Join us for an unforgettable evening as we pay tribute to the legendary Gordon Lightfoot. On June 1st at 7pm, immerse yourself in the timeless melodies and captivating storytelling that have made Lightfoot a folk icon. Featuring an exceptional lineup of acclaimed musicians, including Oliver Swain, Dylan Stone, Lenny Lester, Cluny Macpherson, Andrew Poirier, Scott […]
This trio of master musicians re-imagines the classic era of French and Gypsy swing music. Nick Mintenko, Tim Croft, and Jeff Poynter have toured Canada, the US, and Europe bringing this much loved genre of music to audiences and balancing modern arrangements and melodic grooves with traditional sounds.
Summer is here and there is no better way to celebrate than to dance up a storm with Groove Kitchen. This extraordinary band of musicians who have been featured at Victoria JazzFest, Butchart Gardens and the Moss Street Paint In, play an extremely danceable mix of funk, soul, Latin, and pop.
The Clay Pigeons bring a fresh approach to some of the greatest American songwriters such as John Prine, Iris Dement, Townes Van Zandt, Blaze Foley, Willie Nelson and others. The Clay Pigeons was first conceived by Rachelle Reath, Aaron Watson and Kelly Fawcett, members of the popular Tom Waits tribute, The Beautiful Maladies and features […]
A tribute act or cover band? Come and find out. While they aren't the actual Tragically Hip, Nautical Disaster is the next best thing. The jam regularly and do their best to stay true to the Hip's sound. Nautical Disaster plays nothing but the Tragically Hip so if you're a fan, Hermann's Upstairs is the […]
A not-to-be-missed afternoon of traditional jazz with a host of stellar guest musicians filling in for some of the regular CanUS lineup. Simon Stribling will fill in on trumpet, while Doug Rhodes will take on saxophone duties. Also on board is Brooke Maxwell on vocals and piano. As usual Avram McCagherty will be on vocals […]
Itching to get on stage and showcase your Blues chops? This is your chance with the Deb Rhymer Blues Band featuring some of the best Blues musicians around. The Deb Rhymer Blues Band hosts Sunday Blues Service, the longest running blues jam in the Pacific Northwest. A Victoria favourite, the band has played all the […]
Sit in with or be supported by Kelly or come as an individual, a duo or group to showcase songs or first time on stage in a supportive environment. It's a great way for singer songwriters to try new songs.
Hermann's Upstairs Lounge presents a free open mic evening for musicians of all stripes. Hosted by Kelly Fawcett, solo artists or groups can sit in with him or showcase their own material in a supportive and creative atmosphere. It's also a great way for singer-songwriters to try out their new tunes.
Acclaimed Toronto-based jazz vocalist, Fuat Tuaç puts his immigration journey from Turkey to Canada to music in his new album "The Immigrant. “Immigration is a very hot issue in the world now. People move around the world for one reason or another, even COVID could not stop them. And I wanted to share my story […]
The son of an Alabama sharecropper, David Vest, a longtime Victoria resident is still going strong 50 years after he first stepped on stage with the likes of Big Joe Turner. Long revered as one of the great boogie-woogie piano players, Vest is a five-time winner of Canada's national Maple Blues Award for Piano Player […]
Three of the finest interpreters of melody, story and song unite to explore and celebrate the limitless possibilities of The Great American Songbook. A powerhouse trio featuring the legendary Miss Louise Rose, the superlative Joey Smith, and the stellar Kelby MacNayr, the Great American Songbook Trio presents a special concert dedicated to the incredible composers […]
