We’re excited to announce the return of one of our very popular community events!

Thanks to our very own SLAC member, Michael Huber, Open Mic Night has been revived and is ready to bring the stage back to life.

Join us at Knox Hall for an evening of local talent, creative expression, and community connection

He’s number 23 on the North American Campus College radio jazz and he is bringing his music through the Kootenays this winter with his newest record In the Streets. Drummer and composer Neil Gray plays the Memorial Hall in Silverton BC, February 28th.

Neil Gray is born and raised in BC and his new album speaks to the many people, places, and times Neil experienced during his time in the Vancouver jazz scene. Released October 31st 2025 on Canada’s jazz label Cellar Live, the album plays host to legendary Canadian jazz players like Cory Weeds on tenor sax, and Bruno Hubert on piano.

Joining him in New Denver will be renowned Canadian pianist David Restivo, bassist Douglas Stephenson, Kiyo Elkuf on the tenor sax, and trumpet. Celebrate new contemporary jazz music with an added shimmering guest appearance of vocalist Leila Naderi (also known as Leila Neverland), for a memorable evening of jazz.

To hear more, check out the All That Jazz radio segment that plays a tune off Neil’s album called For Those in the Back, at HR 1 Seg B, or find Neil’s full album on Bandcamp.

Tickets are $20 and pre-purchase is encouraged, just send an email to admin@slocanlakeartscouncil.ca and indicate your name and the number of tickets desired. Concert starts at 7pm. See you there!

Remember LEILA who awed audiences at Music in the Park this summer? She returns March 1st 2025 for a cozy concert with a sweet twist. 

Leila’s morning set of music will rotate through solo work, a power duet with jazz drummer Neil Gray, and a delicate string duet with New Denver’s own Anjuli Otter.

Enjoy homemade sourdough scones, coffee/tea, and stay later to learn some harmonies and sing through some of her tune’s choruses.

Ticket price is $35 and includes scones and coffee/tea.  Tickets are available at the door but to ensure food and beverage quantities, ticket pre-purchase is encouraged. Simply send an e-transfer to admin@slocanlakeartscouncil.ca. Please include your name and the number of tickets desired.

Come to play or simply enjoy the local talents 

Hosted by Michael Huber

Admission by donation