The Cliff Bungalow – Mission
Jazz Series Presents Jazz under the Cliff with Rick Climans Quartet
Wednesday, May 6, 8:00 pm
Cliff Bungalow – Mission
Community Centre
Cover: $25 (Seniors, Students and
CBMCA Members $20) *Note change
Ticket sales start around 7:00
pm; music starts at 8:00 pm.
No reservations taken; rush
seating only.
We recommend you come early,
enjoy a beverage, and get a good seat.
The band, based in Calgary, has
been performing their brand of cool, funky jazz across Alberta for the past 20
years.
Blues and Latin elements are
strong components of the group’s sound, as they take jazz standards and perform
them with their own unique twist!
Recent performances include the
Canadian Jazz Festival, Calgary Jazz YYC Festival, Alvin’s Jazz Club, National
Music Centre, Arts Commons, and numerous corporate events…
The Players Are
Rick Climans on saxes.
Rick is a life-long saxophonist and teaching artist who has been leading this
band from day one. Among others, he studied jazz improvisation with
world-renowned saxophonist Pat LaBarbera in Toronto. Rick has performed across
North America, including New Orleans, San Francisco, Santa Barbara, Phoenix,
and Toronto.
Morgan McKee on
keyboards. Morgan has a strong musical pedigree having graduated from the
iconic Berklee College of Music in Boston and has performed across the United
States. Morgan has also produced and played on numerous albums in several
categories, along with musical direction of various theatre productions over
the years.
Stefano Valdo on bass.
After musical education in his native Italy, Stefano moved to California, first
studying at the Grove School of Music, then at California State University at
Long Beach, while immersing himself in the Los Angeles performing scene. After
moving to Calgary in 2006, Stefano has been an active player and instructor.
Robin Tufts on drums.
Robin is one of the most sought-after drummers in Calgary. His musical approach
to percussion and his versatility lends itself to any style of music,
especially jazz. Robin performs with a huge array of performers and dance
companies, including the University of Calgary. Robin has also played on
numerous albums for an eclectic mix of artists.
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