The Vesuvius Big Band (VBB) has set out to give innovative musicians the room to break new ground and explore different sounds that aren't often found in modern music. VBB is a vehicle for the performers to showcase their new compositions and arrangements that would not otherwise see musical fruition. Celebrating Big Band tradition by pushing the limits of Jazz through new compositions.

In addition to playing original compositions, VBB also reveres music from Jazz greats such as Duke Ellington, Charles Mingus and Thad Jones, as well as modern composers like Maria Schneider and Darcy James Argue.

The Halifax Music Co-op is a fiery non-profit music organization that is determined to make ensemble music accessible to everybody in Halifax. The goals of the HMC are to provide a fun, safe, welcoming environment where musicians of all ages and skill levels can play great music together; to help its members grow, not just as musicians, but as individuals; to ensure that all members have access to quality learning opportunities, regardless of financial situation; and to challenge the conventional definitions of what an ensemble can be through adventurous, collaborative programming.

To register call 902-424-7001 or go to: http://bit.ly/2cIj5Xw