This week, we are very fortunate to have booked legendary Vancouver saxophonist and flautist Tom Keenlyside and his quartet for an evening at the Nexus stage. Tom’s quartet includes Neil Fraser (guitar), Shelby Wahl (guitar) and Jake McIntyre-Paul (bass).

Keenlyside’s musical career has spanned six decades, featuring performances and recordings throughout North America and Europe. His saxophone and flute playing have been featured with a wide variety of groups at many major festivals, including the Newport Jazz Festival, the Montreal International Jazz Festival, and the Montreux Detroit Jazz Festival. He has performed with many of the biggest names in the music business: Diana Krall, Harry Connick Jr., Natalie Cole, Dizzy Gillespie, Mel Torme and Tom Jones. In November 2006, Tom was inducted into the B.C. Entertainment Hall of Fame.

“Tom Keenlyside is one of Canada’s foremost musicians. His musicality transcends categories.” Paul Horn

“Keenlyside has a lush, warm sound, a fleet technique and a complete command of the expressive devices available to the flute.” Cadence Magazine, New York

"The flute is a very difficult instrument to matriculate in the world of jazz... Tom Keenlyside is one of a few to do it successfully." Hubert Laws

“Jazz flutist and saxophonist Tom Keenlyside has seen international success, done sessions for pop stars, and now runs his own label. His passion for his music permeates his performances.” Jim Dupuis-Earshot Magazine

“…a subtle and masterful flutist.” Winnipeg Free Press

“Tom’s work on flute is masterful, inventive and lyrical” TV Week

“Keenlyside is a musician’s musician” Red Robinson

ADMISSION: By donation.
CONCESSION: Coffee, tea and treats are also available by donation.
DOORS: Open at 6:30pm.