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Mike Murley Trio featuring Reg Schwager and Steve Wallace.
The members of the Mike Murley Trio have toured and performed with some of the most well known names in mainstream jazz, including legendary figures such as Oscar Peterson, George Shearing and Rob McConnell.  As a group the trio continues to explore the tradition of playing the American standard songbook.
An engaging, lyrical saxophonist, Mike Murley is one of Canada’s most celebrated and well-respected jazz artists. His critically-acclaimed recordings have placed him at the forefront of Canada’s jazz scene for the past three decades.  He has played on fourteen Juno Award-winning recordings since his 1990 Two Sides album, seven as a leader or co-leader, seven as a sideman.  His most recent Junos include The North (2018), Metalwood’s Twenty (2017) and his trio’s Test of Time (2013)

Mike Murley.com


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John Campbelljohn

​​A master slide guitarist and songwriter, Campbelljohn hails from Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, and over the course of his four decade-long career has won or been nominated for countless music awards including Maple Blues Awards, East Coast Music Awards, Real Blues Awards, Music Nova Scotia Entertainer Of The Year, Blues Recording Of The Year & Musician Of The Year.  

“A fabulous entertainer, who conducts a blues whistle-along, and tosses in a strain of Smoke On The Water just to see if everybody is listening. They were. They came, they whistled, and they roared, and Campbelljohn conquered.” Halifax Herald
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Mike Cowie is a trumpet player, singer and songwriter in a funk/jazz/blues style.
After the success of his Big Night Out CD, which brought Mike's original jazz/funk based music to audiences in Canada and Europe. Mike has followed up with the release of his latest CD Lucid Blue. A stunning fusion of Miles Davis' In a Silent Way period with hip-hop beats and electronica. Ten new Mike Cowie originals, combine computer/DJ soundscapes with his stunning trumpet tone. The funky beats, beautiful melodies and sophisticated chord progressions create a sound that is new, fresh and timeless.
www.cowie.ca

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Big Valley Swing Orchestra
Based out of Windsor, Nova Scotia this 20-piece swing band has the reputation of having one of the best swing sounds on the east coast.  Their show-stopping arrangements of jazz standards have been delighting audiences for years, and their upbeat tempo has made them a great favourite of dancers.
Check them out on Facebook! Just click on the big B!

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Shirley Jackson & her Good Rockin’ Daddy’s

An engaging, energetic  saxophonist, Shirley and her Good Rockin’ Daddys have been entertaining audiences for over 25 years. Known as one of Atlantic Canada’s most celebrated and well-respected singer songwriters. Her critically-acclaimed recordings have lead to her being named “Horn player of the year” at the 22nd annual Maple Blues Awards. Their sound is heavily influenced by the big horn bands of the past such as Big Jay McNeely, Roomful of Blues and The Collin James Little Big Band.

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Theresa Malenfant & The Instigators
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​Theresa is New Brunswick’s acclaimed ‘Queen of Blues’, has been bringing down the house since her early public appearance on stage with the late Dutchie Mason. Winner of an ECMA for Best Female Artist, in 2019 they placed second in the world and Theresa along with guitarist Scott won the solo/duo category at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis as well she has been given a Maple Blues life time achievement award. Theresa Malenfant has a loyal and enthusiastic following across Canada as well as in Europe!
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​The Waterfront Gang
“The Waterfront Gang” is made up of a talented group of musicians; Rob Clark (Bass), Gary Sallans (Guitar), Mike Watson (Tenor Sax), Alex Whitty (vocals) and Jordi Comstock (Drums/Percussion). The Gang draws on their influences of Jazz, Blues, Classical and Rock to create their unique sound and arrangements of the traditional Jazz Standards we all know and love. The Waterfront Gang also performs their own Original material which highlights these influences.​
https://www.waterfrontg.ca

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Carolyn Curry
​Carolyn Curry is an accomplished vocalist, pianist and arranger. A teacher, performer and music director in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Carolyn has a Master of Music in Jazz Performance from the University of North Texas, 2011-13. During her time in Texas she was a member of Payawaru, women's vocal ensemble, winner of the Dallas Latino Battle of the Bands and receiver of the Student Downbeat Outstanding Performance for vocal ensemble in 2012. She has since performed and recorded with ECMA nominated funk group Unidentified Funk Object, and its spin-off children's music project, Dr G Goes to Space! Her musical adaptation of Russian fairy tale "Tsarevitch Ivan, The Firebird and The Grey Wolf" is being produced by Terra Novella Theatre in 2019 as "Firebird: the Musical". ​
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Patricia Watson
Silky smooth classic jazz, with a hint of gospel describes Patricia's music. Her voice and songs inspire audiences so much that they cannot resist the urge to sing along and participate in this engaging soulful musical experience. Music is magic! Music is passion! 
Winner of The African Nova Scotia Music Association's 2009 "Rising Star" award, Patricia has been entertaining audiences all over North America most of her life. As a little girl, she had a recurring dream, "I would be sitting in the audience watching myself sing on stage" she recalls, "and be on stage watching myself in the audience." 
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Catahoula Brown writes songs. Songs about real life. Songs that will make you laugh...songs that will make you ​cry. Catahoula Brown recorded his first album aptly named 'Cur Dog Blues' (a Catahoula dog is known as a 'cur' in Louisiana), is a collection of gritty songs about trains, frustration and love. 
In 2007, he recorded the anticipated follow-up CD, 'Let That Boy Boogie', which sounds like it was recorded in some "Mississippi juke joint", instead of an intimate Halifax recording studio. The album was nominated by both the East Coast Music Association, as well as Music Nova Scotia, for 'Blues Recording of the Year'.
In 2014, Brown went back into the studio to record 'Can't Hide From The Blues', a raw swampy mix of ten original songs so influenced by New Orleans, you can almost smell the Gumbo cooking. Once again he received a nomination for 'Blues Recording of the Year'.
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The Real John Tetrault Trio
Is a group dedicated to Standards from the American Songbook. They have performed at restaurants, wine bars, festivals and privatefunctions.The three friends have long standing musical partnerships. As founding members of the award winning group Swingology John and Andrew have been 'bringing the swing' for a dozen years. Mike and John have shared the stage for more than forty years.The Trio have been showcasing their love of swing since 2016. Their sets include a few of Tetrault's originals from his four albums.
“Consummate professionals .. Top tier entertainment .. A great evening of Jazz, Contemporary and Original pieces.”
Robert Burnello and Astrid Fredrich owners WINEGRUNT Wine Bar.
“Wonderful. People danced all evening and had a fabulous time.”
 Liz Ingrahm-Chambers Le Bistro By Liz

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Mark Bezanson Trio
It’s really all about the blues. It is the constant that has run through the music journey that Mark has taken. While not a classic blues man at first blush, it is undeniable that blues and soul music runs deep in Marks singing, bass playing and songwriting. Mark’s music is a mix of styles that combines elements of Sting, John Mayer, and Keb Mo.
Check out Mark's site!
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The Clas Larsson Trio
Features Clas Larsson on sax/clarinet, Tim Worthington on guitar, and Jeff Wirchenko on bass. Clas has been providing live Jazz music on the South Shore, from Liverpool to Halifax, since 2000!

​www.claslarsson.ca
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​Jester J. Brown
Canadian born Blues singer/songwriter, instrumental guitarist and recording artist based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.  He has hit the stage with many musical acts, including performing as a lead guitar player and backup vocals for Truro's Own "Even Keel" , and touring the Maritime Provinces for many years with "Da'Rock".
An extremely versatile guitar player, he can perform  just about any genre but the Jester has a very unique style and sound. However there is only one guitar influence truly recognizable in almost every song the Jester performs - It's the distinctive style of blues legend Mr. Stevie Ray Vaughan.  
If you have a love for the sounds of the acoustic guitar, then Jester J. Brown is a show you won't want to miss!!
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Cynthia and Tom Myers
Residing in the majestic village of Chester NS, Cynthia and Tom Myers are a wonder to behold.
They have captured the imagination of audiences in both Canada and the the US with her amazing performances.

As featured vocalist at Pagliacci’s, Cynthia has had the pleasure of performing with the Al Pease Quartet and the Big Band Trio. Mrs. Meyers has also performed with such groups as the Gypsy Minstrels, Dr. Weird Beards Blues Revue and Swingology.

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Darren Arsenault
Best described as "A large platter of smokey blues smothered in swingin country sauce, piled high on a bed of bluegrass with gooey hot melted jazz inside!"
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GameChangers: groove blues
​From Nova Scotia’s South Shore, tastefully performing a Groove-Blues mix that is judiciously obscure, yet captivatingly familiar. Their PLAYLIST includes selections from such notable artists as; Atlanta Rhythm Section, Bill Withers, Colin James, The Cure,Dave Mason, Eric Clapton, Joe Cocker, Jonny Lang, Lightnin’Hopkins, Santana, Staples Singers, Stephen Stills, Van Morrison, and more!
MEMBERS: Garey Feener Lead and Backing vocals, Drums
                      Stewart Franck Lead and Backing vocals, Bass
                      Dillon Winter Backing vocals, Guitar
​"Intelligent Music"... Not that we're all that distinguished, but our devoted listeners ARE !
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Test of Time
This group is a quartet consisting of John Bird on keyboard and saxes, Paul Marshall on guitar, Clark Beisele on bass and Wendy Oxley on vocals.  We do jazz standards and occasionally break into original material that we think lends itself to the jazz idiom.  As a quartet we are relatively new but we have pooled our talents from years of working and playing with others in similar groups.  We are particularly fond of trying standard tunes with a different twist and sometimes 'new' lyrics.  ​
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Quintz Jam
Quintz Jam is a quintet of instrumentalists who have played just about every genre of music known; - from Bach to Brubeck and Corelli to Corea the group consists of Teresa Marcey on flutes, Marlene Blezy on clarinet, John Bird on saxes and bass clarinet, Tim Worthington on guitar, and Graham Duncan on string bass.  This group is a little unusual in that there is no regular vocalist or drummer.  Instead of multiple verses the group features woodwind solos to add variety and colour to their selections. The music is drawn from a wide span of time from baroque to bossa and be-bop to contemporary jazz standards. 
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Lyle Catt Blues Band
Quintz Jam is a quintet of instrumentalists who have played just about every genre of music known; - from Bach to Brubeck and Corelli to Corea the group consists of Teresa Marcey on flutes, Marlene Blezy on clarinet, John Bird on saxes and bass clarinet, Tim Worthington on guitar, and Graham Duncan on string bass.  This group is a little unusual in that there is no regular vocalist or drummer.  Instead of multiple verses the group features woodwind solos to add variety and colour to their selections. The music is drawn from a wide span of time from baroque to bossa and be-bop to contemporary jazz standards. 
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Other performers:

​The Bayview school band
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