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Calgary Jazz Orchestra A Perfectly Frank Christmas 2011 Review

Another concert review moved over from Suite101.com to here. The Calgary Jazz Orchestra performed big band versions of Christmas classics and Frank Sinatra hits to a full house December 18, 2011 at River Park Church.

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Calgary Jazz Orchestra ENTERTAINMENT 2011 Concert Review

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Nostalgia, fun and music marked the January 30, 2011 jazz concert by the Calgary Jazz Orchestra concert, featuring top pop songs, VG music and movie music. Another concert review brought over from Suite101.com

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Calgary Jazz Orchestra Plays Mingus and Peterson Concert Review

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The Calgary Jazz Orchestra launched its 2010-11 season with The Music of Charles Mingus and Oscar Peterson on September 26, 2010. Originally published on Suite101.com .

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Concert Review: Calgary Jazz Orchestra Plays Brubeck and the Adderley Brothers

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Concert Review: Calgary Jazz Orchestra Plays Brubeck and the Adderley Brothers

Lively music and exciting solos were on the programme at the Calgary Jazz Orchestra's first concert for the 2012/13 season. This concert took place on Sunday, October 21, 2012 at the River Park Church in Calgary, Alberta. The William Aberhart Jazz Ensemble, directed by Kevin Willms took to the stage first, performing three numbers. The first was "Hay Burner" by composer and big band arranger, Sammy Nestico, a mid-tempo number.

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Concert Review: Calgary Jazz Orchestra's "Blues & Our Songs”

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Concert Review: Calgary Jazz Orchestra's "Blues & Our Songs”

Variety, impressive licks and smart big band arrangements were on tap at the Calgary Jazz Orchestra's final concert for the 2011/12 season. This concert took place on Sunday, May 6, 2012 at the River Park Church in Calgary, Alberta.