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SUMMARY:Open jazz jam with David Sikula
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Infidels Jazz\, with the support of the VJO Society. \n\n\n\nInfidels Jazz is proud to host a monthly free-to-attend jazz jam session at Hero’s Welcome at 3917 Main Street\, one Sunday a month at 2PM. Guitarist David Sikula will host this edition of the jam session series. \n\n\n\nAt these open jazz jam sessions\, we welcome everybody from professionals to high school students. Musicians under the age of 19 must have a guardian of legal age. The house band are happy to lend their instruments at the session\, but please be respectful of them.
URL:https://vancouverjazzorchestra.ca/event/open-jazz-jam-with-david-sikula/
LOCATION:Hero’s Welcome\, 3917 Main Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5V 3P2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supported by the VJO Society
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SUMMARY:Klee Zubot Trio
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Infidels Jazz\, with the support of the VJO Society. \n\n\n\nKlee Zubot is a young guitarist currently studying for a Bachelor of Music in jazz at McGill University. For his first Infidels Jazz performance\, he’ll be joined by Erin Kim on bass\, and Julian Ferrer on drums.  \n\n\n\nThis performance is part of Pass the Hat\, a monthly jazz series by donation at the Heatley. All attendees will be asked to donate what they can at each performance\, with all funds going to the band.
URL:https://vancouverjazzorchestra.ca/event/klee-zubot-trio/
LOCATION:The Heatley\, 696 East Hastings Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 1R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supported by the VJO Society
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SUMMARY:Kahil El’Zabar & David Murray
DESCRIPTION:This performance is presented by Infidels Jazz\, with the support of the VJO Society. \n\n\n\nPercussionist Kahil El’Zabar has performed with Dizzy Gillespie\, Cannonball Adderley\, Pharoah Sanders\, Nina Simone\, Stevie Wonder\, Archie Shepp\, Eddie Harris\, Donny Hathaway\, Paul Simon\, Lester Bowie\, Hamiet Bluiett\, Malachi Favors\, Billy Bang & Gene Ammons\, to name a few. He is the former chairman of the Association for the Advancement of Creative Musicians (AACM) and has been nominated for a Grammy Award. \n\n\n\nSaxophonist David Murray has recorded more than 300 acclaimed projects and has worked with Max Roach\, Charles Mingus\, Cecil Taylor\, Jack DeJohnette\, Chico Hamilton\, Elvin Jones\, Archie Shepp\, Pharoah Sanders\, and Randy Weston. He has won 2 Grammys and is the recipient of the Danish Jazz Par Award. \n\n\n\nThese jazz legends have been collaborating together for over 40 years\, and have performed together all over the world to sold out audiences.
URL:https://vancouverjazzorchestra.ca/event/kahil-elzabar-david-murray/
LOCATION:The Revue Stage\, 1601 Johnston St\, BC\, V6H 3S2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supported by the VJO Society
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260705T133000
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SUMMARY:Vancouver Youth Jazz Orchestra 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver Youth Jazz Orchestra (VYJO) is an auditioned big band for BC’s secondary students in jazz. Up to 21 students from grades 8-12 will cultivate their talent and networks through mentorship from Vancouver Jazz Orchestra (VJO) members. It culminates in a live performance at the 2026 Vancouver International Jazz Festival\, co-presented by Coastal Jazz and Vancouver Community College (VCC). \n\n\n\nThe 2026 VYJO mentors are: \n\n\n\nJames Danderfer – VJO artistic director Bill Clark – bandleader\, trumpet Brent Mah – saxophone Casey Thomas-Burns – trombone Sharon Minemoto – piano\, rhythm section
URL:https://vancouverjazzorchestra.ca/event/vancouver-youth-jazz-orchestra-2/
LOCATION:Performance Works\, 1218 Cartwright St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6H 3R8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:VYJO
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SUMMARY:Erin Kim Trio
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Infidels Jazz\, with support from the VJO Society. \n\n\n\nErin Kim is quickly earning a reputation one of Vancouver and Montreal’s top young bassists. For her first Infidels show as a leader\, she’ll be joined by two fellow Vancouverites also studying jazz at McGill University in Montreal: Amrita Saini on trombone and Sadie Koshan on Drums \n\n\n\nThis performance is part of Pass the Hat\, a monthly jazz series by donation at the Heatley. All attendees will be asked to donate what they can at each performance\, with all funds going to the band.
URL:https://vancouverjazzorchestra.ca/event/erin-kim-trio/
LOCATION:The Heatley\, 696 East Hastings Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 1R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supported by the VJO Society
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SUMMARY:Vancouver Jazz Orchestra: Big Band Mondays
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://vancouverjazzorchestra.ca/event/vancouver-jazz-orchestra-frankies-2/
LOCATION:Frankie’s Jazz Club\, 755 Beatty Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6B 2M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:VJO
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SUMMARY:Vancouver Jazz Orchestra featuring Carl Allen
DESCRIPTION: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.  \n\n\n\n2 showtimes: 5:30pm and 8pm.
URL:https://vancouverjazzorchestra.ca/event/carl-allen-and-the-vjo/
LOCATION:The Revue Stage\, 1601 Johnston St\, BC\, V6H 3S2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:VJO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261109T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261109T213000
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SUMMARY:Vancouver Jazz Orchestra: Big Band Mondays
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://vancouverjazzorchestra.ca/event/vancouver-jazz-orchestra-frankies-3/
LOCATION:Frankie’s Jazz Club\, 755 Beatty Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6B 2M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:VJO
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SUMMARY:The Music of Chet Baker featuring David Braid & Benny Benack III w/ the VJO
DESCRIPTION: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
URL:https://vancouverjazzorchestra.ca/event/the-music-of-chet-baker-featuring-david-braid-benny-benack-iii-w-the-vjo/
LOCATION:The Revue Stage\, 1601 Johnston St\, BC\, V6H 3S2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:VJO
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