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
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 […]
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 […]
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 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.
Cosmosaurus @ Maffeo Sutton Park
** 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, […]
Tasha Adams @ Kin Park Departure Bay
Mr Missy is Canadian singer songwriter Marc Robichaud's alter ego. A professional guitarist for hire, playing in show bands ,blues and jazz festivals, and recording with members of Canadian music legends Spirit of the West and Odds. After a 12 year hiatus from the biz, the debut album Looking for You is a labour of […]
Quadwrangle Music presents - Kate Wyatt Quartet (Kate Wyatt, Adrian Vedady...) at Simonholt Restaurant. 7:30pm-10:00pm
The Nanaimo International Jazz Festival Association presents its major fall festival in and around downtown Nanaimo annually and also hosts or co-presents myriad jazz events throughout the year.