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

Workshops led by Tom Richards create the opportunity to explore improvisation in a judgement-free environment. Tom leads the group through exercises that challenge the way we perceive and interact with each other. Come join us on the last Tuesday of every month from 7-9pm at Radstorm!

Jazz Night upstairs at Economy Shoe Shop run by Leo Cox, bass/guitar,  Ben Tucker, guitar/voice and Dante Keirstead, drums.

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.

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

Soul Strings is a music social club featuring stories behind the music. It features concerts on the last Wednesday of every month with classical music recordings and a talk by cellist Anna Shabalina The Nov 26 concert is a live cello and piano performance featuring pianist Joseph Dowell and cellist Anna Shabalina. All 2025 sessions ... 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.

Top music students from Dalhousie University playing innovative jazz tunes under the direction of Chris Mitchell, with the All City Jazz band

Join Heather Rankin, Linda Carvery, Patrick Maubert, Suzy Hansen, Katrina Philip, and more to be announced! Miracle on Brunswick Street is our first Holiday Cabaret featuring local performers. Enjoy a night of fun music, winter treats, and a holiday market. Tickets: $20 for standing room, $30 for seats

John Chaisson grew up in Antigonish, and studied jazz at St. Francis Xavier University, long before the singing jazz upright bass player Esperanza Spaulding came to prominence. Fans of John’s smooth baritone-plus-bass already had her Nova Scotia counterpoint. John has put true, low notes behind PEI legend Lenny Gallant, the stratospheric pipes of The Rankins, ... Read more

Jazz jam with Gabe Mink & friends. Gabe is a guitarist and bandleader and a rising talent on the Halifax jazz scene! He plays with a shifting cast of Eastern Canada’s top musicians. Gabe has extensive experience performing at festivals and venues throughout Canada.

Fall Concert Smetana Die Moldau Bach Orchestral Suite #3 Beethoven  Symphony No. 6

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'.

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.

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.

Toe-tapping big band sounds from members of two bands who have performed together for years under the guidance of James M. Shaw. Listen to us!

Under the direction of Mark Hopkins – Professor of Music at Acadia University and in-demand guest conductor – the Nova Scotia Youth Orchestra kicks off a brand-new season with True North! Hear music from classical heavyweights like Beethoven and Sibelius, plus symphonic gems from Gabrieli, Björk, and Whitacre. Finally, experience the heart wrenching, JUNO Award-winning ... Read more

A choral concert of folk music, both familiar and new. Featuring Nova Scotian classics, traditional songs from the UK, and music from modern singer-songwriters. Tickets will be available from choir members, online, and at the door. Be sure to arrive early to claim one of the new comfy chairs in the front rows! Presented by ... Read more

Folk, rock & blues from this talented Halifax performer and composer. Guest include Paul St-Amand, Eliu Enriques & Behrooz Mihankhah. Read more

G Street Band electrifies the dance floor with their high-energy fusion of classic and current, pop, rock, funk...and a touch of jazz!

Singer & trumpeter Paul St-Amand teams up with guitarist Kenneth Pasher for a midday jazz set at The Roastory: where every cup has a rhythm. Bedford’s coolest new cafe is rooted in two timeless crafts: the art of specialty coffee and the soul of jazz and blues.

Popular jazz pianist Silvio Pupo, who plays Wednesday nights at The Local, teams up with Halifax singer Patrick Simms who trained as an opera singer at Dalhousie University but well versed in old school jazz crooning, folk music and blues.

Holiday jazz concert by one of Halifax's most popular big bands. Founded in 2017 by Music Director Stephanie Mckeown, Atlantic Sound machine has rocked Halifax with timeless hits through the eras in a big band format. They have performed for private and public functions and many festivals including the Jazzfest!

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

Through the Night, from Dusk to Dawn Music marking the passage of time from sundown to sunup. Songs of sleep and moonlight, restlessness and relaxation, snowy walks and sunny mornings Works by Allan, Barber, Brahs, Ramsey, Whitacre and more.

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