The journey to jazz can be a long, strange one. Musically. Personally. Even geographically. For Calgary pianist and…
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Lineup for JazzYYC’s fall Canadian Jazz Festival is something to celebrate
For any local music-lover, the current condition of Calgary’s jazz scene is something that should be celebrated. Brought…
Juno-winning jazz musician Robi Botos still movin’ forward as he readies new release
It was, in a way, the culmination — but by no means the ending — of a pretty…
Calgary institution the Prime Time Big Band keep the music alive with Live at the Ironwood album release
Sometimes between-song banter does what it’s intended to do for musicians. Usually, though, that’s merely to endear you…
Oliver Miguel ready to explore his creativity with special Arts Commons concerts
As all great opportunities do, it begins with Fred. Just Fred. That’s all you need to know and…
Calgary folk fest: BADBADNOTGOOD’s Chester Hansen offers up some surefire summer jams
Bassist for acclaimed Toronto jazz-based act knows what it takes to make a playlist for the sizzling months…
Mallory Chipman breathes new life into jazz with her fresh, confident style and approach
Dynamic Edmonton artist makes her mark with debut album Nocturnalize, which is informed by an eclectic mix of…
Top Picks for getting out June 8 – 14
We run down your best entertainment bets in Calgary for the upcoming week including an offering from Vertigo…
Calgary Creative Arts Ensemble adds a little Pepper to its repertoire
Orchestra will get back to its roots by performing 1959 classic Art Pepper + Eleven Saturday night as…
Celebrating music legend Miles Davis’s lasting, electric appeal
Drummer and nephew of late, great jazz artist brings his interpretations of "uncle Miles" music to Calgary with…