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Special Events
World Cup Mania 2010 Join us for a crazy month of soccer at the Libra Room. We will be showing the games starting at 6 am! everyday from June 11-July 11. pdf document Jazz Festival 2010 June 25-July 4 is the 25th edition of the Vancouver Jazz Festival. We will be a official venue for the second year. You can catch some great jazz, everyday, 2 bands every night! We will showcasing 19 different acts. There will be a $10 cover charge only for the 10 days of the jazz festival. Friday June 25 Formerly one of our country’s best-kept secrets, Vancouver’s superb jazz pianist Bruno Hubert is finally getting recognition as a leader of his own group. Fresh, swinging, sublime modern jazz. With Sean Cronin bass and Sam Cartwright drums 9-midnight Frontman/bassist Ian Beaty (Greenroom/Werewolves of Creston) delivers searing vocals that shine new light on Soul and R&b favourites. Fans of Otis Redding, Sam Cooke, Albert King, Aretha Franklin, and Ray Charles will love this. With Johannes Grammes guitar, Ian Cox Hammond B-3, Colin Maskell sax, and Ryan Davis drums. Saturday June 26 The Grand Trine's specialty is to re-interpret standards with their own original latin and funky flare. With the dynamic and groovy Orith Fogel on bass & vocals, the brilliant and striking Cat Toren on piano, and the rich tone and driving force of Melissa Hammer on trumpet. 9-midnight Sunday June 27 9-midnight Sultry and sublime, Andrea Superstein sings smoky blues and sassy swing, conjuring dimly-lit speakeasies and lavish nightclubs. Think Sarah Vaughan meets Blossom Dearie meets your favourite martini. It’s no wonder they call her Super. With Victor Noriega keyboards and Joseph Lubinksy Mast bass. Monday June 28 9-midnight Vancouver-based pianist/composer Cat Toren is a strong new voice on the Canadian music scene. Influenced by greats like Brad Mehldau, Jason Moran, Charlie Haden, and Maria Schneider, Toren presents a dynamic program with drummer Ben Brown and bassist Russell Sholberg. From gentle, passionate ballads to angular, dissonant improvisations, the music has a spaciousness and patience that belies the youth of its creators. Their eponymous debut CD includes eight original compositions. Tuesday June 29 Vancouver-based pianist/vocalist/songwriter Mary Kastle bridges the divide between jazz and contemporary pop. Influenced by Ray Charles, Stevie Wonder, Rufus Wainwright, and Norah Jones, her new album Beneath the Folds (Black Hen Music) is an eclectic mix of Motown, reggae, bossa, and roots grooves. 9-midnight Featuring Tom Wherrett electric guitar, Meredith Bates violin, Ben Brown drums, and John Walsh upright bass, the quartet performs an eclectic program of all original compositions. Stylistically diverse, this group’s influences range from progressive rock to modern jazz. Expect an exciting performance of the highest quality from three of Vancouver’s emerging creative musicians. Wednesday June 30 Sultry and sublime, Andrea Superstein sings smoky blues and sassy swing, conjuring dimly-lit speakeasies and lavish nightclubs. Think Sarah Vaughan meets Blossom Dearie meets your favourite martini. It’s no wonder they call her Super. With Victor Noriega keyboards and Joseph Lubinksy Mast bass. 9-midnight This new trio of diverse performers joyously shares their love of traditional and contemporary Zimbabwean music. With Kurai Blessing Mubaiwa mbira/marimba/vocals, Curtis Andrews mbira/marimba/vocals, and Navaro Franco hosho/movement/vocals. Thursday July 1 The versatile saxophonist Evan Arntzen is a member of some of the best young bands on the national scene (the October Trio, Bria’s Hot 5, and the Amanda Tosoff Quartet). With Victor Noriega, piano. 9-midnight With interesting arrangements and a great feel, this Vancouver group is influenced by the great jazz-piano trios, including those led by Ray Brown, Ahmad Jamal, and Bill Charlap. With Kristian Braathen drums, Paul Miyai piano, Karlis Silins bass. Friday July 2 This modern jazz guitar/bass/drums trio is led by guitarist Tom Wherrett. His original music has harmonic density, groove, and an adventurous sense of melody. 9-midnight Funk Bucket was formed in the fall of 2009 with the idea of “updating” the standard Jazz repertoire. By taking R ‘n B, Rock, and Pop standards, along with an array of Funk/Jazz and Fusion classics, and approaching them as vehicles for improvisations, the group has a more contemporary sound and gives its audience more familiar material to enjoy. The Funk Bucket book ranges from Herbie Hancock classics such as Butterfly and Cantaloupe Island, to Led Zeppelin, Elvis Costello, and Stevie Wonder, along with their own original material. Born from the rhythm section of local Funk/Afrobeat band, Groove Pandemic, Funk Bucket already had a well established chemistry from over a year of playing together. Combining their love of a strong groove with the freedom of improvisation in a small group setting, Funk Bucket is poised to create a stir on the Vancouver Jazz scene. Saturday July 3 The Grand Trine's specialty is to re-interpret standards with their own original latin and funky flare. With the dynamic and groovy Orith Fogel on bass & vocals, the brilliant and striking Cat Toren on piano, and the rich tone and driving force of Melissa Hammer on trumpet. 9-midnight A jam band rooted in the spirit of live improvisation and based on a foundation of innovative songwriting. Drawing on southern rock, funk, modern jazz, jamtronica, and all music that has soul, the Release’s luscious harmonies and sexy dance grooves are ultra-cool. Sunday July 4 9-midnight Three guitarists plus a string bass and a clarinet equals swing! Playing gypsy jazz in the style of Django Reinhardt, this group is guaranteed to make you want to dance. See you soon!
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