It's time to make your reservations for our New Year's Eve party!!
819 827-5300
DON'T MISS NEW YEAR'S EVE AT THE PUB!
Friday, December 31
Eve of the year with the group Pardon My French, 21 h30
They are 4, an accordionist, a bassist, a guy on guitar and fiddler.
They are funny, saucy and rather known for their enthusiasm.
They will make you laugh, make you dance or tap your foot.
Reserve at 819-827-5300 --- entry cost $ 20
Thursday, December 16 - 7 to 10 p.m.
Anouk-Michelle Grégoire
with guitarist Pierre Monfils
Jazz, Latin, Folk and originals
Upon general request, for a fourth time at the Pub, our new discovery, singer/percussionnist Anouk-Michelle Grégoire and guitarist Pierre Monfils. This friendly duo creates music with sensitivity, warmth and humour. Through rich, colourful and soulful interpretations of Jazz classics, Latin standards, folk favourites and original pieces they have discovered the joy of musical friendship.
Come and discover Anouk-Michelle's contagious smile and lovely voice, well supported by Pierre's fine playing!
www.myspace.com/anoukmichellegregoire
Thursday, December 9 - 7 to 10 p.m.
Phil Motion / Marc Decho Duo
Funk, Blues, Soul, Motown
Vocals/guitar and Bass
Next week you will see a duo featuring guitarist/singer Phil Motion and bassist Marc Decho. It's Phil's first visit at the Pub while Marc, on bass, is a friendly regular of the place.
They both are accomplished musicians (Phil just received a grand from Canada Art Council and Marc is very in demand from Latin, Funk, Flamenco bands as well as others). They will play classic funk, blues, soul, and motown.
A promising and lively evening!
http://www.philmotion.ca/
http://www.myspace.com/marcdecho
NEXT WEEK:
Vocalist Anouk-Michelle Grégoire with guitarist Pierre Monfils
Jazz, Latin and originals
Thursday, December 2 - 7 to 10 p.m.
Nic Carey tTrio
Blues, Soul, R&B... and fun!
Piano, vocals and drums
Back to the Chelsea Pub next week, the Nic Carey Trio recently rebaptised "KG and the Shuffle Brothers". This entertaining trio has planned for an evening of soul, folk, funk... and fun!! Besides the entertaining pianist Nic Carey, the band features Kevin Gillespie on vocals and Pat McCann on drums. They have a vast experience in all styles and are well known to create a festive ambiance. Come and celebrate with us and have fun at the Pub!
Thursday, November 25 - 7 to 10 p.m.
The WitShifters
with Steve Groves
Blues, jazz, Latin, originals
At the pub on November 25, The WitShifters featuring guitarist/singer Steve Groves and Vitus Paukstaitis on bass. Since their their motto is "Everyone needs a shift of wit at least once a day", it should be an entertaining evening!
The leader of the band, Steve Groves, is a master on fingerstyle picking. His music is pretty smooth and quite energetic. With his talented collegue, he’ll be doing a handful of original compositions and a diverse set of Bossa Novas, uptempo swing, sweet ballads, raunchy blues, some vocals, and some solo guitar fingerstyle pickin'.
You will like his velvety voice and you will be seduced by his rendition of jazz standards. Come and enjoy!
For more information about Steve Groves, visit his website at www.stevegroves.ca
Thursday, November 18 - 7 to 10 p.m.
Steve Berndt Duo
Vocals/trombone and pianO
Jazz
The Chelsea Pub is glad to welcome again talented singer-trombonist Steve Berndt with his excellent pianist.
Steve is one of the most accomplished musician in the area. Leader of "The Jivewires" who got rave comments about their performance at the Chelsea Pub Blues-folk Festival last July, he also leads his own jazz bands, and he is a member of the best big bands in the area. To name a few: "Impressions in Jazz Orchestra" and the new "Straight Ahead" who was very popular at the Ottawa Jazz Festival this year. He also recorded several albums.
Steve and his pianist will warmly jazz up the interior with their talented presence!
More about him on his website at www.steveberndtjazz.com .
DON'T MISS NEW YEAR'S EVE AT THE PUB!
Friday, December 31
Eve of the year with the group Pardon My French, 21 h
They are 4, an accordionist, a bassist, a guy on guitar and fiddler.
They are funny, saucy and rather known for their enthusiasm.
They will make you laugh, make you dance or tap your foot.
Reserve at 819-827-5300 --- entry cost $ 20
This Saturday, November 13 at 9:30 p.m. !!!
TRACTEUR JACK
Come and see our barman during the days and percussionnist in the evenings Thierry Faucher, member of Tracteur Jack, on Saturday, November 13 at 9:30 p.m. Tickets are for sale at the Chelsea Pub at the price of $ 15 including the appetizer and a drink! You can also buy a ticket with Thierry Faucher or Rafaëlle Devine at l'UQO!
Be there for a very exciting evening!!!
Friday, December 31
Eve of the year with the group Pardon My French, 21 h
They are 4, an accordionist, a bassist, a guy on guitar and fiddler.
They are funny, saucy and rather known for their enthusiasm.
They will make you laugh, make you dance or tap your foot.
Reserve at 819-827-5300 --- entry cost $ 20
Thursday, November 11 - 7 to 10 p.m.
La Florquestra Brazil Duo
Vocals/percussions and guitar
Brazilian music and jazz
Back at the pub is the very popular duo La Florquestra Brazil with Regina Teixeira (vocals, percussion) and Leonard Constant (guitar, vocals).
Between the tropical breeze of the bossa nova's harmonic refinement and the contagious rhythms of samba, this duo will bring you where atmosphere is flavoured with music and beaches dress every evening with a beautiful sunset. Don't miss this nice evening in a Brazilian atmosphere!
http://www.myspace.com/brazilianvibesmusic
NEXT WEEK:
Steve Berndt Duo
Jazz
Thursday, November 4 - 7 to 10 p.m.
Elise Letourneau Duo
with guitarist Tim Bedner
Jazz, funk, blues and other styles
For the first time at the Chelsea Pub, jazz vocalist-flutist-pianist Elise Letourneau with guitarist Tim Bedner. These two musicians have a great reputation. Very talented, they both undergraduated from the prestigious Berklee College of Music in Boston and each has a Master degree in music performance. Their bio is worth reading! Elise has a rich and versatile voice and she's a great improvisor. Tim, well known for his very fine playing and his unique guitar style, is one of the most sought after guitarist in the area. Together, they will offer you their very unique interpretations of jazz standards and they will also add some of their favorite songs from the funk and blues repertoire.
An evening not to be missed for the ones who love quality and fine jazz!
For more information about Elise and Tim visit:
www.eliseletourneau.com
www.timbedner.com
www.musicbytimandelise.com
NEXT WEEK:
Duo La Florquestra Brazil
Brazilian music and jazz
Thursday, October 28 - 7 to 10 p.m.
Anouk-Michelle Grégoire Duo
with guitarist Pierre Monfils
Jazz, folk, Latin, originals
For the second time at the Pub, singer/percussionnist Anouk-Michelle Grégoire and guitarist Pierre Monfils. This friendly duo creates music with sensitivity, warmth and humour. Through rich, colourful and soulful interpretations of Jazz classics, Latin standards, folk favourites and original pieces they have discovered the joy of musical friendship.
Come and discover Anouk-Michelle's contagious smile and lovely voice, well supported with Pierre's fine playing.
www.myspace.com/anoukmichellegregoire
NEXT WEEK:
Elise Letourneau Duo with guitarist Tim Bedner
Jazz and other styles
Thursday, October 21
7 to 10 p.m.
Caridad Cruz Duo
with Cesar Ricardo
Cuban music
Next week at the pub: Cuban vocalist Caridad Cruz with Cuban signer/guitarist César Ricardo. Caridad is a real entertainer and a crowd pleaser. With her powerful voice and her outgoing personnality, she knows how to make people want to dance. She might even be able to make you sing with her a traditional Cuban song, like Tito Puente's Oye Como Va, or a standard from her famous relative Celia Cruz, the late, great, "Queen of Salsa".
If you want to heat your evening up with spicy Latin tunes, the Chelsea Pub is the place to be!
Read about Caridad Cruz at www.caridadcruz.com
Thursday, October 14
7 to 10 p.m.
Marc Decho / Evandro Gracelli
Vocals/guitar and bass
Brazilian, jazz, pop, soul, reggae, fusion
Join bassist Marc Decho and, from São Paulo-Brazil, guitarist/singer & composer Evandro Gracelli for an evening of acoustic and electric music ranging from brazilian, jazz, soul, pop, reggae, fusion and much more.
An eclectic duo not too be missed!
http://www.myspace.com/evandrogracelli
http://www.myspace.com/marcdecho
NEXT WEEK (October 21):
Caridad Cruz with César Ricardo
Cuban music
Thursday, October 7 from 7 to 10 p.m.
Dan Livingstone Duo
Blues
Fingerstyle blues guitarist Dan Livingstone has been receiving acclaim from musicians and audiences alike as an exceptional guitar player and an engaging performer. Whether playing rags, blues or spirituals, his expressive style marks him as a performer with “big ears” and a passion for the authentic.
It has been said about him: "This prodigy on the guitar proved himself to be friendly and generous with an audience astonished by his virtuosity. Dan Livingstone interprets the blues from the years between 1920 and 1940; he succeeds in combining commentary, humour, music and charm."
An evening not to be missed!!
To know more about him, visit his website at www.danlivingstone.com
NEXT WEEK
Marc Decho/Evandro Grazelli
Brazilian, jazz, soul, pop, reggae, fusion
Thursday, September 30, 7 to 10 p.m.
Angele Desbois Trio
Jazz and other styles
This week, the Pub has invited for the first time vocalist Angele Desbois and her musicians, Gregory P. Stone on guitar and Peter MacGibbon on bass . Angele has a long experience in jazz performance and will sing with pleasure her favorite standards with her velvety voice. She will also add songs from a variety of styles.
For more information about Angele, visit http://www.myspace.com/angeledesbois
Saturday, Otcobre 2, 9pm
Les Malpris
These six musician have only one goal : have fun on stage. Les Malpris interpret songs made famous by bands such as U2, Coldplay, Pearl Jam, Weezer and many others. The band is formed of Pierre Vachon (guitar and vocals), Denis Bouchard (percussions), Sébastien Bouchard (guitar), Jean-Denis Bujold-Scott (piano), Mario Boulianne (bass) and Anik Mineault (vocals).
Les Malpris invites everybody to their party which is sure to please all crowds.
NEXT WEEK:
Dan Livingstone Duo
Thursday, Sept. 23 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Elyssa Mahoney & Lucas Haneman
Vocals and guitar
Blues, jazz & pop-rock
Back at the Chelsea Pub, a talented young duo featuring singer Elyssa Mahoney and guitarist Lucas Haneman. Even if they're still very young, they already have two albums and hundreds of shows behind them and are both award winning performers.
Don't miss these young up and coming artists who form a unique duo with Elyssa's powerful and expressive voice and Lucas' creative and inspired playing.
www.elyssamahoney.com
www.lucashaneman.com
NEXT WEEK:
Angele Desbois Trio
Thursday, September 16
6 to 9 p.m.
Anouk-Michelle Grégoire Duo
Jazz, Latin, Folk, originals
with special guest Roch Tassé, percussion
This week at the Pub: Anouk-Michelle Grégoire and Pierre Monfils, create music with sensitivity, warmth and humour. Through rich, colourful and soulful interpretations of Jazz classics, Latin standards, folk favourites and original pieces they have discovered the joy of musical friendship. They are accompanied this week by percussionist and friend, Roch Tassé.
www.myspace.com/anoukmichellegregoire
NEXT WEEK:
Elyssa Mahoney and Lucas Haneman
Blues, jazz, pop-rock
Thursday, September 9
6 to 9 p.m.
Nic Carey Trio
Blues, R&B and Soul
Back to the Chelsea Pub, the entertaining Nic Carey Trio with Nic Cary on piano, Kevin Gillespie on vocals and Pat McCann on drums. Nobody can resist Nic's candid irreverence nor Kevin's versatile voice or Pat's energic rhythms.
Come and celebrate the beginning of Fall's activities at the Pub!
NEXT WEEK:
Anouk-Michelle Grégoire Duo
with guitarist Pierre Monfil
Jazz
Thursday, September 2 at 6 p.m.
Les Vigoureux Cacochymes
The "best of" Les Vigoureux Cacochymes
Like the three musketeers, they are four. They will sing Brassens, Brel, Bécaud or Nougaro and Gainsbourg, all French famous singers-songwriters-poets from the 50's and 60's. Their vast repertoire allows them to offer a variety of your favorite French songs while their great sense of humor make them quite irresistible. They have developed their very own interpretations of songs and give each one a different color: folk, jazz, country, etc.
Maurice Boyer, Paul Parent, Jean-Pierre Picard and Gilbert Troutet will offer you the "best of" their repertoire.
An evening not to be missed!
NEXT WEEK:
Anouk-Michelle Grégoire Duo (with guitarist Pierre Monfils)
Jazz
Thursday, August 26
Steve Berndt Trio
Jazz
The Chelsea Pub is glad to welcome again talented singer-trombonist Steve Berndt with his excellent musicians. Weather permitted, they will play on the Pub's charming terrace, otherwise they will warmly jazz up the interior with their talented presence!
It's always a pleasure to have these great musicians at the Pub!
www.steveberndtjazz.com
NEXT WEEK:
Les Vigoureux Cacochymes
Thursday, August 19, 6 to 9 p.m.
Medicine Chest
Tribute to Tom Waits
Free
Here is a great occasion to hear the music of one of the greatest singer song writer, Tom Waits. Medicine Chest will play some of the best songs written by this amazing artist.
NEXT WEEK:
Steve Berndt Trio
Thursday, August 12, 6 to 9 p.m.
Elyssa Mahoney
& Lucas Haneman Duo
Blues, jazz, pop-rock
Back at the Chelsea Pub, a talented young duo featuring singer Elyssa Mahoney and guitarist Lucas Haneman. Even if they're still very young, they already have two albums and hundreds of shows behind them and are both award winning performers.
Don't miss these young up and coming artists who form a unique duo with Elyssa's powerful and expressive voice and Lucas' creative and inspired playing.
www.elyssamahoney.com
www.lucashaneman.com
NEXT WEEK
Medicine Chest: The music of Tom Waits
Thursday, August 5
Renée Yoxon Trio
Jazz standards
This week at the pub: Renée Yoxon, a young vocalist who is becoming one of the most south after voices in the area. No doubt that you will love her outgoing presence and lovely voice.
With guitarist Rob Martin and bassist Mark Fraser, she will sing her favorite jazz standards and might wander in other styles.
For more information about Renée, visit www.reneeyoxon.com
NEXT ARTISTS:
August 12: Elyssa Mahoney and Lucas Haneman
August 19: MEDICINE CHEST - The music of Tom Waits
August 26: Steve Berndt Trio
Thursday, July 29 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Nicole Ratté Trio
Jazz, funk
Chelsea Pub has invited Nicole Ratté Trio to entertain you with some eclectic jazz. From Cole Porter to Chick Corea and from Antonio Carlos Jobim to some great French repertoire, Nicole and her talented musicians will no doubt bring happy moments into your evening.
For more information about Nicole Ratté : www.nicoleratte.com
Thursday, July 22 at 6 p.m.
Véronique Turcotte Trio
Violin, guitar and bass
Jazz
This duo really is something special! Vocalist Véronique Turcotte is also an excellent violinist who plays in the Gatineau Symphonic Orchestra. Parallel to her classical performances, she has been playing jazz since many years with several musicians in the area.
Next Thursday, she will play and sing jazz standards with talented guitarist Rene Gely and bassist Daniel Bériault and she has prepared special arrangements for the occasion. A captivating sound, that's what you will hear next week. Be there for an enjoyable evening!
For more information, visit Véronique's website at www.veroniqueturcotte.com.
Next week: Nicole Ratté Jazz Trio
The Chelsea Jazz Festival was a success!!
NEXT: Don't miss the
With:
July 8: Ian Kelly www.iankellysmusic.com SOLD OUT
Singer-songwriter Ian Kelly calls Montreal home. With his second album, Speak Your Mind - which earned him rave reviews and 2 ADISQ nominations - Kelly confirmed his innate sense of melody. With his unique voice and refined arrangements, Kelly brings new colours to folk.
July 9: The Jivewires (7 musicians) www.jivewires.com
The Jivewires, a horn intensive seven piece band from Ottawa, play what lead singer and trombonist Steve Berndt calls "jump blues" -a unique mix of rock 'n' roll, rhythm & blues, jazz and blues. The music has the brassy energy of a Benny Goodman like big swing, but it's more eclectic and performed by a smaller group of musicians. These talented and fun guys will no doubt be in their usual explosive shape. Be careful, it's gonna swing!!
July 10: JW-Jones Trio http://www.jw-jones.com/
one of this country's top blues guitar stars" writes the Globe and Mail about 29-year old, JW-Jones. He has one of the most energetic and exciting live shows on the scene. It is no surprise that he has played throughout the world. Canada's Top Touring Blues Act, Jones and his band are born entertainers, and with their unique sound, they will certainly set the ambiance at "hot" at the Chelsea Pub!
July 11: Kevin Parent SOLD OUT
July 12: Kevin Parent SOLD OUT
Limited seats so call for reservations in advance at 819 827-5300 (between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.)
Thursday, June 10 at 6
Florquestra Brazil Trio
Brazilian music & jazz
Back at the pub is the very popular trio La Florquestra Brazil with Regina Teixeira (vocals, percussion), Leonard Constant (guitar, vocals) and Silvio Modolo (piano, bass, cavaquinho, backing vocals).
Between the tropical breeze of the bossa nova's harmonic refinement and the contagious rhythms of samba, this trio will bring you where atmosphere is flavoured with music and beaches dress every evening with a beautiful sunset. Weather permitting, they will play on the charming terrace. Come and relax in this very nice environment!
http://www.myspace.com/brazilianvibesmusic
DON'T MISS, on the charming terrace...
Chelsea Jazz Festival on June 25, 26 and 27 at 8 p.m. with :
June 25 : Nicole Ratté Jazz Quintet
June 26 : Groovus Maximus - Latin jazz (7 musicians)
June 27 : Servantes - Flamenco (5 musicians)
Blues-folk Festival on July 8, 9, 10 and 11 at 8 p.m. with:
July 8: Ian Kelly
July 9: The Jivewires (8 musicians)
July 10: JW-Jones Trio
July 11: Kevin Parent SOLD OUT
July 12: Kevin Parent 2nd show added
Limited seats so call for reservations in advance at 819 827-5300
Thursday, June 3rd, from 6 to 9 p.m.
Renée Yoxon Trio
Jazz Standards
The Pub has invited for the second time a young vocalist who is becoming one of the most south after voices in the area: Renée Yoxon. No doubt that you will love her outgoing presence and lovely voice. With guitarist Rob Martin and bassist Mark Fraser, she will sing her favorite jazz standards and might wander in other styles.
For more information about Renée, visit www.reneeyoxon.com
DON'T MISS, on the charming terrace...
Chelsea Jazz Festival on June 25, 26 and 27 at 8 p.m. with :
June 25 : Nicole Ratté Jazz Quintet
June 26 : Groovus Maximus - Latin jazz (7 musicians)
June 27 : Servantes - Flamenco (5 musicians)
Blues-folk Festival on July 8, 9, 10 and 11 at 8 p.m. with:
July 8: Ian Kelly
July 9: The Jivewires (8 musicians)
July 10: JW-Jones Trio
July 11: Kevin Parent
$ 12 - Limited seats so call for reservations in advance at 819 827-5300
Thursday, May 27 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Steve Groves Trio
Jazz Standards
Featuring Steve Groves on guitar and vocals, Vitus Paukstaitis on bass and Daniel Ko on saxophone, this trio will play a mix of jazz, blues, bossa nova and originals.
Excellent guitarist, Steve Groves is a master on fingerstyle picking. His music is pretty smooth and quite energetic. With his talented musicians, he’ll be doing a handful of original compositions and a diverse set of Bossa Novas, uptempo swing, sweet ballads, raunchy blues, some vocals, and some solo guitar fingerstyle pickin'.
You will like his velvety voice and you will be seduced by his rendition of jazz standards. Come and enjoy!
For more information about Steve Groves, visit his website at www.stevegroves.ca.
Sunday, May 23 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Elyssa Mahoney & Lucas Haneman Duo
Blues, jazz, pop-rock
Don't miss this always very popular duo featuring two young award-winning artists: singer Elyssa Mahoney and guitarist Lucas Haneman! Exceptionnally on Sunday this week!
Thursday, May 13 at 6 p.m.
Steve Berndt Trio
Jazz standards
The Chelsea Pub is glad to welcome again talented singer-trombonist Steve Berndt with his excellent musicians : John Steele on piano and Alex Masternardi on bass. Weather permitted, they will play on the Pub's charming terrace, otherwise they will warmly jazz up the interior with their talented presence!
It's always a pleasure to have these great musicians at the Pub!
www.steveberndtjazz.com
Thursday, May 6 from 6 to 9 p.m.
OFFICIAL OPENING OF THE TERRACE
With Caridad Cruz Trio
Vocals, percussions and guitar
Latin music
The Chelsea Pub will celebrate the official opening of the terrace with the irresistible Caridad Cruz Trio!!
You will certainly have a good evening with this great Cuban singer as she will have the temperature go up for sure. Of course, the weather will be grreat! If not, we will celebrate the terrace anyway... from inside!
Don't miss this delightful evening!
Steve Berndt Duo
Thursday, April 29 at 7 p.m.
Vocals/trombone and piano
Jazz standards
The Pub has invited again one of its most popular artists: singer/trombonist Steve Berndt and his pianist. They will offer you, with pleasure and talent, their favourite jazz standards.
This versatile and extremely gifted artist has a voice and charm which competes with well-known singers. With his entertaining personality, he offers a fluid vocal performance which touches and impresses. An evening not to be missed!
Thursday, April 22 at 7 p.m.
César Ricardo Duo with Marc Decho
Vocals/guitar and bass
Cuban music and Latin jazz
César Ricardo, a brilliant Cuban guitarist, singer and songwriter in the "trovadore" tradition will be joined by bassist-composer Marc Decho. Together, they will perform a soulful blend of Cuban son, cha cha cha, salsa, cumbia, bossa, merengue, bachata, Latin jazz & original compositions.
They will bring some sun in your Thursday!!
Véronique Turcotte Duo
Thursday April 15 at 7 p.m.
Vocals/violin and guitar
Jazz standards
This duo is something really special! Vocalist Véronique Turcotte is also an excellent violinist. Parallel to her classical performances, she has been playing jazz since many years with several musicians in the area. Thursday, she will play and sing jazz with talented guitarist Rene Gely and she has prepared special arrangements for the occasion.
A captivating sound, an entertaining music, that's what you will hear this week at the Pub. Be there for an enjoyable evening!
For more information: www.veroniqueturcotte.com
Thursday, April 8 at 7 p.m.
Steve Groves Duo
Jazz standards
Featuring Steve Groves on guitar and vocal and Raven Desneiges also on vocals, this duo will play a mix of jazz, blues, bossa nova and originals.
Excellent guitarist, Steve Groves is a master on fingerstyle picking. His music is pretty smooth and quite energetic. Raven and he will be doing a handful of original compositions and a diverse set of Bossa Novas, uptempo swing, sweet ballads, raunchy blues, some vocals, and some solo guitar fingerstyle pickin'. You will like Steve's velvety voice and Raven's delicious one!
Joanie Charron Duo
Thursday, April 1, at 7 p.m.