Although Greg Bush lives in Nanaimo, his contribution to the Comox Valley music scene comes second to none, due to the mega-commitment he has made to developing and sustaining Courtenay's Georgia Strait Big Band over the past 14 years. Even during the pandemic, he found ways of presenting big band concerts when others wouldn't or couldn't. On October 20th, he's switching hats and presenting a line-up of some of our region's most talented jazz musicians in an intriguing fashion. Greg calls it "Trumpet Friendzy".

Greg and his group are looking forward to this upcoming performance for the Georgia Straight Jazz Society at The Flying Canoe. Downbeat is 7:30 pm. Admission is $15 for Society members, $20 for non-members payable by cash or credit card.

As much as they enjoy presenting their own original music, this time the band will pay homage to some of the trumpet greats. You'll hear music by Dizzy Gillespie, Miles Davis, Freddie Hubbard, and others. If you are friends of jazz trumpet players, please join them for this splendid event.

In addition to Greg on trumpet, other musicians are Cayleigh Borsboom - tenor saxophone; Patrick Courtin - piano; Drake Shoemaker - bass, and Adam Robertson on drums. Please Google "Georgia Straight Jazz Society" and take a look at our 2022-23 calendar to appreciate the amazing line-up of shows all the way through to May 25. We have established a country-wide reputation as a hotbed of live jazz music, and you're encouraged, especially if you're new to Comox Valley, to come on down and discover why. It's a safe and friendly environment: a wonderful place to revel in great music and meet or make friends.

Jazz fans are also advised that 2023 memberships ($20) will be available.

Please Google "Georgia Straight Jazz Society" and take a look at our 2022-23 calendar to appreciate the amazing line-up of shows all the way through to May 25. We have established a country-wide reputation as a hotbed of live jazz music, and you're encouraged, especially if you're new to Comox Valley, to come on down and discover why. It's a safe and friendly environment: a wonderful place to revel in great music and meet or make friends.

GSJS showcases jazz live in the Comox Valley, giving music lovers an opportunity to enjoys local, regional and internationally-known jazz musicians.

Photo Credit - Bruce Johnston  here