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JAZZYYC 2018 FALL SERIES

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ILLUMINATE Sept - DEC, 2018CANADIANJAZZ FESTIVAL NOV 8 - 11, 2018

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A MESSAGE FROM MAYOR NENSHI 

On behalf of the citizens of Calgary and my City Council colleagues, I would like to welcome you to the JazzYYC Fall 2018 Series! 

Since 2012,  this  event has  grown  from a  total  audience of  350 paid  tickets  to  an exciting  year‐round program  that  engages  20,000+ Calgarians  ‐  it  enhances  the  city’s music  scene  and  contributes  to  the social  and  cultural  atmosphere  making  Calgary  a  vibrant  city.    I’m  especially  proud  that  JazzYYC’s programming makes the arts available to all Calgarians of every background. 

I extend a warm welcome to all of the performers and artists who lend themselves to this celebration of the  very  best  of  jazz  from  across  the  country.    Of  course,  hosting  a  festival  such  as  this  takes  an incredible  amount  of  hard work  on  the  part  of  the  organizers  and  volunteers.    I  commend  all  those involved in making the JazzYYC Fall 2018 Series such a huge success.  

I hope you all have a wonderful time at this year’s festival! 

Congratulations! 

Sincerely, 

 

 

Naheed K. Nenshi MAYOR 

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JazzYYC Fall Series TeamArtistic ProducerKodi HutchinsonOperations ManagerJason ValleauMarketing DirectorScott MorinMarketing and Publicity Stephanie HutchinsonSocial MediaAngela Wrigley, Mandy MorrisCreative DirectorSharie HunterGraphic DesignRoxann Corpuz, Elliott Steinberg, Brad Simm, Kodi Hutchinson

JazzYYC Board of DirectorsPresident/DirectorDebra RasmussenPast President/DirectorDavid SteeleVice President/DirectorGerry HebertTreasurer/DirectorMalcolm McKaySecretary/DirectorLynne MacLeod

Directors at LargeWendy BirdseyPaul ChaveMike FitzpatrickNancy HongShannon MatthyssenScott MorinGreg SniderJohn de Waal

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGEWelcome to the 5th edition of the JazzYYC Canadian Festival! JazzYYC is pleased to present our most diverse program yet, made possible by our growing base of sponsors, donors and members, and supported by our wonderful JazzYYC volunteers. Special thanks go to the Alberta Foundation for the Arts, Calgary Arts Develop-ment, Canada Council for the Arts, TD, Inglewood BIA and more than 200 JazzYYC members for their support.

JazzYYC strives to bring Calgary audiences the best of jazz in all of its forms so that we can build a vibrant scene in this city. Likewise, it’s our pleasure to provide 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.

Your support as audience, members, donors, sponsors and volunteers keeps the spirit and sound of jazz alive and growing in Calgary!

Deb RasmussenPresident, JazzYYC

ARTISTIC PRODUCER’S MESSAGEWelcome to our Annual JazzYYC Canadian Festival!The JazzYYC Canadian Festival began back in 2014 to highlight the breadth and depth of talent we have in our Country and bring some of the best and brightest that Calgary and Canada have to offer.

This season highlights music covering a wide tapestry of jazz genres and we’re excited to feature a strong lineup of some of Canada’s top women in jazz including international renowned trumpeter Rachel Therrien from Quebec, enchanting vocalist Barbra Lica from Toronto, and fiery trombonist Audrey Ochoa from Edmonton. Our headliner for the festival this year brings together a unique fusion of classical, jazz and world music from one of the top groups in the genre; MG3 - The Montréal Guitare Trio.

Thanks to all the jazz fans, musicians, volunteers, and our partners for helping make this the best festival yet!

Kodi HutchinsonArtistic Producer, JazzYYC

Described by the CBC as the “hottest” guitar ensemble in Canada, MG3 has quickly established itself as a force to be reckoned with, as well as an interactive force in various musical forms. For over 18 years, the trio’s virtuosity, rigour, creativity and impressive stage presence – where humour and interacting with the public go hand in hand – have been winning over audiences around the world. The trio, composed of guitarists Marc Morin, Glenn Lévesque and Sébastien

Montréal Guitare Trio (MG3)Presented by JazzYYC and NMCStudio Bell, National Music Centre

FridayNovember 9, 2018@ 8 PMStudio Bell, National Music Centre - 850 4 St SE

Dufour, has given hundreds of concerts in some of the most prestigious venues across North America, Europe, New Zealand and Australia, including the legendary Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, the Rundetårnet in Copenhagen and the BB King Blues Club in New York City.

Sebastien Dufour - GuitarGlenn Levesque - Guitar, Mandolin, VoiceMarc Morin - Guitar, Bass, Accordion

Ticket $45

Student $35

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All-ACCESS Canadian Festival Pass*

*Limited Quantities Available - Some Restrictions ApplyVisit www.jazzyyc.com for more info$95Only Get The Full Jazz experience!!!

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CANADIAN Stage

Harry Vetro’s Northern Ranger Thursday November 8 @ 7 pmIronwood Stage & Grill - 1229 9 Ave SE

Rachel TherrienFriday November 9 @ 7 pmIronwood Stage & Grill - 1229 9 Ave SE

Harrison Argatoff - SaxophoneLina Allemano - TrumpetDan Pitt - GuitarNoah Franche-Nolan - PianoAndrew Downing - BassHarrison Vetro - Drums

Rachel Therrien - Trumpet Benjamin Deschamps - SaxCharles Trudel - PianoSimon Page - BassAlain Bourgeois - Drums

Northern Ranger is a Toronto-based sextet led by musician/composer Harry Vetro. The band’s debut full-length self-titled album, ‘Northern Ranger’ came out of the recent Canada 150 celebrations where Harry undertook a nation-wide journey visiting specific cities within the country and more specifically the six Indigenous cultural areas of Canada: Arctic, Western Subarctic, Pacific Coast, Plateau, Plains, and the Subarctic / Eastern Woodlands. As an outdoor enthusiast, Harry’s travels for his new album ‘Northern Ranger’ allowed him to interact with musicians from different genres and engage with Indigenous traditions. His compositions and new album ‘Northern Ranger’ reflect these interactions. The music is rooted in traditional jazz yet captures elements of folk and world music. Proceeds from the album will go toward starting a music outreach program for Indigenous youth.

Quebec born, New York City based trumpeter, composer and bandleader Rachel Therrien already boasts an enviable career. She is considered one of the most promising jazz musicians emanating from the Quebec music scene, playing a wide variety of music styles and rhythms. Her many accolades include winning the 2015 TD Grand Prize Jazz Award at the renowned Montreal International Jazz Festival, being nominated for the Best Jazz Album Producer at the Independent Music Awards in New York City and winning the 2016 Stingray Jazz Rising Star Award. Rachel has performed as a featured solo artist in many clubs, festivals and on television throughout the Americas, Europe and the Caribbean. Rachel holds a bachelor’s degree in jazz performance.

Ticket $35

Student $25

Ticket $35

Student $25

Ticket $35

Student $25

CANADIAN Stage

Ethan Ardelli QuartetSaturday November 10 @ 7 pmIronwood Stage & Grill - 1229 9 Ave SE

Barbra LicaSunday November 11 @ 7 pmIronwood Stage & Grill - 1229 9 Ave SE

Ethan Ardelli - Drums Luis Deniz - Alto Saxophone Chris Donnelly - PianoDevon Henderson - Bass

Barbra Lica - VocalsJoel Visentin - PianoTom Fleming - GuitarMarc Rogers - BassWill Fisher - Drums

Originally from Sydney, Nova Scotia, Ethan Ardelli is a JUNO Award-Winning drummer and composer based in Toronto. A graduate of the University of Toronto Jazz program in 2006, Ethan has since been one of the most in demand jazz artists in Canada sharing the stage with acclaimed international artists such as Dewey Redman, Mark Turner, Mulgrew Miller and Greg Osby. Winner of the 2006 Grand Prix de Jazz at the Montreal International Jazz Festival as part of the David Virelles Quintet, Ethan has played on two JUNO award winning albums, Jane Bunnett’s “Radio Guantanamo” and Mike Downes’ “Ripple Effect.”

Luis Deniz is a GRAMMY nominated & JUNO Award-Winning saxophonist originally from Camaguey, Cuba who has worked with David Virelles, Mark Turner, Hilario Duran, Paquito D’Rivera, Horacio “El Negro” Hernandez, Rich Brown and Roberto Occhipinti, among others.

JUNO-nominated artist Barbra Lica is a fast-rising star in the Canadian Jazz scene. In the short period of time since her 2012 debut album release (That’s What I Do), she has been selected as one of Canada’s Top 5 Jazz singers by CBC host Tim Tamashiro, as well as one of 5 up-and-coming jazz artists in Toronto by blogTO.

Barbra’s third release and her most personal to date is the JUNO Award-nominated ‘I’m Still Learning’. Her vocals are exquisite; there are no theatrics in her singing style – just pure charm. She is an accomplished singer, songwriter and arranger – her personality comes through in her singing, delivering jazz pop songs and heart-wrenching ballads with an equal measure of positivity and genuine emotion.

Ticket $30

Student $20

November 8-11 2018THURSDAY NOVEMBER 8

Canadian Festival HeadlinerStudio Bell, National Music Centre - 850 4 St SE

CANADIAN StageIronwood Stage & Grill - 1229 9 Ave SE

Alberta StageLolita’s Lounge - 1413 9 Ave SE (2nd Floor)

Late Night Concert & JAMIronwood Stage & Grill - 1229 9 Ave SE

KAWA JAzz JAMKAWA Espresso Bar - 1333 8 St SW

Harry Vetro’s Northern Ranger

7pm | $35.00/$25.00

JazzYYC Public WorkshopsLong & McQuade - 225 58 Ave SE

NOTE: 1st PRICE IS ADULT PRICING,

2nd PRICE IS WITH STUDENT DISCOUNT

Rachel TherrienTrumpet & Music BizNoon-1:30 PM | Free

JAZZWALKVarious - Inglewood & The Music Mile

Canadian Jazz Festival

SUNDAY JAZZWALK Sponsored BY TD, Inglewood BIA

& Canada Council

Noon - 6:00 PM | FREE

Morgan Childs Quartet

10pm | $15.00/$5.00

Allison Lynch9pm | $25.00/$15.00

Audrey Ochoa9pm | $25.00/$15.00

Barbra Lica7pm | $30.00/$20.00

Ethan Ardelli Quartet

7pm | $35.00/$25.00

Rachel Therrien7pm | $35.00/$25.00

November 8-11 2018 FESTIVAL INFORMATION WWW.JAZZYYC.COM

FRIDAY NOVEMBER 9 SATURDAY NOVEMBER 10 SUNDAY NOVEMBER 11

Montréal Guitare Trio (MG3)

8pm | $45.00/$35.00

Harry Vetro’s Northern Ranger

7pm | $35.00/$25.00

Steve Fletcher3-6 pm | Free

NOTE: 1st PRICE IS ADULT PRICING,

2nd PRICE IS WITH STUDENT DISCOUNT

Rachel TherrienTrumpet & Music BizNoon-1:30 PM | Free

Allison LynchVocals

Noon-1:30 PM | Free

Ethan ArdelliDrums & Music Biz

Noon-1:30 PM | Free

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Alberta Stage

Audrey OchoaFriday November 9 @ 9 pmLolita’s Lounge - 1413 9 Ave SE (2nd Floor)

Allison LynchSaturday November 10 @ 9 pmLolita’s Lounge - 1413 9 Ave SE (2nd Floor)

Audrey Ochoa - TromboneLisa Jacobs - BassSteve Fletcher - KeyboardsSandro Dominelli - Drums

Allison Lynch - VocalsSteve Fletcher - PianoSteve Shepard - BassJon May - Drums

Trombonist Audrey Ochoa is a rising star on the Canadian jazz scene. After having completed studies in classical trombone at the University of Alberta, Audrey began performing professionally across Canada and abroad as a member of multiple ensembles.

An exceptional showing for a female Western Canadian instrumentalist, Audrey stayed at #1 in Canada on the jazz charts for the entire month of July 2017 and hit #20 in the US. She’s had ongoing airplay in US cities such as Chicago, Miami, New Orleans, San Francisco, San Diego, Honolulu, Austin and more.

Allison Lynch is a Canadian singer, lyricist, actor and composer. Growing up with jazz musician parents, she began studying violin, piano, guitar and ukulele from an early age, incorporating them into her songwriting. Allison has performed at the Calgary Folk Music Festival, the Medicine Hat Jazz Festival and Brazilfest, and has toured Ontario as well as performing with the Malaysian, Winnipeg and Victoria Symphonies. With an eye to the golden age of jazz and a finger on the pulse of the modern singer-songwriter aesthetic, Allison Lynch creates a singular compositional voice that transcends era through a deliberate mix of the modern and the classic.

Ticket $25 Student $15

Ticket $25 Student $15

Free WorkshopS Sponsored by Long & McQuade Music

Thurs. November 8Noon - 1:30pm

Rachel TherrienTrumpet & Music Business

Sat. November 10Noon - 1:30pMEthan Ardelli

Drums & Music Business

Fri. November 9Noon - 1:30pmAllison Lynch

Vocals

All Workshops AT Long & McQuade Music 225 58 Ave SE

Late Night Concert & Jams

Morgan Childs Quartet& Late Night Jam Session*Friday November 9 @ 10 pmIronwood Stage & Grill - 1229 9 Ave SE

Kelly Jefferson - Tenor SaxophoneLucian Gray - GuitarNeil Swainson - BassMorgan Childs - Drums

“He rides the cymbals like Max Roach while dropping bombs like Billy Higgins.” -Alexander Varty, The Georgia Straight

Morgan Childs is a drummer and bandleader who has cemented his reputation as one of Canada’s foremost jazz musicians. Peers and elders alike have expressed admiration for Morgan’s unique blend of forward-looking, contemporary instincts with his warm, vintage aesthetic and thorough understanding of the jazz tradition. Morgan’s Quartet features three of Canada’s top players with JUNO-nominated saxophonist Kelly Jefferson (Emilie-Claire Barlow), rising star guitarist Lucian Gray (Berklee School of Music) and Neil Swainson who spent 20 years as the bassist of choice for piano legend George Shearing.

Ticket $15 Student $5

*One Set Concert to be followed by Late Night Jam Session. Jammers free.

Steve FletcherKAWA JAMSat. November 10 @ 3-6 pmKAWA Espresso Bar - 1333 8 St SW

Head down to one of Calgary’s favourite Jazz spots for a special Festival edition of the Saturday Jam hosted by keyboardist Steve Fletcher. Known for his wide-ranging musical tastes and abilities, expect to be taken on a journey through swing to funk to soul.

FREE Admission

JazzWalk Sunday, November 11, 2018

JAZZYYC YOUTH LAB BAND 12:30 PM - 1 PM New Central Library, 802- 3 St SE

AL MUIRHEAD BIG BAND WITH TOP CAT SWING DANCE (FREE DANCE LESSONS) 1 PM - 3 PM New Central Library, 802 - 3 St SE

MANHATTAN BEACH ALLSTARS Noon - 2 PM Salt & Pepper, 1413 - 9 Ave SE

WILLY JOOSEN 1 PM - 4 PM Swans of Inglewood, 1336 - 9 Ave SE

RICK CLIMANS TRIO Noon - 2 PM Rosso Coffee Roasters (NMC), 850 - 4 St SE

NEIL MCVEY 2 PM - 4 PM Kent of Inglewood, 1319 - 9 Ave SE

ANGELA WRIGLEY DUO 2 PM - 4 PM Art on Ninth, 1213 - 9 Ave SE

VIVIANE MARTIN TRIO 3 PM - 5 PM Gravity Espresso & Wine Bar, 909 - 10 St SE

JIM BRENAN QUARTET 4 PM - 6 PMThe Hose and Hound Neighbourhood Pub, 1030 - 9 Ave SE

AC DIXIE 4 PM - 6 PM Cold Garden Beverage Company, 1100 - 11 St SE

ARTWALK WITH ART Noon - 6 PM (Free Guided JazzWalk Tours)For details or to register: artwalkwithart@gmail.com or @artwalkwithart

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.

ILLUMINATE CONCERT SERIESErnesto Cervini’s TurbopropSaturday December 1, 2018 @ 8 PMKing Eddy, National Music Centre - 438 9 Ave SE

GalaA special evening with

Matt Dusk

Saturday, February 16, 2019

Hosted by Tim Tamashiro

Calgary Petroleum Club319 5 Ave SW

Vegas-Style Cabaret FundraiserDinner and a Show With Silent Auction

Early Bird Tickets $130 until December 31January 1st onwards $150

Tables of 8 availablepurchase at www.jazzyyc.comPresented by

Innovative and electrifying, Toronto jazz drummer Ernesto Cervini has energy to burn and with his sextet Turboprop. Cervini flexes his arranging muscles, creating a vast landscape of musical textures, and moods on which these monster musicians can play. The band’s sound is reminiscent of the hard-swinging Jazz Messenger bands of Art Blakey, although they tackle a wide range of music; from Charlie Parker to Claude Debussy to Radiohead, plus originals from all the band members. They have already toured across Canada multiple times to rave reviews, and released their sophomore album, ‘Rev’, on ANZIC Records (NYC) in the fall of 2017 which was nominated for a 2018 JUNO Award for Jazz Album of the Year (Group). Tara Davidson - Alto & Soprano Saxophones

Joel Frahm - Tenor Saxophone Christian Overton – TromboneAdrean Farrugia – PianoMichael Herring – BassErnesto Cervini – Drums

Ticket $30

Student $20

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About JazzYYCJazzYYC is Calgary’s jazz collaborative. There’s strength when we work together. JazzYYC represents, supports and promotes jazz in Calgary year around.

The Calgary jazz scene is exciting and plentiful. Whether you’re a jazz musician, a diehard jazz fan or a jazz dabbler, JazzYYC has something for you. Come experience Calgary’s jazz scene. The more the merrier.

You can find jazz in Calgary’s clubs, restaurants, coffee shops and theatres. If you’re looking for the ultimate music education, jazz is your best bet. Jazz combines the best of book smarts and street smarts. Jazz is one of the most requested music choices for Calgary corporate and special events. Jazz has many colors that range from elegant to energized to enter-taining. Book some jazz for your next event!

JazzYYC offers an annual concert series (Illuminate), two jazz festivals, one of the largest International Jazz Days in the world on April 30th, and co-presents concerts totaling a remarkable 250+ shows each year. Our website encourages jazz musicians to get a gig, post a gig and then we support and promote about them through our weekly newsletter and social media channels. JazzYYC encourages community partner-ship and education programs for young jazz musi-cians throughout the city with our Youth Lab Band.

VisionTo serve and nourish the growing and vibrant jazz community in Calgary and beyond.

MissionA sustainable society creating and facilitating acces-sible, memorable jazz experiences.

JazzYYC Youth Lab Band

Comprised of local youth aged 14 to 20, the JazzYYC Youth Lab builds on the strength of the Calgary music and educational community through expert instruction and participation in an advanced jazz ensemble. Led by Director Sean Craig, veteran guest musicians work with the band to expand their musical horizons. With a focus on ensemble skills, improvisation, medi-um/ advanced repertoire and musicianship, the JazzYYC Youth Lab Band benefits students with a desire to enrich their musical experience. The band rehearses once a week at the TransAlta Performing Arts Studios.

JAZZYYC MEMBERS

JazzYYC membership is central to the success of our efforts to build a vibrant jazz community in Calgary!

Our ask is straightforward. If you love jazz in our city, renew or become a new member today. Your JazzYYC membership will put you at the heart of Calgary’s resurgent jazz scene. Our goal is $30,000 in membership sign-ups and we can’t get there without you. All you have to do is go to:www.jazzyyc.com/become-a-new-member

ONE Jazz Lovers: For $30 minimum, you’ll be a Participating Member and:

Tax receipt for 80% of your contributionSustain the JazzYYC Website and JazzYYC weekly newsletterParticipate and be heard at the Annual General Meeting (AGM)Join other Jazz Lovers for members-only celebration tied to the AGMParticipate in Membership Award prize draws

TWO Jazz Cat: For $250 minimum, you will become a Sustaining Member of Jazz YYC plus receive:

Tax receipt for 80% of your contributionAll privileges of the Jazz Lovers membershipInvitation four exclusive celebrations tied to JazzYYC eventsReserved seating where possibleRecognition for your support, if desired

THREEJazz Legend: For $1,000 minimum, you will become a Building Member of JazzYYC and receive:

Tax receipt for 80% of your contributionAll privileges of Jazz Lovers and Jazz Cats membershipsExclusive invitation to our prestigious Jazz Legend Appreciation eventPreferential reserved seating where possiblePublic recognition if desiredIf you commit to a subscription of $1,000 per year for 5 years, or $5,000 at once, you’ll become a JAZZ 4 Life Club member.

FOURYoung Lions

Free Student Membership supporting our future jazz community with benefits that include:Access to student priced advanced ticket salesAccess the JazzYYC website and JazzYYC weekly newsletterParticipate and be heard at the Annual General Meeting (AGM)Join other Jazz Lovers for members-only celebration tied to AGMLast minute promotional door pricing to events, space permittingDirect communication about JazzYYC outreach, workshops and Lab Band opportunities.

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Studio Bell

Lolita’s Lounge

Ironwood Stage & Grill

New Central Library

Swans of Inglewood

Rosso Coffee Roasters

Rosso Coffee Roasters

Concert venues

Free Events & JazzWalk Venues

Hose & Hound Pub

Salt & Pepper

Kent of Inglewood

Cold GardenBeverage Co.

GravityEspresso & Wine Bar

Long & McQuade225 58 Ave SE

Kawa Espresso Bar1333 8 St SW

Art on Ninth

King Eddy

VENUESJazzYYC Fall Series Venues

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