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Join us at St Mary’s for a unique blend of exceptional jazz rooted in the context of meditation and prayer. This month we welcome the Josh Warren Quartet.
Rooted in the jazz tradition but drawing influences from pop, soul, rock, hip-hop and beyond, Josh Warren is a Victoria-born bassist, composer and arranger currently finishing his bachelor's degree in music at Humber College (Toronto, ON). At only 21 years old, Josh has been featured on stages across Canada and had the opportunity to share the stage and record with internationally recognized talents, including JUNO award-winners such as trumpeter Ingrid Jensen and saxophonist Allison Au, and NYC heavyweights such as vocalist Lucy Yeghiazaryan and saxophonist Grant Stewart.
Joined by rising star saxophonist Ingrid Li and Vancouver Island veterans Attila Fias (piano) and Hans Verhoeven (drums), Josh will be presenting original compositions and choice selections from the jazz canon.
A collection will be taken in support of this ongoing series. Suggested donation $20.
Check out the full series here
About Jazz Evensong
Evolving out of two ancient services of prayer as the sun is setting—vespers and compline—the service of Evensong is an opportunity to put the events of the past day into perspective, to ground one’s body, mind and spirit in preparation for the restorative night of sleep, when in our dreaming, our subconscious will continue the creative work of making sense of our experiences.
Jazz, as Ken Burns says, is “a profound intersection of freedom and creativity”. So, whether you are a seasoned jazz lover or a newcomer to the genre, you will be sure to find something to speak to you at this unique and moving experience of making sense of your day. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this inspiring and intimate celebration of faith and music. All are welcome!
About the musicians
Josh Warren - Born & raised in Victoria BC, Josh is a bassist, composer and arranger currently finishing his bachelor's degree in music at Humber College (Toronto, ON). At only 21 years old, Josh has been featured as both a bandleader and a sideman on many stages across Canada, including the TD International Jazzfest, Fernfest, the Victoria Dragon Boat Festival, and the TU Jazzfest (Toronto). Along the way, he's had the opportunity to share the stage and record with internationally recognized talents, including JUNO award-winners such as trumpeter Ingrid Jensen and saxophonist Allison Au, and NYC heavyweights such as vocalist Lucy Yeghiazaryan and saxophonist Grant Stewart. Lauded for his versatility as a freelance bassist, Josh plays and records in a variety of styles - spanning swinging straight-ahead jazz to high-energy pop, rock, and soul. While rooted in the jazz tradition, Josh’s influences span a diverse range of genres, which is heavily reflected in his original music.
Ingrid Li - Ingrid is a young saxophonist and composer turning heads on the Canadian jazz scene. Her warm, powerful alto sound fuels her bop-driven music. Based in Montreal and Vancouver, she enjoys working as a bandleader and sidewoman. Ingrid recently completed her second year at the Schulich School of Music and owes it to her wonderful mentors Camille Thurman, Remi Bolduc, and James Danderfer.
Attila Fias - Attila is a Hungarian-born, Toronto-raised jazz pianist, composer, and producer known for blending global influences into his jazz-rooted sound. On top of performing with a who’s-who of the Canadian jazz scene, he’s collaborated with acclaimed international artists such as A.R. Rahman and Zakir Hussain, performing at venues and stadiums across the world. With over 100 internationally distributed albums to his credit, Attila has several gold and platinum records and has also recorded three albums of original music. His latest album "RIDE" was released to great acclaim and continues to receive regular radio airplay.
Hans Verhoeven - Hans is a Canadian drummer and educator based in British Columbia, renowned for his versatility and musical sensibility. Hans was a member of the faculty of music at Vancouver Island University from 2012 – 2025, and has performed and recorded with a who’s who of Canadian jazz legends, including Don Thompson, PJ Perry, Oliver Gannon, Neil Swainson, Phil Dwyer, Brad Turner, Christine Jensen, Tony Genge, Ryan Oliver, Brian Dickinson, Nick Peck, Jennifer Scott, Rene Worst, Hugh Fraser, and many more.