Gibson’s Landing Jazz Festival and Beyond…

by Deanna Knight on May 6, 2023

2023 Jazz Fest and Beyond

 

A really fabulous event planned for the Sunshine Coast in late June!!
I will be featured in the Legendary Ladies of Jazz at the Heritage theatre on the Friday.
Hotties REunite for a swing dance with lesson Saturday in Sechelt.

Check their site for more info. Tickets should be on sale soon.
www.coastjazz.com 

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My fav jazz vespers – St. Andrew’s May28

by Deanna Knight on May 6, 2023

It is always such a treat to share my songs in such a beautiful sacred space, and with a community who truly appreciates my songs.  As an artists, there is no better feeling than knowing your songs touch hearts and inspire hope.

Looking forward to May 28th with my Tree-O / Simon Kendall on Piano and Finn Manniche on cello.  I’ll have just sang in full voice for hours the night before, at the Rickshaw with GD/BC. It will be interesting to see what that does to my voice that has pretty minimal work outs like that ….for years.

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GD/BC @ Sunshine Shakedown…Robert’s Creek Hall

by Deanna Knight on May 6, 2023

GD/BC  is a Grateful Dead Tribute I have been quietly playing with for a few years now.  My initial thoughts were “been there done that” over 30 years ago, as one of the founding members of Ontario FatCats.  I wasn’t sure I needed to juggle 3 musical projects, though my hubby would beg to differ ;) Going from nice early shows with no drums for the last 2 decades to 2 drummers, percussion, electric instruments and  looooong sets that have you packing out of the venue around 2am….was a bit of a hard sell. After our sold out show at the historic Cobalt in Vancouver this spring and being picked up by Timbre Concert productions, the musicians outstanding talent and kindness toward me, the fun vibes on stage and the super “dead”dicated fans …They have officially captured my heart.  The Hot Club of Mars are not near as active as we have been in the past and my songwriting is officially NUMBER ONE. However, I will continue to add the harmony “sugar” to GD/BD and the Dead’s extensive songbook, for the foreseeable future.

This wee festival may turn in to an annual event. So come on out and shake your bones to some jam-band classics and share the dancefloor with the fun-loving community that is growling around us.
Early Bird tickets sold out very quickly, so don’t delay in getting yours today and join us “for a real good time”

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#DreamTeam….so blessed

by Deanna Knight on May 5, 2023

A fine table has been set for a delicious feast of sounds. A long awaited follow up to my 2001 debut release Shadow of a Star is underway. A second collection of songs will finally be honoured with another outstanding group of Canadian musicians.  I am so grateful to have this #dreamteam of super talented folks supporting the next chapter of my musical journey. On bass, sitar and cello – the return of George Koller. On piano – my solid sideman for the last 10 yrs Simon Kendall. On drums – the exceptional Davide DiRenzo. An old friend of mine leads the team as produce, engineer, multi-instrumentalist. Les Cooper will join me at the helm kicking off bedtracks at Union Sound Studios in Toronto this month. I know this team will bring their heart and soul to my project. A real dream come true for me and I can’t wait to share my new songs all dressed up for your ears…and your heart.

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Reunited…and it feels so good

by Deanna Knight on March 14, 2023

I’m beyond thrilled to have the outstanding intuition, heart and soul of George Koller joining me once again in the studio. This time honouring my second collection of songs for a 2023 release. His magical talent was such a blessing on my 2001 release Shadow of a Star. I had hired him for one day in the studio and he ended up staying on right to the completion as co-producer with me. So very very grateful.

I can hardly believe the #dreamteam coming together to join me in the studio.
More on that soon!

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Playing around with new branding

by Deanna Knight on March 13, 2023

For many years I have used the same branding for the songwriting side of my career.

My first solo record only had a capital D on the front with my full name on the spine.
I have been told over and over that my full name is just lovely so…I’m trying something new.
I figure with a last name like Knight…it might be fun to play with that a little.

An ever evolving musical journey. Excited for this next chapter!

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Centre for Spiritual Living – White Rock

by Deanna Knight on February 14, 2023

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Always a treat to share my songs with this community. It is by zoom, so folks from around the world have access. A great way to start a sunday :)

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Skin Upon Skin – NEW video by me :)

by Deanna Knight on February 14, 2023

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Trying my hand at a little video editing to help share songs from my first solo record Shadow of a Star. All in hopes to build interest in my NEW upcoming record to be released this year. Sure had some fun with this and could easily get lost working in this medium. Please like, share subscribe… if so inclined check it out HERE

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Deanna Knight Tree-O will perform compositions from my songbook on Sunday Nov 13th during an hour service in the beautifully renovated sanctuary of St. Andrews Wesley in Vancouver (Nelson and Burrard) 4-5pm. I’ll be joined on stage by Simon Kendall on piano and Finn Manniche on cello.
“Lift your spirits and bring yourself back to balance with our Jazz Vespers service. We combine Vancouver’s best jazz with meditations on faith and life to connect us emotionally and spiritually to music, ourselves and each other. This service has been described as meaningful and renewing by our congregation and wider community. Join us to reflect on life, faith, and the mix of it all.”

More info HERE

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Oliver Swain is back on the Coast!

by Deanna Knight on November 7, 2022

So happy to once again present my very talented friend Oliver Swain on the Sunshine Coast @ The Kube in Gibsons. This will be an intimate show as he travels through with a new collaborator Ashley Wey on piano.  I will open with a set of originals and we will be sure to all hit the stage together for some fun.

Very limited seating so to avoid disappointment., get your tickets today on EventBrite.

More info on the ticket page HERE

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