Shuswap resident and seasoned Jazz Club performer, Gareth Seys, has assembled a brilliant new quintet to bring to the Nexus stage for this week’s show. Gareth, who may by recalled by some for his stellar drumming skills, is excited to be back on trombone for this show.

The group will be playing a mix of music including songs by Dave Holland, Marshall Gilkes, and Chad Makela, as well as originals by Gareth. The music is exciting and testing, even tfor these seasoned players. The band includes Gareth Seys (leader and trombone), Chad Makela (saxophone), Ian Cox (piano), Darko Cuk (bass), Richard Graham (drums).

Gareth honed his skills on trombone at Capilano University and has performed in countless local ensembles on his horn and as a drummer. He was also a founding member of Five Alarm Funk.

Chad obtained a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies from the University of North Texas, and has worked with Randy Brecker, Joe Lovano, Slide Hampton, Peter Erskine, as well as writing and playing with R&B artists Percy Sledge, Jerry Butler and Lloyd Price.

Ian went to Capilano University with Gareth in the early 2000s. He is a supremely expressive pianist who has lent fingers and ears to a diverse number of projects in BC over the last two decades.

Darko Cuk hails from Croatia where he studied classical and jazz bass. After moving to Vancouver in the 90's, he furthered his jazz education at Capilano College and subsequently toured internationally with cover bands and orchestras. After arriving in Kelowna, he soon became a staple in the regional music scene, playing with Okanagan Symphony and a variety of bands around the area.

Richard Graham hails from kamloops and also went to Capilano University. Jazz Club regulars will have appreciated his fine performances in Salmon Arm over the past few years and. As Gareth says, “Stellar drummer”.

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