Karel Roessingh

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Hermann’s has been a wonderful and indispensible venue for jazz lovers, and a necessary haven for  local, country-wide and international jazz musicians throughout the decades.  I’ve been performing there since inception.  I have recorded CD projects there, held other CD release concerts there, and have performed with and have gone to hear stellar artists there.  It is now the only regular jazz venue in Victoria, and without doubt has the best grand piano of any performance club in town.  Audiences are without exception there to listen and appreciate, and my most enjoyable and meaningful gigs have been at Hermann’s.
For the sake of audiences and performers, I applaud the most worthwhile efforts of the Society to preserve this very important facet of Victorian and Canadian culture and vow to participate and contribute in any way I can.
Sincerely Karel Roessingh

Councilor and former Mayor, District of Highlands

Director, CRD Arts Commission

Musician, Composer, Producer

Hermann’s Launches Legacy Album, Celebrates 40 Years of Live Music

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Hemann’s Jazz Club is celebrating 40 years in business with their first ever album launch featuring live recordings of all the legendary musicians who have played on the Hermann’s stage since the beginning. The legacy album, Cheers to 40 Years, will debut with a live stream celebration show on International Jazz Day, April 30. 

Listeners of both the album and album-launch show will be transported back in time to the full-band sounds of swing, jazz and Dixieland, when the club first opened at the Bastion Inn on Government Street before moving to its now View Street location in 1986. 

The album will feature musicians such as Toni Blodgett, who was part of the Al Pease Trio, the first band that Hermann ever hired in 1981. 

Blodgett herself can recall the excitement of the club’s early days.

“He [Hermann] brought over a full Dixieland band, a seven piece from Washington state, and he fell in love with that big sound,” she says. “There was a mezzanine in the building and that’s when he started having his Dixieland band up there and a dance floor was available.”

“That was the beginning and he never, never stopped.”

Neither did Toni. Toni’s been playing a regular Sunday slot at Hermann’s since those early days and attributes her success as a musician to the club. 

“Hermann was always supportive,” says Toni. “‘We’ve got to stick together’ was his favourite line.”

As apparent from the number of musicians featured on the album, many musicians have built lifelong careers from the Hermann’s stage. Not all will make it on the album according to manager Nichola Walkden, who mentions deceased greats such as Borgy Borgerson, who was inducted into the Banjo Hall of Fame with Kermit the Frog and Béla Fleck.

Musicians that listeners will hear on the album include Don Leppard, Don Cox, Joey Smith, Sharon Wadsworth CanUS, Dixieland Express, Lloyd Arntzen and Al Pease with Blackstick, and the Tom Vickery Trio joined by Charlie Gates. There will be additional pre-recorded tracks with Nori MacFarlane, Hugh Barclay, Jim Armstrong and Ernie Cockayne. 

The album launch marks a time of rebirth for the club, as it also signals the beginning of Hermann’s Jazz Club’s new record label Hermann’s Live, putting to use the high-end equipment they use to pivot and live stream all their shows. 

“Hermann’s Live has been a dream of a lot of people for a lot of years,” says club manager Nichola Walkden. “Hermann’s Jazz Club is iconic – it’s well known to be the best listening room in the country. When people tour here they wish for the recording. The work that our livestream techs have put in over the past year has created this for us. We very much look forward to what can be done – live recordings, capturing timeless moments. To get this together in celebration of forty years of live musical presentation is a cool moment,” she says. 

While the community can’t party like they did in 1981, or even 2019, manager Nichola Walkden says she hopes live stream listeners will still be raising their glasses from their homes in the Hermann’s spirit. She recalls that Hermann was always known to throw a great party.

“Every so often, the band would stop its number and bid us raise glasses with this refrain: “Zicke, zacke, zicke, zacke, hoi, hoi, hoi!” (meaning something like “A toast, a toast, a cozy place! One, two, three, drink!” says Walkden.

You can join Walkden for a toast and lively music on April 30 on Hermann’s YouTube live stream account or on their website www.hermannsjazz.com at 7:00 PM, PST.

The album will be available on Bandcamp and all streaming platforms.

Welcome back to Hermann’s! Here’s how we’re keeping you safe.

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Our number one goal is to keep all of our staff, musicians, and guests safe. Though some things have changed, we are still the same Hermann’s! Here’s the changes we’ve made to make your visit safe and comfortable:

We’ve Made Our Entrance More Efficient

  • guests pre-order tickets and dinner selections on our website creating an efficient check-in and limiting contact with servers
  • Our back hallway is cleared so that the doors can be used for airflow and as an additional exit way to keep the area spacious.

We Have a New Pre-ordering and Buffet Dinner System

  • Our dinner service is now served gourmet-buffet style, plated by head chef Ahmed or one of our servers. This allows you to see the buffet options behind plexiglass, and see your meal being plated. We offer a buffet of robust dinner options including for gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan diets. See the menu here: http://hermannsjazz.com/menu
  • Our guests now also have the option to order sweet or savory-pies baked in house. These can also be pre-ordered as well in addition to or instead of the buffet.  
  • No bar service. Everyone is encouraged to stay to their seats and not move about the room.
  • If you need anything at your table please give us a wave – we don’t mind – our staff are minimizing trips about the room but are happy to help. We will wait to move between songs so that no one has to raise their voice to speak.
  • We encourage the use of debit cards for tap payment, but will accept all forms of payment.

We Respect the Latest Physical Distancing Guidelines

  • We have installed plexiglass around the bar and service areas as well as a hanging, removable barrier between closer-proximity seating.
  • The room is made more spacious by increasing walkway areas and distancing tables by 6’6”. Tables and chairs may only be moved by staff prior to guest arrival to accommodate larger groups. 
  • Group seating is limited to a maximum of six guests.
  • All ticket sales will be made in groups of two or four to match the physically distanced floor-plan. We have 16 tables available. If you need an odd number of seats please email us info@hermannsjazz.com.
  • The total seating limit is reduced to 40, following the Provincial guideline of 50 person capacity.
  • We are using a pass bar so that staff do not need to enter and exit the cooking areas. Dirty dishes are collected from the bar area to be returned by a designated bus person.
  • Some shows will have two seatings per evening (7pm and 9:30pm) to improve capacity.

 

We Have Rigorous Employee Safety Procedures

  • All staff and volunteers are on board with a commitment to safety and they have signed an employee commitment. Daily health checks are required.
  • We have assured staff that no one should feel duress to attend work if they feel they are at risk of becoming infected or infecting others. 

We Have Updated Sanitation Protocols

  • Our staff wear masks and use COVID approved sanitizer repeatedly at the bar and on cloths to sanitize any shared items (i.e. debit card reader).
  • We have enhanced cleaning protocols to our already rigorous standards
  • Sanitizer is easily accessible on entry and at stations throughout the space
  • We have upgraded our air filtration system to MER13.

Guest Responsibilities

  • We ask that guests continue to maintain a physical distance of at least six (6) feet from other guests that are not part of your group, staff members, musicians and volunteers.
  • We ask that you respect the safety of others and stay home if you are feeling sick.
  • Masks are mandatory.
  • No sing-along; no dancing; please avoid raising your voice above speaking level.

Questions?

If you have any hesitation about coming in, we are happy to answer any questions you might have.  Simply e-mail us at info@hermannsjazz.com or leave a message at 250-388-9166.

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We only collect your information when it is necessary to fulfill your need.
You own your data and you may request to see any of your information that we have.
You may also request that we remove your information from our system.
To make a request under our Privacy Policy please send an email to: info@artsonview.ca

March at Hermann’s

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 MARCH AT HERMANN’S

Visit www.hermannsjazz.com for more information on all of these shows
All ages welcome, family-friendly & wheelchair accessible.
*Doors 5:30pm &  Showtime 7:30pm unless otherwise noted.
Cash only for admission.

PARTICIPATE

Monday March 2 Mini-Concert & Open Trad Music Session: Pierre Schryer’s Fiddle Connections Featuring Special Guests Courtney Campbell (piano & fiddle) & Stephanie Cadman (fiddle & stepdance). 6pm-7pm mini-concert, followed by an open trad music session. Beautiful.
Thursday March 12 U-JAM Club Night featuring the UJAM Young All-Stars w. Kim Greenwood!
Club Nights are held monthly to give singers and instrumentalists, of all experience levels, an opportunity to perform with our house band and learn more about a particular artist, composer or genre. All ages are welcome. Questions? Contact: ujamsevents@gmail.com. UJAM Young All-Stars 5:00-7:00pm  & Mentor 7:30-10:30pm.
Monday March 23 All Together Choir Sings Green Day’s When I Come Around
No experience necessary, No music reading required, all are welcome! Marc will teach the song in harmony – by the end of the night, magic happens! (Brown Paper Tickets)
Wednesday March 4 & 18 Student Jam Session
*Doors 5:00pm, Jam 5:30pm-7:00pm
We are bringing back the Student Jam that Dave Flello ran for 2 decades. All ages, from any school welcome. Bring your instrument, bring friends, and homework if needed.
Wednesday March 4 & 18 The Tom Vickery Trio & Jazz Jam *follows student jam, Show 7:30pm

 

THIS MONTH WE CELEBRATE HERMANN’S 39 YEARS & PAY SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO TOM VICKERY

Tom has welcomed thousands of  musicians to Hermann’s stage for the 

Tom Vickery Trio & Jazz Jam . This year marks 35 years for this jam. 

People come to see him because he “lifts spirits up”

He is an extraordinary accompanist. 

Knows a lot of ballads

We love you, Tom. Happy 35th Anniversary.

  

NORTH AMERICAN TALENT – ON TOUR – MARCH IS EXCEPTIONAL

Sunday March 1 Tonye Aganaba
Tonye is a singer-songwriter born in London England to a Nigerian father and a Zimbabwean  mother. She moved to Canada in her teens and started a career in music at 17. She has been likened to folks like Lauryn Hill, Ani Difranco and Sia. She is a Much More Music Video Award recipient, social justice advocate and the kind of singer/performer that turns heads wherever she plays.

Thursday March 5 Chance Hayden
Portland-based guitarist, composer, arranger and producer Chance Hayden debuts at Hermann’s Jazz Club with bassist Ross Garlow and drummer Mark Griffith celebrating the release of his latest album, Get Somethin’ with Ropeadope Records.

Saturday March 14 Chris Whitely and Diana Braithwaite
Jazz & Blues with Diana Braithwaite and Chris Whiteley and Band. Soulful classic jazz songs and the best of the blues are on the menu with an entertaining show. They always sell out so act now and reserve your spot! https://hotblues.ca

Thursday March 19 The Victoria Jazz Society presents Mollie Johnson – SOLD OUT

Wednesday March 25  Kelby MacNayr f. Kansas City sax great – Dan Thomas
A special night featuring special guest Kansas City sax great Dan Thomas in an evening of swinging, sophisticated, world-class jazz!

Thursday March 26 Larnell Lewis w. The Jeremy Ledbetter Trio
Forged in a cauldron of raging, inspiring contemporary jazz, the Jeremy Ledbetter Trio features three Canadian virtuosos — pianist and bandleader Jeremy Ledbetter(CaneFire), drummer Larnell Lewis (Snarky Puppy), and bassist Rich Brown (rinsethealgorithm) — at the absolute top of their game.

Saturday March 28  John Kastelic and the Black Dog String Quartet
Folk Songs & Brahms  For the first part of the performance, joined by John’s brother Tony Kastelic on viola, they will perform Brahms’ stunning String Quintet No. 2. The 2nd part of the evening will feature the folk songs of John Kastelic (singer/composer) for voice and string quartet. Erasing the lines between classical music and contemporary folk music, these songs sparkle with ingenuity.  blackdogstringquartet.com

LOCAL TALENT – WHY VICTORIA DESERVES HERMANNS! 

Friday & Saturday March 6 & 7 The Nick LaRiviere Band
A show with The Nick La Riviere Band is like taking a trip down to modern New Orleans, where the music is loud and proud, with brass adding funky lines to each groove, and every song is played with soul and power.
Sunday March 8 John Lee Trio – In the Spirit of Ray Brown
Multi-instrumentalist JOHN LEE presents a concert featuring the spirit and repertoire of the famous Ray Brown Trio.
Monday March 9  Island Big Band
This is a full big band playing a variety of big band era music from Duke Ellington to Count Basie to more modern arrangements.
Wednesday March 11  Kelby MacNayr presents Brand New Sounds featuring Miguelito Valdes
Featuring an All-Star Quintet of five of the West Coast’s top jazz musicians including the great Miguelito Valdes (Afro-Cuban All-Stars) & Roy Styffe (Neil Swainson, Ed Bickert).
Friday March 13  Groove Kitchen Groove Kitchen, one of Victoria’s most popular funk bands, roars back into Hermann’s for another dance-happy Spring Fling show.
Sunday March 15 St. Patrick’s Day Party: Oliver Swain & Ivonne Hernandez One of Canada’s finest, multiple award winner Ivonne Hernandez joins forces with bassist Oliver Swain, champion bagpiper and drummer Jaime Troy and guitarist Charlie Gannon, to  bring the St.Paddy’s party to Hermann’s. Also on the bill, Irish Troubadour Terry Boyle and youth fiddling group Coastline! Two shows. 2:00 pm and 7:30pm  (Eventbrite).
Tuesday March 17 It’s St Patrick’s Day! An Irish evening with Schryer, Dobres & friends! Recently welcomed from Thunder Bay, Pierre is one of Canada’s leading traditional fiddlers. JUNO nominee, Canadian Folk Music nominee, and celebrated performer and producer, Pierre has established himself as a gem on the music scene among fans and fellow musicians. Adam Dobres, one of our West Coast gems, is a special talent and one of Schryers new musical accomplices.
Friday March 20 David Vest “A Change Is Gonna Come”
You’ll hear songs by Sam Cooke, the Staple Singers, and other artists who were prominent in the freedom movement. Vest is a five-time winner of Canada’s national Maple Blues Award for Piano Player of the Year and not to be missed!
Saturday March 21 Pablo Cardenas & The West Coast Cuban Orchestra
This Cuban pianist has the ability to play in a multitude of styles each with enthusiasm, skill and finesse, charisma and charm.
Sunday March 22 Unfaithful Servants
Back to the roots! Four great musicians, one microphone. Brilliant folk. This acoustic group performs explosive instrumentals, compelling story-telling and high-powered vocals. Given the popularity of this group, reserve your ticket early.
Tuesday March 24 Better Left Unsaid, Mollie Kaye Sings It Instead!
This woman is amazing! A fun and fabulous show not to be missed!
Friday March 27  Oliver Swain & The Victoria Django Festival Presents The Hot Club at Hermann’s!
Sunday March 29 Kristina Helene & Shanna Dance: Tribute to Eva Cassidy, Carole King & Norah Jones. Two up and coming local songbirds join together to create a magical night of music paying tribute to: Eva Cassidy, Norah Jones, and Carole King. Back by popular demand (Eventbrite).
Monday March 30 Swiftsure Big Band
We’ll clear the dancefloor and dance! Swiftsure performs music of the swing-era (1930s & 40s), as well as more contemporary Latin and jive tunes.
Tuesday March 31  Andrew Greenwood plays the music of Dexter Gordon.

UNIVERSITY OF VICTORIA CAFES – FREE LECTURE SERIES
*Doors at 5pm, Lecture 6pm-7pm
*Registration through Eventbrite.

Tuesday, March 3 – Cafe Historique – Dr Paul Bramadat
Religion and After Religion in 21st Century Cascadia
Tuesday, March 10 – Cafe Scientifique – Dr. Tom Pederson
Science, Money, or Politics: Which One Should Drive Sound Policy?
Sunday, March 17 –  Cafe Scientifique – Rebecca Hof 
It takes a village: Building a research community to tackle problems in disease, environment & education.

MATINEE SERIES
*Doors 12:30pm, Show 1:30-3:30pm. Children 12 and under free

Sunday March 1  Sunday Southern Gospel Lunch w. Maria Manna f. Kelly Fawcett New Sunday monthly event. Everyone welcome, non-denominational. Hermann’s Church of Jazz once a month!
Sunday March 8 CanUS featuring Norrie MacFarlane. Come and dance.
Sunday March 15  Oliver Swain St. Patrick’s Day Celebration! 2pm See Local Talent for more info Sunday March 22 Tom Vickery/Al Pease Quartet Smooth reed stylings.
Saturday March 28  Great American Songbook Trio f. Louise Rose  Very popular!
Sunday March 29 Dixie Sweethearts traditional riverboat jazz by some of Victoria’s finest players.

Arts on View Society is proud to continue Hermann’s tradition of welcoming all ages, whether singles, solos, couples, or family’s. A place for all to come together to experience & share live music!

February at Hermann’s

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FEBRUARY AT HERMANN’S

Visit www.hermannsjazz.com for more information on all of these shows
All ages welcome, family friendly & wheelchair accessible.
*Doors 5:30pm &  Showtime 7:30pm unless otherwise noted. Cash only for admission.

MATINEE SERIES
*Doors 12:30pm, Show 1:30-3:30pm. Children 12 and under free

Sunday Feb. 2 CanUS   Reuniting with original members Jim Armstrong on trombone and Donny Clark on trumpet/flugelhorn for this special Sunday!
Sunday Feb. 9  Sunday Southern Gospel Lunch w. Maria Manna f. April Gislason We are introducing this New Series on Sundays once a month. Everyone welcome! Non-denominational. Hermann’s Church of Jazz once a month!
Saturday Feb. 15  Great American Songbook Trio f. Louise Rose Continuing the theme of Valentine’s Day, Louise Rose and band will be tributing to Romantic Songs from back in the day!
Sunday Feb. 16  Tom Vickery/Al Pease Quartet Back at it again by popular demand!
Sunday Feb. 23 Dixieland Express  Come to hear one of the jazz bands that started Hermann’s Jazz Club rocking on Sunday afternoons all these years ago.

UNIVERSITY OF VICTORIA CAFES – FREE LECTURE SERIES
*Doors at 5pm, Lecture 6pm-7pm  *Registration through Eventbrite.

Feb. 4th – Cafe Historique – Dr Martin Bunton  Explores the strange story of how history & politics combined to create unclaimed territory in the modern Middle East!
Feb. 11th – Cafe Historique – Neil Burford  A chemist’s journey of discovery towards new compounds and materials
Feb. 18th – Cafe Historique – Brent Godau  Next Generation Wound Dressings – Connected Health

PARTICIPATE

Monday Feb. 3th Mini-Concert & Open Trad Music Session: Pierre Schryer’s Fiddle Connections Featuring Special Guest Scottish Fiddler Gavin Duncan  Pierre performs with Gavin Duncan, a 3rd generation Scottish fiddle player from the Highlands, who has played with some of the leading modern players of Scottish Traditional music today! Following a one hour performance of these two artists, acoustic Celtic instrumentalists of all levels & ages are welcome to join in an open trad music session.
Thursday Feb. 6th U-JAM Club Night w. Maureen Washington & John Lee!
Club Nights are held monthly to give singers and instrumentalists, of all experience levels, an opportunity to perform with our house band and learn more about a particular artist, composer or genre. All ages are welcome. Questions? Contact: ujamsevents@gmail.com
Monday Feb. 10th All Together Now Choir – All Together Now sings Dolly Parton’s 9 to 5
NO experience necessary, NO music reading required, all are welcome! Marc will teach the song in harmony – by the end of the night, magic happens! We’ll even record it for posterity. *Registration through Brown Paper Tickets
Wednesday Feb. 12th Student Jam Session *Doors 5:00pm, Jam 5:30pm-7:00pm
We are bringing back the Student Jam that Dave Flello ran for 2 decades. All ages, from any school welcome. Bring your instrument, bring friends, and homework if needed.
The Tom Vickery Trio & Jazz Jam *follows student jam, Show 7:30pm
Join Tom Vickery who has hosted this jam for over thirty seven years!!!  Come on down and jam! 

CANADIAN TALENT – ON TOUR

Friday Feb. 14th Mike Murley w. Harrison Squared w. Shanna Dance Quartet The Shanna Dance Jazz Quartet will be opening for Canadian Renowned  Mike Murley w. Harrison Squared, an incredible high level modern jazz quartet from Toronto featuring  Mike Murley and Steve Wallace. *Registration through Brown Paper Tickets.
Saturday Feb. 15th The VJS Presents Emilie Clare Barlow – SOLD OUT!
Friday Feb. 21st The VJS Presents Samantha Martin and Delta Sugar
Wednesday Feb. 26th Fernanda Cunha Brazil/Reg Schwager Hot Hot Hot! FERNANDA CUNHA is an incredible Brazilian vocalist touring Canada with the living Canadian legend REG SCHWAGER! Reg Schwager has performed with internationally acclaimed artists such as Mel Tormé, Pepper Adams, Hank Jones, Diana Krall, Rob McConnell, Oliver Jones, Dave Young and Don Thompson.  A show not to be missed!

FEBRUARY VALENTINE’S EVENTS

Thursday Feb. 13th The Blue Hearts Come Join Mark Comerford and Hank  Lionhart with the Blue Hearts for Valentine’s Eve! An annual tradition!
Friday Feb. 14th Mike Murley w. Harrison Squared w. Shanna Dance Quartet  Special Valentine’s Day opens with the Shanna Dance Jazz Quartet featuring two high profile couples in the Victoria Music Scene, who will be opening for Canadian Renowned  Mike Murley w. Harrison Squared. Harrison Squared is a modern jazz quartet from Toronto featuring Mike Murley and Steve Wallace.*Registration through Brown Paper Tickets.
Sunday Feb. 16th  An Intimate Evening with Grapefruit Is Impossible    This music is a creative fusion of jazz and hip-hop, funk, and soul. They are a very interactive, engaging band, who’s main focus is to create an atmosphere of inclusivity, positivity, and fun!

 

  FEBRUARY MARDI-GRAS WEEKEND!

Friday Feb. 28th Shanna Dance: Mardi Gras Party    Shanna and Jonnie are back at Hermann’s with a dynamite band for another tribute to the music of New Orleans with a Mardi Gras punch!  *Registration through Eventbrite.
Saturday Feb. 29th  David Vest:  The Soul of Mardi Gras  David Vest has played Mardi Gras celebrations from Florida to Galveston, because Fat Tuesday is celebrated all up and down the Gulf Coast, far beyond New Orleans. Come groove to classic Mardi Gras beats by David and his band, with a spotlight on Professor Longhair, the Bach of Rock.

LOCAL TALENT – WHY VICTORIA DESERVES HERMANNS!

Saturday Feb. 1st The Victoria Americana Festival f. Twin Bandit Annie Lou & Jess Cobb
From the Mississippi Delta to the Mountains of Appalachia, Americana in all its diversity is the breadbasket of modern music. Join Oliver Swain and some of BC’s top Singers, Song-Writers and Instrumentalists to celebrate this vast tradition!
Sunday Feb. 2nd John Lee Trio The Art Of the Trio Series  The beginning of a monthly series from the exciting award winning multi instrumentalist John Lee featuring the vast repertoire from traditional to contemporary eras.
Tuesday Feb. 4th  Passages – Album Release Concert: Gord & Olivier Clements Quintet  “Passages” features intertwining lines and engaging melodies from Gord Clements on tenor saxophone and bass clarinet and his son Olivier on flugelhorn and trumpet.
Wednesday Feb. 5th & 19th  Kelby MacNayr and Friends  TBA   Kelby MacNayr features a rotation of the best jazz musicians on the west coast of Canada.
Saturday Feb. 7th & 8th  Pretzel Logic  The Pretzel Logic Orchestra (nine members) is Canada’s premiere live tribute to Steely Dan! These guys have the chops it takes to interpret the complex and quirky material of the iconic 70’s rock band.
Thursday Feb. 20th Tribute to Nina Simone: Lorraine Nygaard  Do not miss the chance to celebrate Nina Simone’s Birthday with us at Hermann’s!
Saturday Feb. 22nd Pablo Cardenas  This Cuban pianist has the ability to play in a multitude of styles each with enthusiasm, skill and finesse, charisma and charm.
Sunday Feb. 23rd Angela Verbrugge “The Night We Couldn’t Say Good night” Album Release Angela Verbrugge is an incredible singer that has recently moved to Victoria from Vancouver, and is sure to warm your heart!
Monday Feb. 24th Best Coast Big Band Performing all your favorite Big Band Classics!
Tuesday Feb. 25th Andrew Greenwood Tribute to Roy Hargrove’s RH Factor  Andrew Greenwood plays tribute to Roy Hargrove’s band RH Factor with the incredible Miguelito Valdes!
Thursday Feb. 27th The Victoria Django Festival Presents The Hot Club at Hermann’s   The roaring 20’s are back with the best in Romani-French Swing. The Victoria Django Festival is kicking things off with Club Voltaire featuring Adam Dobres, Richard Moody, Oliver Swain, Reuben Weir and Paul Dowd.

Arts on View Society is proud to continue Hermann’s 38 year old tradition of welcoming all ages, whether singles, solos, couples, or family’s. A place for all to come together to experience & share live music! 

January at Hermann’s

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JANUARY AT HERMANN’S

Visit www.hermannsjazz.com for more information on all of these shows All ages welcome, family friendly & wheelchair accessible.
*Doors 5:30pm Show 7:30pm unless otherwise noted. Cash only for admission.

MATINEE SERIES

*Doors 12:30pm, Show 1:30-3:30pm. Children 12 and under free
Sunday Jan. 5 – CANUS Sunday Jan. 19 – Tom Vickery/Al Pease Quartet Saturday Jan. 25th – Great American Songbook Trio Sunday Jan. 26 – Dixieland Express

UNIVERSITY OF VICTORIA CAFES – FREE LECTURE SERIES

Jan. 7th – Cafe Historique – TBA
Jan. 14th – Cafe Scientifique with Dr. Tobias Junginger: How particle accelerators transformed our world and our understanding of it
Jan. 21th – Cafe Scientifique with Dr. Sam Liu: Are smartphones making us unhappy? Doors at 5pm, Lecture 6pm-7pm *Registration through Eventbrite.

PARTICIPATE

Monday Jan. 6th Mini-Concert & Open Trad Music Session: Pierre Schryer’s Fiddle Connections Featuring Adam Dobres Following a one hour performance of these two artists, acoustic celtic instrumentalists of all levels & ages are welcome to join in an open trad music session Wednesday Jan. 8th Student Jam Session *Doors 5:00pm, Jam 5:30pm-7:00pm

We are bringing back the Student Jam that Dave Flello ran for 2 decades. All ages, from any school welcome. Bring your instrument, bring friends, and homework if needed. Wednesday Jan. 8th The Tom Vickery Trio & Jazz Jam *follows student jam, Show 7:30pm
Join Tom Vickery who has hosted this jam for over thirty five years!!!

Thursday Jan. 9th U-JAM Club Night w. Kim Greenwood
Club Nights are held monthly to give singers and instrumentalists, of all experience levels, an opportunity to perform with our house band and learn more about a particular artist, composer or genre. All ages are welcome. Questions? Contact: ujamsevents@gmail.com.

CANADIAN TALENT – ON TOUR

January Funk Series

Thursday Jan. 2nd Evan Crofton f. Ryan Tandy and Damian Graham Evan Crofton tours with Busty and the Bass, a Canadian electro-soul hip hop band from Montreal.
Saturday Jan. 4th Wes Carol Confabulation Album Release Party!
Join the Confabulation for the release of their second studio album ‘Elephant in the Sea’. Friday Jan. 10th Gene Hardy & Kelly Fawcett with the Funky Lowdown

January Jazz Series

Tuesday Jan. 14th Attila Fias Trio
Thursday Jan. 23rd Shades and Hues of Jazz & Blues: Nicholas Bearde w. Cory Weeds Trio Cory Weeds, Vancouver’s leading saxophonist and jazz curator of jazz in brings internationally acclaimed vocalist Nicholas Bearde.

January Folk / Country / Blues Series

Wednesday Jan. 15th David Francey Eleven albums, 3 Juno Awards, one of Canada’s finest folk tunesmiths returns to Victoria. *Registration through Brown Paper Tickets.
Friday Jan. 17th The Fred Eaglesmith Show Starring Tif Ginn Eaglesmith has written, performed and recorded his truth on 21 albums. *Registration through Eventbrite. Saturday Jan. 25th Foghorn Stringband Foghorn Stringband continually and obsessively draws from old-time, bluegrass, classic country, and Cajun music traditions in an ongoing

quest to present a broad span of American historical music with an unparalleled youthful energy, joy, and virtuosity. *Registration through Eventbrite.
Friday Jan. 31st Lester Quitzau & Damian Graham
Soulful acoustic and electric folk, blues and Roots music. With understated mastery and grace, the Juno Award winning musician explores the space between the notes, as much as the notes themselves.

LOCAL TALENT – WHY VICTORIA DESERVES A JAZZ CLUB

(maybe Victoria’s music scene is this amazing because Hermann raised so many musicians)

Friday Jan. 3rd John Lee: Next Generation Jazz Collective. A group consisting of some of the finest young jazz musicians from Vancouver Island, paying homage to some of the greatest music arranged for sextet in jazz history.
Saturday Jan. 11th Kristina Helene & Shanna Dance: Tribute to Eva Cassidy, Carole King & Norah Jones Two talented local songbirds join together to create a magical night of music paying tribute to: Eva Cassidy, Norah Jones, and Carole King. *Registration through Eventbrite.

**Monday Jan. 13th FACADE – Members of the Victoria Symphony return to Hermann’s Do not miss this unique opportunity to hear chamber music, with spoken word in this intimate setting. An evening of 1920’s, jazz-influenced chamber music – the complete Façade Entertainments by Sir William Walton with poetry by Dame Edith Sitwell. Special guests reciters Rebecca Hass and Robert Holliston conducted by Pacific Opera Victoria’s Artistic Director, Timothy Vernon. Also to be performed is the complete music from Bohuslav Martinů’s ballet La Revue de Cuisine and George Auric’s Suite from Malborough s’en va-t-en guerre! *Registration through Eventbrite.

**Thursday Jan. 16th The Yiddish Columbia State Orchestra Led by singer Marion Siegel the band has a big, brassy, swaggering sound they exploit to fullest, with their repertoire of fast danceable music. The band shifts eortlessly from the basic klezmer forms such as freylachs and bulgars to swing and jazz-influenced sounds, with shades of New Orleans style marching bands and even bluegrass thrown in.

Saturday, Jan. 18 David Vest Presents the Mystery of Memphis Slim This five-time winner of the Maple Blues Award for Piano Player of the Year, kicks o 2020 with a rocking good time! So why don’t we know more about Memphis Slim? DCI Vest and his Blue Detective squad will try to crack the case and unravel the mystery.

Tuesday, Jan. 21 Neody HD Quintet Led by Cuban tenor saxophonist Noedy Hechavarria Duharte, performing the music of Jerry Bergonzi and original compositions. Innovative jazz and a solid and breathless performance featuring Pablo Cardenas.
Wednesday, Jan. 22 Kelby MacNayr & Friends Kelby MacNayr features a rotation of the best jazz musicians on the west coast of Canada.

Friday, Jan. 24 Pablo Cardenas plays the Cuban Gershwin Mark this date on your calendar -not to be missed! Pablo Cardenas is a pianist with the ability to play in a multitude of styles each with enthusiasm, skill and finesse, charisma and charm. Thursday, Jan 30 The Ashley Wey Trio: Vol. 2 Double feature Show Back by popular demand after her last sold out show, the Ashley Wey Trio is excited to bring to you the Vol. 2. Set one -Duke Ellington. Set two will feature her most recent original compositions.

January Big Band Performances

MondayJan.20th CommodoresBigBandf.KimGreenwood
Kim Greenwood is back at Hermann’s after her recently sold out show, to front the Commodores Big Band. Come on out for an evening of some of the greatest big band tunes! Something for everyone including swing, latin and contemporary arrangements. MondayJan.28th TheDonLeppardBigBand
Don Leppard big band is back at Hermann’s! This is a full big band playing a variety of big band era music from Duke Ellington to Count Basie to more modern arrangements.

Arts on View is proud to continue Hermann’s 38 year old tradition of welcoming all ages, whether singles, solos, couples, or family’s. A place for all to come together to experience & share live music!

December at Hermann’s

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December At Hermann’s

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Give the gift of music! Gift certificates are available in any denomination from the bar and can be redeemed for both for tickets (w/ advance registration) and in the Club.   

Matinees

All-ages, family friendly, wheelchair accessible – we always are. Matinees make it easy for everyone to enjoy. Doors at 12:30 Shows 1:30 to 3:30  Kids 12 & under free

Sunday Dec 1st  Kristina Helene & Thomas Kinzel   

Saturday Dec 14th Great American Songbook Trio w/Louise Rose  2pm

Sunday Dec 15th Black Stick Dixieland Band w/  – Al Pease

Sunday Dec 22th CanUS & Friends: Special Guest: Donnie Clark

Saturday Nov. 29th Dixieland Express 

Community

Monday Dec 2nd Mini-Concert & Open Trad Music Session: Fiddle Connections Pierre Schryer  w. Guest Trumpeter, Guitarist Patrick Boyle  (7pm, doors at 6pm).

Tuesday Dec 3rd Cafe Historique (6:00pm) Conspiratorial Politics in Tudor and Stuart England – free community lecture- register via eventbrite.

Wednesday Dec 4th STUDENT JAM SESSION (5:30pm)  Bringing back the Student Jam that he ran for 2 decades, Dave Flello  leads this open opportunity for middle and high school students to get a chance to perform and jam with others. All ages, from any school welcome. Bring your instrument, bring friends, and homework if needed. This session is a chance for the next generation to get their feet wet performing and developing their musical gifts! Followed by the Tom Vickery Trio & Jazz Jam at 7:30.

Thursday Dec 12th U-JAM Club Night – 5:00-7:00pm Student Jam & 7:30-10:30pm Instrumental/Vocal Jam UJAM stands for the Universal Jazz Appreciation and Mentorship Society, an impressive, dedicated group of individuals. Come out and support them Monday Dec 9th by attending their fundraising show A Very Basie Christmas: UJAM Repertory Orchestra featuring Joe Coughlin 

More Big Bands:  Tuesday Dec 10th Best Coast Big Band White Christmas Show 8pm 

More Charity: Monday Dec 16th A Miracle on View Street – A Big Band Christmas Charity Show: Island Big Band,100% proceeds go to The Mustard Seed Church & The Salvation Army Sunset Lodge.

 

Season’s Greetings in Many Styles

David Vest describes music and the spirit of this season well…”The closer we come to the longest night of the year, the more we need music that comes from the heart and reaches the soul, whether it’s a boogie-woogie number, a jump blues, a New Orleans spiritual or a holiday classic”. 

Thursday Dec 5th Diane Pancel’s Christmas Show: A celebration of R&B favorites sprinkled with just the right amount of holiday cheer. Diane has worked with David Foster, Nelly Furtado, Leanne Rimes, Matt Dusk and the late Linton Garner. She is also the singing voice of “Vegas” character Yvonne Sanchez.

New Orleans Christmas Show Saturday Dec 7th  traditional jazz with funk and soul influences; New Orlean classics with a festive twist! Featuring Shanna Dance and Jonnie Bridgman; Thomas Kinzel (Keys) Louis Rudner (Bass) Damian Graham (Drums) Dave Flello(Trumpet) Alexander Ferguson (Vocals).

Sunday Dec 8th Guitarras Navideñas From award winning Nuevo Flamenco guitarist Doug Towle a new show and album celebrating the music of the Christmas season Latin style: taking traditional songs of the season and putting a distinctive Spanish twist on them enjoy  – fiery.

Friday Dec. 13th Winter Soulstice: David Vest  David has chosen the songs that mean the most to him at this time of the season. As usual, he looks for the stories behind the songs, so that the people who wrote them can become more real to us, and so we can hear the old favourites in a whole new way. 

Saturday Dec 14th Returning on academic hiatus, The Phatfunks Present: Guitar Band LIVE Reunited for the winter break – Felicity Baker – Vocals; Kalil Bailey – Guitar/Vocals; Owen Chow – Trumpet; Dave Zellinski – Guitar; Low Alamode – Bass, Sascha Enns – Drums. A tight, high-energy blend of Funk, Soul, Jazz Fusion, and RnB, these cats bring the party, and are not the band to miss. 

Sunday Dec 15th Big Hank’s Christmas Blues Show blues, R&B and swing Christmas tunes from the 50’s through the 60’s.

Tuesday Dec 17th. J.D. Rich. With a signature sound that infuses dance-pop music with influences of funk and jazz fusion, songwriter & pianist J.D. Rich performs original music and unique arrangements of popular songs. Beyond his work as J.D. Rich, Jared writes and performs in other genres including jazz, orchestral music, and film scores. His instrumental music has been performed by the Victoria, Vancouver, Toronto and Hollywood Studio Symphony Orchestras. 

Wednesday Dec 18th Hermann’s Jazz Jam:: Tom Vickery Trio The trio performs a set followed by two more where musicians (from students to professionals) join on stage. Always different,always great.

Charlie Brown’s Christmas Special Thursday Dec 19th and Friday Dec 20th.  6pm and 9pm A long-standing tradition at Hermann’s Jazz Club, the trio (Brent Jarvis, Sean Drabbit, John Lee) plays Vince Guaraldi’s entire soundtrack  to accompany the film projected on a makeshift screen. To celebrate we will have a special ham Christmas dinner on our menu. Very popular – four seatings – reserve early.

Saturday Dec 21st and Sunday Dec 22nd Christmas 2019 With: Maureen Washington Jazz and blues & the ​sweet notes in-between​, her styling encompasses the soul of Etta James, Carmen McRae and the modernity of Holly Cole. Two nights – get your tickets soon. 

A Cozy Winter’s Night w. Lorraine Nygaard Monday Dec 23rd Sit back and enjoy the variety of genres delivered in Lorraine’s soulful stylings in contemplation, or choose to step up and enjoy some dancing, Heart-warming musical choices; requests welcome via bookings@lorrainenygaard.com 

Thursday Dec 26th 8th Annual Home for the Holidays Jam -hosted by Kelby MacNayr, Boxing Day!

Friday Dec 27th Pablo Cardenas plays music from Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, Venezuela, and more, an evening for enjoying all the sides of Latin America, romantic and folkloric pieces combined with the unique upbeat Latin rhythms. 

Saturday Dec 28th Attila Fias Trio – Home for the Holidays Show. Pianist, composer, arranger and producer, Fias blends of sounds from across the globe reflecting his rich and varied musical background with influences from Canada, Hungary, Brazil, Cuba and India.

Johnny Payne Sings! Sunday Dec 29th. A post Christmas pre New Years party with lounge lizard, quasi crooner, Johnny Payne and band. Midnight moonlight songs for stardust lovers and fairy tale dreamers. Stream “A Nog and a Snog (In The Mood) here: http://smarturl.it/NogandSnog – swingin!

 

New Years Eve Celebrations – Tuesday Dec 31st 

Hermann’s will be offering 3 incredible entrees specials, and desserts! Reserve early for best seats! Partial proceeds from the sale of these two shows goes to support the Arts On View Society in 2020.

Kelby MacNayr’s Victoria Jazz All-Stars Early New Years Eve Party:                  His best show of the year.   1:00pm show 3:00pm – 6:00pm 

Come swing in the new year with Paul Pigat and the Smoking Jackets – Al Pease, Joey Smith and Damian Graham. A bubbly toast and a rockabilly swingin’ good time.  Doors at 7:30 show at 9pm.

 

 The Arts On View Society wishes to thank you all for your support in 2019, and to wish you and yours the very best in 2020.

 

 

November at Hermann’s Jazz Club

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NOVEMBER AT HERMANN’S

LEARN

Tuesdays –  Cafe Scientifique and Cafe Historique – University Lectures for Everyone

Nov. 6th – The Extraordinary Life and Legacy of Indigenous Rights Activist James Teit

Nov. 12th –  Frank van Veggel: The Rare Earth: Why we can’t live without them 

Nov.19th – Olav Krigolson: Using Mobile Neuroscience Technology to Improve Brain Health 

Doors at 5pm, Lecture 6pm-7pm                                                    Registration through Eventbrite 

Saturday Nov. 16th 4pm-5pm  Workshop/Clinic: Larnell Lewis  

Join Larnell Lewis, Toronto-based musician, composer, producer, and educator, to see how he became one of the most in-demand drummers in Canada and the USA. Perfect for all skill levels.

 

PLAY ALONG

Monday Nov. 4th Mini-Concert & Open Trad Music Session: Pierre Schryer’s Fiddle Connections 

Join master fiddle player and Merrie Klazek (trumpet), Kyran & Tamsyn Klazek-Schryer (fiddle, voice), Will Lynch (button accordion) & Ivonne Hernandez (fiddle). Following a one hour performance  Acoustic Celtic instrumentalists of all levels & ages are welcome to join the “Open Trad Music Session”.

Wednesday Nov. 13th STUDENT JAM SESSION 

We are bringing back the Student Jam that Dave Flello ran for 2 decades. This is a great opportunity for Middle and High School Students to get a chance to perform and jam with others. All ages, from any school welcome. Bring your instrument, bring friends, and homework if needed. This session is a chance for the next generation to get their feet wet performing and developing their musical gifts!

Wednesdays Nov. 13 & 27th The Tom Vickery Trio & Jazz Jam

Join Tom Vickery, jazz leader, who has hosted this jam for over thirty five years with love, passion and fun. 

Thursday Nov. 14th U-JAM Club Night: Brooke Maxwell

Club Nights are held monthly to give singers and instrumentalists, of all experience levels, an opportunity to perform with our house band and learn more about a particular artist, composer or genre. All ages are welcome. Contact ujamsevents@gmail.com . Any questions, just ask 🙂 

Monday Nov. 18th Join in! All Together Now: The Traveling Wilbury’s Handle With Care

All Together Now is a drop-in choir night with Marc Jenkins, director of Victoria’s The Choir and The Chorus. NO experience necessary, NO music reading required, all are welcome.

 

CANADIAN TALENT – ON TOUR

Sunday Nov. 3rd Solo-Duo-Trio: Francois Houle, Ayelet Rose Gottlieb, Michael Winograd 

“a globally-informed emotional panoply” ~New York City Jazz Record

Tuesday Nov. 5th Montreal’s Rising Star: GENTIANE MG Trio

“Through the piano, Gentiane MG transcends emotions and thoughts to plumb the unknown” ~ Peter Hume Ottawa Citizen.  Awarded the Révélation Radio-Canada en jazz 2018-2019 ~ ICI Musique (CBC) 

Thursday Nov. 7th from Toronto: The Harry Bartlett Trio

“an encouraging look into the future of the Canadian jazz scene. Harry is a creative and sophisticated composer already and simply put, plays the guitar at a very high level.”— This I Dig (Chris Fraser)

Saturday Nov. 9th David Gogo Band

“Soaring atop a cyclone of Hammond organ swirls, Texas-style guitar-slinger Dave Gogo is equally at home with both heartfelt ballads and groovin’ blues rockers. Reminiscent at times of Johnny Winter and ZZ Top – only Gogo sings better.”   Adrian Chamberlain – Victoria Times-Colonist

Sunday Nov. 10th Harpdog Brown 

“a gifted vocalist and an imaginative harmonica player who has earned a solid reputation as a real-deal purveyor of classic electric blues reminiscent of the old Chess Records and Sun Records of the late 40’s and early 50’s”. ~ Roots Music Canada

Saturday Nov. 16th  Larnell Lewis

Multiple Grammy winner and 2019 JUNO – Jazz Album of the Year: Solo 

 

LOCAL TALENT – WHY VICTORIA DESERVES A JAZZ CLUB 

(maybe Victoria’s music scene is this amazing because Hermann raised so many musicians)

Let’s start by celebrating David Vest’s Birthday Bash w. special guest Peter Dammann Saturday Nov. 2nd. Happy Birthday David, we fondly wish you all the best for the coming year.

Friday Nov. 1st – Eli West & Oliver Swain will pack the house, read their bio on our website to see why!

Jazz curator is a deserved moniker for Kelby MacNayr, who has been leading creative combinations at Hermanns for 20 years. Kelby MacNayr “& Friends” brings Roy Styffe and Dr. Tony Genge to the stage Wednesday Nov. 6th & Brand New Sounds w trumpet sensation Miguelito Valdes Nov. 20th.

Hip! Hip! for The Hifi on Friday Nov. 8th. We could have listed this as touring talent as we only get this band when “Art Booker” briefly lands home from touring the world. New Orleans Inspired Funk Brouhaha.

Friday Nov. 15th Kim Greenwood “All About That Verse” A multi-faceted performer & teacher who equally loves performing jazz, pop, classical and musical theatre, she has won operatic accolades as well. KimGreenwood.ca shows what dedicated local musicians bring to our community. She’s not to be missed! Joined by Karel Roessingh, Joey Smith, Kelby MacNayr + special guest Roy Styffe on sax and clarinet.

A relative newcomer to our stage, we hope to keep her forever – Mollie Kaye, who has played our stage with The Millie’s brings “Disappointment Guaranteed” an evening of honey-toned, rapier-sharp vocal satire. Jeff Poynter: piano, accordion, sax; Nick Mintenko: bass; Alex Campbell: drums. Tuesday Nov. 19

Thursday  Nov. 21st THE ART OF TRIO: John Lee is a phenomenal multi-instrumentalist. The art of trio explores the dynamics and nuances of a three-part interaction to achieve a creative act which can only be truly witnessed live. 100% worth it. Come see him.

Friday Nov. 22nd & Saturday Nov. 23rd   Paul Pigat and the Smoking Jackets. “Rockabilly and jazz not all that different for Vancouver guitarist Paul Pigat” says CBC. Paul comes to Victoria to pick up his Smoking Jackets – Victoria’s Damian Graham, Al Pease and Joey Smith. 

Thursday Nov. 28 Classic but Playful: Heather Ferguson, Jan Stirling, Joey Smith, Damian Graham  

We are fortunate in Victoria to have an incredible number of top talent musicians from Cuba. Each month pianist Pablo Cárdenas present novel compilations of musicians and repertoire. Friday Nov. 29th Pablo Cárdenas Presents an “Afro-Cuban Portrait”.Laura Deviato: Vocals; Rafael Duvergel: Vocals; Héctor Ramos: Congas; Leon Torres &  Olimpo Ortega: Afro Cuban Percussion; Rob Johnson: Bass.

Count the instruments used to bring the sound of The Beautiful Maladies: The Music of Tom Waits Saturday Nov 30th. Brooke Maxwell – Piano/Pump Organ/Tenor Sax/Percussion/Vocals; Aaron Watson– Guitar/Accordion/Harmonica /Saw/Bass Clarinet/Vocals; Kelly Fawcett – Guitar/ Banjo/Vocals; Matthew Pease – Drums/Percussion/ Assorted power tools/Washbucket and chain; Peter Dowse– Bass. Too Cool.

 

COMMUNITY & GIVING  

Tuesday Nov. 12th Best Coast Big Band featuring the Music Education Assistance Program 8 pm

Sunday Nov. 17th Shoes, Brews & Blues: Fundraiser for Restorative Justice Victoria

Monday Nov. 25 Charity Fundraiser: For The Rainbow Kitchen: The Blue Bosses, Jive Big Band 

Tuesday Nov. 26 Soul Source  By donation to the Living Edge

Wednesday Nov. 15th The Swiftsure Big Band Early Show! 5:45pm

 

MATINEES

All-ages, family friendly, wheelchair accessible – we always are. Matinees make it easy for everyone to enjoy.

Doors at 12:30 Shows 1:30 to 3:30

Sunday Nov. 3rd  Dockside Drive   Sunday Nov. 10th CanUS & Friends    Sunday Nov. 17th Al Pease

Saturday Nov. 23rd The music of Duke Ellington: Great American Songbook Trio, Louise Rose

 

September at Hermann’s Jazz Club

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The Jazz On View Society presents September at Hermann’s Jazz Club!

Still riding high on the enthusiasm of assuming the lease July 15th – the Jazz On View Society looks forward to a fantastic fall. Days get shorter, the evenings cooler and friends return to cozy in for good evenings and great shows.

There is a lot to share this month.

First to note is a shift in our showtimes, shows now begin at 7:30, unless noted, to end a little earlier for those that want a good night’s sleep.

Sunday Brunch Matinee Performances have been added to the roster. Doors at 12:30. Shows 1:30-3:30.

A family friendly event, with good food and toe-tapping music to entertain. Free for children, grand-children and great grand-children.

Cafe Scientifique returns to Tuesday evenings.

Hosted by the University of Victoria the Cafe’s are an informal series of talks, delivered by experts in the field, designed to engage the public in learning about recent research in science and to stimulate discussion around some of the most exciting topics in modern science. Tickets and info at:

https://www.uvic.ca/research/centres/biomedical/events-outreach/cafe-scientifique/index.php

And finally, a much deserved shout out to JoV board member William Stewart, who has been working hard in the wee hours between shows about the Club. We have stage improvements and great new sound system (a number of things that wobble less) thanks to his work. As well, he has updated much of our website.

https://hermannsjazz.com/gallery is a great place to start exploring, showing hundreds of photos and video of the history of Hermanns.

We also have a new Chef, Crystal (Cat) Mattinson. She has also done an unbelievable amount of work this past month (unbelievable!). The View Street Social is now open for food service at 11:30am.

I already said and finally – but – honestly I could thank hundreds of people. Joan Looy, you think your a bother when I’m busy, but I couldn’t have survived August without you. Thank you. People – suppliers, plumbers, electricians, contractors, the City of Victoria, the DVBA and Tourism Victoria, our board and staff, have been wonderful to work with – the amount of enthusiastic, genuine and generous support received is just further testimony of how much Hermann’s is loved.

I am so happy to be back. Thank you.

Nichola

May 21st Update

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Thanks to your generous outpouring of support we have saved Hermann’s Jazz Club!

Arts On View Society (Jazz on View) is now finalizing hundreds of details to begin operating Hermann’s and the View Street Social Club next door, with a five-year lease, and on solid financial ground.

We are working hard to have the five-year lease signed, equipment upgraded, improvements planned, and all operations and licences transferred from the current owners (Hermann Nieweler’s three children) by July 15.

The volunteer board is working with the wonderful staff at Hermann’s to obtain required permits for the Club’s continued operations. Liquor licences alone take eight- to nine-weeks to be approved.

Meanwhile, we are building a budget and plan for improvements.

We remain committed to the big vision of transforming the entire building, including the upstairs, into the community-owned and operated “Arts On View” performing and visual arts centre. We are talking to the estate about the potential for a lease on the rest of the building.

Very importantly, we continue to explore ways to purchase the entire building to ensure long-term success and keep costs low for artists and patrons into the future. $8 million or more is needed for the big vision and an Arts Endowment.

A special thank to all of our donors for your generous financial support.

Those of you who have contributed $1,000 or more will soon receive a separate email outlining details of the Patrons Program and how to enjoy your patron’s tickets. (Which will start after we are the operator of Hermann’s.)

Arts On View is encouraged by the enthusiasm and support we continue to receive from you, the Hermann’s and jazz community.

Thanks to you, Hermann’s Jazz Club remains open – and its future looks bright.

See you at the Club!