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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260613T103000
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SUMMARY:AärdCON
DESCRIPTION:AärdCON returns for its fourth year\, growing larger\, louder\, and more defined. \nThis year we are in a new location: The Scandinavian Centre \nAärdCON is a space built for those who live in the worlds they create. Tabletop Role-players. Creators. Painters. Storytellers. Collectors. If you’ve ever rolled the dice and meant it\, you’re in the right place. \nFor one full day\, our new hall transforms into a working world of fantasy and imagination. \nConversations spark between strangers who speak the same language of games\, lore\, and creation. In the new hall\, a stage hosts amazing speakers\, workshops guide you with talent and insight\, a deliciously manic painting competition unfolds\, and excellent vendors await discovery. \nThis isn’t a passive event. It’s something you step into. \nExplore a full slate of tabletop role-playing games\, including Dungeons & Dragons and a wide range of TTRPG systems. Learn directly from experienced creators and players. Sit in on talks\, take part in workshops\, or walk the vendor floor lined with artists\, makers\, and handcrafted work. \nBring your skills. Bring your curiosity. Or just bring yourself and see what pulls you in. AärdCON is built for all experience levels\, but it carries a simple expectation: Show up ready to engage.
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/aardcon/
LOCATION:Scandinavian Centre\, 739 20 Ave NW\, Calgary\, AB\, T2M 1E2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Ages,CJSW Highlights,Education,Gaming,Non-Music Events,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260614T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260614T220000
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SUMMARY:Community Fest
DESCRIPTION:Community Fest #1\, June 14th 2026. The event will feature two stages\, 8 bands\, Vendors\, A food truck\, and activities designed for all ages. \nBlox Arts Centre and CMI Proudly present; \nCommunity Fest #1 \nSunday June 14th 2026 – Doors at 4pm\, first band on at 4:15pm \nThe event will feature two stages and 8 bands\, alongside a curated selection of vendors both indoors and outdoors\, a food truck\, and activities designed for all ages. \nW/Guests: \nGlitter Glue(YYC) \nToxic Fem(YYC) \nCitizen Rage(YYC) \nSoggy Moccasins(Morley AB) \nUmi Yokai(Red Deer AB) \nReject(Saskatoon SK)\, \nFist Fight(Saskatoon SK) \nGo Away Fast(YYC)
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/community-fest/
LOCATION:Blox Arts Centre
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260617
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260623
DTSTAMP:20260619T081618
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SUMMARY:Sled Island 2026
DESCRIPTION:Sled Island is back this June 17-21st! \nJoining Sled Island’s guest curator\, clipping.\, is English chamber folk ensemble Black Country\, New Road\, revered Canadian pop project HOMESHAKE\, LA synth punks Sextile\, fuzzy indie rock outfit feeble little horse\, outlandish egg punk group Snõõper\, lo-fi post-punk duo Sweeping Promises\, NYC-based ambient pioneer Laraaji\, and genre-bending dream pop artist Salami Rose Joe Louis (signed to Flying Lotus’ record label\, Brainfeeder). Also included in the first wave lineup is Nigerien desert rock band Etran de L’Aïr\, a new solo project from multidisciplinary artist and Sled Island alum Thor Harris (Swans\, Thor & Friends\, Ben Frost)\, acclaimed lo-fi hip-hop artist DijahSB\, indie pop singer-songwriter Emily Yacina\, blackened death metal trio Suffering Hour\, and Montreal slop rock group Tha Retail Simps. Each year\, Sled Island’s guest curator helps to shape the festival’s programming. This year\, clipping. has handpicked an incredible collection of performers\, including renowned abstract rapper billy woods (Armand Hammer)\, horrorcore noise rap artist Backxwash\, accomplished experimental sound composer Robert Aiki Aubrey Lowe\, Calgary hip-hip heroes Cartel Madras (opening for clipping. at The Palace Theatre)\, Australian free noise musician Granpa (Lucas Abela)\, gothic industrial artist Lana Del Rabies\, and more! \nSince 2007\, Sled Island’s thoughtful\, eclectic programming and independent spirit have produced a one-of-a-kind festival experience. Each June\, the five-day music and arts festival brings together a community of music\, comedy and art as well as over 25\,000 attendees across multiple venues\, earning rave reviews from attendees\, artists and media across the globe.
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/sled-island-2026/
CATEGORIES:18+,All Ages,CJSW Highlights,Comedy,Experimental/Punk,Hip Hop,Indie,Live Music,Local,Pop,Post-Punk/Art Rock,Punk,Punk Rock,R&B,Rock,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260622T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260622T210000
DTSTAMP:20260619T081618
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SUMMARY:Brandon Woody’s UPENDO
DESCRIPTION:“Staggeringly self-assured… radiating warmth\, purpose\, and a sense of place.” – The Washington Post \nBaltimore-born Bach Brass-endorsed trumpeter and composer Brandon Woody is one of the most compelling young voices in jazz. A graduate of the Peabody Conservatory\, Woody has spent the past decade cultivating a sound rooted in spiritual jazz and Black American improvisational traditions. His ensemble\, Upendo\, reflects his commitment to collective uplift and deep listening. Hailed by The New York Times and Los Angeles Times as a rising force in contemporary jazz\, Woody signed with the legendary Blue Note Records in November 2024 and released his debut album\, For The Love Of It All\, in May 2025. He has collaborated with artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, BADBADNOTGOOD\, Danilo Pérez\, Casey Benjamin\, Marcus Gilmore\, the Robert Glasper Black Radio Orchestra\, Paul Russell\, Derrick Hodge\, Marc Cary\, and Solange Knowles. \nBand members\nBrandon Woody – Trumpet\nTroy Long – Piano/ Keys\nMichael Saunders – Electric Bass\nQuincy Phillips – Drums
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/brandon-woodys-upendo/
LOCATION:Festival Hall\, 1215 10 Ave SE\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Live Music,Singer-songwriter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260622T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260622T223000
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SUMMARY:Charley Rose Trio – Dada Pulp Tour
DESCRIPTION:Ironwood Stage & Grill  \nMonday\, Jun 22nd\, 2026\n 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM  \nGeneral Admission – $49.99 \nYouth (25 & under) – $19.99 \nBasel-based French saxophonist and composer Charley Rose is a true product of jazz\, classical\, and modern music. His unique sound is rooted in a diverse heritage stretching from Bordeaux to Paris and Switzerland.  \nRose’s compass was set early by the music of his mother\, the visual art and geology passion of his father\, the button accordion of his grandfather\, and the foundational jazz of John Coltrane and Lee Konitz. Today\, Charley Rose channels this rich background into a signature style that operates without borders and the use of electronic effects on the sax. With The Charley Rose Trio\, featuring Enzo Carniel on piano/synths and Ariel Tessier on drums\, he embarks on a continuous sonic odyssey in free form. The trio’s innovative approach has earned significant recognition\, including the prestigious Jazz Migration #7 Award in France. Following the release of their debut album\, Charley Rose Trio (Déluge\, 2021)\, they cemented their reputation with the critically acclaimed Dada Pulp (Menace\, 2023)\, touring successfully across France and Europe.  \nBand members\nCharley Rose – sax\, effects\nEnzo Carniel – piano\, MS20\nAriel Tessier – drums
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/charley-rose-trio-dada-pulp-tour/
LOCATION:The Ironwood\, 1229 9 Ave SE\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Ages
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260623T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260623T213000
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SUMMARY:Isaiah Collier “Collier Plays Coltrane”
DESCRIPTION:“It’s thrilling\, reflective\, spellbinding music that never loses its sense of groove. There’s no way listeners cannot feel the magnetism of Collier’s generous\, glowing spirit.” – Downbeat Magazine \nChicago saxophonist and self-described “Sonic Scientist” Isaiah Collier has emerged as one of the most dynamic torchbearers of contemporary jazz. Among his many honors\, Collier has been named a Steve Jobs Archive Fellow\, “Chicagoan of the Year in Jazz” (2024)\, and was featured on the front cover of DownBeat Magazine\, the world’s oldest jazz publication\, in addition to being named Rising Star Tenor Saxophonist in the 2023 DownBeat Critics Poll. Collier is known for his relentless pursuit of blending the rich traditions of the past with the urgency of the present to forge the sound of the future. Described as a maverick of creative and improvisational force\, he has collaborated with jazz luminaries such as Kahil El’Zabar\, Ambrose Akinmusire\, Craig Taborn\, Joe Dyson\, Azar Lawrence\, NEA Jazz Masters Billy Hart\, Marshall Allen\, and Denardo Coleman (son of free jazz pioneer Ornette Coleman)\, as well as Randy Brecker\, Marquis Hill\, and Makaya McCraven. He is also widely known for his powerful ensemble\, The Chosen Few. His latest album\, The World Is On Fire\, released in 2024\, and this special 2026 festival presentation will explore classic Coltrane works for John Coltrane’s 100th anniversary. For longtime devotees and new listeners alike\, this is an opportunity to witness a generational voice engage directly with one of jazz’s most sacred legacies. \nTuesday\, Jun 23rd\, 2026\n 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM\nBand members\nIsaiah Collier – saxophones\, percussion\, and vocals\nWay Cambell – bass\nDavis Whitfield – piano\nTim Regis – drums
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/isaiah-collier-collier-plays-coltrane/
LOCATION:Festival Hall\, 1215 10 Ave SE\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Instrumental,Jazz,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260623T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260623T223000
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SUMMARY:The Ostara Project
DESCRIPTION:Ironwood Stage and Grill  \n Tuesday\, Jun 23rd\, 2026\n 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM  \nGeneral Admission – $39.99 \nYouth (25 & under) – $19.99 \nThe Ostara Project\, led by award-winning bassist Jodi Proznick\, showcases the strength and creativity of Canadian women in jazz. Ostara artists are top-tier musicians\, composers and bandleaders who reflect the geographical\, cultural and creative diversity of Canada’s musical landscape. Guest vocalists are invited to join the instrumental group on a per-project basis.   \nThe Ostara Project’s self-titled debut album was nominated for a JUNO award in 2023. From 2023-2026\, the group has been working on The Ancestors’ Project\, a two-album project that includes the instrumental album\, “Roots” (Rhea Records\, April 2025)\, the vocal album\,“Wings” (Rhea Records\, spring 2026). The group has toured extensively across Canada\, including a cross country festival circuit in 2023 and combines performance with education and empowerment through its “Sisters in Jazz” workshops.  \nBand members\nAmanda Tosoff – piano\nRachel Therrien – trumpet\nValérie Lacombe – drums\nClaire Devlin – saxophone\nJodi Proznick – bass\nKim Zombik – composer\, vocals
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/the-ostara-project/
LOCATION:The Ironwood\, 1229 9 Ave SE\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Instrumental,Jazz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260624T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260624T210000
DTSTAMP:20260619T081618
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SUMMARY:Jason Marsalis Vibes Quartet: A Tribute to Lionel Hampton
DESCRIPTION:Born into New Orleans’ first family of jazz\, Jason Marsalis – youngest son of the late pianist-educator Ellis Marsalis Jr. and brother to Wynton\, Branford\, and Delfeayo – has carved his own unmistakable path as both a virtuosic drummer and one of today’s most imaginative voices on the vibraphone. \nMarsalis launched his career behind the drum kit\, and by his late teens he was touring the world with Marcus Roberts\, digging deeply into mainstream jazz\, fusion\, Brazilian influences\, and the full spectrum of New Orleans traditions. His sideman credits read like a modern jazz honour roll: Joe Henderson\, Lionel Hampton\, Jon Batiste\, and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra\, among others. He has also served as a Jazz Ambassador for the U.S. State Department. \nIn the early 2000s\, Marsalis shifted his creative focus to the vibraphone – a move that has since positioned him as one of the instrument’s essential contemporary innovators. Through his Vibes Quartet and numerous collaborations\, he has pushed the American vibraphone lineage forward with wit\, clarity\, and a deep sense of swing. In 2011\, he became the youngest-ever recipient of the NEA Jazz Masters Fellowship when the Marsalis family was honoured at the White House and the Kennedy Center. His 2013 album In a World of Mallets topped the CMJ radio charts at Number 1. \nFor this special concert – the Jason Marsalis Quartet offers a vibrant\, forward-looking celebration of Lionel Hampton\, created with the blessing of the Lionel Hampton Estate. \nMarsalis approaches Hampton’s repertoire not as archival material but as living\, breathing music: joyful\, hard-swinging\, and fully alive in the present. Expect ringing vibes\, deep grooves\, and the kind of electric stage energy that defined Hampton’s legacy – channelled through Jason Marsalis’s own blend of humility\, fire\, and unmistakable New Orleans spirit. \n\n Wednesday\, Jun 24th\, 2026\n 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM \nGeneral Admission – $49.99\nYouth – $19.99\n\nBand members\nJason Marsalis – vibrapphone\nChris Tauchner – piano\nJeff Gammon – bass\nNate Chiang – drums
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/jason-marsalis-vibes-quartet-a-tribute-to-lionel-hampton/
LOCATION:Festival Hall\, 1215 10 Ave SE\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Instrumental,Jazz,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260624T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260624T223000
DTSTAMP:20260619T081618
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T205140Z
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SUMMARY:Kristin Korb Trio: Sweet Dreams – Celebrating the Eurythmics
DESCRIPTION:Ironwood Stage and Grill  \n Wednesday\, Jun 24th\, 2026\n 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM \nGeneral Admission – $49.99 \nYouth (25& under) – $19.99 \n“Generous\, life-affirming music\, shot through with (but not swamped by) personality and literate artistry alike.” – Jazz Journal  \nBassist and vocalist Kristin Korb is celebrated worldwide for redefining the bass-and-voice format. A protégé of Ray Brown\, she has built a three-decade international career across the United States and Europe. With more than a dozen albums as leader—including Sweet Dreams (2024)\, exploring the music of Eurythmics and Annie Lennox—Korb brings a buoyant swing feel and crystalline vocals that recall Ella Fitzgerald\, alongside bass virtuosity firmly in the Ray Brown tradition. She is joined by JUNO Award-winning pianist Will Bonness and Western Canadian Music Award–nominated drummer Jon McCaslin.  \nBand members\nKristin Korb – bass and vocals\nWill Bonness – piano\nJon McCaslin – drums
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/kristin-korb-trio-sweet-dreams-celebrating-the-eurythmics/
LOCATION:The Ironwood\, 1229 9 Ave SE\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Instrumental,Jazz,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260625T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260625T213000
DTSTAMP:20260619T081618
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SUMMARY:The Robert Lee Group
DESCRIPTION:The Robert Lee Group is a unique project consisting of original compositions inspired by Korean folk stories and poetry\, spanning various fantasy and romantic narratives. Led by Toronto-based emerging upright bassist\, composer and bandleader Robert Lee\, the project aims to develop an artistic identity founded in the emotional provocation of jazz and improvised music while exploring and implementing Korean traditional elements into one cohesive creative theatre. A graduate from the University of Guelph and Humber College music programs\, Lee obtained his Masters in Contemporary Performance from Berklee Valencia in 2021. Lee has studied and performed with Neil Swainson\, Allison Au\, Mike Downes\, Pat LaBarbera\, Kirk MacDonald\, Amanda Tosoff\, and others. He has performed at various venues and festivals across Ontario and internationally and as well\, performed on the 2024 JUNO nominated album Little Bit a’ Love by vocalist Denielle Bassels. With this dynamic new project focusing on his latest album Forbidden West\, Lee has delved deeper into exploring his identity as a Korean Canadian\, questioning what it means to simultaneously straddle two contrasting cultural identities. \n Thursday\, Jun 25th\, 2026\n 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM\nGeneral Admission – $49.99 \nYouth (25 & Under) – $19.99 \nBand members\nRobert Lee – bass\nJacqueline Teh – vocals\,\nDennis Kwok – saxophones\nJohn Lee – daegeum/janggu\nJay Yoo – guitar\nJen Lo – piano\nJon Catanus – drums
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/the-robert-lee-group/
LOCATION:Festival Hall\, 1215 10 Ave SE\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Instrumental,Jazz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260625T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260625T213000
DTSTAMP:20260619T081618
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SUMMARY:Hiromi’s Sonicwonder Presented by JazzYYC
DESCRIPTION:Headlining the 2026 JazzYYC Summer Festival. \nOver more than 20 years as a recording artist\, the jazz piano phenomenon Hiromi has shifted seamlessly from one spellbinding project to the next. In the process\, she’s earned a reputation as one of the most explosive live performers in jazz history and a global ambassador for the art form. Her many triumphs include an NPR Tiny Desk Concert that has racked up 2 million views; the opportunity to represent her native Japan with a performance at the 2021 Summer Olympics in Tokyo; 2024 winner for Best Music Score for the animated feature film Blue Giant (Award of the Japanese Academy); and a GRAMMY Award for a collaboration with fusion hero Stanley Clarke. Her artistry is — to borrow a descriptor The New Yorker favored — “dazzling.” \nIn 2023\, she released Sonicwonderland\, debuting perhaps the most expressive\, dynamic and versatile working band of her career. Called Hiromi’s Sonicwonder and featuring Hadrien Feraud on bass\, Gene Coye on drums and the trumpeter Adam O’Farrill\, the group furthered Hiromi’s distinctive musical alchemy: the spirit of classic jazz-rock fusion melded with classically rooted virtuosity\, entrancing funk\, pop flourishes and\, through O’Farrill’s trumpet\, acoustic jazz’s state of the art. \nThe album also did a remarkable job of capturing Hiromi’s mastery as a live entertainer. As The Guardian noted\, “Sonicwonderland is perhaps the closest thing to Hiromi’s onstage exuberance.”\nBut that was only the beginning. \nIn recent years\, Sonicwonder has continued to tour and work together consistently\, advancing their deep chemistry and fearless sense of interplay. The results can be heard on Hiromi’s new Concord release and 13th studio full-length album\, OUT THERE\, in which the group’s powerful rapport meets the pianist’s astonishing abilities as a composer on equal footing. As Hiromi explains\, “On Sonicwonderland\, I had the concept and the songs first\, and I was looking for the people who could play the music in the ideal way that I had in my mind. \n“Being with this group for well over a year\,” she continues\, “playing a lot of shows together and understanding each other\, I started to see more of their strength and what shines in them the most. So I started to write music with them in mind.” \nDon’t miss out—limited Pre-show VIP tickets include an exclusive artist meet-and-greet\, hors d’oeuvres\, and a pre-show cocktail starting at 6:30 p.m.
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/hiromis-sonicwonder-presented-by-jazzyyc/
LOCATION:Bella Concert Hall\, 18 Mt Royal Cir SW\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Jazz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260625T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260625T223000
DTSTAMP:20260619T081618
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SUMMARY:ADHD
DESCRIPTION:Ironwood Stage and Grill \n Thursday\, Jun 25th\, 2026\n 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM  \nGeneral Admission – $49.99  \nYouth (25 & under) – $19.99  \nThere are bands where every album is a step into the unknown. There are others whose development is a reliable and consistent expansion of their terrain. The latter applies to the Icelandic musicians’ collective ADHD.  \nIt is almost impossible to describe their concerts along traditional musical parameters. A performance by these four Vikings is always an all-encompassing ritual\, a magic potion of incantation dance and a phenomenon of nature. When keyboarder THÓMAS JÓNSSON\, guitarrist and bass player ÓMAR GUÐJÓNSSON\, saxophonist ÓSKAR GUÐJÓNSSON\, und drummer MAGNÚS TRYGVASON ELIASSEN are on stage\, the ordinary Middle European mortal will get at least a vague sense of how the island people in the very north of Europe have been able to survive the long and icy winters through the centuries. – They simply produce their energy out of themselves.  \nThis unbridled stream of human vibration\, which overrides all perimeters of genre and fascinates jazz fans as much as rock fans and ravers\, follows a most ancient human desire\, whose non-verbal impulse is older than any language and yet is entirely rooted in the present. The expanse of the cosmos and the infinity of time culminate in this happening of total music\, as well as a profound mysticism of free imagination and an unflagging confrontation with contemporary issues.  \nThe Gesamtkunstwerk ADHD cannot be quite captured in words. This sublime timelessness in the here and now can only be experienced. \nBand members\nÓskar Guðjónsson - saxophones\nÓmar Guðjónsson - electric guitar\, electric bass\, pedal steel\nTómas Jónsson - piano\, Hammond\, Synth bass\, melodica\, etc.\nMagnus Trygvason Eliassen - drumkit\, percussion
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/adhd/
LOCATION:The Ironwood\, 1229 9 Ave SE\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Experimental,Instrumental,Jazz
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260626
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260630
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SUMMARY:Sound Atlas Festival
DESCRIPTION:Influence is a resonance— sometimes audible\, sometimes ghostlike—passing between bodies\, disciplines\, and ideas. In these realms\, sound is a coalescence of past and present affected by who listens\, who remembers\, and who responds. \nThis season’s Sound Atlas Festival gathers sound as a living geography—charted not by borders\, but by forces that shape how music is imagined\, made\, and shared. We are thrilled to present season IV Realms of Influence\, with our ears fixed on the currents that move through contemporary creation: lineage and rupture\, place and displacement\, technology and touch. Across three days\, the festival becomes a meeting ground where composers\, performers\, and listeners step into overlapping worlds\, each shaped by distinct gravitational pulls and soundscapes rooted in modern composition\, sound design\, and inspiring performances of chamber music. \nWith this year’s featured composer\, Kevin Day\, the artist lineup reflects influence not as hierarchy\, but as conversation. Established voices share space with emerging ones; acoustic ritual collides with digital speculation; local histories resonate alongside global idioms. Some works trace their power back to mentors\, and traditions\, while others are shaped by machines\, networks\, and the altered acoustics of modern life. \nThe Sound Atlas New Music Festival invites audiences to wander through these zones of exchange\, where music reveals the invisible forces acting upon it—and upon us. Here\, influence is not something we escape\, but something we inhabit\, reshape\, and send forward\, carrying its echoes into new terrain. \nJoin us June 26-28 2026 at Contemporary Calgary for Realms of Influence.
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/sound-atlas-festival/
LOCATION:Contemporary Calgary\, 701 11 St SW\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Classical,Experimental,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260626T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260627T000000
DTSTAMP:20260619T081618
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T181937Z
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SUMMARY:JazzYYC & NMC Present: Mark Lettieri Group
DESCRIPTION:Studio Bell\nJune 26\nDoors: 6:30 pm. Show: 7:30 pm.\nGeneral: $65\nYouth (25 and under): $20 \n+ GST \nGuests with accessibility needs\, please contact info@studiobell.ca to discuss available accommodations. \nNMC Members and JazzYYC Members get $5 off. NMC Members\, discount will be applied automatically during checkout. JazzYYC Members\, check your member’s email for your promo code and apply during checkout. \nA defining voice in modern groove\, guitarist Mark Lettieri—of Snarky Puppy—brings a tightly honed mix of funk\, jazz fusion\, and R&B. With the Mark Lettieri Group\, expect precise\, groove-forward compositions and a band deeply attuned to feel\, interplay\, and momentum. \n“A very bright star is emerging in the guitar world and that star is Mark Lettieri… Mark’s contributions to music are with groundbreaking\, genre-bending innovative groups that are finding large audiences…” – Jazz Guitar Today \nTexas-based five-time GRAMMY-winning guitarist\, composer\, producer\, and instructor Mark Lettieri is one of modern groove music’s defining voices. Best known as a longtime member of the genre-blurring collective Snarky Puppy\, as well as a founding member of The Fearless Flyers alongside Cory Wong\, Lettieri has built an international reputation as a session musician fluent across a wide range of styles. He has recorded and performed in virtually every genre of popular music with artists ranging from Erykah Badu to David Crosby. \nWith the Mark Lettieri Group\, he channels instrumental funk\, jazz fusion\, and R&B into tightly arranged\, groove-forward compositions reminiscent of The Meters\, John Scofield\, and Herbie Hancock’s Headhunters era. The group’s latest album\, Can I Tell You Something? (2023)\, released on GroundUP Music\, continues a solo catalogue alongside dozens of collaborative recordings. \nGuitarists\, groove enthusiasts\, and fusion fans alike will find plenty to engage with in this rhythmically driven set.
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/jazzyyc-nmc-present-mark-lettieri-group/
LOCATION:Studio Bell\, 850 4 St. SE\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Funk,Jazz,R&B
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260626T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260626T213000
DTSTAMP:20260619T081618
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SUMMARY:Ron Di Lauro Sextet “Kind of Blue”
DESCRIPTION:“It’s been some time now that trumpeter Ron Di Lauro has been touring this tribute project to the legendary album Kind of Blue by Miles Davis. A masterpiece in its entirety\, performed by a top-tier group.” – Le Devoir\n\n\n\n\nFor Miles Davis’s 100th anniversary\, Montreal trumpeter Ron Di Lauro brings a masterful tribute to Kind of Blue\, the landmark recording by Miles Davis that forever reshaped modern jazz. A seasoned performer and educator with decades of experience\, Di Lauro has appeared on numerous Canadian jazz recordings and is celebrated for his warm tone and lyrical phrasing. This special project revisits the modal innovations and atmospheric interplay that made Kind of Blue iconic. Backed by an all-star Canadian ensemble\, he honours the historic recording without imitation. For jazz lovers\, this concert offers a rare opportunity to hear one of the most important albums in jazz history reimagined live.\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nThanks to Canada Council for the Arts \n\n\n\n Friday\, Jun 26th\, 2026\n 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM \n\nGeneral Admission – $49.99 \nYouth (25 & under) – $19.99 \n\n\n\nBand members\nRon Di Lauro – Trumpet\nJean-Pierre Zanella – Alto Saxophone\nYannick Rieu – Tenor Saxophone\nJeff Gammon – Bass\nTaurey Butler – Piano\nMartin Auguste – Drums
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/ron-di-lauro-sextet-kind-of-blue/
LOCATION:Festival Hall\, 1215 10 Ave SE\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Instrumental,Jazz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260626T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260626T230000
DTSTAMP:20260619T081618
CREATED:20260616T194254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T194254Z
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SUMMARY:François Bourassa Quartet – 25th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Ironwood Stage and Grill \nFriday\, Jun 26th\, 2026\n 8:30 PM – 11:00 PM \nGeneral Admission – $39.99 \nYouth (25&under) – $19.99 \n“Beautifully crafted\, full of suspense\, drama and the unexpected.” – Chronique  \nMontréal pianist and composer François Bourassa stands among Canada’s most celebrated modern jazz artists. With ten albums of original music and multiple Félix Awards and JUNO nominations\, he has built an international reputation for lyrical composition\, rhythmic sophistication\, and seamless ensemble interplay.  \nHis longstanding quartet—now in its 25th year—features Guy Boisvert (bass) and André Leroux (saxophones/flute)\, alongside younger drummer Guillaume Pilote\, bringing a renewed energy to the group’s evolving sound. Recent releases including L’impact du silence (2022) and Swirl (2023) highlight a refined balance of structure and improvisation\, shaped by a wide-ranging musical sensibility. \nBand members\nFrançois Bourassa – piano\nGuy Boisvert – bass\nAndré Leroux – saxophones/flute\nGuillaume Pilote – drums
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/francois-bourassa-quartet-25th-anniversary/
LOCATION:The Ironwood\, 1229 9 Ave SE\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Classical,Instrumental,Jazz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260627T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260627T220000
DTSTAMP:20260619T081618
CREATED:20260618T205551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T205551Z
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SUMMARY:LORE. Firehall Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Presenting their biggest venture yet\, on Saturday\, June 27\, LORE. takes over the Historic Firehall #1 in downtown Calgary for a 1 day\, FREE\, outdoor\, ALL AGES festival\, running 2-10pm. They have curated the most fun lineup they could possibly conceive of. Music running all day long\, a live voguing performance from Kiki House of Gvsalia\, a free printmaking booth\, a marketplace of vendors\, food trucks\, & more. This event is a partnership with cSPACE and the City of Calgary\, with generous support from Brookfield Properties and CJSW 90.9FM. Nestled right in the heart of downtown Calgary\, it is open to absolutely everyone. Bring your best self. We are so excited to welcome you to the next chapter of LORE.
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/lore-firehall-sessions/
LOCATION:Historic Fire Hall #1\, 104 6 Ave SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2G 0G2
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Dance,EDM,Electronic,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260627T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260627T220000
DTSTAMP:20260619T081618
CREATED:20260616T184242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T184242Z
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SUMMARY:Raul Midón | Elysia Biro
DESCRIPTION:JazzYYC & NMC Presents \n“…a one-man band who turns a guitar into an orchestra and his voice into a chorus.” – The New York Times \nBlind singer-songwriter and guitarist Raul Midón headlines this double bill with a solo performance that reflects his prolific and genre-spanning career. A GRAMMY-nominated artist\, his music blends what he describes as “smooth folk\,” alt-pop\, and jazz\, brought to life through virtuosic guitar work\, expressive vocals\, and inventive live looping. His latest album\, Lost & Found (2024)\, continues a body of work shaped by collaborations with artists including Herbie Hancock\, Sting\, and Bill Withers. \nOpening the evening\, 25-year-old Vancouver Island-born\, Los Angeles-based vocalist\, songwriter\, and virtuosic pianist Elysia Biro performs with her trio. Blending classical technique with modern pop songwriting and live-off-the-floor jazz instrumentation\, she draws on influences from Oscar Peterson and Ella Fitzgerald to Norah Jones and Joni Mitchell. A Master’s graduate from the University of York\, Biro has built a devoted online following—her “Transcription Tuesday” series earning recognition for its technical precision and musical insight. Now signed to Universal Music Canada\, Biro released her debut EP\, Running From Nothing\, on April 24\, 2026. \nTwo distinct sets—Biro with trio\, followed by Midón solo—highlight contrasting approaches to song\, sound\, and storytelling \nTickets are available online : \nhttps://www.studiobell.ca/whats-on/event/jazzyyc-nmc-present-raul-midon-elysia-biro \nDoors: 6:30 pm. Show: 7:30 pm.\n\nGeneral: $65 \nYouth (25 and under): $20 \n\n  \nBand members\nRaul Midón – vocals\, guitar \nElysia Biro – vocals & keyboards\nJames Meger – upright bass\nKarl Dejong – drums
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/raul-midon-elysia-biro/
LOCATION:Studio Bell\, 850 4 St. SE\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Alternative Pop,Folk,Jazz,Singer-songwriter,Soul
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260627T213000
DTSTAMP:20260619T081618
CREATED:20260616T192355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T192355Z
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SUMMARY:Jean-Michel Pilc Trio
DESCRIPTION:“This is collective improvisation at its absolute best\, with virtuoso-level artists in their natural habitat\, the jazz club\, playing music for its own sake.” – Downbeat \nParis-born Justin Time Recording Artist and pianist Jean-Michel Pilc is internationally revered for his fearless improvisational language and philosophical approach to music-making. Over a career spanning more than 30 years\, Pilc has released over a dozen albums as a leader and has performed with numerous jazz giants such as Roy Haynes\, Michael Brecker\, Marcus Miller\, Kenny Garrett\, Chris Potter\, Richard Bona\, and many more. He previously held a faculty position at Berklee College of Music. Experience one of Europe’s most inventive pianists live in Calgary! \nThanks to Canada Council for the Arts \n  \nSaturday\, Jun 27th\, 2026\n 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM  \nGeneral Admission – $49.99  \nYouth (25& Under) – $19.99 \nBand members\nJean-Michel Pilc – Piano\nMorgan Moore -Bass\nSam Joly – Drums
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/jean-michel-pilc-trio/
LOCATION:Festival Hall\, 1215 10 Ave SE\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Instrumental,Jazz,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260627T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260627T230000
DTSTAMP:20260619T081618
CREATED:20260616T194635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T194635Z
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SUMMARY:Brasstactics
DESCRIPTION:Ironwood stage and Grill \n Saturday\, Jun 27th\, 2026\n 8:30 PM – 11:00 PM \nGeneral Admission – $39.99  \nYouth (25 & under) – $19.99   \nHeralded as one of Edmonton’s leading brass bands\, Brasstactics channel the energy and spirit of New Orleans street music into a distinctly western Canadian context. This nine-piece\, fully acoustic ensemble combines mobility with a powerful live sound\, making them a fixture at festivals\, outdoor events\, and community gatherings.  \nDrawing inspiration from groups like Rebirth Brass Band\, MEUTE\, and The Soul Rebels\, Brasstactics perform a mix of original material and reimagined covers\, spanning styles from classic rock and hip-hop to contemporary pop. Their music is grounded in driving rhythms\, tight horn arrangements\, and an emphasis on collective groove.  \nKnown for performing everywhere from sidewalks to rooftops\, the band has built a strong regional following\, sharing stages with acts like Five Alarm Funk and My Son The Hurricane. Their debut album\, Tribute To The Groove\, captures their high-energy approach—blending bold brass\, marching percussion\, and a strong connection to community-driven music-making. \nBand members\nMatt Laird – sousaphone\nBlair Wilkie – percussion\nBramwell Park – percussion\nJonny McCormack – sax\nLiam Shearer – trumpet\nZach Semanuik – trumpet\nDan Davis – sax\nNicholas Froman – trombone
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/brasstactics/
LOCATION:The Ironwood\, 1229 9 Ave SE\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Instrumental,Jazz,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260628T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260628T213000
DTSTAMP:20260619T081618
CREATED:20260616T195340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T195340Z
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SUMMARY:Gisela Romero – Mexicana
DESCRIPTION:Ironwood Stage and Grill  \n Sunday\, Jun 28th\, 2026\n 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM \nGeneral Admission- $39.99 \nYouth (25 & under) – $19.99 \nMexican-born\, Calgary-based vocalist Gisela Romero leads a seven-piece ensemble in a vibrant exploration of traditional Mexican and Latin American music. Rooted in mariachi and folk traditions\, this project brings together global influences—including jazz\, flamenco\, salsa\, and huapango—through fresh\, expressive arrangements shaped by a diverse group of musicians.  \nCentered on her project Mexicana\, Romero’s work is a deeply personal reflection on heritage\, migration\, and identity. A YYC Music Award and Western Canadian Music Award nominee\, she brings a strong sense of lyricism and cultural connection to performances sung primarily in Spanish\, balancing tradition with reinterpretation. Featuring JUNO-nominated pianist Esteban Herrera alongside a dynamic ensemble\, this performance offers a rich and nuanced tribute to both Mexico and Canada.  \nBand members\nGisela Romero – vocals\nEsteban Herrera – piano\nDavid Lavoie – trumpet / flugelhorn\nJeff Gammon – bass\nLuis Tovar – drums\nRaul Tabera – percussion\nCarsten Rubeling – trombone
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/gisela-romero-mexicana/
LOCATION:The Ironwood\, 1229 9 Ave SE\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Bossa Nova,Instrumental,Jazz,Latin,Latin Jazz,Samba
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260629T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260629T180000
DTSTAMP:20260619T081618
CREATED:20260616T200535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T200535Z
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SUMMARY:The Chandeliers @ Congress Coffee 
DESCRIPTION:The Chandeliers @ Congress Coffee  \nWhere: \n#1A 215 36 Ave NE 1A \nCalgary AB T2E 2L4 \nWhen: 2pm \nPrice: Free! All are welcome \nThe Chandeliers is the husband-and-wife duo of Judy Murphy and David Wood. They draw on an eclectic range of popular material from the 1940s up to the mid-1970s inspired by the soundtracks of their youth with emphasis on the beauty and fun of making and sharing music with live audiences.
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/the-chandeliers-congress-coffee/
LOCATION:Congress Coffee\, 215 36 Ave NE\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Ages
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260704T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260705T000000
DTSTAMP:20260619T081618
CREATED:20260616T195450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T195450Z
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SUMMARY:Howells Single Release w/ Famous Stranger\, Full Tilt & 2 Litre Super Punk
DESCRIPTION:Saturday July 4th\nHowells Single Release w/ Famous Stranger\, Full Tilt & 2 Litre Super Punk\n$12 adv // $16 Doors\nDoors @ 7pm // Minors Welcome \nHowells’ musical influences bleed out of them\, mixing contemporary rock with ambient\, electronic\, and classic pop influences. Their music is marked by lyrical vocals\, soaring lead guitars\, and raucous drums\, produced with a sparkly electronic touch.\n————————————-\nThe BLOX Arts Centre(BAC)\, an open\, inclusive space made possible by cSpace’s SPACEPILOT program. Designed with Calgarians in mind to gather\, share and connect without barriers. This innovative community arts centre\, located in the heart of The Beltline BLOX\, is a must visit venue for artists\, art lovers and neighbouring businesses alike. The BLOX Arts Centre was brought to life by a passionate team of community leaders\, artists and city builders who believe in the transformative power of the arts. Through their shared vision this centre aspires to invigorate the local arts scene\, nurture emerging talents\, and create a welcoming space where creativity can flourish
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/howells-single-release-w-famous-stranger-full-tilt-2-litre-super-punk/
LOCATION:Blox Arts Centre\, 834 11 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Alternative Rock,Rock
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