Musical Melange
Concert Series 2025-26
Musical Melange Overview
Musical Melange Overview
Details for each concert further below
A concert on the 4th Sunday of every month from September 2025 through May 2026 at Central Saanich United Church at 2pm
Sept 28, 2025 – Broke and Blue, an intoxicating fusion of jazz and classical styles
Oct 26 – Heather Ferguson and Calluna, beautiful vocal jazz standards with just a dash of fresh and new
Nov 23 – Aerie Trio, evocative classical music both old and new
Dec 28 – the Bald Eagles, warm up for New Year’s with some good old rock ‘n roll
Jan 25, 2026 – on the ‘hat, jazz standards and contemporary classical music share the stage with voice, flute and piano
Feb 22 – Tuba4, expect the unexpected, all kinds of music and all down low
Mar 22 – RESONANCE, musical connections inspired by themes and classical music for voice and piano
Apr 26 – Aerie Trio returns, with more evocative classical music both old and new
May 24 – Broke and Blue returns, with more intoxicating fusion of jazz and classical styles
Tickets for each concert: $20 plus fees, available below. To find the other concerts in the series: Musical Melange series
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Musical Melange, details and tickets
Broke and Blue, Sep 28, 2025
an intoxicating fusion of jazz and classical styles
Broke and Blue came together when pianist Kathryn Le Gros and flutist Diane Berry first discovered their mutual love of the music of French jazz pianist, Claude Bolling (1930-2020). With two suites for flute and jazz piano and California Suite, as well as other single pieces, there is a rich choice of wonderful music available to them. Bolling’s fusion of classical and jazz elements in his work is a wonderful vehicle for these two classically trained, versatile musicians. Both are experienced performers, connected to many ensembles in and around Victoria, embracing a number of different genres and styles. In the years since forming Broke and Blue, they have performed for jazz vespers in local churches, created videos for Vancouver Symphony’s Day of Music, performed at Hermann’s Jazz Club, Sooke Fine Arts Show, Unsworth Winery, Merridale Cidery, corporate functions, and live-streamed a concert for Augmented Trio Promotions. They are often joined by bassist Ryan Tandy and various local drummers to realize the full jazz sound. Their repertoire now includes music by Moe Koffman, Dave Brubeck, Ian Clarke and some well-known jazz standards.
Heather Ferguson and Calluna, Oct 26, 2025
Beautiful vocal jazz standards with just a dash of fresh and new
Heather Ferguson is a jazz singer-songwriter from Victoria, BC. Her latest album FOUND released in Spring 2025 and can be “FOUND” on most streaming platforms including Spotify, YouTube and Apple. Of her debut album, Lush Life, the UK Jazz Journal said, “This is a very accomplished and warmly recommended debut album by a singer whose reputation must surely spread internationally.” She is accompanied by her all-star Victoria band, many of whom can be FOUND on her albums including Tony Genge and Joey Smith.
Music is a lifelong passion Heather Ferguson didn’t ever think would happen for her. But later in life the stars aligned, “I am an incurable, lifelong learner”, says Heather, “and with music I find the work gets more interesting the deeper you go.”
Aerie Trio, Nov 23, 2025
Evocative classical music both old and new
The Aerie Trio was formed in 2018 to perform beautiful, challenging music across the ages. Some familiar, but just as often, seldom performed or new music ensures well rounded, interesting programs. From Haydn sonatas to Piazolla tangos, to 21st c premieres of new works, the trio presents exciting and delightful selections. The Aerie Trio recently performed a concert with on the ‘hat featuring music of living Canadian women composers. They currently present The Art of Harmonizing Music and Food with the best of Vancouver Island’s chefs. The members of the trio (Diane Berry, flute; Maria Wang, cello; and Kathryn Le Gros, piano and clarinet) are each accomplished and successful musicians who come together in a wonderful balance.
The Bald Eagles, Dec 28, 2025
Warm up to New Year's with some goold old rock'n roll
The Bald Eagles is a band that specializes in music for dances but play in many other settings as well. They have played at markets, in halls, at clubs and outdoor events. The high energy, fun loving Bald Eagles entertains with a mix of classic rock, folk, and country tunes that will get everyone bouncing in their seat.
on the 'hat, Jan 25, 2026
Jazz standards with an unusual flutey twist and some contemporary classical music
on the ‘hat is an ensemble of musical friends (Marnie Setka-Mooney, soprano; Diane Berry, flute; Kathryn Le Gros piano) that has performed together over many years, but just in the last few years under this name. The name of the group recognizes that the Malahat is a connector for the members; Marnie lives in Lake Cowichan, Kathryn in Victoria’s Westshore and Diane in the Mount Douglas area of Victoria. Some of their earliest performances were concerts of contemporary classical music, and have come back to that even recently with a performance of Canadian women composers. During Covid they performed live-streamed events celebrating Advent and Lent, as well as a feature video. While all three are classical musicians, their love of the music of a variety of genres has meant they each have played with other ensembles specializing in jazz, folk, and even oldies rock. They now bring that eclectic mix together in their programs.
Tuba4, Feb 24, 2026
expect the unexpected, all kinds of music and all down low
Tuba4 is the most unusual of the ensembles being a combination of 3 euphoniums and 1 tuba. They provide a range of musical styles with an unusual and beautiful sound. The arrangements of familiar and interesting music allow the ensemble to showcase their individual talent and meld their instruments into one stunning sound. They have fun playing, and those that hear them get captured in their joy.
RESONANCE, MAR 22, 2026
Musical connections inspired by themes and classical music for voice and piano
RESONANCE (Lisa Tinney, soprano; and Kathryn Le Gros, piano/clarinet with additional performers dependent on the program) performs thematic concerts such as German lieder or Spanish artsong as well as lighter garden music.
German lieder are sometimes performed as a Schubertiade. In Schubert's time, they were often informal gatherings at private homes, often with the composer present. Patrons would host evenings of food, drink and then retire to their salons for the sharing of lovely music. This could be songs, solo piano, string quartets or quintets, poetry readings and more. While a Schubertiade is primarily focused on the namesake composer, it is also a chance to celebrate the composers who were his contemporaries.
RESONANCE performs Spanish music that explores the many facets of love. Featuring music from well-known Spanish composers as well as some more obscure.
Folk- type music will be shared to bridge the genres.
Aerie Trio Returns, Apr 26, 2026
Aerie Trio returns with more evocative classical music both old and new
The Aerie Trio was formed in 2018 to perform beautiful, challenging music across the ages. Some familiar, but just as often, seldom performed or new music ensures well rounded, interesting programs. From Haydn sonatas to Piazolla tangos, to 21st c premieres of new works, the trio presents exciting and delightful selections. The Aerie Trio recently performed a concert with on the ‘hat featuring music of living Canadian women composers. They currently present The Art of Harmonizing Music and Food with the best of Vancouver Island’s chefs. The members of the trio (Diane Berry, flute; Maria Wang, cello; and Kathryn Le Gros, piano and clarinet) are each accomplished and successful musicians who come together in a wonderful balance.
Broke and Blue returns, May 24, 2026
more intoxicating fusion of jazz and classical styles
Broke and Blue came together when pianist Kathryn Le Gros and flutist Diane Berry first discovered their mutual love of the music of French jazz pianist, Claude Bolling (1930-2020). With two suites for flute and jazz piano and California Suite, as well as other single pieces, there is a rich choice of wonderful music available to them. Bolling’s fusion of classical and jazz elements in his work is a wonderful vehicle for these two classically trained, versatile musicians. Both are experienced performers, connected to many ensembles in and around Victoria, embracing a number of different genres and styles. In the years since forming Broke and Blue, they have performed for jazz vespers in local churches, created videos for Vancouver Symphony’s Day of Music, performed at Hermann’s Jazz Club, Sooke Fine Arts Show, Unsworth Winery, Merridale Cidery, corporate functions, and live-streamed a concert for Augmented Trio Promotions. They are often joined by bassist Ryan Tandy and various local drummers to realize the full jazz sound. Their repertoire now includes music by Moe Koffman, Dave Brubeck, Ian Clarke and some well-known jazz standards.