Vancouver Jazz Orchestra

Vancouver Youth Jazz Orchestra
2026-07-05 14:00 (America/Vancouver) | Performance Works, 1218 Cartwright St, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6H 3R8, Canada
Co-presented by the Coastal Jazz & Blues Society and the Vancouver Jazz Orchestra, this intensive program offers talented high school musicians (Grades 8-12) from the Lower Mainland the opportunity to work closely with a professional band director and members of the Vancouver Jazz Orchestra. Students will develop their musical skills, expand their professional networks, and gain valuable insight into preparing for a career in music. Through rehearsals and performances, professional musicians will mentor and perform alongside students, honouring the long-standing tradition of mentorship in jazz. Special thanks to Vancouver Community College for their generous support.

Vancouver Jazz Orchestra @ Frankie's
2026-09-14 19:00 - 21:30 | Frankie’s Jazz Club, 755 Beatty Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 2M4, Canada
The Vancouver Jazz Orchestra brings big-band fire to Frankie’s Jazz Club, delivering bold arrangements, deep grooves, and the unmistakable swing of one of Canada’s premier jazz ensembles—live and up close. Mixing classic repertoire by legends like Thad Jones and Count Basie with original works from local composers, the VJO celebrates both the timeless tradition of big-band jazz and the rich legacy of Vancouver’s own jazz voices.

CARL ALLEN & and the VJO
2026-10-18 17:30 - 21:30 | The Revue Stage, 1601 Johnston St, BC, V6H 3S2, Canada
The Vancouver Jazz Orchestra welcomes legendary drummer Carl Allen for a special concert celebrating one of jazz’s most respected and versatile artists. With a career spanning more than four decades, Allen has performed and recorded with an extraordinary roster of jazz greats, including Freddie Hubbard, Jackie McLean, Joe Henderson, McCoy Tyner, Benny Golson, and Christian McBride, among many others. A master of swing, groove, and musical leadership, Allen brings deep tradition and contemporary vitality to the bandstand. Joined by the Vancouver Jazz Orchestra, this performance promises an evening of powerful ensemble playing, inspired improvisation, and world-class artistry. Two shows: 5:30pm and 8pm.

Vancouver Jazz Orchestra @ Frankie's
2026-11-09 19:00 - 21:30 | Frankie’s Jazz Club, 755 Beatty Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 2M4, Canada
The Vancouver Jazz Orchestra brings big-band fire to Frankie’s Jazz Club, delivering bold arrangements, deep grooves, and the unmistakable swing of one of Canada’s premier jazz ensembles, live and up close. Mixing classic repertoire by legends like Thad Jones and Count Basie with original works from local composers, the VJO celebrates both the timeless tradition of big-band jazz and the rich legacy of Vancouver’s own jazz voices.

The Music of Chet Baker featuring David Braid & Benny Benack III w/ the VJO
2026-12-06 17:30 - 21:30 | The Revue Stage, 1601 Johnston St, BC, V6H 3S2, Canada
The Vancouver Jazz Orchestra pays tribute to the timeless music of Chet Baker in a special concert featuring acclaimed pianist and composer David Braid and rising jazz star Benny Benack III. Known for his lyrical voice and virtuosic trumpet playing, Benack brings fresh energy and deep feeling to Baker’s iconic repertoire. Grammy-winning pianist and composer David Braid, one of Canada’s most celebrated jazz artists, adds his distinctive musical voice, drawing on his extensive work bridging jazz, classical, and film. Braid composed music for the Chet Baker biopic Born to Be Blue, starring Ethan Hawke, lending a rare and authentic connection to Baker’s legacy. Together with the Vancouver Jazz Orchestra, this concert offers a rich, swinging, and deeply expressive exploration of one of jazz’s most enduring songbooks. Two shows at 5:30pm & 8pm
