Joanna is currently touring two projects:
Ephemeral Tides, songs and stories from ther Salish Sea Siren
and
L'Oiseau Noir, A jazz-cabaret of original and popular tunes
A concert like no other…
Ephemeral Tides, songs and stories from the Salish Sea Siren
Prepare to laugh, dance and sing along to Jobird's eclectic folk-cabaret!
For as long as she can remember, Joanna has been drawn to diversity in all things. Naturally her broad interest in cultures, musical styles, eras and genres would come out in her song writing. This leads to a very entertaining and intersting performance style. With an ever-changing repertoire of songs for every season, reason and emotion, the Salish Sea Siren lures her audience into a poetic journey that is both deeply personal and universally amusing.
She often begins concerts with a poem, a sound blessing or a story and sometimes will bring in various “characters”who she claims to be responsible for inciting her to write ribald and risque cabaret songs. There may be a chance for the audinece to sing, and possibly be led in a spontanious-in-the-moment improvisational song. Joanna's love for humanity, nature and life in general shines through stories of tragedy and loss; and as much as sorrow opens hearts, so does the joy and humour that is always so evident in Joanna's soul-sensory performances.
Review by Judy Wing
“Ephemeral Tides is a concert like no other. From a performer who has explored far beyond the predictability of mainstream, Joanna Finch brings an eclectic tide of sophistication, sultry rhythms, and playful themes that embrace the human experience. Her delivery is both experimental and intentional, raw and polished, from interactive soundscapes to beautiful melodies that leave your toes tapping and your soul humming. In this unique concert series, Joanna shares the treasures she’s gathered as an articulate poet/ artist of smooth jazz, sultry burlesque, and soulful folk. It's an intriguing inner expression that celebrates what it means to be human in this dynamic world. Have a seat, get comfortable and hear what the tide reveals.”
L'Oiseau Noir: Joanna Finch & Miles Black
With their shared passion for music that spans generations and borders, L'Oiseau Noir concerts are an exciting combination of roots, jazz, and improvisational creations.. Drawing from a diverse selection of Joanna's originals, plus jazz and pop standards from the 20's to the present, each show is tailored to fit the venue, the season and the demographic. Accompanied by the exceptional musicality of multi-instrumentalist, producer, singer “NOIR,” Miles Black, (www.milesblackmusic.com) vocalist/songwriter “L'OISEAU,” Joanna Finch rounds out the sounds with ukulele, flute, percussion and her remarkable “vocal cornet.” Welcome everyone, to experience the voices and melodic poetry of two artists who love to play.
TICKETS In The Garden Of Love May Tour Direct link to this tickit link: https://jobird-music.tickit.ca/events/23857#t-a5c94e96a
"In The Garden of Love" Spring Tour
L'Oiseau Noir Jazz Cabaret!
For our May tour we are celebrating LOVE with songs that are rich with images of nature's beauty, and musical poetry that evoke feelings of affection and pleasure.
L'Oiseau Noir Jazz-Cabaret has an international flavour with familiar songs by Joni Mitchell, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Edith Piaf, Consuelo Velazquez, Cole Porter and more. Interspersed with Joanna's marvellously eclectic musical poetry, this concert spans eras and styles that appeal to all music lovers.
Special guest dancers will be announced for the May 18/ 19 shows, and ALWAYS we encourage our audience to dance at all our performances! "Don't sit still if the spirit moves you!"
Tickets on sale now!
May 4 7:00 PM Caleb Pike House, Highlands, (Langford) Victoria
May 5 2:00 PM Merlin's Sun Home Theatre, Victoria. RESERVATIONS are encouraged by contacting Tim Gosley: timgosley@telus.net
May 18 7:30 PM Abbey Studio, Cumberland
May 19 3:00 PM Denman Community Back Hall, Denman Island
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I'm excited to be playing two solo concerts on March 15 and 16, with an added Soul Song Vocal Workshop on March 17.
I'll be playing a spring selection from my Ephemeral Tides collection for both concerts. On Quadra Island I'll be joined by saxaphonist Dave Blinzinger for some freestyling improvisational magic!
On Cortes it will be basically the same concert, but on Sunday I'll be offering a 2 hour Soul Song vocal workshop. I'm eager to share my stories and songs with my island friends and meet some new. Find all the information on facebook event:
Tickets are available at the door, or please buy in advance at this tickit link: https://jobird-music.tickit.ca/events/23425#t-7d20c5db5