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July
2010
Tuesday,
July 27-10:30 am
'London
Lady - Part 2'
London pianist Grace Mo pays tribute to 2 composers
in 2 weeks! Part 2: commemorate Schumann's 200th anniversary.
Tickets: $10-Members/ $12-Non-Members
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Tuesday, July 27 - 7:30 pm
'The Sojourners'
Gospel trio The Sojourners, whose music echoes of
doo wop, R&B, and soul return to the Silk Purse for
an intimate and uplifting evening of soulful sounds.
Tickets: $15.00-Members $20.00-Non-Members
Around
the World Thursday
Thursday, July 29 - 10:30 am
'Bossa Nova Bosswell'
Stephen Boswell, classical guitarist extraordinaire,
treats us to a morning of impassioned bossa novas, tangos
and flamenco. Supported by 'Bean Around the World'.
Tickets: $10-Members/ $12-Non-Members
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Thursday, July 29 - 7:30 pm
'The Euphorics'
Internationally known a cappella quartet The Euphorics
perform a rich and soulful blend of lively jazz hits with
power and humour!
Tickets: $15.00-Members $17.00-Non-Members
August 2010
TUESDAY'S
with HCW
Tuesday, August 3 - 10:30 am
'Swing Sisters'
Keep summer swingin' with the sensational Swing Sisters!
These Jazz lovin' ladies, who sing in the style of the Andrew
Sisters, are joined by Jazz guitarist Ron Thompson
and guest vocalist Jacqueline Allan. Concert sponsored
by Home Care West.
ADMISSION FREE - DURING HARMONY ARTS FESTIVAL!!
Tuesday,
August 10 -10:30 am
'Simply
Schubert'
Vancouver Baritone David Locke-Norton performs Schubert's
Die Winterreise based upon poems by Wilhelm Müller,
with well-known Vancouver pianist Ailsa Zaenker.
Tickets: $10.00-Members $12.00-Non-Members
Thursday, August 12-10:30 am
Bella
Italia'
Be transported to beautiful Italy through the mezmerising
voice of soprano Michelle Keobke and her husband,
baritone, lute and theorbo player, Jake Doherty perform
a beautiful selection of opera arias and art songsThis concert
is their last concert before the head to Italy for music
studies for the next year.
Tickets: $10.00-Members $12.00-Non-Members
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Thursday, August 12 - 7:30 pm
'Bria Skonberg'
Swing with local and international favourite Bria Skonberg!
This talented trumpeter/vocalist has played with many great
Jazz legends including Dal Richards, brings her band to
the Silk Purse for a night of Dixieland Jazz and Swing!
Dance the night away!
Tickets: $15.00-Members $17-Non-Members
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Tuesday, Aug. 17 - 7:30 pm
'Turner, Proznick, Fewer & Dwyer'
Respected musicians and Juno winners from across Canada
on their own or in an ensemble; trumpeter Brad Turner,
bassist Jodi Proznick, violinist Mark Fewer
and pianist Phil Dwyer, come together for an evening
of Jazz that is sure to delight the enthusiast in us all!
Supported in part by Godfrey Lynum.
Tickets: $15.00-Members $17-Non-Members
Thursday,
August 19 -10:30 am
'Terrific
Twosome'
Members of Classical crossover sensation Il Voce, coloratura
soprano Melody Mercredi and baritone D.J. Calhoun
share a morning of powerful duets and solo arias from the
opera repertoire.
Tickets:
Tickets: $10.00-Members $12.00-Non-Members
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Thursday, Aug. 19 - 7:30 pm
'The Twisters'
Nominated for 5 Maple Blues Awards this year and winners
of the Juno award - The Twisters will blow you away
with their unique mix of Blues, Swing, Roots and Jazz. A
concert not to be missed!!
Tickets: $15-Members $17.00-Non-Members
Tuesday,
Aug. 24-10:30 am
'Virtuosity'
Virtuosic pianist for the Chopin Society, originally from
Poland, Krystyna Tucka performs a concert of Liszt,
Chopin, Grieg and more!
Tickets: $10.00-Members $12.00-Non-Members
Around
the World Thursday
Thursday, Aug. 26-10:30 am
'My Favourite Things'
Respected soloist, collaborator and teacher Hey-Jung
Oh, originally from Korea, performs a selection of her
favourite piano works including Chopin, Mozart, Liszt and
Piazzolla. Supported in part by 'Bean Around the World'.
Tickets: $10.00-Members $12.00-Non-Members
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Thursday, August 26-7:30 pm
'Don Does Motown'
The always suave Vancouver Jazz sensation, Don Stewart
brings his signature smooth voice and showmanship to pay
homage to the songs of Motown, including songs of Sam Cooke,
Marvin Gaye and Smokey Robinson.
Tickets: $15.00-Members $17-Non-Members
Tuesday,
August 31- 10:30 am
'Gone
Fishing'
Well-known Vancouver quintet, including VSO violinist Karen
Foster and award-winning pianist Nikolai Maloff
bring to life the popular Trout Quintet by Schubert, along
with a Schubert Sonatina.
Tickets: $12.00-Members $15.00-Non-Members
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Tuesday, August 31-7:30 pm
'Sydney's Sinatra'
Originally from Sydney Australia, bass player and vocalist
Goby Catt makes his Silk Purse debut! Alongside his
band the Catt Pack, Goby pays tribute to Ol' Blue
Eyes plus many Jazz standards that are sure to please any
Jazz lover!.
Tickets: $15.00-Members $17-Non-Members
September 2010
Thursday,
September 2, 2010 - 10:30 am
"Russian Rhapsody"
Celebrated Russian pianist Boris Konovalov performs
a program of all Liszt including his well-known pieces:
Hungarian Rhapsody and Rhapsodie Espagnole.
Tickets $12 members; $15 non-members.
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Thursday, Sept 2 - 7:30 pm
'Sibel Thrasher'
An award-winning performer, Sibel Thrasher was once
named Entertainer of the Year. She has recorded with The
Platters, Long John Baldry, Rocket Norton and Donna Summers.
This soulful and sassy singer is sure to get your toes tapping
and spirits rising!
Tickets: $15.00-Members $17-Non-Members
Thursday,
Sept 9 -10:30 am
'Power & Passion'
Professor of Collaborative Piano Studies at U.B.C., the
VISI's own Rena Sharon performs a rare solo recital
of Brahms, Beethoven and Barber. Internationally respected
instructor, collaborator, writer and composer, Sharon performs
with precision and passion.
Tickets: $12-Members/$15-Non-Members
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Thursday, Sept 9 - 7:30 pm
'Jim Byrnes'
Legendary multi-talented Juno Award winning blues and roots
artist Jim Byrnes shares an intimate evening performing
gospel, blues, rockabilly, country, and once again pulls
it all together in an original and unique way!
Tickets: $20-Members/$25-Non-Members
TUESDAY'S
with HCW
Tuesday, Sept 14 -10:30 am
'Russian Romance'
Alexander Tutunov is widely recognized as one of
the most outstanding virtuosos of Russia. First Prize winner
of the Belarusian and the Russian National Piano Competitions,
Tutunov's playing was described as "exhilarating and
inspired, and demonstrating a unique talent". Concert
sponsored by Home Care West.
All Tickets: $15.00
Thursday,
Sept 16 -10:30 am
'Cadencias'
The always exquisite principal pianist for the VSO, Linda
Lee Thomas has become Canada's foremost tango musician,
performing and recording with Argentine bandoneonists Daniel
Binelli and Nestor Marconi. She is affectionately known
as "The Reina de Tango". And eagerly shares her
love of Argentine tango with us.
Tickets: $12.00-Members $15.00-Non-Members
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Thursday, Sept 16-7:30 pm
'Dalannah Gail Bowen'
Soulful singer Dalannah Gail Bowen has worked with
the likes of Willie Dixon and King Curtis. Her interpretive
Jazz and high-energy Blues style has made her quite the
reputation throughout North America.
Tickets: $15.00-Members $17-Non-Members
Tuesday,
Sept 21-10:30 am
'Mark Twain & Olivia Clemens'
Acclaimed writer, performer and lecturer Don Mowatt
portrays Mark Twain alongside pianist/actress Carolyn Finlay
as his wife Olivia Clemens, through dramatic readings
and song.
Tickets: $10.00 Members $12.00 Non-Members
Thursday,
Sept 23-10:30 am
'Songs of the Camino'
Celebrated for her clear and versatile voice, soprano Katy
Hedalen performs Songs of the Camino de Santiago along
with a breathtaking slide show of her journey in Spain.
Tickets: $10.00 Members $12.00 Non-Members
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Thursday, Sept 23-7:30 pm
Cap U Jazz Ensemble
Capilano University's Jazz ensemble "A"Band
brings their youthful energy and skilled musicianship for
a night of unforgettable music. Also appearing is the recipient
of a scholarship awarded by the WVCAC.
Tickets: $15-Members/ $17-Non-Members
Tuesday, Sept 28-10:30 am
'Latin Pops'
Sultry and sizzling songs from the Latin America with tenor
William George, cellist Stefan Hintersteininger
& pianist Karen Lee-Morlang.
Tickets: $10.00 Members $12.00 Non-Members
Around
the World Thursday
Thursday, Sept 30-10:30 am
'Between Two Worlds'
Renowned violinist and instructor Yuri Zaidenberg
and award-winning pianist/teacher/lecturer Amanda Chan
perform a morning devoted to Russian composer Schnittke.
Supported in part by 'Bean Around the World'.
Tickets: $12.00 Members $15.00 Non-Members
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Thursday, Sept 30-7:30 pm
'Nitecap'
Nitecap is Capilano University's celebrated Jazz
vocal ensemble. These Jazz stars of tomorrow close out the
Jazz Waves Series with a bang! Don't miss these talented
Jazz performers!
Tickets: $15.00-Members $17-Non-Members
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