29 August 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.. Sunday 29 August - There's a Sunday Open Blues Jam with River City Junction at Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa's longest running blues jam. (Entry is free for jammers, $3 for those coming to seek some of the best blues entertainment in Ottawa) 4 to 7 pm. - Ska Monthly presents - Roots System (Australia) 9:45 pm to 1:30 am at Rainbow Bistro http://www.myspace.com/rootsystemmusic - Freddy Carriere & the Affordables are at Atomic Rooster - 6 to 9 pm - There's an Open Blues/Rock jam at Le Petit Chicago in Hull Centre-Town 9:30 pm to 12:30 am. - Sandy Faux - Vocals & Craig Kennedy - Pianist are at Vineyards - 7 to 10 pm. b.. Tuesday 31 August - there's an Electric Open Jam featuring Blues, R & B & Rock at Bass Line Station followed by an acoustic jam on Wednesday 1 September c.. Thursday 2 September - Molto restaurant continues to pair its wonderful food and quaint atmosphere with some of the regions finest ladies of jazz both today and Saturday. Performance Schedule 6:30 pm Thursday and 7 pm Saturday. - Candle Light Acoustic Music with Al Tambay & Friends is at Tucson's. Every Thursday evening Al Tambay & Friends perform Acoustic music for your listening pleasure. Al's unigue sense of humor combined with Tucson's excellent full menu and atmosphere make for a relaxing enjoyable evening. No Cover! d.. Friday 3 September - Rocket Rached & The Fat City 8 are at Tucson's,a full out Swingin' Night of Jump and Blues performed by Ottawa's hippest horns and smoking rhythm section fronted by Rocket Rached - 9:15 pm. - The Gallop is at Rainbow Bistro - 9:30 pm e.. Saturday 4 September - Tucsons presents Sudden Thunder - 9:15 pm. - There's a triple-bill of Rockabilly at Rainbow Bistro, featuring Buzz Campbell and Hot Rod Lincoln. Buzz hails from California, and is Lee Rocker's guitarist. Buzz and his band have toured throughout the US and Europe with Brian Setzer and Stray Cats. Opening the show will be Ottawa's own, King Rattler followed by Matchless from Montreal - 9:30 pm. 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 302 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