We hope that all of you are enjoying the summer whether in the garden, paddling pool or cruising the Mediterranean, it’s sure to be a hot one just like our fall band lineup.
Some sad news to report:
Tom Moses a long time member and dedicated supporter of our club passed away suddenly on June 26/24. Tom, a Trad Jazz aficionado, was a club member for over 20 years and he served on the board of the WRTJS as treasurer and in other roles. He and Laura were also instrumental through their relationship with the Pentastic Jazz Festival, in acquiring donated passes from the festival organization which realized significant revenue to our club through our silent auctions.
On a personal note, I will miss the many discussions Tom and I had on our experiences of working, he on ships and me on land, in many countries throughout the world. Our condolences to Laura and their family, he will be greatly missed.
The following is the band line up for our fall program:
Sept. 29 White Rock Rhythm Kings featuring Glen Tremblay and Ben Lockwood Oct. 6 White Rock Rhythm Kings featuring Al Guraliuk and Bill Abbott Oct. 13 NO EVENT - THANKSGIVING Oct. 20 Dave Quinn’s RazzMaJazz Oct. 27 Crescent City Shakers - “Last Hurrah” (Ticketed event)* Nov. 3 Michael Coury’s Fraser Valley Stompers Nov. 10 Scott Robertson’s Swing Patrol Nov. 17 NO EVENT- LEGION’S GREY CUP PRESENTATION Nov. 24 White Rock Rhythm Kings featuring Glen Tremblay and Ben Lockwood Dec. 1 Square Pegs Jazzy Band Dec. 8 TBA Dec. 15 Bonnie Northgraves Quintet
*Ticket sales for the Crescent City Shakers - “Last Hurrah” commence on Sept. 29. Get your tickets early as we expect a sellout!