Bill Stevenson (b. 1947, Ottawa, Ontario) is a highly respected Canadian blues and jazz pianist, vocalist, and songwriter whose musical career spans more than five decades. In his teenage years, he joined the Boston-based band Earth Opera and toured opening for acts such as The Doors. After his time with Earth Opera, he returned to ... Read more
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear Jeremy Dutcher – JUNO and two-time Polaris Prize winner, Two-Spirit song carrier, composer, activist, ethnomusicologist, and member of Tobique First Nation – live in concert with the acclaimed National Arts Centre Orchestra, conducted by their dynamic Music Director Alexander Shelley. This electric collaboration takes over the Rebecca Cohn ... Read more
Sounds of New Orleans with Mike Cowie & John Alphonse More events all week on Bearly's website
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'.
The Mellotones have been bringing their high-octane party to stages around the world for over two decades. Lighting up dance floors wherever they go, the R&B Funk band is an 8-piece powerhouse. From weddings to festivals to late-night clubs and corporate events, their energetic show provides the perfect atmosphere for any occasion. Combining powerful vocals, ... Read more
An intimate night of stories and songs, this concert will bring together talented artists to share the heart behind their music. Stripped down to voice and guitar, weaving melodies with the inspiration and the moments that shaped them. Honest, warm and rooted in the spirit of community that we strive to cultivate here at Open ... Read more
Buckle up for JoyRide, a duo that is a fast-paced, multi-instrumental thrill-ride of jazz, ragtime, Latin, klezmer, Celtic, bebop, blues and more! Colin Maier (oboe, saw, vocals, from Quartetto Gelato) & Mark Camilleri (pianist and music director for The Tenors) are JoyRide. Their mastery and versatility in a smorgasbord of styles has Colin switching gears ... Read more
Rooted Dance Projects invites you to our fundraising event: Order Up! A night filled with improvised music and dance, in which the audience gets to order the line up of performers. You'll place your order with our order master for which musicians and dancers you would like to see perform together. The artists will then ... Read more
Fretless 5 String Bass and Vocal - John Chiasson Piano - Dave Staples Percussion - Charlie Cooley
A fascinating journey to modern times: from iconic masterpieces to hidden gems. Music by Dvorak, Debussy, Piazzolla, and more! The Grand Finale of the Series There is a human life behind every piece of art. Stories Behind the Music is a listening and concert series I created to explore classical music as a living story—shaped by ... 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
Jazz is back at the Lion's Head! Mainstay jazz crew l-r Geordie Haley, Jeff Goodspeed, David Burton and Jamie Gatti. Players subject to change. Interesting guests each week.
Local jazz musician Bethany Fulde hosts a come-one, come-all open mic at the Local every Sunday.
Local blues musicians try out their stuff at the traditional blues jam run by Andrew Gillis and his back up band.
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
Two years since his last visit to Halifax, pianist and podcaster Luke Welch returns to the Music Room with an eclectic and entertaining program, including music by Scarlatti, Chopin, and African-Canadian composer Nathaniel Dett, whose works are showcased on Luke's new CD. ON THE PROGRAM Domenico Scarlatti: Three Sonatas Frederic Chopin: Scherzo No. 3, Op. ... Read more
Jazz night with Silvio Pupo, keys, Ronald Hynes, bass and Damien Moynihan, percussion.
Mike Cowie, trumpet Ben Tucker, drums Barrett Lindsay-Botten, guitar
Listening Hour Percussionist and composter Brian Shankar Adler presents an intimate listening session featuring his own works and the music that inspires him. From Hindustani tradition and jazz to South American and environmental sounds, Brian will discuss the influences behind his creative journey. Followed by a brief Q/A
Sounds of New Orleans with Mike Cowie & John Alphonse More events all week on Bearly's website
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'.
The Mellotones have been bringing their high-octane party to stages around the world for over two decades. Lighting up dance floors wherever they go, the R&B Funk band is an 8-piece powerhouse. From weddings to festivals to late-night clubs and corporate events, their energetic show provides the perfect atmosphere for any occasion. Combining powerful vocals, ... Read more
Do you ever lose the beat? Do you wish that you could play or read rhythms with more precision, or that you had a more disciplined rhythmic practice? If yes, join us in The Art of Rhythm! In this intensive workshop, we will play, clap, vocalize, listen, analyze works and develop techniques to strengthen our ... Read more
The Isidore String Quartet—winners of an Avery Fisher Career Grant and of the 14th Banff International String Quartet Competition—presents a program that explores reverence, innovation, and legacy through the lens of Johannes Brahms. Often viewed as an academic traditionalist and tortured perfectionist, German composer Brahms drew deep inspiration from the compositional mastery of Johann Sebastian ... Read more
James Shaw and Brian Shankar Adler share some of their original compositions plus jazz fro the repertoire. Featuring James Shaw, tenor sax Brian Shankar Adler, percussion Peter Bull, bass Holly Arsenault, piano Andrew Jackson, trombone Matt Myer, trumpet
Fretless 5 String Bass and Vocal - John Chiasson Piano - Dave Staples Percussion - Charlie Cooley
