Jazz Around Town Listings
Sageev Oore and Tim Crofts
[The New Standard monthly concert series] Piano man Sageev Oore and Tim Crofts (Halifax) open the portal to their world of complex compositions and uncontainable darkly fringed joy. This pairing is new and is already expected to be unrepeatablemore...
Performers: Sageev Oore and Tim Crofts
February 22, 2012 (Wednesday)
- Time:
- 8:00 pm
- Venue:
- The Company House
- Genre:
John Gracie "Live From the Flamingo" CD Release @ The Harbourfront Lounge
John Gracie's new CD pays tribute to a legacy of great songs associated with Tony Bennett and Frank Sinatra, from "Under My Skin" to "I Left My Heart in San Francisco", with a detour to Eddy Arnold's "You Don't Know Me". John and friends celebrate the official release this week, and promise you a bouquet of classic songs.
Casino Nova Scotia's Harbourfront Lounge, 1983 Upper Water Street. | No cover. | 7pm - 8:30pm.
Thursday, February 23 at 7:00 pm
The Blakey Project- at Stayners Wharf
The 1950’s and 60’s was a time for some of the grooviest jazz to hit the scene. At the forefront was the “Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers”, providing a unique brand of hard-hitting music. The Blakey Project brings the swinging sound of this iconic band to the East Coast, playing many of their funky hits. Featuring a 3-piece horn section and a swingin’ rhythm section, The Blakey Project is sure to be the hottest and bluesiest ticket in town. | at Stayners Wharf , $5
Thursday, February 23 at 9:00 pmMusikon @ St. Mary's University Art Gallery
The new music society Musikon presents their debut concert, with music by Canadian composers Bob Pritchard, Michael Parker, Bob Bauer and Jared Miller. Performed by Barbara Pritchard (piano), Norman Adams (cello), and Anne Davison (cello) and in conjunction with the Jacqueline Reimer exhibit "Six Low-Cast Maidens in Search of a Porch".
St. Mary's University Art Gallery, 5865 Gorsebrook Ave, 1st floor of the Loyola Academic Complex. | Tickets $20 adults, $10 students.
Friday, February 24 at 8:00 pmThe Booty Boppin' Brass Band @ Stayner's Wharf
The Booty Boppin’ Brass Band livens up the air with the sounds of New Orleans wrapped up in Halifax style. Rick Waychesko (trumpet), Mike Cowie (trumpet), Martin Davidson (tenor sax), Dan Martin (trombone), Pierre Devillers (sousaphone) and Dave Burton (drums) are the masters that promise to make you move!
Stayner's Wharf Pub & Grill | 5075 George St | $5.00 cover
Friday, February 24 at 9:00 pmThe Booty Boppin’ Brass Band @ Stayner's
The Booty Boppin’ Brass Band livens up the air with the sounds of New Orleans wrapped up in Halifax style. Rick Waychesko (trumpet), Mike Cowie (trumpet), Martin Davidson (tenor sax), Dan Martin (trombone), Pierre Devillers (sousaphone) and Dave Burton (drums) are the masters that promise to make you move!
Stayner's Wharf Pub & Grill | 5075 George St | no cover | 4pm - 7pm
Saturday, February 25 at 4:00 pmWinterlude 2012
Halifax's Fine Arts Parents Association presents Winterlude 2012! This is a music-based event, featuring a wonderful evening of music and dancing provided by the students of the Halifax All-City Music Program - classical, jazz, rock and roll will be showcased. The event will be hosted by Steve Coates. All profits go directly to support student development in the arts. For tickets email music@staff.ednet.ns.ca are available in advance by calling 477-6788 or and at the door. | McInnes Room, Dalhousie University, $20
Saturday, February 25 at 7:30 pmRasta Gumbo @ Stayner's Wharf
Rasta Gumbo provide a true gumbo of musical tastes, some spice and a hearty stew. They're the special on the menu tonight.
Stayner's Wharf Pub & Grill | 5075 George St | $5.00 cover
Saturday, February 25 at 9:00 pm
Jeff Goodspeed & Friends
Jeff Goodspeed & friends is a Stayners Sunday night institution. They have played there for 280 Sundays and counting. Every Sunday, join Stayner's for dinner and stay for the great music featuring Jeff Goodspeed & Friends | 5075 George St | No Cover
Sunday, February 26 at 5:00 pm