Show List

Frankie's Jazz Club's Upcoming Shows

ARDESHIR CD RELEASE!

ARDESHIR CD RELEASE!

Fri, Jul 10

Saxophonist and composer Ardeshir Pourkeramati celebrates the release of his debut album with a two-night engagement at Frankie's Jazz Club on Friday and Saturday, July 10 and 11. Currently based in Vancouver, Ardeshir is an alumnus of USC’s Thornton School of Music. He is an active member of the Canadian music scene and leads various musical projects.


Ardeshir will be joined by an outstanding ensemble featuring Julian Borkowski - trumpet, Winston Matsushita - piano, David Caballero - bass and Graham Villette - drumsas well as some special guests. The quintet will perform the repertoire from the album, which is mostly dedicated to the great jazz masters who have influenced him.

ARDESHIR CD RELEASE!

ARDESHIR CD RELEASE!

Sat, Jul 11

Saxophonist and composer Ardeshir Pourkeramati celebrates the release of his debut album with a two-night engagement at Frankie's Jazz Club on Friday and Saturday, July 10 and 11. Currently based in Vancouver, Ardeshir is an alumnus of USC’s Thornton School of Music. He is an active member of the Canadian music scene and leads various musical projects.


Ardeshir will be joined by an outstanding ensemble featuring Julian Borkowski - trumpet, Winston Matsushita - piano, David Caballero - bass and Graham Villette - drumsas well as some special guests. The quintet will perform the repertoire from the album, which is mostly dedicated to the great jazz masters who have influenced him.

TEIGHAN COUCH

TEIGHAN COUCH

Sun, Jul 12

Teighan Couch is a jazz vocalist and composer based on Vancouver Island celebrated for her bouncy, straight ahead swing, Great American Songbook composing and sensible bebop scat improvisation. Hand-picked to be the featured Discovery Artist at the Port Theatre and having released her debut album It's Pronounced Cooch on August 22nd 2025, Teighan has proven herself to be an impeccably strong vocalist with an uplifting stage presence. Join Teighan as she presents a concert of beloved standards and unforgettable original tunes with Bill Coon on guitar, Dan Howard on bass and Hans Verhoeven on drums. Remember to grab one of her CDs to mark the occasion!
WEEDS/WINE/WEDNESDAY

WEEDS/WINE/WEDNESDAY

Wed, Jul 15

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 with a brand new band featuring TILDEN WEBB piano, DAVID CABALLERO bass and GRAHAM VILETTE drums. 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.
VSO SUMMER JAZZ WORKSHOP FACULTY NIGHT

VSO SUMMER JAZZ WORKSHOP FACULTY NIGHT

Thu, Jul 16

The VSO School of Music Summer Jazz Faculty & Friends launches Week One at Frankie’s Jazz Club with a swinging celebration of The Beauty of Swing. Led by Jodi Proznick, the ensemble features Miles Black, James Danderfer, Steve Maddock, Jesse Cahill, Bill Coon, Vince Mai, and Nebyu Yohannes, joined by emerging teaching assistants and friends. Together, they bring the spirit of the Summer Jazz Workshop to the stage in an evening of warmth, interplay, and irresistible swing.
JUN IDA

JUN IDA

Fri, Jul 17

Award winning trumpeter Jun Iida leads his NYC-based quintet on an international tour, showcasing new compositions alongside beloved jazz standards. Drawing inspiration from the rich history of jazz and Black American Music, born from systems of oppression and exploitation, Iida aims to convey powerful messages of freedom, hope, and resilience through his music. His Japanese heritage and cultural influences shape his sound, blending the improvisational spirit of jazz with the expressive nuances of traditional Japanese music to create a unique and dynamic musical voice.


BELLFLOWER is a testament to Iida’s Japanese heritage and eclectic influences. A superb trumpet player with a smooth, rich tone and exceptional improvisational command, he writes music that is both hip and deeply enjoyable. Backed by a stellar band whose individual voices shine throughout, BELLFLOWER more than fulfills the promise of his acclaimed debut.


“On Bellflower, Jun Iida blends post-bop sophistication, cinematic atmosphere and emotional storytelling into one of the year’s most immersive contemporary jazz recordings.” (Paris Move)


with Jun Iida -trumpet, Dylan Hayes -piano, John Lee -drums and Kenji Wagner -bass


JODI PROZNICK / KELLY JEFFERSON QUARTET

JODI PROZNICK / KELLY JEFFERSON QUARTET

Sat, Jul 18

The Jodi Proznick/Kelly Jefferson Quartet features Jodi Proznick on bass, Tilden Webb on piano, Jesse Cahill on drums, and acclaimed guest saxophonist Kelly Jefferson. Together, these distinguished artists bring exceptional depth, sophistication, and decades long musical rapport to the stage. A four-time JUNO Award nominee, Proznick is one of Canada’s leading jazz bassists, composers, and educators. Kelly Jefferson, a JUNO Award-winning saxophonist and composer, is internationally recognized for his commanding sound and expressive artistry. Rooted in deep swing, lyrical interplay, and inspired improvisation, this ensemble delivers original material and beloved jazz standards with elegance, depth, and authority.