SEPTEMBER 30 – Mike Murley Trio with Jeff Johnson & Jake Hanlon – Cape Breton Jazz Festival

Sydney & Area

Sep 30

from $30

About

The Cape Breton Jazz Festival opens with an evening of exceptional musicianship, beginning with the intimate duo of Jeff Johnston and Jake Hanlon before welcoming internationally acclaimed saxophonist Mike Murley and his trio to the Red Farm stage. It’s the perfect way to kick off five nights of outstanding live jazz.

Lineup

• Jeff Johnston (Piano) & Jake Hanlon (Guitar) | 6:30 PM

• Mike Murley Trio featuring Tom Easley (Bass) and Richard White (Guitar) | 7:40 PM

Venue

Red Farm

1957 Kings Road

Howie Centre, Nova Scotia

Tickets

Single Evening: $30

Festival Pass (All 5 Nights): $125

Tickets available at red-farm.ca or at the door.

After Hours

Continue the evening at Second Encore Pub for the official Cape Breton Jazz Festival After Hours Jazz Jam beginning at 10 PM.

About the Festival

The Cape Breton Jazz Festival brings together internationally acclaimed artists and some of Atlantic Canada’s finest musicians for five nights of exceptional live jazz at Red Farm in Howie Centre. From intimate duos and celebrated jazz trios to big bands, blues, and tribute performances, the festival offers something for seasoned jazz enthusiasts and first-time listeners alike.

With an intimate venue, outstanding acoustics, and a welcoming atmosphere, Red Farm provides the perfect setting to experience world-class music right here in Cape Breton.

Festival Passes ($125) include admission to all five nights, while single evening tickets are available for $30. Tickets can be purchased online at red-farm.ca or at the door.

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Location & Contact

1957 Kings Rd, Sydney, NS B1L 1C6, Canada, Sydney, Nova Scotia

All Dates

Sep 30 6:30 PM

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