Fri Nov 27, 2026
🎷 LIVE FRIDAY JAZZ — JOHN CHARLES REID & CARAVAN LATIN BAND at JAZZROOM
About this event
Friday, Nov 27, join us for a special night of live jazz with John Charles Reid & Caravan Latin Band.
Led by Calgary jazz veteran John Reid, this quartet brings together decades of professional experience, classic jazz, swing and Latin-inspired rhythms for a warm, energetic live performance.
John has been leading jazz groups since the 1970s, has performed at the Havana Jazz Plaza International Festival, recorded for CBC, and throughout his career has performed alongside artists including Dizzy Gillespie, Diana Krall, Harry Connick Jr. and many more. He also led the Latin-jazz band Caravan for many years after studying and performing in Cuba.
Featuring:
- 🎷 John Reid — saxophone, flute, clarinet & vocals
- 🎹 Jon Day — piano
- 🎸 Stefano Valdo — bass
- 🥁 Bryan Niblock — drums
Expect smooth melodies, expressive solos, Latin grooves and that classic live-jazz atmosphere that just hits differently in an intimate room.
Come early, grab dinner, order a cocktail and settle in for two hours of live music in the heart of Calgary.
- 🎟 $10 in advance until Nov 26
- 🎟 $15 at the door on Nov 27
Tickets & reservations: GULBAR.CA
Limited seating — grab your tickets early
Socials
A Part Of
Organized By
Jazz Room YYC
Jazz Room at GULBAR is a home for live jazz in Calgary — built around great music, local talent, and a genuine sense of community. We host live jazz every Friday, along with selected shows on other dates throughout the month. Our goal is simple: to make high-quality live jazz accessible, welcoming, and exciting for […]
See all eventsOrganizer
Jazz Room at GULBAR is a home for live jazz in Calgary — built around great music, local talent, and a genuine sense of community.
We host live jazz every Friday, along with selected shows on other dates throughout the month. Our goal is simple: to make high-quality live jazz accessible, welcoming, and exciting for both longtime jazz lovers and people who are just discovering the scene.
Our stage features a mix of established Calgary musicians, emerging local artists, special collaborations, and new programs created specifically for Jazz Room. Many of our shows are free or budget-friendly, making it easy to experience incredible live music without turning jazz into an exclusive night out.
Jazz Room is more than just a series of concerts. It’s a space where musicians can perform for an engaged audience, experiment with new ideas, build connections, and be heard in a room designed for live music — with a proper stage, professional sound, lighting, and an atmosphere that lets the music take centre stage.
By coming to a Jazz Room show, you’re not only enjoying a great evening — you’re also supporting local musicians, Calgary’s jazz community, and an independent project dedicated to growing the live jazz scene.
Come for the music, discover new artists, meet people who love jazz, and be part of what we’re building.
Live jazz every Friday + selected dates.
Some shows are free, others ticketed.
Check our upcoming events for the latest schedule.
Venue
Founded by Ukrainians in Calgary, our bar is a place where everyone is welcome. Our mission began with bringing together the Ukrainian community.