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Julia Vyse

MUSIC

Fusing Guilt-free Music

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The Sociopaths, L’Astral

by Julia Vyse
13.10.2009

The best leaders convince you that their work is collaborative and happened naturally, just as it inevitably should have. The Sociopaths is just such a project. Led by jack of all trades – and master of several – Charles Papasoff, The Sociopaths fuse the musical stylings of a classical piano and bass with a rock [...]

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MUSIC

Still With Plenty To Teach

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McCoy Tyner, L’Astral

by Julia Vyse
25.09.2009

Since the early 40s when McCoy Tyner started breaking rules and setting new boundaries for what jazz piano – indeed jazz music – was all about, he’s been a driving force in the music world. Now the venerable pianist returns with yet another of many reinventions, this one accessible to long-time fans and newcomers to [...]

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MUSIC

Anna’s Secret Soon Out

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Anna Webber, Escalier

by Julia Vyse
26.08.2009

One of the very special things about living in Montreal and having such a wealth of local talent to tap when the mood strikes is the fact that often a very special performance will happen at a less known venue with little or no fanfare. The secret show is not only fun for anyone that [...]

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MUSIC

Sinful Attraction Very Tempting

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Tori Amos, Abnormally Attracted to Sin

by Julia Vyse
12.08.2009

Along with the myriad festivals, conventions and long celebrations our city hosts every year come those single, one off events that leave lasting impressions on everyone who attends. One such incredible evening took place last night at Theatre St. Denis with Tori Amos taking to the stage for the fifth time in Montreal.

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EVENTS

Anticipation Fulfilled

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67th World Science Fiction Convention, Palais des congrès

by Julia Vyse
11.08.2009

Anticipation is not only a state of positive tension; a slightly lesser-known use of the word is its description of SF literature in French. As such, this year’s WorldCon being held in Montreal was titled Anticipation to honour not only the nerve-jangling excitement that comes from reading a fascinating piece of innovative literature, but also [...]

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FESTIVAL CITY

Virtuosity Quadrupled

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The Monterey Quartet, PdA

by Julia Vyse
02.07.2009

Part of the appeal of this year’s jazz fest is the sheer star power. The calibre and amount of musicians performing has jazz lovers reeling with delight. Last night’s performance by the Monterey Quartet is a perfect example of how one group becomes more than the sum of its parts. Oftentimes, an all-star group that [...]

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FESTIVAL CITY

Still Room To Innovate

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Montreal International Jazz Fest

by Julia Vyse
30.06.2009

It’s not only Dave Holland and The Bad Plus that are getting people flocking to the Montreal Jazz Fest this year; it’s the surprising amount of jazz being performed. In years past, many stellar artists of blues, salsa, funk and even flamenco were featured prominently on the bills, with some well-known jazz artists performing here [...]

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