Category: Jazz

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Rick Keene Music Scene; The Lyric Theatre Singers Add Purity to Christmas 

Since their inception in 1990, the Lyric Theatre Singers have entertained Montrealers young and old. Christmas is special. Especially a candlelight version. Forced to move from the familiar surroundings of Tudor Hall ( renovations are taking place), the Lyric Singers took up residence over the weekend at Loyola Chapel on the Concordia University campus. Bigger venue means more exposure for a group that deserves it. … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene; The Lyric Theatre Singers Add Purity to Christmas 

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Dr. Trevor Payne Exits The Montreal  Jubilation Gospel Choir 

The Lord giveth and the Lord taketh away.  A standard misquote from the first chapter of the Book of Job.  Dec.3rd 2017, Dr. Trevor Payne’s final appearance as head of The Montreal Jubilation Gospel Choir left no room for misquotes. Perfection was perceived by everyone with the possible exception of Dr. Payne himself. Perfection never obtained by the artists themselves. For thirty – five years … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Dr. Trevor Payne Exits The Montreal  Jubilation Gospel Choir 

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Rick Keene Music Scene – The Lyric Theatre Singers; Lighting Up Christmas with Class

The world is a mess. With everything that is happening around the world these days, The Lyric Theatre Singers are literally – to the rescue. Their Christmas themed show; Candlelight Christmas, a welcome relief from the noise all around us. Silence among thieves. Calm in a global storm. Please listen below to my chat with the musical director of The Lyric Theatre Singers; Bob Bachelor. … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – The Lyric Theatre Singers; Lighting Up Christmas with Class

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Diana Krall Reminds Montreal of All That is Good

A good concert is an occasion to make new friends. You leave the venue satisfied. The soul filled with goodness. Diana Krall and her four piece ensemble did just that.   Exploring and paying homage to the likes of Cole Porter, Tom Waits and Bob Dylan, Diana reminded everyone why music was created and how diverse the beauty may be. Commencing with the tune Deed … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Diana Krall Reminds Montreal of All That is Good

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Emilie Claire Barlow; Basking in Quebec’s Winter

 Not everyone embraces Quebec winters. In fact , most don’t. Emilie Claire Barlow is one person who loves Quebec winters. So much so, the Toronto native and Juno Award winner took up residence in Quebec. Not only that – she sings about it on her new disc. A combination of English and French, the tracks are sure to give you frostbite ( in a good way). … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Emilie Claire Barlow; Basking in Quebec’s Winter

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Top Ten Reasons to Attend Bands for Baskets 2017

Once a year, around this time, Santa visits twice.   Make that two Santas.    Ross Griffiths and Peter Angrove; for the twelfth year in a row, place a few local bands together and raise money for the needy in the West Island. Help, in the form of food baskets. Please listen below to my chat with Ross and discover everything you need to know about … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Top Ten Reasons to Attend Bands for Baskets 2017

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Sheldon Kagan; A Success Story.

Imagine telling your Mom; ‘I’m moving out!’ (when you are fifteen years of age?) Imagine the reaction of your parents even if you have a full time job? Imagine the reaction if you only have a couple of events planned at $25.00 each? Welcome to the start of Sheldon Kagan’s career as a mobile disc jockey. A career that has spanned over fifty years and … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Sheldon Kagan; A Success Story.

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Rick Keene Music Scene – David Myles; Real Love

Pop music ain’t what it used to be …     David Myles is doing something about it. Combining old school thoughts with new school riffs without duplicating anything. Easy right? Make people dance right?     Please listen below as David talks about the new album and how he came up with the idea to go backwards – musically.      David? What’s up? … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – David Myles; Real Love

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Sheldon Kagan; A Success Story. Part Four

Imagine telling your Mom; ‘I’m moving out!’ (when you are fifteen years of age?)   Imagine the reaction of your parents even if you have a full time job? Imagine the reaction if you only have a couple of events planned at $25.00 each? Welcome to the start of Sheldon Kagan’s career as a mobile disc jockey. A career that has spanned over fifty years and … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Sheldon Kagan; A Success Story. Part Four

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Sheldon Kagan; A Success Story. Part Three

Imagine telling your Mom; ‘I’m moving out!’ (when you are fifteen years of age?)   Imagine the reaction of your parents even if you have a full time job? Imagine the reaction if you only have a couple of events planned at $25.00 each? Welcome to the start of Sheldon Kagan’s career as a mobile disc jockey. A career that has spanned over fifty years and … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Sheldon Kagan; A Success Story. Part Three

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Sheldon Kagan; A Success Story. Part Two

Imagine telling your Mom; ‘I’m moving out!’ (when you are fifteen years of age?)   Imagine the reaction of your parents even if you have a full time job? Imagine the reaction if you only have a couple of events planned at $25.00 each? Welcome to the start of Sheldon Kagan’s career as a mobile disc jockey. A career that has spanned over fifty years and … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Sheldon Kagan; A Success Story. Part Two

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Rick Keene Music Scene – Sheldon Kagan; A Success Story. Part One

Imagine telling your Mom; ‘I’m moving out!’ (when you are fifteen years of age?)   Imagine the reaction of your parents even if you have a full time job? Imagine the reaction if you only have a couple of events planned at $25.00 each? Welcome to the start of Sheldon Kagan’s career as a mobile disc jockey. A career that has spanned over fifty years and … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene – Sheldon Kagan; A Success Story. Part One

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