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 Subscribe, Unsubscribe or change your list options info here: http://lists.ncf.ca/mailman/listinfo/ottawabluesandjazz