14 February 2010 Follow the link for live music opportunities listed this week on the Ottawa Blues, Jazz & Swing Guide calendar next week. Besides those specifically listed, there is info on other venues' plans like Rainbow Bistro, Tucson's, Elmdale Tavern etc. That can be found by clicking on their links in the calendar to access their schedules. a.. Sunday, 14 Feb - Jessamyn Greene and band perform live at Irene's EVERY SUNDAY NIGHT! Blues/jazz originals rock, funk, folk, R&B, don't miss out! this is a kick ass band. Jesse is an amazing guitarist and songwriter. Bluesfest performances, and shows with her other two bands Jokko and Frank and Jesse James have really started to turn heads and win hearts. But this is by far the best yet! Jason Cote, Guitar- Luke Donovan and Jesse Greene, Harp Marc Seguin, Bass - Dan Grewal. b.. Thursday, 18 Feb - JazzWorks Monthly Jam 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. All listeners, jammers, newcomers, and Jazz Campers are welcome! - The Stellar Cast Blues Showcase at Irenes. Hosted by Mike Ktenas and Corky Kealey, with weekly guest hosts and sit-ins by Ottawa's best roots musicians this week guest host Terry Gillespie. For more on guest hosts http://bacton.smugmug.com/share/cFoCZfrollzaE c.. Friday, 19 Feb - Benefit for Haiti's Future at Avant-Garde Bar - 6 pm 135 1/2 Besserer St. at Dalhousie. Focus on Development Would like to introduce you to a community in Haiti with Oni the Haitian Sensation, Adam Pender, Christophe Elie, Jennifer Noxon, Razor Mike, George Turcotte, T.H.U.R., River City Junction, Autumn's Canon and more ... Join us for an evening of Entertainment, featuring many local artists, Haitian Art and Haitian Spirit $10 or donation. Help us raise funds for the community's long term goals rooted in the provision of Health services, supporting Education and the promotion of Art as a tool for development. Jason Fryer/Caroline Addison, River City Junction 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. 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 294 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. 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 Subscribe, Unsubscribe or change your list options info here: http://lists.ncf.ca/mailman/listinfo/ottawabluesandjazz