Jodi Proznick Triology

TDAC’s Jazz Series presents Jodi Proznick Triology on Thursday, September 22nd, @ 7:30 in the Muriel Griffiths Room.

Single tickets are $22. Or buy a 6-show Jazz at the Griff Series pass for $107. Passes available only by visiting or calling the box office 250-368-9669.

The Jazz at the Griff series, presented by Trail & District Arts Council, brings you Triology. Enjoy the jazz club vibe of The Griff as you savour a glass of wine in a setting that is up close and personal.

Triology is a supergroup of award-winning Canadian jazz musicians with Jodi Proznick on bass, Miles Black on piano and Bill Coon on guitar. Together they have joined forces to form one of Canada’s finest jazz trios. All three members have won numerous accolades over the years including JUNO nominations, National Jazz Awards, Galaxie Rising Star Awards and Western Canadian Music Awards, and have shared the stage with jazz stars such as Lewis Nash, George Coleman, David Fathead Newman, Ed Thigpen, Clark Terry, Max Roach, and Harry “Sweets” Edison.

Formed in 2008 and fashioned after the great early jazz trios of Nat King Cole and Oscar Peterson, they will be performing wonderful impromptu arrangements of classic standards and original tunes. This is a show you don’t want to miss.

Bill Coon is an amazing and fluid guitarist. Originally from Montreal, Bill has over 25 years professional experience and has worked with many jazz greats, including Jimmy Heath, Eddie Daniels, and Dr. Lonnie Smith.

Jodi Proznick is an award-winning bassist and has become one of Canada’s “top call” artists. Jodi leads her own quartet and is a member of many other amazing jazz ensembles, such as the Tilden Webb Trio and the Oliver Gannon Quartet. Some of the legendary talents she has accompanied: Lewis Nash, George Coleman, David Fathead Newman, Ed Thigpen, Charles McPherson, Mark Murphy and Sheila Jordan.

Miles Black has over 30 years’ experience and is a highly accomplished pianist and composer, who has performed worldwide and recorded extensively. Miles has worked with many jazz greats, including Max Roach, Lew Tabackin, Houston Person and Harry “Sweets” Edison.

Check them out at https://youtu.be/Z1zDjOPUmJ4.

“… when you’ve got a bassist as strong as Proznick, drummers are definitely optional.” ~ Alexander Varty, The Georgia Straight
Learn more at www.jodiproznick.com.

Licensed Event. Seats for all Griff performances are general admission. Groups of 4 can reserve a table by contacting the Box Office in advance. Seats for Andrea Superstein’s performance in The Bailey Theatre are assigned seating. Single tickets for Jazz at the Griff shows can be purchased online at tickets.trail-arts.com or by phone at 250-368-9669, and in person at the Bailey Box Office at 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail. Jazz at The Griff Series Passes can ONLY be purchased by visiting or phone our box office 250-368-9669.

On-line ticket sales end 3 hours before show time (4:30 pm). When available, tickets can be purchased at the door.

Other shows in the Jazz at The Griff series include:

FRACTAL JAZZ -Thursday, November 17 at7:30 pm inThe Griff – Fractal Jazz is a Kootenay-based instrumental jazz group playing standards, ballads, cookin’ bebop tunes and original compositions. With influences spanning multiple jazz styles, the band guarantees a unique musical experience with every performance. The band includes Daralyn Fox (trumpet), Mike Rud (guitar), Doug Stephenson (bass), and Steven Parish (drums).

RICK LINGARD QUARTET- Thursday, January 12 at 7:30 pm in The Griff – The Rick Lingard Quartet features Rick Lingard as lead vocalist and saxophonist, Juno award-winner Mike Rud on guitar, Tony Ferraro on drums, and Doug Stephenson on bass. The band’s members have played with great artists both locally and internationally.

LAURA LANDSBERG QUINTET – Thursday, February 9 at 7:30 pm in The Griff – “Come Fly with Me” as Laura and her group of world-class musicians offer up an evening of music from the great American songbook to re-imagined versions of contemporary songs, focusing on destinations worldwide. Laura’s vocal versatility will be supported by David Restivo on piano, Paul Landsberg on guitar, Rob Fahie on bass, and Steven Parish on drums.

MELODY DIACHUN QUARTET – Thursday, March 16 at 7:30 pm in The Griff – Melody Diachun is a JUNO and National Jazz Award nominated vocalist and songwriter with her own sound, style, and approach to creating new music. Joining her in The Melody Diachun Quartet are award-winning pianist and composer David Restivo, guitarist, bassist, songwriter, and producer Doug Stephenson, and celebrated drummer Tony Ferraro.

ANDREA SUPERSTEIN: OH MOTHER – Thursday, May 18 at 7:30 pm in The Bailey Theatre – Andrea Superstein’s new show, OH MOTHER, is a multimedia tour de force inspired by real life stories of motherhood. Andrea’s powerful vocals are accompanied by breathtaking videos with heartfelt imagery.

The Jazz at the Griff series is made possible thanks to funding from McEwan Law, BC Arts Council, BC Touring Council, the Government of Canada, and Tourism South Kootenay. We also gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia.

COVID Protocols– Show dates, times and conditions may be subject to change as mandated by Provincial Health Orders and subject to the COVID climate. At this time, masks are recommended but not required. We are not required to ask for proof of vaccination and shows can operate at 100% capacity. Patrons will be notified by email of any changes in our COVID protocols.