“We are thrilled to return to Sunset Beach, after last year’s success to further our commitment to our community and help create a cultural environment where families and communities can come together to experience symphonic music and build lasting traditions,” said Kelly Tweeddale
Too Many Zooz opened the night with huge sound, massive moves on the stage, and everyone danced in appreciation. This three-man musical group hails from New York City where they got their break from a viral video taken by a passer by of the group playing their Brasshouse music in the subway.
“We are thrilled to have Jim return to the Okanagan for another performance”, comments President Gordon Fitzpatrick.
A concert with soprano Elspeth McVeigh – accompaniment and instrumental pieces with highly talented local musicians Jun Rong (erhu and guzheng), Genevieve MacKay (baroque violin), and Michael Vaughan (baroque double bass).
Women Rock brings together the music of iconic musicians including Holly Knight, Carole King, Irene Cara, Janis Joplin, Aretha Franklin, Minnie Riperton, Heart, Pat Benatar, Joan Jett and Tina Turner.
Their “little big band” sound has impressed audiences at the Vancouver International Jazz Festival, the Pender Harbour Jazz Festival and on the air via CBC Radio’s Hot Air and Tonic programs
At eleven concerts primarily held at the Waterfront Theatre as well as other Vancouver venues, with a special concert performance in Ucluelet on Vancouver Island, the festival presents a rich diversity of intercultural works, unique collaborations and world premieres.
Inspiring kids to be active, healthy, creative and engaged in the world through educational music is a tough calling. However, Stroet’s celebration of nature, wildlife and family through “Rocks and Roots” is a masterpiece of mischief and music, further cementing Will’s Jams as the ultimate star of children’s rock and roll. Get ready for the mosh pit, kids!
As part of the partnership, Tempo and Nütrl products will be available at all Jazz Fest events and partner venues, allowing music lovers to enjoy the delicious, refreshing taste of BC craft-distilled drinks wherever they’re enjoying the shows.
Coastal Jazz & Blues Society is pleased to announce 150 free concerts at this year’s TD Vancouver International Jazz Festival, which kicks off on June 21 and runs until July 1.