Directed by Christian Morrison, the powerhouse 18-woman Sister Jazz Orchestra showcases Vancouver’s most accomplished female musicians while inspiring new generations of jazz women. Shining a light on composers from Mary Lou Williams to Christine Jensen, Sister Jazz is dynamic, celebratory big band jazz from Canada’s only all-female professional jazz orchestra.

Sister Jazz Orchestra is:

Music Director: Christian Morrison

Rhythm Section:

Shannon Thue piano, Madeleine Elkins guitar, Jodi Proznick bass, Jamie Lee drums

Saxophones:

Ingrid Stitt, Julia Nolan, Karen Graves, Jen Davidson, Jen Vance

Trombones:

Robin MacLulich, Janine King, Hayley Bennett, Ellen Marple

Trumpets:

Jocelyn Waugh, Geeta Das, Heather Anderson, Melissa Hammer, Bonnie Northgraves

Vocals:

Bonnie Northgraves