lightfoot
Impressions of Lightfoot
video of the show from Nov 1st, 2021 as mentioned below.
Monday November 1st, 2021 @ Nanaimo’s Port Theatre.
Part of the Nanaimo International Jazz Festival’s 4-concert series
Jazz interpretations celebrating Canadian icon Gordon Lightfoot. Featuring Jennifer Scott, Rene Worst, and James McRae.
The Port Theatre Nov 1st date @ 7pm is a double bill with Tasha Adams Quintet on first and our set starting about 835pm.
The musicians for this gig are
Jennifer Scott - vocals
Rene Worst - acoustic bass
TBA- piano
James McRae - drums.
cost is 30$ in person and 15$ livestream.
Here is a direct link to the Port Theatre for buying an 'in person' ticket..
Here is a link to buyng a ticket for the livestream..
Thanks!
'Impressions of LIghtfoot'
"World Class!" Andrew Homzy, 2021
"James McRae's concert last night was fantastic. What exceptional interpretations of Lightfoot songs."
David Addison - music lover, Chemainus B.C.
March 18th
"The performance was outstanding! What a beautiful project
and great representation of Gordon Lightfoot!
Tom White, Victoria B.C.
March 19th
Impressions of Lightfoot
Vancouver Island drummer/arranger James McRae leads three of Canada's most highly regarded
musicians in "Impressions of Lightfoot," a celebration of Gordon Lightfoot's beloved and abiding
contribution to Canadian musical heritage.
In a unique jazz re-envisoning of Lightfoot's iconic songbook, the quartet showcases the
extraordinary voice of Canadian diva Jennifer Scott, arguably one of North America's finest
jazz, blues, and world music artists working today, backed by a highly experienced and sensitive
veteran rhythm section featuring virtuoso pianist/songwriter Miles Black who brings a wealth of
musical experience from every genre, highly regarded west coast bassist Rene Worst and leader
McRae, a versatile and prolific drummer.
Vancouver vocalist Jennifer Scott, specializes in Jazz, Blues and World Music and is considered
one of today’s most important Jazz artists, working in both Canada and the USA. She has
played with Gene Bertoncini, Clark Terry and Kenny Wheeler. “Scott has set herself apart from
the jazz-vocalist pack with mesmerizing renditions of the most unlikely tunes"
Andy Gilbert (Jazz Times): www.jenniferscott.ca
Westcoast bassist Rene Worst is a Canadian treasure. He's a virtuoso and supportive bass
player whose ability on both acoustic and electric is a rarity on today’s music scene.
Rene has played with Chet Baker, David Bowie, Herb Ellis and etc. www.reneworst.com
Vancouver pianist Miles Black is a highly respected career musician who brings an
enormous wealth of musical experience and expertise to most every facet of the music industry.
He's played with Oliver Gannon, Houston Person, Lee Konitz, and Slide Hampton. "Miles is one
of the finest collaborators you could ever hope to have." Mike Allen. www.milesblack.com
James McRae has played with a wide diversity of players from Chris Whiteley to Marc Atkinson
or DOA to Colin James. His passion for music defies easy categorization. He’s lived on the Island
since 1986 and has long been an important part of the Vancouver Island music scene, including
his time in the 1990s with the popular Victoria group Loose and Loose Gypsies. In 2011 he released
Slow Down, an album of original songs with a Brazilian flavour that received praise from across
Canada and internationally. Electronic press kit, bio, and etc of James McRae - here..
"James is an outstanding jazz drummer." Peter Sinclair, Georgia Straight Jazz Society member.
"Have a listen to James’ splendid new jazz CD" Joelle Rabu, Canadian Singer - Songwriter.
Here , here and here are some pictures a few friends Peter Sinclair and Bill Jorgensen took at the GSJS event March 16th 2017.
Great inverview on this project with RIck Gibbs @ islandjazz.ca here - March 1st- 2017
Fantastic interpretations of 'Lightfoot' James! You should be so proud of your accomplishment
and the joy you brought to the audience!
Patricia A. Selman, Music Promoter - Member of Chemainus Valley Cultural Arts Society.
March 20th
"Congrats on an excellent show on Sunday! I loved every moment of it!!
What a talented group of people you are!! You must be very proud.
It was a great success."
Linda Dier, music lover, Choral Music organizer, Nanaimo B.C.
Mar 21st.
Stage plot with short technical rider.