Tuesday Night Jazz at the Church presents Kelby MacNayr’s Blue Note Repertory All-Stars, swinging the classic sounds of jazz!
Date: Tuesday, December 30, 2025
Time: 7:00 pm (Doors open at 6:30 pm)
Location: James Bay United Church, 511 Michigan St.
Admission: by donation ($20 suggested donation, but all are welcome)
Featuring five of the West Coast’s finest jazz musicians celebrating the classic sound and feel of the Blue Note era, with music by Cannonball Adderley, Horace Silver, Duke Pearson, Art Blakey, and more.
Kelby MacNayr’s Blue Note Repertory All-Stars brings together an exceptional lineup including Cuban trumpet sensation Miguelito Valdes, lyrical saxophonist Roy Styffe, pianist Tony Genge, bassist Peter Dowse, and the explosive drumming of bandleader Kelby MacNayr.
This concert celebrates not only the compositional genius and aesthetic of the time, but also honours the true spirit and essence of jazz — authenticity of creative spirit, innovation, and collective experience. It brings together a wealth of musical materials, histories, and musical personalities in one unforgettable evening.
Cuban trumpet virtuoso Miguelito Valdes came to international fame touring with the Buena Vista Social Club and the Afro-Cuban All-Stars. As a jazz musician, Miguelito has shared the stage with artists such as Herbie Hancock, Danilo Pérez, Brian Blade, Wayne Shorter, and many more.
Roy Styffe has been at the forefront of Canadian jazz saxophone for over 30 years — a lyrical improviser whose style blends the melodicism of Paul Desmond, the playfulness of Cannonball Adderley, and the depth of John Coltrane.
Pianist Dr. Tony Genge has been a mainstay of the Canadian jazz scene for decades, teaching, performing, and composing at the highest level with artists including Roberta Gambarini, Jeff Hamilton, Russ Botten, and Neil Swainson.
Left-handed electric bassist Peter Dowse brings his deep sense of groove and collaboration to the forefront in this dynamic rhythm section and long-standing musical partnership.
Drummer Kelby MacNayr has performed across North America with artists such as George Colligan, Louise Rose, John Clayton, Ian McDougall, and more. A celebrated drummer in all styles and a highly regarded composer and bandleader, MacNayr treasures most the connection of spirit and energy between performers and audience.
Tuesday Night Jazz at the Church admission by donation (suggested $20)
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