Some Upcoming Live Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Events
by Bluesandjazzguy
29 June 2010
Follow the link for some live music opportunities listed this week on the
Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Guide calendar
Besides those specifically listed here or on the calendar, there is info on
other venues' plans like Rainbow Bistro, Tucson's, Elmdale Tavern and Bass Line
Station etc. It can be found by clicking on venue links in the calendar to
access their schedules.
a.. Ottawa International Jazz Festival continues to 4 July Check the OIJF link
for artist schedule. The primary site is Confederation Park with performances also
at the National Arts Centre, National Gallery of Canada, Rideau Centre, World
Exchange Plaza, Crowne Plaza Hotel, 101 Lyon Street (late night jams)
and area bars and clubs. Some of the sites may change from year to year.
b.. Friday 2 July - Salsa Meets Jazz at the 4th Annual Salsa Meets Jazz with
Caridad Cruz at le Petit Chicago 9 pm.
c.. Saturday 3 July - Weekly Jazz at Molto Bistro and Cafe 6:30 pm Thursdays
and 7 pm Saturdays. Have you discovered Molto's Jazz Rendez-vous yet? This
summer, Molto restaurant continues to pair its wonderful food and quaint
atmosphere with some of the regions finest ladies of jazz.
The warm weather is upon us! Time to sip your favorite martini or shiraz on
the Molto patio while enjoying smooth and sultry performances from the
Great American Songbook and more! Join us for an unforgettable evening of
music and dining as confirmed by the Ottawa Citizen! Discover Molto!
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
I only highlight a small number of events that are posted to the calendar.
Nowhere near everything is posted on the calendar as it's musician/venue
optional to post, and amend the listings as needed. However more info can be found
on the calendar including links to such venue web sites as Rainbow Bistro, Tucson's,
The Elmdale and Bass Line Station that usually have more detailed schedules.
It's also a good idea to call a venue to confirm that regular listings still apply
as they sometimes just quietly go away or may be cancelled due to weather disruptions.
First, check the calendar for more on Ottawa live music events recently posted on the
calendar.
For the full month's view, check the more complete Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Guide
calendar
Events either on or not on the calendar may be found at the sources below in greater
detail.
For live bluesy opportunities, check out Liz Sykes' blog,
Ottawa Blues This Week.
For more jazz opportunities, check out
Ottawa Jazzworks Ottawa Jazz Happenings and OttawaJazzScene.ca
They are usually updated early to mid-week.
Other music news can be found an the now 299 member
Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Guide Group on Facebook. If you're
a Facebook member check out what else is going on. If you're not a
Facebook member, the above link gives you the opportunity to join.
Something New on the Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing web site,
CBC Radio Concert Series tribute. Check out some of the high talent
concerts recorded and aired by CBC 2 in the Concerts on Demand series.
d.. 17th year of free service to Musicians and Fans of Blues, Jazz & Swing with thanks for the support of Arts Freenet
Jim Roy
Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Guide
Phone: (613) 829-3725 www.ottawabluesjazz.ca
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14 years, 11 months
Some Upcoming Live Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Events
by Bluesandjazzguy
21 June 2010
Follow the link for some live music opportunities listed this week on the
Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Guide calendar
Besides those specifically listed here or on the calendar, there is info on
other venues' plans like Rainbow Bistro, Tucson's, Elmdale Tavern and Bass Line
Station etc. It can be found by clicking on venue links in the calendar to
access their schedules.
a.. Thursday to Sunday 24 June to 4 July - Ottawa International Jazz Festival
timing this year is again prior to Bluesfest. In 2010, it runs from June 24 to
July 4, 2010. The primary site is Confederation Park with performances also
at the National Arts Centre, National Gallery of Canada, Rideau Centre, World
Exchange Plaza, Crowne Plaza Hotel, 101 Lyon Street (late night jams)
and area bars and clubs. Some of the sites may change from year to year.
b.. Saturday 26 June -
- Quicksand is Tucson's, to present a high energy Rockin' 70's dance party.
Come feel the synergy and trip the light fantastic!
- Jim Suhler & Moneky Beat (Texas) is at Rainbow Bistro. Jim Suhler made a name
for himself in the State of Texas as one of a number of fine young Texas guitar
slingers coming out of the Dallas area. In recent times, Suhler has stepped into
the national spotlight as the second guitarist for George Thorogood and the Destroyers.
TIJUANA BIBLE' nominated Best Blues/Rock Album' in Blues Music Awards!
http://www.jimsuhler.com
I only highlight a small number of events that are posted to the calendar.
Nowhere near everything is posted on the calendar as it's musician/venue
optional to post, and amend the listings as needed. However more info can be found
on the calendar including links to such venue web sites as Rainbow Bistro, Tucson's,
The Elmdale and Bass Line Station that usually have more detailed schedules.
It's also a good idea to call a venue to confirm that regular listings still apply
as they sometimes just quietly go away or may be cancelled due to weather disruptions.
First, check the calendar for more on Ottawa live music events recently posted on the
calendar.
c.. For the full month's view, check the more complete Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Guide
calendar
Events either on or not on the calendar may be found at the sources below in greater
detail.
For live bluesy opportunities, check out Liz Sykes' blog,
Ottawa Blues This Week.
For more jazz opportunities, check out
Ottawa Jazzworks Ottawa Jazz Happenings and OttawaJazzScene.ca
They are usually updated early to mid-week.
Other music news can be found an the now 299 member
Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Guide Group on Facebook. If you're
a Facebook member check out what else is going on. If you're not a
Facebook member, the above link gives you the opportunity to join.
Something New on the Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing web site,
CBC Radio Concert Series tribute. Check out some of the high talent
concerts recorded and aired by CBC 2 in the Concerts on Demand series.
17th year of free service to Musicians and Fans of Blues, Jazz & Swing with thanks for the support of Arts Freenet
Jim Roy
Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Guide
Phone: (613) 829-3725 www.ottawabluesjazz.ca
bluesandjazzguy(a)ncf.ca
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14 years, 11 months
DAWG ON!!
by Bluesandjazzguy
14 June 2010
DAWG ON!!!
Ottawa has its very own blues radio and it's now ON in the Ottawa and surrounding
air, eh! ;-)
Pass this on to your blues lovin' friends in case the word hasn't gotten
'nuf round! Dawg has made a commitment to feature Ottawa local and
area gigs on 101.9 FM.
On the more live music scene, people just have to follow the link on the
Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Guide calendar to be sure they can also get
in whatever live music opportunities are listed this week that fit into
their plans.
A Jazz Reminder:
a.. Thursday 17 June - JazzWorks Monthly Jam is at Carleton Tavern, 223 Armstrong Street across
from the Parkdale Market. Its a great combination - great music by local jazz musicians, a
comfortable and friendly atmosphere, with lots of free parking and top notch pub food that's
available into the late evening -8 pm to midnight-ish - Cover/Admission: $5. Proceeds support
jam sessions and JazzWorks scholarships with all listeners, jammers, newcomers, and Jazz
Campers welcome!
To see what's on:
First, check the calendar for more on Ottawa live music events recently posted.
a.. For the full month's view, check the more complete Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Guide
calendar
Events either on or not on the calendar may be found at the sources below usually
in greater detail.
For live bluesy opportunities, check out Liz Sykes' blog
Ottawa Blues This Week.
For more live jazz opportunities, check out
Ottawa Jazzworks Ottawa Jazz Happenings and OttawaJazzScene.ca
They are usually updated early to mid-week.
Other music news can be found an the now 301 member
Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Guide Group on Facebook. If you're
a Facebook member check out what else is going on. If you're not a
Facebook member, the above link gives you the opportunity to join.
Something New on the Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing web site,
CBC Radio Concert Series tribute. Check out some of the high talent
concerts recorded and aired by CBC 2 in the Concerts on Demand series.
17th year of free service to Musicians and Fans of Blues, Jazz & Swing with thanks for the support of Arts Freenet
Jim Roy
Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Guide
Phone: (613) 829-3725 www.ottawabluesjazz.ca
bluesandjazzguy(a)ncf.ca
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14 years, 11 months
Some Upcoming Live Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Events
by Bluesandjazzguy
11 June 2010
Follow the link for some live music opportunities listed this week on the
Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Guide calendar
Besides those specifically listed here or on the calendar, there is info on
other venues' plans like Rainbow Bistro, Tucson's, Elmdale Tavern and Bass Line
Station etc. It can be found by clicking on venue links in the calendar to
access their schedules.
a.. Friday to Sunday 11 to 13 June - It's WESTFEST and it's FREE!
In 2010 you'll see the best in Canadian and Local Ottawa multidisciplinary arts,
including music, performance art, literature, spoken word, media art, visual art,
dance, theatre, and live animation.
Starting Friday, June 11 through Sunday, June 13 an estimated 200,000 people
will stroll through the community of Westboro Village in Ottawa. Everyone is welcome!
SCHEDULE
b.. Saturday 12 June
- Wicked Grin is at The Alymer Marina from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm ...
Great food - great view - great dancing!
- The Priorities! are at Tucson's, a driving blend of R&B, soul, and funk that will knock
your socks off and get you dancing in the street! Classics by Wilson Picket, James Brown,
Jackie Wilson, The Temptations, Sam & Dave, Stevie Wonder, and many more.
- The Jesse Greene Band is at Rainbow Bistro.
c.. Phoenix is at a food collection benefit at Atomic Rooster (Bring an item for the food
bank).
d.. Thursday 17 June - JazzWorks Monthly Jam is at Carleton Tavern, 223 Armstrong Street across
from the Parkdale Market. Its a great combination - great music by local jazz musicians, a
comfortable and friendly atmosphere, with lots of free parking and top notch pub food that's
available into the late evening -8 p.m. to midnight-ish - Cover/Admission: $5. Proceeds support
jam sessions and JazzWorks scholarships with all listeners, jammers, newcomers, and Jazz
Campers welcome!
I only highlight a small number of events that are posted to the calendar.
Nowhere near everything is posted on the calendar as it's musician/venue
optional to post, and amend the listings as needed. However more info can be found
on the calendar including links to such venue web sites as Rainbow Bistro, Tucson's,
The Elmdale and Bass Line Station that usually have more detailed schedules.
It's also a good idea to call a venue to confirm that regular listings still apply
as they sometimes just quietly go away or may be cancelled due to weather disruptions.
First, check the calendar for more on Ottawa live music events recently posted on the
calendar.
e.. For the full month's view, check the more complete Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Guide
calendar
Events either on or not on the calendar may be found at the sources below in greater
detail.
For live bluesy opportunities, check out Liz Sykes' blog,
Ottawa Blues This Week.
For more jazz opportunities, check out
Ottawa Jazzworks Ottawa Jazz Happenings and OttawaJazzScene.ca
They are usually updated early to mid-week.
Other music news can be found an the now 301 member
Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Guide Group on Facebook. If you're
a Facebook member check out what else is going on. If you're not a
Facebook member, the above link gives you the opportunity to join.
Something New on the Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing web site,
CBC Radio Concert Series tribute. Check out some of the high talent
concerts recorded and aired by CBC 2 in the Concerts on Demand series.
17th year of free service to Musicians and Fans of Blues, Jazz & Swing with thanks for the support of Arts Freenet
Jim Roy
Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Guide
Phone: (613) 829-3725 www.ottawabluesjazz.ca
bluesandjazzguy(a)ncf.ca
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14 years, 12 months
Some Upcoming Live Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Events
by Bluesandjazzguy
4 June 2010
Follow the link for some live music opportunities listed this week on the
Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Guide calendar
Besides those specifically listed here or on the calendar, there is info on
other venues' plans like Rainbow Bistro, Tucson's, Elmdale Tavern and Bass Line
Station etc. It can be found by clicking on venue links in the calendar to
access their schedules.
a.. Friday and Saturday 4 & 5 June
- Bluestone is at Tucson's Friday. This distinctive rock band features two lead guitars
(male and female), bass, drums, not to mention all four members on vocals. With nearly
thirty original songs under their belt, Bluestone is a prolific song-writing unit.
- Conspiracy a fun-loving band that plays the best of classic rock and R&B mixed with
some of today's best tunes is at Tucson's Saturday.
- The Ethics are at Rainbow Bistro Friday. These talented locals put out their second album,
At Cities' End, earlier this year. Their music has been gathering more attention lately -
and deservedly so - but they're especially known for putting on a killer live show,
complementing their energetic stage presence with an impeccable sense of style
- Barrelhouse is at Rainbow Bistro Saturday. Known for their tribute to The Allman Brothers,
and Steely Dan, This excellent group of 7 musicians allow the group to cover eccelectic and
complex songs, medleys and arrangements that very few Classic Rock bands ever dare. Also expect
an array of classics by your favourite bands like The Beatles, Pink Floyd, Supertramp and
Stones and more!
b.. Sunday June 6
- Steve Berndt & Eric Disero now play brunch every Sunday at Bacci Bistro just
over the E.B. Eddy bridge in Hull. Bacci Bistro has excellent food, you've got
to eat it to believe it I'm told.
- Magnolia Rhythm Kings continues it's long time gig, traditional in form and style,
but adventurous in repertoire 3 to 6 pm at Royal Oak, Kanata Royal Oak, Kanata.
c.. Wednesday June 9 - Viree Blues Boreale presents the Bob Walsh Trio as part of
the launch of DAWG FM. After years of hard work, last Monday for the first time,
Blues broke through air of the Ottawa-Gatineau region, for preliminary testing.
Virée Blues Boréale and Bob Walsh, strong supporters of this project from the very
start have been asked to officially launch the radio station on June 9, at Le Petit
Chicago. With interest in the event a second show from 5 to 7 pm on was added
besides the 8 pm show. With his typical charisma, Quebec Blues scene giant Bob
Walsh will bring to a close the 10th edition of Viree Blues Boreale.
d.. Friday June 11 to 13 - Westfest is at Richmond Road & Golden again this year.
It's WESTFEST and it's FREE! In 2010 you'll see the best in Canadian and Local
Ottawa multidisciplinary arts, including music, performance art, literature, spoken
word, media art, visual art, dance, theatre, and live animation.
Starting Friday, June 11 through Sunday, June 13 an estimated 200,000 people
will stroll through the community of Westboro Village in Ottawa. Everyone is welcome!
Schedule
e.. Friday 11 June
- The Groove Junkies are at Tucson's. They perform songs from Genesis, Peter Gabriel,
10 CC, Mike & The Mechanics, Paul Simon, and Bruce Hornsby just to name a few. The
Groove Junkies also play those favourites you know and love as well as some songs from
this decade.
- Rainbow Bistro features The Beer Barons, Kill City, Farler's Fury (Sherbrooke, QC)
and Rebel Spell (Vancouver, BC)
f.. Saturday 12 June
- Wicked Grin returns this summer to The Alymer Marina from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm ...
Great food - great view - great dancing!
- The Priorities! are at Tucson's, a driving blend of R&B, soul, and funk that will knock
your socks off and get you dancing in the street! Classics by Wilson Picket, James Brown,
Jackie Wilson, The Temptations, Sam & Dave, Stevie Wonder, and many more.
- Rainbow Bistro TBA - Check with Rainbow Bistro for band info. (613) 241-5123
I only highlight a small number of events that are posted to the calendar.
Nowhere near everything is posted on the calendar as it's musician/venue
optional to post, and amend the listings as needed. However more info can be found
on the calendar including links to such venue web sites as Rainbow Bistro, Tucson's,
The Elmdale and Bass Line Station that usually have more detailed schedules.
It's also a good idea to call a venue to confirm that regular listings still apply
as they sometimes just quietly go away or may be cancelled due to weather disruptions.
First, check the calendar for more on Ottawa live music events. For the full month's view,
check the more complete Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Guide calendar
Events not on the calendar may be found at the sources below in greater
detail.
For live bluesy opportunities, check out Liz Sykes' blog,
Ottawa Blues This Week.
For more jazz opportunities, check out
Ottawa Jazzworks Ottawa Jazz Happenings and OttawaJazzScene.ca
They are usually updated early to mid-week.
Other music news can be found an the now 299 member
Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Guide Group on Facebook. If you're
a Facebook member check out what else is going on. If you're not a
Facebook member, the above link gives you the opportunity to join.
Something New on the Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing web site,
CBC Radio Concert Series tribute. Check out some of the high talent
concerts recorded and aired by CBC 2 in the Concerts on Demand series.
17th year of free service to Musicians and Fans of Blues, Jazz & Swing with thanks for the support of Arts Freenet
Jim Roy
Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Guide
Phone: (613) 829-3725 www.ottawabluesjazz.ca
bluesandjazzguy(a)ncf.ca
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