Tuesday Night Jazz at the Church proudly presents the Victoria Swing All Stars!
Date: Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Time: 7:00–8:30 pm
Location: James Bay United Church, 511 Michigan St.
Admission: by donation ($20 suggested donation, but all are welcome regardless of funds)
A Victoria supergroup featuring trumpeter Daniel Lapp, clarinetist Al Pease, special guest trombonist Brad Shigeta, jazz organist Dr. Tony Genge, and drummer/vocalist Kelby MacNayr.
Join us for a night of swinging jazz, celebrating the music of Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, and more — featuring five of Victoria’s most swinging jazz musicians!
Artist bios:
Trumpeter Daniel Lapp is a much-loved Victoria music hero — a trumpet player, fiddle player, vocalist, educator, and more! A magical musical talent and creative powerhouse, Daniel shares love and joy through his music.
Clarinetist extraordinaire Al Pease has been swinging up a storm on the “liquorice stick” for over 60 years! At the top of his game — from what we can tell — forever, Al just keeps getting better. Inspired by the great swinging sounds of the legendary Benny Goodman, he speaks the language of traditional jazz and swing with a joyful and authentic musical voice.
Trombonist Brad Shigeta lived for 20 years in Manhattan, playing with the Count Basie Orchestra, the legacy band of the Duke Ellington Orchestra, Wynton Marsalis, Eddie “Lockjaw” Davis, and countless others! Now based in Vancouver, Brad joins us as a special guest, playing the trombone like only he can.
Jazz organist Dr. Tony Genge is renowned across the country as one of our most swinging musicians. Equally at home on piano or organ, Dr. Genge brings his melodic swing to the forefront.
Drummer and vocalist Kelby MacNayr is well loved across North America, performing with many of the finest names in jazz. A great lover of swing and the magic of the music, Kelby loves the connection between music and community — and is so happy to be playing this night at Tuesday Night Jazz!
Tuesday Night Jazz at the Church admission by donation (suggested $20)
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