Busheikin/Villette return to the Lighthouse with a special show featuring the great Connor Stewart. We will play all original music from Connors latest album "Woah!", which is filled with hard swinging, catchy tunes in the hard bop vein.

The band will feature musicians from Nanaimo, Victoria, Vancouver and New Orleans!

Connor Stewart -Alto Sax

Julian Borkowski -Trumpet

Tony Genge -Piano

Kosma Busheikin -Upright Bass

Graham Villette -Drums

Connor Stewart is a gifted saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist based in New Orleans, known for his extraordinary versatility and mastery of traditional jazz, swing, and bebop. Connor began playing the saxophone at an early age and quickly developed a style that blends technical brilliance with heartfelt expression. His performances reflect the spirit of New Orleans, drawing from the city's rich jazz traditions while incorporating modern influences to create a sound that is both timeless and innovative.

Over the years, Connor has performed at renowned jazz festivals and venues worldwide, captivating audiences with his dynamic stage presence and virtuosic improvisation. Connor has shared the stage with Irma Thomas, Branford Marsalis, David Torkanowsky, Shannon Powell, Leroy Jones and the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra.

Tickets are $20 ($15 for students) and can be bought at the door with cash or etransfer to the email: lighthousebistro@shaw.ca.