Events

Sounds of New Orleans with Mike Cowie & John Alphonse

Caito Macdonald is a percussionist and composer from Dartmouth, NS. Caito's musical style is rooted in the jazz tradition, and he performs at various jazz gigs around Halifax. Caito's trio plays every Friday at the Barrington Steakhouse, and he can also be heard in the local rock/fusion band 'Under the Bus'.

For over two decades, The Mellotones have been bringing their high-octane party to stages around the world. Lighting up dance floors wherever they go, the R&B Funk band is an 8-piece powerhouse.

Winter is long, but it doesn't have to feel that way…  Rankin MacInnis is a Maritime musician with a unique kind of show. Saturday afternoons in Halifax have become synonymous with “Rankin’s Winter Warmers” at The Marquee. From January to March, MacInnis makes the trip from Mabou, Cape Breton, to Halifax to host what has ... Read more

The 'Sundays at Four' Music Series returns to the Cathedral Church of All Saints, Halifax September 28 at 4 p.m! Join us for a new season of inspiring choral music, offered freely to the public every Sunday afternoon. Sunday's service is a Choral Evensong for the Eve of St Michael and All Angels, sung by ... Read more

Local blues musicians try out their stuff at the traditional blues jam run by Andrew Gillis and his back up band.

Local jazz musician Bethany Fulde hosts a come-one, come-all open mic at the Local every Sunday.

Morgan Davis is a Canadian blues singer, guitarist, and songwriter. He was born and spent his childhood in Detroit, Michigan, before relocating to Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He moved to Halifax, Nova Scotia, in 2001. His song "Why'd You Lie" was a hit for Colin James and featured on James' 1988 debut album.

Jazz Night with Ken MacKay A native of Truro NS, Ken first started teaching in the Public School system in 1976 and has been active as an educator as a Clinician, Adjudicator and Soloist throughout his career. Ken retired from Astral Drive Junior High where he has been Director of Bands for over 20 years. ... Read more

Halifax’s Leo Cox Trio brings groove-driven modern jazz to Tuesday nights at The Economy Shoe Shop. No cover. Sit-ins welcome. Tuesday Night Jazz at The Economy Shoe Shop features the Leo Cox Trio, with Leo Cox on bass, Ben Tucker on guitar, and Dante Kierstead on drums. Held every Tuesday from 7:00 PM to 10:00 ... Read more

Garrett Mason is a true bluesman at heart. He was raised in Truro, Nova Scotia by his mother Pam, and father, veteran Canadian Bluesman Dutch Mason. His quest to become a blues musician started at a very early age; being surrounded by music blues music, Garrett’s favorite tapes at 3 years old were Canned Heat ... Read more

Matt MacLennan is a bassist and bandleader, bringing a mix of velvety ballads, smooth bossa novas, and breezy swing to Obladee! You can expect balanced and inviting sets with an easy and conversational style that fills the room without crowding it. Lean in and listen, or simply let the sound and textures carry you away. ... Read more

Jazz night with Silvio Pupo, keys, Ronald Hynes, bass and Damien Moynihan, percussion.

Sounds of New Orleans with Mike Cowie & John Alphonse

Caito Macdonald is a percussionist and composer from Dartmouth, NS. Caito's musical style is rooted in the jazz tradition, and he performs at various jazz gigs around Halifax. Caito's trio plays every Friday at the Barrington Steakhouse, and he can also be heard in the local rock/fusion band 'Under the Bus'.

For over two decades, The Mellotones have been bringing their high-octane party to stages around the world. Lighting up dance floors wherever they go, the R&B Funk band is an 8-piece powerhouse.

Winter is long, but it doesn't have to feel that way…  Rankin MacInnis is a Maritime musician with a unique kind of show. Saturday afternoons in Halifax have become synonymous with “Rankin’s Winter Warmers” at The Marquee. From January to March, MacInnis makes the trip from Mabou, Cape Breton, to Halifax to host what has ... Read more

The 'Sundays at Four' Music Series returns to the Cathedral Church of All Saints, Halifax September 28 at 4 p.m! Join us for a new season of inspiring choral music, offered freely to the public every Sunday afternoon. Sunday's service is a Choral Evensong for the Eve of St Michael and All Angels, sung by ... Read more

Local blues musicians try out their stuff at the traditional blues jam run by Andrew Gillis and his back up band.

Local jazz musician Bethany Fulde hosts a come-one, come-all open mic at the Local every Sunday.

Morgan Davis is a Canadian blues singer, guitarist, and songwriter. He was born and spent his childhood in Detroit, Michigan, before relocating to Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He moved to Halifax, Nova Scotia, in 2001. His song "Why'd You Lie" was a hit for Colin James and featured on James' 1988 debut album.

Jazz Night with Ken MacKay A native of Truro NS, Ken first started teaching in the Public School system in 1976 and has been active as an educator as a Clinician, Adjudicator and Soloist throughout his career. Ken retired from Astral Drive Junior High where he has been Director of Bands for over 20 years. ... Read more

Halifax’s Leo Cox Trio brings groove-driven modern jazz to Tuesday nights at The Economy Shoe Shop. No cover. Sit-ins welcome. Tuesday Night Jazz at The Economy Shoe Shop features the Leo Cox Trio, with Leo Cox on bass, Ben Tucker on guitar, and Dante Kierstead on drums. Held every Tuesday from 7:00 PM to 10:00 ... Read more