The Bassment is one of Canada’s premier jazz clubs and provides musicians of all skill levels a venue to showcase their talents in front of a live audience while accessing a variety of professional, concert-grade instruments. The club offers an intimate, personal concert space with a world-class stage for local, national, and international artists.
Here’s a sample of what’s happening next at The Bassment
Jazz Jam with Brett Graham Group
June 3, 2025
JAZZ JAMS • DOORS @6:30 • SHOW@ 7:30
The very popular monthly Jazz Jams are back! Local drummer, vibraphonist, and St. John’s Music Man Brett Graham will be hosting the jam. There is no charge to attend and/or perform at the jams and we welcome singers and instrumentalists of all ages and levels to make an effort to develop jazz “chops”. Brett will be joined by Gerard Weber (saxophone), Tommy Vaquer (bass), and James Kumaran (drums).
Sponsored by St. John’s Music
Darrell Burko and the B Sharp Orchestra Album Release
June 5, 2025
ACCOUSTIC ROOTS • DOORS @ 6:30PM • SHOW@7:30PM
Singer-songwriter Darrell Burko is joined by an all-star cast of musicians, including a special West Coast guest. Bassist Daryl Pierce takes up his usual spot alongside drummer Kyle Krysa, guitarist Kim Archibald, saxophonist Al Loewen, and perennial show stealer Jody Giesbrecht on pedal steel. You can expect to hear Darrell’s original songs, old and new, some AndersonBurko tunes, and a few classic covers thrown into the mix. It promises to be another evening of good music, good friends, and good times.
Sponsored by Rumley Periodicts
Eliza Mary Doyle
June 6, 2025
BLUEGRASS SERIES • DOORS @7:30 • SHOW@ 8:30
With a 20-year career playing solo, in bands, and as a session musician, Eliza Mary Doyle sings and plays banjo, dobro, guitar, and mandolin. She’s released nine full-length albums, won a JUNO with the Dead South, and has toured Canada, the United States, and Europe. Eliza has been a regional finalist in CBC’s Searchlight Canada competition and has won Bell Media’s contest, The Next Big Thing. Her latest studio album, Pretty Strange, is a 10-track collection of bangers captured liveat Sidekick Studios in Nashville. With driving banjo, guitar, and pedal steel licks throughout, keeping listeners engaged and eager to discover each track, Pretty Strange’s take on Americana is a welcome addition to the genre.
Sponsored by Northern Lights Bluegrass & Old Tyme Music Society
Eilee Laverty
June 7, 2025
SONGWRITER SERIES • DOORS @ 6:30PM • SHOW@7:30PM
Known for her captivating voice, heartfelt lyrics, and powerful storytelling, Eileen returns with bandmates Jesse Brown (keyboards), Greg Hargarten (guitar), Corey Hildebrand (bass), and Glenn Ens (drums). Eileen’s music reflects a broad range of influences and is rooted in her love of a good story. With her signature blend of folk, Celtic, and contemporary sounds, her music speaks to themes of love, hope, and resilience, resonating deeply with listeners of all ages. Eileen’s music has been featured in film and television, and landed her performances with Kenny Rogers, Tom Cochrane, and the Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra.
Sponsored by David’s Distinctive Men’s Apparel
Twin Fiddles: J.J. Guy & Gordon Stobbe
June 10, 2025
FIDDLE SERIES • DOORS @6:30 • SHOW@ 7:30
Award-winning Canadian fiddlers J.J. Guy and Gordon Stobbe have a long history of working together. The two also have a long history of playing The Bassment. JJ and Gordon are back to perform their collection of original tunes, written in the twin fiddle style. Cathy Sproule will provide expert piano accompaniment.
Sponsored by Optika Eclectic Eyeware
Dallas Alexander
June 12, 2025
COUNTRY ROADS SERIES • DOORS @ 6:30PM • SHOW@7:30PM
Hailing from a rough-and-tumble backwoods upbringing in Fishing Lake Métis Settlement in Northern Alberta, Dallas Alexander weaves his Métis roots with stories amassed over a decade-plus career serving in a tier-one special operations unit in the Canadian military. Dallas serves up a unique sound and country music lovers are in for a gritty-outlaw vibe inspired by music legends Waylon Jennings and Johnny Cash.
Sponsored by David’s Distinctive Men’s Wear
