1 May 2010 Follow the link for 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.. Saturday 1 May - The Mighty Popo is at Les Brasseurs du Temps, Ottawa area's newest live music venue at 170 rue Montcalm Gatineau 10 pm. Popo is preceded by Gary Elliott (guitar) at 7:30 pm. Admission : 20$, Reservations : 819-205-4999 ext 1. Reported as best micro-brewery in the region, excellent food, and amazing decor. Make it a full dinner and show experience. Sunday 2 May - Glebop Jazz Trio is now in its sixth year at the Arrow and the Loon with mellow jazz - 6 to 8 pm just east of Bank St. Featured are John Haysom - trumpet, Howard Tweddle - bass, Bert Waslander - piano. - Check out Vineyard's May schedule now available on the calendar including Sandy Faux - Vocals & Craig Kennedy - Pianist this Sunday. a.. Wednesday 5 May - Peter Liu and the Jazz Mutants host "Jazz Evolution at "The Lookout", a monthly event in Ottawa, welcoming a different jazz band each month to play the opening set. "The Lookout" is a new home in the very heart of the Byward Market. It's a bias-free space...perfect for a bunch of Mutants! The Jazz Mutants aim to provide an alternative performance space for supportive collaboration and exploration. A different band is invited to open each month. Proceeds from the $5.00 cover are donated to the Jazzworks Scholarship Fund (www.jazzworkscanada.com). For more information, check out: http://www.myspace.com/jazzmutants b.. Thursday 6 May - Enjoy Candle Light Acoustic Music with Al Tambay & Friends Thursday evening, Al & Friends perform Acoustic music for your listening pleasure. Al's unique sense of humor combined with Tucson's excellent full menu and atmosphere make for a relaxing enjoyable evening. Friday 7 May, the Jazz Mutants also play some of their favourite jazz standards at Ottawa's Mooney's Bay Bistro, at 731 Ridgewood Avenue (off Riverside Drive, across from St. Elias Church) from 6:30 to 9:30pm. Mooney's Bay Bistro is family owned, with a warm cozy setting and tasty homemade meals. Come for dinner and stay for the smooth sounds of the Jazz Mutants! 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 295 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