Alex Weimann performs at West Van United Church By Steve Newton FRIDAY: Boston guitarist Johnny A, former touring member of the Yardbirds, performs instrumental rock, jazz, and blues at Blue Frog Studios. FRIDAY: jazz-funk quintet Blues Hoodoo --composed of guitarist Konrad Breuers, saxophonist Ian Putz, keyboardist Stuart “Stubop” Young, bassist Shawn Stewart, and drummer Ron Wells--performs … Continue reading Newt’s top 10 (or 15) things to do in Vancouver this weekend, January 12 to 14
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Alexander Weimann loves improvising on the organ, and adores Pat Metheny on guitar
mark mushet photo By Steve Newton When I call up classical conductor and keyboardist Alexander Weimann at his home in Ladner to chat about his upcoming organ concert, my first question is "How's Reggie doing?" Boston-based countertenor Reginald Mobley was scheduled to perform with Weimann and the Pacific Baroque Orchestra at the Vancouver Playhouse this … Continue reading Alexander Weimann loves improvising on the organ, and adores Pat Metheny on guitar
Newt’s top 10 things to do in Vancouver this week, January 8 to 12
Johnny A plays Blue Frog Studios By Steve Newton MONDAY & WEDNESDAY TO FRIDAY: the work of late Trinidadian-Canadian artist Denyse Thomasos is featured in the career retrospective Denyse Thomasos: just beyond, running until March of 2024 at the Vancouver Art Gallery. MONDAY TO FRIDAY: 31 emerging and seasoned local designers and makers were selected … Continue reading Newt’s top 10 things to do in Vancouver this week, January 8 to 12