March 26th: The Nick Apivor Trio

Nick Apivor: VIBRAPHONE

Nick has been a part of Vancouver’s music scene for over 30 years. He has played and recorded with such local groups as the NOW Orchestra, Juno-nominated Rumba Calzada, and vocalist Angela Verbrugge. He has also backed up such international artists as The Canadian Tenors, Kenny G, and Petula Clark.

Michael Wagler: UPRIGHT BASS

Michael has been an active part of Vancouver’s music scene since graduating from Capilano University’s jazz studies program in 2010. After cutting his teeth playing as a cruise ship musician around North American and Europe, he has explored various genres and played with many Vancouver projects such as jazz bands Rugcutter Jazz Band and The New Orleans Alestars, alt-rock band Real Ponchos, the eclectic Bonfire Ballerina, and many more. Influenced by upright players such as Ray Brown and Scott LaFaro, he is known for his melodic playing style and driving walking bass lines.

Susan Lepin: VOCALS

Susan began her singing career fronting a blues band in San Francisco. Since then, she has performed as a soloist with the Marcus Mosely Ensemble and has made music alongside many of Vancouver’s most respected musicians. She also fronts the Vancouver-based R&B band Susie and the Sundown.