Winter Solace 2.0 – Rhian Sanderson

newMUSIC@ASYLUMforART – PJ Fossum P Jacob Fossum will present both composed and improvised music for his electro-acoustic piano. For the past two years he has worked on combining electronic and acoustic elements in the physical space of his native musical playground: the piano. Fusing the two complimentary worlds of electronic […]

LIVE MUSIC Brunch PJ FossumEvery Saturday and Sunday Come on down and listen to some great music and indulge in waffles, eggs Bennie and more! The PJ Fossum Trio, consisting of pianist PJ Fossum (Calgary/Denmark), bassist Finn McConnell (Calgary/Montreal) and drummer John Buck (Calgary/Montreal) has been playing together for the […]

Winter Solace 2.0 – Amici Strings Piano QuintetTatyana Gilson violinJoleene Owens violinElla Tang viola/violinAndrea Case celloHazel Seong, piano Tatyana Gilson is a violinist currently studying with John Lowry at MRU Conservatory. Throughout her years of classical study, she has participated in festivals and performances, plays chamber music at the Amici String Program […]

Godfrey and TodGodfrey & Tod play music that runs the gamut of the old-time repertoire – from the early cowboy songs of Alberta to the ballads of Appalachia; from ragtime mandolin to banjo breakdowns; from well-worn fiddle tunes to the intricate parlor guitar styles of the 19th century. Many of their […]

newMUSIC@ASYLUMforART – Synapsis Trio “Ruminations as the embers glow” – The Synapsis Trio The nature of the music by this trio is based on improvisation following various themes, which can be pre-determined, conversational, intuitive and through-composed. Works will vary in length from less than a minute to infinity. Mark DeJong – winds Mark […]

Bob Erlendson Tribute Concert Hey guys – calling all Bob Erlendson fans – he will be turning 91 and we need to Celebrate!We have planned a tribute concert, the core trio will play two sets with some of Dad’s friends jamming as the night progresses. Piano: Derek StollBass: Jeremy CoatesDrums: Malcolm […]

LIVE MUSIC Brunch! Eggs in the City Comedy Marathon Every Saturday and Sunday Come on down and listen to some great music and indulge in waffles, eggs Bennie and more!

Michael Sarian QuartetBorn on a warm Tuesday morning in Canada, only to be whisked away to Argentina at the age of 1, Michael Sarian is a trumpeter and composer praised for his “unique compositional and instrumental voice… reminiscent of  lyrical contemporaries such as Ralph Alessi, Ambrose Akinmusire or Avishai Cohen…certainly deserving of a large audience and much recognition.” Friedrich […]

newMUSIC@ASYLUMforART – Augustine Yates Piano Trio Canadian pianist Augustine Yates shines as both a composer and performer. His music values improvisation and focuses on interplay within the ensemble. The emphasis on improvisation allows for different types of musical conversation, where musicians may perform a written-out role, improvise together, or improvise on […]

Augustine Yates Piano TrioAugustine Yates shines as both a composer and performer. His music highlights both of these aspects through unconventional song forms that value improvisation in different ways. His compositions focus on the collective interplay of everyone within the ensemble and the listener is taken through a different journey […]

LIVE MUSIC Brunch! Lorna MacLachlanLorna MacLachlan has been writing, arranging, performing and teaching in and around the Calgary area for over 30 years. After completing a graduate degree in Composition and theory she embarked on a career as a composer providing award winning original music for Theatre, Dance and National […]

Redline Quintet feat. Joanna Borromeo (piano) and David Lavoie (Trumpet)Redline Trio brings to life an attitude of a bygone era with a modern perspective. Since 2016, Redline Trio has been featured weekly at Betty Lou’s Library, an award-winning speakeasy in downtown Calgary. They have presented concerts at the National Music […]

newMUSIC Esteban HerreraI arrived in Calgary 5 years ago, in January 2017. These 5 years have revolutionized me in a way I never imagined. I have gone through many emotional, physical and mental challenges, which have given me a new life perspective. Now more than ever, I know that dreams […]

Redline Quintet feat. Joanna Borromeo (piano) and David Lavoie (Trumpet)Redline Trio brings to life an attitude of a bygone era with a modern perspective. Since 2016, Redline Trio has been featured weekly at Betty Lou’s Library, an award-winning speakeasy in downtown Calgary. They have presented concerts at the National Music […]

LIVE MUSIC Brunch TBAEvery Saturday and Sunday Come on down and listen to some great music and indulge in waffles, eggs Bennie and more! The PJ Fossum Trio, consisting of pianist PJ Fossum (Calgary/Denmark), bassist Finn McConnell (Calgary/Montreal) and drummer John Buck (Calgary/Montreal) has been playing together for the past […]

Off the Book improv Comedy – Lord of the Rings Off the Book, Calgary’s newest improv supergroup, presents Lord of the Rings. Dr. Atticus Dewey is going to read the epic fantasy tale, and he’s recruited some of Calgary’s hit young improvisers to help him. The only problem? Dr. Dewey […]

LIVE MUSIC Brunch! Scott ArnoldScott Arnold, RMT (ARMT), Off-Campus Instructor (MRU), Guitarist, Banjoist, Trombonist, Composer, Arranger, Guitar Guru (CBC), Counter-Culture Nomad (CBC), Benevolent Dictator, Author, Photographer, Dog Sledder, self committed member of The Asylum for Art, all ’round nice guy and graw as … (Tracy A Smith) believes that art […]

Sherry Kennedy Sherry Kennedy is a singer, songwriter, recording artist, entertainer who has performed throughout Canada, US and Europe. Her career has covered a multitude of genres from Musical Theatre to Jazz, Blues and Country. Recently she launched the online Channel Sing TV which can be found on The Public […]

LIVE MUSIC Brunch! Jim McLennan “If I was taking up or wanting to add fingerstyle guitar to my techniques I would seek out private lessons from or attend Jim McLennan’s clinic/workshops. He plays that stuff great and has a rep of being a fine teacher .”    Amos Garett   […]

Lynch and Limacher for Lovers Allison Lynch is a Calgary-based actor, sound-designer/composer, musical director and singer. She has appeared on nearly all of Calgary’s major stages, including Vertigo Theatre, where you may have seen her in Sweeney Todd, In the Heat of the Night, or Double Indemnity. Allison was the recipient of […]

LIVE MUSIC Brunch! Scott ArnoldScott Arnold, RMT (ARMT), Off-Campus Instructor (MRU), Guitarist, Banjoist, Trombonist, Composer, Arranger, Guitar Guru (CBC), Counter-Culture Nomad (CBC), Benevolent Dictator, Author, Photographer, Dog Sledder, self committed member of The Asylum for Art, all ’round nice guy and graw as … (Tracy A Smith) believes that art […]

Kirby Sings The Pauls ~ Kirby Sewell, Jerry Proppe and Jeff Meszaros Asylum for the Arts is proud to present, a Valentine’s Day special with Kirby SINGS The Pauls, celebrating the music of Paul McCartney & Paul Simon.  Amber the executive chef at the Asylum will be pairing food with music […]