Acrpost: A Project of the Pacific Association of Artist Run Centres

Event Description

November 25-27, 8 pm The Western Front, 303 E. 8th Ave. About the Festival Since 1987, Hear it NOW has brought creative, inventive music to Vancouver audiences, showcasing the finest local, national and international players. This year is no exception, with a three-evening lineup including the NOW Orchestra with guest American pianist Marilyn Crispell, the Peggy Lee Band, and granrojo. ================= The 15-piece NOW Orchestra, fresh from a triumphant appearance at the Lisbon Jazz Festival and mention in the most recent DownBeat Critics’ Poll, continues its collaborative tradition. The orchestra has worked with some of the heaviest players and composers on the creative music scene, including Barry Guy, Rene Lussier, George Lewis, Wadada Leo Smith and now, for the third time... more...