Wild Blue Herons With Horns are returning to Frankie’s Jazz Club, Vancouver’s premiere jazz club … always a great vibe, great food and great live music! They will be performing their groove oriented jazz with a funky/gospel twist (reminiscent of Joe Sample and the Crusaders). WBH will be sharing some of the music they are recording this Fall. The band is: Bill Sample (piano), Darlene Cooper (lead vocals), Miles Foxx Hill (bass), Randall Stoll (drums), Tom Keenlyside (saxes and flute) and subbing for Jim Hopson is Dennis Essen on trombone

Be sure to reserve early as they fill up quickly!

The fabulous and powerful singer, Jane Mortifee, will be returning to the cozy Cornerstone Bistro in North Vancouver accompanied by Bill Sample (piano and background vocals) and Darlene Cooper (background vocals).

This concert is always a sell out so reserve early!

Dinner and live music!

Reservations required: CALL 604-990-3602

Wild Blue Herons are the magnetic husband-and-wife duo of BC Entertainment Hall of Famer, Bill Sample, and Darlene Cooper.  Adding horns to their line up, namely Tom Keenlyside on tenor sax and Jim Hopson on trombone, they will be playing groove-oriented jazz with a funky/gospel twist (Jazz Crusaders, Dr Music) to intimate ballads by the great ladies of jazz, in particular Nancy Wilson.  Rounding out the band will be Miles Foxx Hill on bass and Randall Stoll on drums.  Collectively, this team of musicians has played with everyone from Ray Charles to Celine Dion.

“Pure emotion… a full on listening experience that sizzles deceptively” (Chris Spector, Midwest Record)

“the interplay the two perform and demonstrate is so pronouncedly sensual, beautiful and intimate.” – Ivan Rod, Danish Music Critic

The overall level of the duo’s performances is simply top-notch, resulting in a terrific vocal jazz recording. – Ron Weinstock, Jazz and Blues Report Jan/Feb 2022

“Cooper and Sample have produced a winner with You & I” – Joe Lang, New Jersey Jazz

Wild Blue Herons are excited to return once again to Frankie’s Jazz club - this time with a quintet! They embrace a broad sound from groove oriented jazz with a pop/gospel twist (reminiscent of Joe Sample and Lalah Hathaway) to intimate ballads by the great ladies of jazz.

The band will be:

Bill Sample (piano and vocals) Darlene Cooper (lead vocals) Miles Foxx Hill (bass) Randall Stoll (drums) Tim Porter (guitar).

Enjoy delicious Italian cuisine and great music!

Make your reservations early.

Wild Blue Herons are returning to Toronto Jazz Bistro on Thursday May 11th. They will once again be joined by stellar Toronto musicians: Ted Quinlan (guitar), Pat Collins (bass), and Mark Kelso (drums). This is a dynamite band!

Toronto area friends! Come and enjoy an evening of groove oriented jazz with a pop/gospel twist (reminiscent of Joe Sample and Lalah Hathaway) to intimate ballads by the great ladies of jazz.   They will be playing their arrangements of select standards as well as originals.

Bill’s emotional, playful and meticulous accompaniment added to Darlene’s “rich stunning vocals, where every note is delivered flawlessly” (Tom Haugen, Take Effect ) create a warm and mesmerizing synergy.   

Sharing a particular passion for song stylist, Nancy Wilson, they tug on your heart strings through their beautiful spin and storytelling.  

 “Pure emotion… a full on listening experience that sizzles deceptively” (Chris Spector, Midwest Record)

Bill and Darlene are once again joining Jane Mortifee at the Cornerstone Bistro in North Vancouver. Bill will play key and the two of the will lend their beautiful blend of harmonies and Jane’s powerhouse and heartfelt vocals.

An acclaimed theatre performer, familiar film and television actress, an in demand vocalist and voice-over artist, Jane is like a “Renaissance Woman” of the performing arts. Accompanied once again by the multi award-winning pianist Bill Sample and pitch-perfect vocalist Darlene Cooper, Jane will present her new show created especially for the Corner Stone Bistro audience.

For reservations call: 604-990-3602

Come join us for an evening of delicious Italian food and jazz! Always a fabulous vibe!

Wild Blue Herons are the magnetic husband-and-wife duo of Bill Sample (piano/keys) and Darlene Cooper (vocals).  They embrace a broad sound which runs from groove-oriented jazz with a pop/gospel twist (reminiscent of Joe Sample and Lalah Hathaway) to intimate ballads of the great ladies of jazz.

Bill’s emotional, playful and meticulous accompaniment added to Darlene’s “rich stunning vocals, where every note is delivered flawlessly” (Tom Haugen, Take Effect) creating a warm and mesmerizing synergy. Sharing a particular passion for song stylist, Nancy Wilson, they tug on your heartstrings through their beautiful spin and storytelling.

“Pure emotion…a full-on listening experience that sizzles deceptively” (Chris Spector, Midwest Record).

They are excited to be returning to Frankie’s Jazz Club with Buff Allen (drums) and Miles Hill (bass).

Reservations are highly recommended.

The 7th annual A Night to Inspire Gala, brings together 300 members of BC’s philanthropic community to celebrate the impact of supportive cancer care. This black tie affair features a night of entertainment, inspiration, and giving while treating guests to a gourmet meal and the opportunity to bid on bespoke auction items. The evening will be hosted by emcee Fred Lee and CTV news anchor Mi-Jung Lee, with inspiring performances and patient stories making this a night to remember.`

As we come together, we hope to raise necessary funds to provide essential supportive care services for those living with cancer. Since the onset of the pandemic, demand for our services has surged, doubling the number of annual patient visitations to InspireHealth. Your generosity will provide better health and recovery options for cancer patients in need across British Columbia.

Bill, Darlene and Jane will be performing 2 songs as part this wonderful evening.

Reserve tickets by contacting events@inspirehealth.ca Or online via the button below.

Wild Blue Herons are returning to Frankie’s Jazz Club for a Friday night concert! Great food, great vibes and, of course, great music!

Reservations are highly recommended.

Jane is like “the Renaissance Woman” of the performing arts. She does it all! Jane is an acclaimed theatre performer and a familiar film and television actress. She has always been a ‘first call’ studio singer and voice over artist. Her live performances, as you will hear, are memorable events. Plus Jane has recently published her first novel and is well into writing a second book. We are pleased to welcome back award-winning pianist, Bill Sample, and pitch perfect vocalist, Darlene Cooper who will once again accompany Jane’s show.

For reservations: PHONE: (604) 990-3602 or EMAIL: THECORNERSTONEBISTRO@GMAIL.COM

Wild Blue Herons - Bill Sample and Darlene Cooper - are returning to Frankie’s with their limited edition vinyl in hand! They will be joined by Miles Foxx-Hill (bass) and Buff Allen (drums) playing select standards with their own twist as well as some originals … perhaps something hot off the ‘manuscript’ as they will be returning from a Winter writing retreat! The music is great, the food is great, the vibe is great! Come enjoy a fabulous evening out!

“Superb…this record is a gem” - Citizen Jazz (FR)

“The interplay is so pronouncedly sensual, beautiful, and intimate” - Ivan Rod (DK)

Wild Blue Herons will be back at Frankie’s Jazz Club with Darlene Cooper (vocals), Bill Sample (piano/vocals), Miles Foxx-Hill (bass) and Buff Allen (drums). Enjoy a delicious meal and listen to this groove-oriented jazz group play music from their upcoming jazz standards album, “You & I”, as well as many of their original tunes! Their music is a little bit hip, a bit cool, a bit smoky, and a bit bluesy.

http://www.frankiesjazzclub.ca/

Bring your own beverages & appetizers. Chairs, glassware provided.

Tickets $30 with reservation.

Experience a great atmosphere with hot food & live jazz! Reserve in advance to secure a table.