Following the highly successful first three shows of the new season, this week鈥檚 jazz performance on Thursday Night at The Avalanche Bar & Grill at 7:30 p.m., Sept. 28, features an ensemble of well-known favourite local and regional jazz artists.

This septet is an ensemble of outstanding in-demand musicians from central Vancouver Island. They are teaming up to bring you an evening of familiar standards with a sprinkling throughout of exciting originals composed by Jeff Agopsowicz and by Rob Uffen.

The group鈥檚 Miles Davis tribute theme last year was a well-received debut for the musicians as a group, attracting much attention and many accolades. This year鈥檚 repertoire includes compositions by Charlie Parker, John Coltrane along with other well-known standards as well as some new originals.

The group is composed of a stellar list of musicians: Dave Stewart (group leader on trumpet), Claudio Fantinato (alto saxophone), Dan Craven (tenor saxophone), Jeff Agopsowicz (trombone), Chad Geekie (piano), Wayne Finucan (drums), and Rob Uffen (bass).

Although each is an individually passionate and talented musician, they collectively make up a dynamic combination that only serves to inspire an even higher level of musical excellence. Plan on being there to experience this exceptional musical combination.

The group attracted a large turn-out last season, so plan on getting there a little early if you鈥檙e meeting friends or planning dinner before the show. Admission is $10 for members, $12 for non-members; there is no better value for money venue for fine live music.

For more information about Georgia Straight Jazz Society, and its exciting calendar of events between now and the end of May - visit georgiastaightjazz.com. Our goal is to enable Comox Valley residents the opportunity to affordably expose themselves to fine live jazz music, and to further their knowledge and appreciation of the art of jazz. Dare yourself!