This fall, Mike Herriott brings Tales of Tricksters and Vagabonds to the stage on a six-show Canadian tour, crossing the country from Vancouver to Montréal. Backed by a brass-and-rhythm ensemble evoking the spirit of Rob McConnell’s Boss Brass — no saxophones, all swagger — the program pairs music from Isn’t Life Grand with the complete Tales of Tricksters and Vagabonds Suite, six portraits of literature’s most unforgettable rogues and dreamers.
Tour Dates
| Mon, Sep 28 | Frankie’s Jazz Club | Vancouver, BC | Tickets |
| Thu, Oct 15 | The Ironwood Stage & Grill | Calgary, AB | Tickets |
| Sun–Mon, Oct 18–19 | The Rex Hotel Jazz & Blues Bar | Toronto, ON | Tickets |
| Fri–Sat, Oct 23–24 | L’Entracte Cabaret Jazz | Montréal, QC | Tickets |
The Band
A handpicked brass-and-rhythm ensemble — stellar players from each city on the tour — brings the music to life on stage. Ofra Harnoy travels with the tour as co-producer.
The Program
Part One — selections from Isn’t Life Grand, including the title piece, The Sweet Sparky Suite, and Gravity.
Part Two — the complete Tales of Tricksters and Vagabonds Suite: Puss in Boots, Rumpelstiltskin, Mercutio, ‘Umble Uriah, Rodion’s Republic, and Sir Jack.