the fusion of Gary Burton and Mike Mainieri.

With Miles Black – piano, Kerry Galloway – bass, Buff Allen – drums

Angela Verbrugge first caught listeners’ ears in 2019 with what JazzTimes described as her “captivating debut” album recorded in NYC, and she went on to win the 2020 JazzTimes Readers’ Poll for best female jazz vocalist. The magazine’s review describes that Angela, who takes inspiration from vintage musicals, the swing era, blues, and bebop, has “conspicuously good taste”. In the last 12 months, she released her sophomore album, Love for Connoisseurs, a project consisting entirely of original lyrics for songs in the style of classic jazz and bebop standards. She toured the project across Canada, Germany, and performed at the top jazz clubs in London and Istanbul. Toronto Music Report writes that she is “a gem of a vocalist who makes all her chosen material sound magical.” Her song-writing collaborations have received features in JAZZIZ Magazine, and she has been positively reviewed by major publications including JazzWise in England. JazzWeekly describes the former actress as “fun and quirky, hip and a hoot, wispy and romantic; she slithers and oozes, and cleverly swings.”

Angela’s trio for this special evening features her frequent songwriting collaborator and the pianist from her first album, NYC-based Ray Gallon. Ray has been a mainstay of the New York City jazz scene for over 30 years. In addition to recording for Cellar Records leading his own trios, he’s performed and/or toured with many of the legendary jazz greats including Lionel Hampton, Chaka Khan, Sheila Jordan, Jon Hendricks, Ron Carter and George Adams. He recently recorded his second album as a leader with Ron Carter and Lewis Nash. Ray has appeared at all the top clubs in NYC (such as the Vanguard, Blue Note, Smalls, and Birdland), as well as at leading festivals and clubs around the world. Bassist Russ Botten learned his craft from artists including Don Thompson, Ray Brown and John Clayton. He has toured with Diana Krall, Renee Rosnes, Clark Terry, Ernestine Andersen, and many others. Drummer Bernie Arai is based in his hometown of Vancouver. Bernie has performed across the country with various ensembles, and has also toured across the United States, Japan and Europe. Locally he is known for his work with some of the city’s finest musicians such as Brad Turner, Bill Coon, and the Hard Rubber Orchestra.

A NYC-native, pianist Ray Gallon has been a mainstay on the jazz scene for over thirty years. Rooted in bebop and blues, his expressive, swinging playing melds old and new into a fresh, original style. As a young player, Ray was mentored by legendary jazz pianists John Lewis, Hank Jones, and Jaki Byard. He has toured and/or recorded with such luminaries as Ron Carter, Lionel Hampton, Art Farmer, George Adams, Les Paul, and Wycliffe Gordon and has appeared at the White House and Kennedy Center with jazz legends Dizzy Gillespie, Milt Jackson, Sweets Edison, and Joe Williams. Ray has also accompanied many vocal greats, including Jon Hendricks, Sheila Jordan, and Chaka Khan. Involved in education, he is currently a Lecturer of Jazz Studies at City College of NY. Ray’s acclaimed trio album Make Your Move (Cellar) features David Wong and Kenny Washington and look for his upcoming trio release with non-other than Ron Carter and Lewis Nash.

With RUSS BOTTEN bass and CRAIG SCOTT drums

Julian Borkowski is an emerging young trumpet player with an exuberant sound, swinging sensibilities and a mature compositional voice. Playing a mix of original music, standards, and some lesser-known hard bop gems, this is set to be Julian’s last gig as a leader in Vancouver before he leaves town for the foreseeable future. This incredible quintet will also feature Campbell Ryga – saxophone, Jodi Proznick – bass, Noah Franche-Nolan – piano and Todd Stewart – drums.

Kit Eakle, a local Vancouver jazz violinist who has recorded and toured with guitar great Howard Alden, will be joined by his brother, Matthew Eakle a world-renowned flute player, perhaps most notably a 30-year veteran with the David Grisman Quintet. Matthew has recorded and shared stages with notables from Vassar Clements to Stephane Grappelli; from Jon Hendricks to Linda Ronstadt, and from Larry Vuckovich to Jerry Garcia. Eakle has recorded two of his own fine jazz CDs – Flute Jazz Trio with guitarist Davis Ramey and Harvie Schwartz and his Matt Eakle Band: Hardly Work.

The brothers will be celebrating the 30th anniversary of their LAST BC tour in 1993 – a tour in which they were also joined by a young Vancouver pianist, Chris Sigerson! Come join in the reunion fun!

with Chris Sigerson – piano, Craig Scott – drums and Conrad Good- bass

Clarinetist/Saxophonist Geoff Claridge channels a history of the clarinet greats going back to the 1930’s and brings it forward into a new sound world. Featuring Brad Turner on piano, Conrad Good on bass and Bernie Arai on drums.

Join us at Frankie’s Jazz Club as we celebrate the launch of WAVE 98.3, Vancouver’s Coolest Vibe. Catch up with WAVE 98.3 personalities and experience this one night only event. It’s a “who’s who” of the Canadian smooth music scene playing together for the very first time!

Cat Levan

Cat’s breakthrough album, Double Life, pours a smooth, cosmopolitan cocktail of contemporary jazz and adult contemporary music.” Her first single from that album made it to #2 vocal tune on the Smooth Jazz charts. Cat brings a fresh new vibe to Smooth Jazz. Her new single, “Take Me Back,” is debuting on August 26th at the Wave 98.3 launch event at Frankie’s Jazz Club.

Steve Oliver

Steve Oliver is a nationally recognized guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter with multiple #1 hits on the Billboard contemporary jazz charts to his credit. He performs locally, nationally, and around the world in some of the most renowned venues and festivals. As one of the most charismatic performers in contemporary music, his connection with fans in the live setting is unmatched and something special to witness.

Walle Larsson

Larsson has been wowing audiences from New York to Montreal, Toronto to Tokyo with sizzling jazz solos and sultry smooth tunes. A billboard charting artist, Walle is known as an ambassador for contemporary jazz around the world.

Join veteran Vancouver jazz vocalists Jennifer Hayes and Steve Maddock, as they pay tribute to some of the iconic jazz duos of the past – Ella & Louis, Betty Carter & Ray Charles, Louis Prima & Keely Smith, Elis Regina & Antonio Carlos Jobim – to name just a few. From swing to bossa nova to blues and ballads, this weekend will be a fun, nostalgic, and entertaining program you won’t want to miss!

Featuring: Jodi Proznick – bass, Miles Black – piano, Nicholas Bracewell – drums

Known for her charming delivery of a lyric and her impeccable time, 2016 Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition finalist, Lauren Bush has been based in London, UK for the past 10 years. Visiting for the summer with a mini tour of BC, Lauren will be playing arrangements and originals from her two albums with her quartet, featuring: Patrick Courtin- pano, Rene Worst – bass; Bernie Arai – drums and a guest appearance from her dad, Greg Bush on trumpet.

Described by CBC Music as a “fantastic and easy voice…”, some of his musical highlights include a full scholarship towards the Drayton Harbour Festival Camp in Washington in 2016, French Quarter Festival in New Orleans in 2016, an Outstanding Ensemble Award for leading and arranging at the 2020 Vocal Impact Festival, and a finalist with the 2021 Niagara Jazz Festival Youth Contest. Will has shared the stage with many notable artists including Dee Daniels, Maria Schneider, Peter Bernstein, Bria Skonberg, Wycliffe Gordon, and more as part of his studies at Capilano University. With Jodi Proznick on bass, Miles Black on piano, Alvin Brendan on guitar and Todd Stewart on drums

With his bright playful sound, alto saxophonist Saul Berson is a Vancouver mainstay in the bebop styles of Charlie Parker and Cannonball Adderley. The quartet will play a compelling mix of unique jazz standards as well as original compositions. With Miles Black on piano, André Lachance on bass, and Buff Allen drums.

Individually, the members of Blues Hoodoo have their own sparks of self-expression and creativity; collectively, they are a sizzling, entertaining quintet. Along with tasteful cover tunes from the masters – Chick Corea, Jeff Beck, Jaco Pastorius, Herbie Hancock and The Brecker Brothers to name a few – the band features original material that showcases its tightness, musical expressiveness and harmonic adventure. Konrad Breuers (guitars), Ron Wells (drums), Shawn Stewart (bass), Stu Young (keyboards), Ian Putz (saxophone).

Drummer Arvind Ramdas is joined by Canadian maestro Mr. Brad Turner on trumpet/piano and long time partner in crime, David Caballero on the bass for a night full of swinging tunes. Standards, as well as original music, will be played. Come down, get a beer, eat some great food and lend your ears.

Drummer Todd Stewart is a player to watch out for amongst the fresh young talent in Vancouver. Whether playing with veterans like Brad Turner or talented peers such as Ardeshir Pourkeramati, he is known for his undeniable groove and masterful dynamic range.

For this evening, the quartet will focus on the rich repertoire of 1960s post-bop greats, such as Bobby Hutcherson, Wayne Shorter and more.

With Christopher Fraser – Guitar, Quincy Mayes – piano, Jodi Proznick – Bass
Todd Stewart – Drums

Tenor saxophonist Cory Weeds assembles an all-star Vancouver quintet to play music from Horace Silver’s 1959 Blue Note classic, Finger Poppin’

Finger Poppin’ was the first album Horace Silver recorded with the most celebrated version of his quintet… It’s also one of Silver’s all-time classics, perfectly blending the pianist’s advanced, groundbreaking hard bop style with the winning, gregarious personality conveyed in his eight original tunes. Silver always kept his harmonically sophisticated music firmly grounded in the emotional directness and effortless swing of the blues, and Finger Poppin’ is one of the greatest peaks of that approach.  With Brad Turner – trumpet, Chris Gestrin – piano, John Lee – bass and Jesse Cahill – drums

Special thanks to the Italian Cultural Centre!

Tenor saxophonist Cory Weeds assembles an all-star Vancouver quintet to play music from Horace Silver’s 1959 Blue Note classic, Finger Poppin’

Finger Poppin’ was the first album Horace Silver recorded with the most celebrated version of his quintet… It’s also one of Silver’s all-time classics, perfectly blending the pianist’s advanced, groundbreaking hard bop style with the winning, gregarious personality conveyed in his eight original tunes. Silver always kept his harmonically sophisticated music firmly grounded in the emotional directness and effortless swing of the blues, and Finger Poppin’ is one of the greatest peaks of that approach.  With Brad Turner – trumpet, Chris Gestrin – piano, John Lee – bass and Jesse Cahill – drums

Special thanks to the Italian Cultural Centre!

For almost 40 years, Vancouver-based musician Jeremy Price has built a reputation as a jazz flute specialist in Canada. His voice, nurtured by a devotion to the jazz flute tradition, speaks the language of straight-ahead jazz with Brasilian and Latin sensibilities nurtured from several Hugh Fraser led Banff Centre Jazz Orchestra editions, seasoned with further musical associations with Paul Horn, Hendrik Meurkens, Attila Fias, Pablo Cardenas, and others, and recently reuniting with mentor and Canadian flute icon Bill McBirnie appearing as Two Many Flutes.. With Tilden Webb on piano, Jodi Proznick on bass and Nicholas Bracewell on drums

Tonight, Quatuor André Lachance is happy to celebrate the release of its second album “Après L’Hiver”. The group has been together for 12 years and features the guitar playing and compositions of Lachance, along with West Coast heroes Brad Turner on piano, Chris Gestrin on synths and Trent Otter on drums. The music is an eclectic blend of acoustic and more modern approaches, grooves and sound textures.

One of the most popular and intriguing big band leaders of the Swing era, Artie Shaw took jazz clarinet to a new level of artistry and celebrity. On occasion, Shaw would tour with a smaller group, his “Gramercy Five,” which became one of the fixtures of small group swing. Come and enjoy a rare performance of this melodic and jubilant music featuring James Danderfer -clarinet, Bill Coon – guitar, Miles Black – piano, Atley King – vibraphone, Jodi Proznick -bass and Joe Poole – drums.

One of the most popular and intriguing big band leaders of the Swing era, Artie Shaw took jazz clarinet to a new level of artistry and celebrity. On occasion, Shaw would tour with a smaller group, his “Gramercy Five,” which became one of the fixtures of small group swing. Come and enjoy a rare performance of this melodic and jubilant music featuring James Danderfer -clarinet, Bill Coon – guitar, Miles Black – piano, Atley King – vibraphone, Jodi Proznick -bass and Joe Poole – drums.

Itamar’s music holds a depth and sensitivity that touches listeners deeply. It blends the delicateness of Middle Eastern music, the freedom found in jazz and the passion of flamenco, creating a unique sound all his own.

His most recent CD “Mi Alegria” was released in June 2019 with the support of the Canada Council for the Arts, and has received raving reviews, both nationally and internationally, including a nomination for the 2020 Instrumental Artist of the Year Award from the Canadian Folk Music Awards. New CD is on the way, recorded summer 2021 and will be out in 2022.
Itamar performs internationally and is on the world music, jazz and classical guitar faculty at the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra School Of Music.

With Itamar Erez – piano/guitar, Jeff Gammon – bass and  Kevin Romain on drums

It’s ALWAYS a good time when guitarist Bill Weeds graces the stage. There aren’t many musicians who have more fun playing music than Bill.  He’ll be joined by his son, tenor saxophonist Cory Weeds, bassist John Lee and drummer Joe Poole.

Frankie’s Jazz Club is proud to present Thomas Marriott with Orrin Evans on piano, Essiet Essiet on bass and Mark Whitfield Jr. on drums celebrating a new album Live From The Heat Dome.

Jazz trumpeter, composer and producer Thomas Marriott is a veteran of the national jazz scene who’s earned eight Golden Ear awards, produced 13 albums as a leader for Origin Records, and toured with greats like Maynard Ferguson and Roy McCurdy, as well as contemporary jazz artists like Orrin Evans and Joe Locke.

The 1999 winner of the Carmine Caruso Jazz Trumpet Competition, Marriott is a true but subtle innovator with a luxuriously round tone, a unique sense of spontaneous and poignant melody, and a penchant for melancholic compositions that evoke an introspective mood. Marriott’s undeniable talent and versatility is the culmination of years of performance with some of the most well-respected names in music.

Frankie’s Jazz Club is proud to present Thomas Marriott with Orrin Evans on piano, Essiet Essiet on bass and Mark Whitfield Jr. on drums celebrating a new album Live From The Heat Dome.

Jazz trumpeter, composer and producer Thomas Marriott is a veteran of the national jazz scene who’s earned eight Golden Ear awards, produced 13 albums as a leader for Origin Records, and toured with greats like Maynard Ferguson and Roy McCurdy, as well as contemporary jazz artists like Orrin Evans and Joe Locke.

The 1999 winner of the Carmine Caruso Jazz Trumpet Competition, Marriott is a true but subtle innovator with a luxuriously round tone, a unique sense of spontaneous and poignant melody, and a penchant for melancholic compositions that evoke an introspective mood. Marriott’s undeniable talent and versatility is the culmination of years of performance with some of the most well-respected names in music.

Monik Nordine Trio has been featured from Stockholm to Vancouver over the past year and now is joined by Nick Peck on Hammond organ and Miles Fuller on drums for a performance of funky soul jazz in the spirit of the Sonny Stitt and Don Patterson collaborations of the 1970’s.  In addition to leading her trio Monik directs The Victoria Jazz Orchestra and has also performed with Hugh Fraser and VEJI, The Hard Rubber Orchestra, Ian McDougall, Rob McConnell, Guido Basso, Michael Buble, the Victoria Symphony Orchestra and more.