Nick MacClean

Simonholt restaurant 6582 Applecross Road, Nanaimo, BC

This contemplative and often thrilling quartet’s explorations of modern, original repertoire is led by fast-rising piano star NICK MACLEAN – an 8x Global Music Award winner, a Toronto Independent Music Award winner, and one of the most in-demand young jazz piano players in Toronto – the group delivers jazz between the two poles of thoughtful […]

Cool jazz & Hot Tap

The Port Theatre 125 Front St, Nanaimo, British Columbia

Bon Directed and Choreographed by Danny Nielsen Original Music Composed by Danny Nielsen and Noah Franche-Nolan Arrangements by Dan Reynolds and Danny Nielsen Tap Dancers: Laura Donaldson, Elise McGrenera, Johnathan Morin, Danny Nielsen, Veronica Simpson Musicians: Dan Reynolds (piano), Ken Lister (bass), Hans Verhoeven (drums) Lighting Design by Jack Chipman Improvisation by all Dancers and […]

Jazzin it with Juddy-Anne

Hope Lutherian Church 2174 Departure Bay Rd, Nanaimo

Judy-Anne Wilson, a seasoned performer and Jazz vocalist, who recently moved to Vancouver Island, Repertoire includes Jazz standards, swing tunes, and some jazzed up show tunes. She will be accompanied by local musicians: Possibly: Guitartist: Brad Shipley Bassist: Rick Kilburn Drummer: James McRae Saxophonist: Larry Miller

Jon Miller Trio

Simonholt restaurant 6582 Applecross Road, Nanaimo, BC

The band features Jon Miller (drums), Dr. Tony Genge (keys) and Andrew Janusson (gtr.) and will be lighting a musical fire with their exciting jazz combo. Before locating to the West Coast in 1999 Jon lived in Montreal, Philadelphia and Amsterdam, playing drums in a wide range of formations. He holds a B. Mus in […]

Agasha @ the OCQ

OCQ Fitzwilliam Gate

My name is Agasha and I'm an up coming artist. I enjoy a  range of genres but my favourite is RnB/Soul . I've release 3 singles so far and now looking to get more out there. As I work on creating more original music , I look forward to sharing covers  from artists that inspire me such […]

Teighan Couch Trio @ the OCQ

OCQ Fitzwilliam Gate

Born and raised in Ottawa, ON, Teighan came to Nanaimo with ambitions of becoming a jazz vocalist. With very little singing experience she auditioned and was accepted into the Jazz Studies program at Vancouver Island University. She successfully completed her Bachelor’s in Music this year. Her dreams of becoming a vocalist didn’t come to fruition […]

String Fever @ the OCQ

June Fitzwilliam Gate 427 Fitzwilliam Street, Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

String Fever is a vibrant and dynamic trio that brings the joy of gypsy jazz music to life. Featuring Tom Neville on violin, Alan Medcalf on guitar and Michael Anderson on vocals & guitar, this talented ensemble captivates audiences with their infectious energy and melodic inventiveness.

Mike Allen @ Simonholt

Simonholt restaurant 6582 Applecross Road, Nanaimo, BC

** Discount for NIJFA Members! Quadwrangle Music presents Mike Allen &  trio:  June 18th, 7:30pm at the Simonholt Restaurant. Mike is one of Canada's, indeed North America's, leading saxophonists and is well matched in this trio with John Lee (bass) and the great Dave Robbins (drums). "Since founding his record label ALMUS JAZZ in 1990, […]