Week of Events
Monday, April 13, 2026
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April 13, 2026Morgan Davis
Morgan Davis
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.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
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April 14, 2026Jazz Night
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April 14, 2026Leo Cox Trio
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April 14, 2026Garrett Mason
Jazz Night
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
Leo Cox Trio
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
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
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
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April 15, 2026Live jazz with Matt Maclennan trio
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April 15, 2026Sacred Sounds: Peter Togni & Jeff Reilly
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April 15, 2026Jazz Night @ The Local
Live jazz with Matt Maclennan trio
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
Sacred Sounds: Peter Togni & Jeff Reilly
Please join us for Sacred Silence Sacred Sounds, a contemplative gathering with different artists every month. This month features Peter Togni & Jeff Reilly Peter Togni and Jeff Reilly had just started working together at the CBC music department in Halifax, NS and on one weekday afternoon Peter mentioned he had acquired the keys to ... Read more
Jazz Night @ The Local
Jazz night with Silvio Pupo, keys, Ronald Hynes, bass and Damien Moynihan, percussion.
Thursday, April 16, 2026
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April 16, 2026Bill Stevenson & Mark Adam
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April 16, 2026Jeremy Dutcher & the National Arts Centre Orchestra
Bill Stevenson & Mark Adam
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
Jeremy Dutcher & the National Arts Centre Orchestra
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
Friday, April 17, 2026
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April 17, 2026Big Easy Fridays!
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April 17, 2026Caito Macdonald Trio
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April 17, 2026The Mellotones
Big Easy Fridays!
Sounds of New Orleans with Mike Cowie & John Alphonse More events all week on Bearly's website
Caito Macdonald Trio
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
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
Saturday, April 18, 2026
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April 18, 2026Coffeehouse Concert Series
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April 18, 2026Jazz Joyride
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April 18, 2026Music & Dance Fundraiser
Coffeehouse Concert Series
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
Jazz Joyride
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
Music & Dance Fundraiser
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
Sunday, April 19, 2026
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April 19, 2026John Chiasson Trio
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April 19, 2026Stories Behind the Music: Transition to Modern Times
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April 19, 2026All Saints Cathedral Choir
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April 19, 2026Jazz @ the Lion’s Head!
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April 19, 2026Sunday night blues jam
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April 19, 2026Sunday Open Mic
John Chiasson Trio
Fretless 5 String Bass and Vocal - John Chiasson Piano - Dave Staples Percussion - Charlie Cooley
Stories Behind the Music: Transition to Modern Times
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
All Saints Cathedral Choir
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 @ the Lion’s Head!
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.
Sunday night blues jam
Local blues musicians try out their stuff at the traditional blues jam run by Andrew Gillis and his back up band.
Sunday Open Mic
Local jazz musician Bethany Fulde hosts a come-one, come-all open mic at the Local every Sunday.