Epicurean Calgary

June 2019

June 12-16, 2019

JazzYYC Summer Festival

Various locations

Schedule:
Mainstage at NMC
Studio Bell, 850 4 Street S.E.
Friday, June 14th
Benny Green Trio
8:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
Jazz Messenger Benny Green, champion of straight-ahead bebop piano, appears with his legendary trio.
Tickets: $53.00

Saturday, June 15th
Brubeck Brothers Quartet
8:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
On December 14, 1959, legendary jazz pianist Dave Brubeck released his seminal record Time Out. Sixty years later, Chris and Dan Brubeck, who performed with their father later in his career, celebrate the anniversary of this release. Joined by guitarist Mike DeMicco and pianist Chuck Lamb, the Brubeck Brothers Quartet celebrate Dave Brubeck’s career, legacy, and legendary album.
Tickets: $53.00

Ironwood Canadian Stage
Ironwood Stage and Grill, 1229 9th Ave. S.E.
Wednesday, June 12th
Shuffle Demons
7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
What do you get when you cross 3 amazing saxophonists dressed in wacky clothes, a crazy dancing drummer and a killer upright bass player and have them sing songs about Buses, Roaches and Hockey and spend 1/2 their time playing in the audience? The Shuffle Demons, that’s what!!! They were a band that captured the imagination of a generation with their antics and amazing no holds barred playing and stopped traffic on a regular basis. And now they’re back!!
35 years later, the Shuffle Demons return! So get ready to sway in your seat, jump to your feet and dance to the Demon beat!
Tickets: $35.00
Students: $25.00

Thursday, June 13th
Dirty Catfish Brass Band
7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Dirty Catfish Brass Band’s aim is to inspire, create and instigate – but, mostly, they just want you on your feet. Invoking the sounds of the New Orleans brass tradition, the collective dares to reimagine the streets of a prairie city as one that is hot, alive, and brimming with soul.
Tickets: $35.00
Students: $25.00

Friday, June 14th
Alex Pangman
7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Get your dancing shoes on. You will not be able to sit down once Alex takes to the stage. Swing Swing Swing!
Tickets: $35.00
Students: $25.00

Saturday, June 15th
Larnell Lewis
7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
World-renowned drummer Larnell Lewis of Snarky Puppy fame brings his 2019 JUNO-nominated band to Calgary for an evening of energetic contemporary groove infused jazz sure to impress.
Tickets: $35.00
Students: $25.00

Sunday, June 16th
Tara Kannangara
7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
JUNO-nominated artist, Tara Kannangara is meshing Pop, Electronic/Synth music, Jazz, and Musical Theatre, into a singular voice that is captivating audiences all over North America.
Tickets: $30.00
Students: $20.00

Lolita’s Up Close and Personal
Lolitas Lounge, 1413 9 Ave. S.E.
Thursday, June 13th
Terra Hazelton with The Polyjesters
8:00 p.m.-11:30 p.m.
Terra Hazelton and the Polyjesters each on their own boast exciting careers in Music, but combined they create an intoxicating and charming chemistry while making beautiful authentic sounding vintage jazz and western swing!
Tickets: $30.00
Students: $20.00

Friday, June 14th
Dominique Fils-Aimé
8:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
Dominique Fils-Aimé is a singer-songwriter from Montreal whose inspiration is drawn from soul icons of the 40’s and the 60’s the
likes of Billie Holiday, Etta James and Nina Simone.
Tickets: $35.00
Students: $15.00

King Eddy Cocktails and Late Night
King Eddy (Studio Bell - West Block), 438 9 Avenue S.E.
Thursday, June 13th
Jon McCaslin’s Tribute to Art Blakey & the Jazz Messengers
9:30 p.m.-11:30 p.m.
Calgary jazz drummer Jon McCaslin presents a tribute to one of his all-time heroes, the great drummer and band leader Art Blakey.
Born in 1919, this year marks the 100th anniversary of Blakey’s birth. Join McCaslin and his high-energy sextet featuring Canadian trumpet great Dean McNeill as they honour the musical legacy of Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers, one of the most influential bands in the history of jazz music.
Recognized as one of Western Canada’s leading jazz drummers and educators, Jon McCaslin brings excitement and his passion for the jazz tradition and its future to the bandstand!
Tickets: $25.00
Students: $15.00

Friday, June 14th
Jon Day latin Jazz Project
7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Under the direction of pianist and trumpeter, Jon Day, this new ensemble explores the music of the Afro – Cuban legends combined with jazz and funk elements
Tickets: $10.00
Students: $5.00

SHPIK
9:30 p.m.-11:30 p.m.
Montreal based SHPIK creates bold and fluid music, full of soft twists and turns. Bringing a breath of fresh air to the music with their effects and inspired poetry, their sound is both blues-inspired and soothing, smooth and spirited. They put forth an accessible jazz without being cutesy, but one that is cinematic and experimental.
Tickets: $25.00
Students: $15.00

Saturday, June 15th
Kelly Steele Quartet
6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Kelly Steele, a tap dancer from Calgary, is joined by Mark Limacher (piano), Jon Wielebnowski (bass), and Harry Faunt (drums), for a night of tap dance and jazz music live at the King Eddy.
Tickets: $15.00
Students: $5.00

Elizabeth Shepherd
9:30 p.m.-11:30 p.m.
Hailed as “a jazz virtuoso blessed with a pop sensibility”, velvety- voiced pianist and composer Elizabeth Shepherd has been praised by critics worldwide for her arrestingly original writing and soulful delivery. The Montreal-based soul-jazz innovator has established herself as one of the most alluring and imaginative artists on the scene today, and is seen as part of a wave of jazz musicians bringing the art form to a new generation of music fans.
Tickets: $25.00
Students: $15.00

Jams and Free Public Workshops
David Restivo Trio
Thursday, June 13th
10:00 p.m.-11:55 p.m.
Friday, June 14th
10:00 p.m.-11:55 p.m.
Saturday, June 15th
10:00 p.m.-11:55 p.m.
Ironwood Stage and Grill, 1229 9th Ave. S.E.
David Restivo, one of Canada’s most acclaimed jazz pianists, makes a rare Calgary appearance. This award-winning artist is well-known for his work with Rob McConnell and the Boss Brass and songwriting legend Marc Jordan. Join him and his trio for an evening of familiar standards and inspired originals, delivered with equal parts heart and fire followed by a jam session.
General Admission: $10.00
Students: $5.00

Shuffle Demons Free Workshop
Thursday, June 13th
12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m.
Studio Bell, 850 4 Street S.E.
What do you get when you cross 3 amazing saxophonists dressed in wacky clothes, a crazy dancing drummer and a killer upright bass player and have them sing songs about Buses, Roaches and Hockey and spend 1/2 their time playing in the audience? The Shuffle Demons, that’s what!!! They were a band that captured the imagination of a generation with their antics and amazing no holds barred playing and stopped traffic on a regular basis. And now they’re back!!
35 years later, the Shuffle Demons return! So get ready to sway in your seat, jump to your feet and dance to the Demon beat!

Benny Green Trio Free Workshop
Friday, June 14th
12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m.
Studio Bell, 850 4 Street S.E.
Jazz Messenger Benny Green, champion of straight-ahead bebop piano, offers a free workshop in the Drop In Zone at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre.

Larnell Lewis Free Workshop
Saturday, June 15th
2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Studio Bell, 850 4 Street S.E.
World-renowned drummer Larnell Lewis of Snarky Puppy fame offers a free workshop in the Drop In Zone at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre.

SHPIK host the Kawa Saturday Jam Session
Saturday, June 15th
3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Kawa Espresso Bar, 101-1333 8th St. S.W.
Award-winning Montreal group SHPIK hosts the Kawa Saturday Jam Session. Open to all ages and levels of experience. (more…)

Sunday, June 16th
JazzWalk
12:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Various Venues in Inglewood
Sunday afternoon features our wildly popular annual JazzWalk, sponsored by TD and the Inglewood BIA. A free, family-friendly event at various venues throughout Inglewood and the Music Mile! Don’t miss your guided tour of all the afternoon’s music with Art Walk With Art.

Schedule:
Noon–2:00 p.m.
Gabriella Laconsay Quartet
Salt & Pepper, 1413 – 9 Ave. S.E.
1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Jazzyyc Youth Lab Band
New Central Library, 802- 3 St. S.E.
1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Willy Joosen
Swans Of Inglewood, 1336 – 9 Ave. S.E.
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Rick Lett
Kent Of Inglewood, 1319 – 9 Ave. S.E.
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Joel Untinen Trio
Gravity Espresso & Wine Bar, 909 10 St. S.E.
3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Mitchell Jantzie Trio
Rosso Coffee Roasters (Studio Bell), 850 – 4 St. S.E.
4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
Kate Melvina Trio
The Hose And Hound Neighbourhood Pub, 1030 – 9 Ave. S.E.
4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
Tim Williams
Cold Garden Beverage Company, 1100 – 11 St. S.E.
Noon–6:00 p.m.
Artwalk With Art (Free Guided Jazzwalk Tours)
For details or to register: artwalkwithart@gmail.com or @artwalkwithart

Tickets: FREE-$53
Passes: $125

Welcome to the 5th edition of the TD JazzYYC Summer Festival! JazzYYC is pleased to present the most diverse program yet, made possible by a growing base of sponsors, donors and members, and supported by wonderful JazzYYC volunteers.
JazzYYC strives to bring Calgary audiences the best of jazz in all of its forms in order to build a vibrant scene in this city. Likewise, it also provides a stage for the next generation of jazz artists honing their skills in the JazzYYC Youth Lab Band. As always, the festival brings Music Mile alive on Sunday afternoon when JazzWalk brings live jazz to the shops, restaurants and galleries of Inglewood.

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    Jack Singer Concert Hall

    Scotiabank Saddledome

         Stampede Corral

 Rogers Arena, Vancouver    

      Rexall Place, Edmonton