Vancouver jazz vocalist Carman J. Price has a warm tenor voice that soars and swings. He brings his love of timeless standards to pay tribute to the great 1967 album “Francis Albert Sinatra & Antonio Carlos Jobim” along with other bossa nova classics. With Bill Coon – guitar, Darren Radtke – bass, and Dave Robbins – drums. 

Enjoy 50% off all Reserve bottles of wine and cover charge starting at $5 Join saxophonist and Frankie's Artistic Director Cory Weeds EVERY WEDNESDAY for a night of swinging hard bop featuring the fabulous Jimi James Fraser Trio! Cory Weeds is an expressive saxophonist with a warm and impactful sound rooted in jazz tradition. Jazz aficionados know that Cory, when playing tenor or alto sax, conveys an unerring sense of swing. With Jimi James Fraser - piano, Brad Pearson - bass and Arvind Ramdas - drums 

It's ALWAYS a good time when guitarist Bill Weeds graces the stage. There aren't many musicians who have more fun playing music than Bill. He'll be joined by his son, tenor saxophonist Cory Weeds, pianist Sharon Minemoto, bassist David Caballero and drummer Joe Poole.  Weeds will play music from his latest recording Walk It Off! 

DUENDE LIBRE celebrates the connections between jazz and music from Cuba, Brazil, and the Mediterranean. Their stewardship is a natural continuation of decades of dedicated apprenticeship with master musicians from around the world. DUENDE LIBRE's empathic on-stage chemistry, formed through years of performing, touring, and recording together, sets the band apart along with their eclectic sonic palette. AFTER DARK: ARVIND RAMDAS TRIO Plays Bud Powell Featuring Jimi James & David Caballero 11pm, walk-ins only, $10 

Based out of Edmonton, Calgary, and Vancouver, Montuno West fuses Afro-Cuban folklore, Latin jazz, and global music influences to craft a captivating and dynamic sound. Their innovative blend of tradition and modernity keeps the music fresh, vibrant, and uplifting. With infectious rhythms and an irresistible energy, Montuno West takes listeners on a cultural journey that celebrates joy, connection, and rhythm. In 2019, the band was honoured with the Calgary Music Award for World Recording of the Year and earned a nomination for a Western Canadian Music Award in the World category, solidifying their reputation as one of Canada’s most exciting and Latin-jazz ensembles. Comprised by CBC Rising Star Award-winner Chris Andrew and multi-WCMA Award-winner Rubim de Toledo, Montuno West brings together Latin percussion masters Luis Tovar and Raul Tabera. Together, they create music that stimulates the mind, moves the body, and nourishes the spirit. For their highly anticipated album Raises, Montuno West is thrilled to collaborate with the extraordinary Israel “Toto” Berriel. A renowned Afro-Cuban percussionist, vocalist, and educator, Toto brings deep musical knowledge and passion to the project. Having spent twelve years with the iconic Rumba group Los Muñequitos de Matanzas, he has perfected the Afro-Cuban traditions. Known for his soulful vocals and virtuoso percussion, Toto effortlessly blends Afro-Cuban rhythms with jazz, soul, and funk. Originally from Matanzas, Cuba, Toto has toured worldwide and made Canada his home since 2001. With Israel “Toto” Berriel – vocals / percussion, Chris Andrew – piano, Rubim de Toledo – bass and Raul Tabera – percussion / vocals AFTER DARK: WES ANDERSON QUARTET featuring Tamas Balai, Ben Sigerson & Dan Howard 11pm, walk-ins only, $10 

Pianist Miles Black with bassist Russ Botten and drummer Dave Robbin’s will feature compositions and arrangements of the great pianist Monty Alexander including his 2025 Grammy nominated tune “Restoration” 

Winners of this year's CBC Music Class Challenge in their category, Vancouver College Jazz groups showcase their talents alongside special guests including Vancouver greats, trumpeter Feven Kidane and saxophonist Brent Mah. 

Enjoy 50% off all Reserve bottles of wine and cover charge starting at $5 Join saxophonist and Frankie's Artistic Director Cory Weeds EVERY WEDNESDAY for a night of swinging hard bop featuring the fabulous Jimi James Fraser Trio! Cory Weeds is an expressive saxophonist with a warm and impactful sound rooted in jazz tradition. Jazz aficionados know that Cory, when playing tenor or alto sax, conveys an unerring sense of swing. With Jimi James Fraser - piano, Brad Pearson - bass and Arvind Ramdas - drums 

The Tony Wilson 4tet has in past performances at Franlie's jazz Club the 4tet has performed full albums by Charles Mingus and others. For this performance, we will be playing compositions from these album tributes. They will present tunes by Charles Mingus, Oliver Nelson, John Coltrane, Pat Metheny and Bill Evans. With Wilson on guitar, Dave Say- tenor and soprano saxes, Russell Sholberg- bass and Nino DiPasquale -drums. 

Celebrated Montreal pianist and composer Kate Wyatt returns to her home province of BC to present a series of concerts featuring music from her critically acclaimed album Artifact. Joinedby Montreal powerhouses Lex French (trumpet), Louis-Vincent Hamel (drums), and Adrian Vedady (bass), she leads a quartet whose effortless chemistry fosters deep interaction and highi ntensity. Strikingly adventurous and astonishingly creative, Wyatt’s unique musical voice has earned her a nomination for the 2025 Paul de Hueck and Norman Walford Career Achievement Award. With thanks to the Canada Council for the Arts for their support. AFTER DARK: NICHOLAS WISE QUARTET featuring Julian Borkowski, David Caballero & Jordy McIntosh 11pm, walk-ins only, $10 

A Frankie's favourite, Brian Charette returns to Vancouver and teams up with a cast of Vancovuer all-stars for an unforgettable night of music. New York City organist/pianist, Brian Charette, has established himself as a leading voice in modern jazz. Brian has performed with many notable artists such as Joni Mitchell, Chaka Khan, Paul Simon, Cyndi Lauper, Oz Noy, Vinnie Colaiuta, John Patitucci, and many more. Charette is also an active author and educator, writing for Keyboard Magazine, The New York City Jazz Record, DownBeat, Electronic Musician and the Czech magazine, Muzikus. Brian teaches masterclasses all over the world and is on the faculty of the Czech Summer Jazz Workshop at Jesek Conservatory in Prague. In NYC, he teaches lessons and group classes at The New School and 92nd Y School of Music. With Cory Weeds - tenor saxophone, Dave Sikula - guitar and Jesse Cahill - drums LONE BEAR Featuring Jeff Younger, Russell Sholberg & Bernie Arai featuring Julian Borkowski, David Caballero & Jordy McIntosh 11pm, walk-ins only, $10 

The sound of the John Lee Trio bridges the gap between the past and the future of modern jazz; A collective true to the "straight ahead" sound with a fresh improvisational approach on concise musical arrangements. The trio rarely features original compositions and the most prominent vessel for expression is the interpretation of a song from the Great American Songbook or a composition by a Jazz giant born in the early 20th century, John Lee – piano, Kosma Busheikin – bass, Graham Villette - drums 

The Vancouver Legacy Jazz Orchestra, founded in 2015 by Michael Kim and Fred Stride, stands as a dynamic 17-piece ensemble. With a mission to revive the legacy of world-class composers, VLJO hosts mesmerizing tribute concerts. Emerging after a hiatus from 2020-2023, the orchestra is dedicated to infusing new life into timeless classics as well as rarely performed gems. This musical journey, featuring Vancouver's premier jazz talents, reflects a commitment to the rich traditions of jazz while embracing innovation and artistic exploration. Featuring a who's who of Vancouver jazz! 

Enjoy 50% off all Reserve bottles of wine and cover charge starting at $5 Join saxophonist and Frankie's Artistic Director Cory Weeds EVERY WEDNESDAY for a night of swinging hard bop featuring the fabulous Jimi James Fraser Trio! Cory Weeds is an expressive saxophonist with a warm and impactful sound rooted in jazz tradition. Jazz aficionados know that Cory, when playing tenor or alto sax, conveys an unerring sense of swing. With Jimi James Fraser - piano, Brad Pearson - bass and Arvind Ramdas - drums 

Brent Parkin is a guitar player, singer-songwriter and veteran of the Winnipeg Music Scene, playing for audiences in Winnipeg and across Canada for over 50 years. Brent’s music is a combination of Chicago Style Blues, Swing. Jump Blues and Roots Music. He has been part of the back up band for such greats as Bo Diddley, Gate Mouth Brown, Otis Rush, Johnnie Johnson and has opened shows for such legends as James Cotton, Johnny Winter, Buddy Guy and John Prine. A career highlight was sharing the stage and tour bus with the Legend BB King as the opening act on a Canadian tour in 1983. Honours include a 1993 Juno Award for his performance on the Saturday Night Blues Compilation, 2011 Western Canada Music Award Nomination for his CD Vintage Rhythm and numerous Maple Blues Nominations including three nominations for Blues with a Feeling Award (Lifetime Achievement). “Music’s gotta move people, take em somewhere and bring emotion & joy.” With Chris Nordquist - drums, Rob Becker - bass, Darryl Havers - keys and Jerry Cook - sax 

Daniel Cohen is an award-winning jazz saxophonist, woodwind doubler, composer, arranger, and educator based in New York City, currently pursuing his studies at The Juilliard School. He has achieved first place in multiple prestigious competitions, including the Vandoren Emerging Artist, Carinthia Saxophone Competition, Jim Widner Competition, Kfar Saba Wind Competition, and the Rostov International Jazz Competition. Cohen has collaborated with renowned jazz musicians such as Kenny Washington, Ted Nash, Herlin Riley, and Eric Alexander, and has performed at iconic venues like Carnegie Hall, New York City Center, Rose Hall at Lincoln Center, Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola, and the Red Sea Jazz Festival. His achievements have been recognized through various scholarships, including those from the America-Israel Cultural Foundation, the Canada-Israel Foundation, Tzfonot Tarbut, Ran Baron, and the Jim Widner Scholarship. In recent years, Cohen has expanded his musical repertoire by incorporating classical music influences, further enriching his unique style, which remains deeply rooted in the jazz tradition. With Tilden Webb - piano, Jodi Proznick - bass and Joe Poole - drums 

Ace Vancouver Jazz band Holly Burke and the Naturals, whose shows include exciting improvised soloing, infectious grooves, hip arrangements and brilliant performances by a crack band that includes some of Canada’s best musicians. You may hear a couple of tasty covers like Joni Mitchell’s “Woodstock” or a mash-up of Jimi Hendrix's "Let Me Stand Next to your Fire" with Stravinsky’s Rites of Spring. You'll be carried away by the beautiful ‘River of Stars’ and thrilled by the globe-trotting ’Serengeti’. There may be poetry! no matter what you’re guaranteed an evening of creative magic and mystery... Composers Holly Burke and Bill Runge have collaborated on several projects over the years including the award-winning Nature Girl recording, the Hard Rubber commission of ‘Lagoon’, a three movement orchestral piece performed as part of "Horns in the Atrium” at Simon Fraser, Kozmik Keyboards, a one hour keyboard/spoken word collaboration written and performed by Holly, and most recently the Dreamride Project, Twenty Etudes for the Contemporary Pianist which is a recording, a book and a performing quartet, supported by Canada Council. With Holly Burke - flute and vocals, Bill Runge - saxophones, Kristian Alexandrov - piano, Andre Lachance – bass, Randall Stoll – drums. 

Saxophonist John Nicholson’s melodic and lyrical style has quickly made him one of the most in-demand musicians on the Vancouver scene. A regular member of many of the city’s top jazz ensembles, including John Korsrud’s Absolute Unit, Dean Thiessen’s Stranger Friends Orchestra, Chris Berner Jazz Orchestra, Kevin Romain’s Salience Network, The Tony Wilson/John Korsrud Septet, The Itamar Erez Quartet, The Chris Fraser Quartet, The Feven Kidane Sextet, and many more, John has brought together some of the scene’s top musicians to perform his original compositions. Featuring Brad Turner - piano, Chris Fraser - guitar, Conrad Good - bass, and Todd Stewart - drums 

Enjoy 50% off all Reserve bottles of wine and cover charge starting at $5 Join saxophonist and Frankie's Artistic Director Cory Weeds EVERY WEDNESDAY for a night of swinging hard bop featuring the fabulous Jimi James Fraser Trio! Cory Weeds is an expressive saxophonist with a warm and impactful sound rooted in jazz tradition. Jazz aficionados know that Cory, when playing tenor or alto sax, conveys an unerring sense of swing. With Jimi James Fraser - piano, Brad Pearson - bass and Arvind Ramdas - drums 

“Her voice hits you like an old record—warm, timeless, and full of soul.” - EARMILK When Emily steps on stage, it feels like you’ve known her forever. A Vancouver native, her musical journey has taken her from Berklee College of Music to busking the streets of Europe, to crisscrossing the U.S. in her baby blue campervan. Now based in London, England, she is stepping into a bold new chapter—kicking it off with the release of her debut full-length album later this year. Emily’s music blends vintage R&B with modern indie soul, drawing inspiration from artists like Amy Winehouse and Alicia Keys with the timeless storytelling of Carole King. Her raw and sultry vocals have earned her spots on Spotify Editorial Playlists such as Fresh Finds and Mood Ring and led her to share the stage with Briston Maroney, Rayland Baxter, Nikki Lane, Lawrence, Delta Rae, Bre Kennedy, and Liz Cooper & The Stampede. With an unwavering commitment to authenticity, Emily continues to captivate audiences—one song, one show, and one unforgettable moment at a time. 

It’s Party time! Join the Nightcrawlers and special guest Dawn Pemberton for a night of vintage soul and rhythm and blues. The Nightcrawlers are a quintet of Vancouver musicians dedicated to the preservation and enjoyment of music from the great 1960s Hammond B3 organ bands. Inspired by Brother Jack McDuff, “The Mighty Burner” Charles Earland, Big John Patton, and Booker T and the MG’s, the Night Crawlers play gritty, soulful, down home music that’s all about having a good time. Dawn Pemberton is a dynamic force in the Vancouver music scene, known for her powerful voice that spans gospel, soul, jazz, funk. Tight, expressive and bold, Dawn will hit you where it counts, funk you up and make you say “Go ‘head!”. With Cory Weeds - tenor saxophone Jerry Cook - baritone saxophone, Dave Sikula - guitar, Chris Gestrin - organ, Jesse Cahill - drums and Jack Duncan - congas 

It’s Party time! Join the Nightcrawlers and special guest Dawn Pemberton for a night of vintage soul and rhythm and blues. The Nightcrawlers are a quintet of Vancouver musicians dedicated to the preservation and enjoyment of music from the great 1960s Hammond B3 organ bands. Inspired by Brother Jack McDuff, “The Mighty Burner” Charles Earland, Big John Patton, and Booker T and the MG’s, the Night Crawlers play gritty, soulful, down home music that’s all about having a good time. Dawn Pemberton is a dynamic force in the Vancouver music scene, known for her powerful voice that spans gospel, soul, jazz, funk. Tight, expressive and bold, Dawn will hit you where it counts, funk you up and make you say “Go ‘head!”. With Cory Weeds - tenor saxophone Jerry Cook - baritone saxophone, Dave Sikula - guitar, Chris Gestrin - organ, Jesse Cahill - drums and Jack Duncan - congas 

Armi Grano is a Vancouver based song stylist and jazz vocalist who has graced stages throughout Asia, Canada, USA and Mexico. Fresh from her 6 month singing engagement in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico where she sways the sizeable expats and international tourists 4 nights a week to her shows, she’s back in Vancouver to showcase her new repertoire and arrangements. Performing abroad with international musicians have helped her developed her own unique blend of style of Latin, pop, swing with jazz influences. Armi has a clear, sensual and intimate voice with an engaging stage presence that will surely draw the audience to her performance. For this show at Frankie’s, she has assembled a stellar trio featuring Miles Black-piano, Conrad Good-bass, Nino Dipasquale - drums.