FROM NEW YORK: BRIAN CHARETTE

Sat, May 31

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