Music Faculty Concert feat. André Lachance

The Selkirk College Contemporary Music & Technology Program proudly presents its annual Faculty Concert, featuring one of Canada’s finest bass players — André Lachance!

A celebrated multi-instrumentalist and educator, André Lachance has been a faculty member at Capilano University’s Jazz Studies program for 29 years, where he teaches electric and acoustic bass as well as guitar. This year, André joins Selkirk College virtually, bringing his expertise and inspiration directly to our bass students.

André’s musical versatility spans jazz, funk, R&B, pop, and creative improvised music. He leads his own ensemble, Quatuor André Lachance, and was named Jazz Artist of the Year at the Western Canadian Music Awards. he is a long-time member of acclaimed groups including Soulstream, the Brad Turner Quartet, the Chris Gestrin Trio, and the Peggy Lee Band. He has toured internationally, recorded for leading labels, and performed with top artists across the globe.

We’re thrilled to welcome André to Nelson in person for this special concert. Join us for an evening of music, creativity, and connection!

🎶 Admission by donation. All proceeds support scholarships for Selkirk College music students.
Limited seating — reserve your spot early on Eventbrite!

FEATURING:
André Lachance - bass
David Restivo – piano
Mike Rud – guitar
Darren Mahe – guitar
Joel Fountain – drums
Emily Millard – voice
Don Macdonald - sax, violin, voice
Allison Girvan – voice
John Tucker - keyboards, synths
Daralyn Fox – trumpet
Clinton Swanson – saxophone
Melody Diachun - vocals

Photo of André Lachance by Vincent Lim

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