Sunday, August 21, 2011

Canada: Jazz On The Mountain At Whistler

Jazz On The Mountain At Whistler is Canada’s newest jazz festival taking place Labour Day weekend September 2 to 4, 2011 in the lively pedestrian village of Whistler, British Columbia. Combining top international and Canadian jazz artists performing in a picturesque, intimate and highly interactive setting, Jazz On The Mountain At Whistler offers over thirty free and ticketed shows providing entertainment for everyone and perfectly complementing the end-of-summer vibe in Whistler.

FEATURING

Jazz greats such as Kevin Eubanks, Stanley Jordan, The New Gary Burton Quartet, Oliver Jones Trio, Spyro Gyra and The Rippingtons in the ticketed venues of Whistler Olympic Plaza and Millennium Place.

An impressive roster of well-known as well as up-and-coming Canadian jazz performers and acoustic musicians in a variety of free indoor and outdoor venues.

A Tuition Free Master Class Series for selected students with intimate performances and learning sessions with an internationally drawn faculty.

A Street Festival with children’s entertainment and family fun including acoustic musicians, face-painters, jugglers and acrobats.
Click here to check out the festival details