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Sesqui-licious Nosh
June 1, 2017 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Take in local flavours, sights and sounds at our Sesqui-licious Nosh!
Sample true apple growing heritage with tastings from The View Winery & Vineyards line-up of Wards Apple Ciders, and delectable Okanagan-made snacks & treats from The Laurel Shop. We will be showcasing some amazing local talent with art on display, and live music provided by Wood Wire and Fire – an Okanagan-based string jazz trio with a rich soul-driven sound of classic swing mixed with choice modern selections.
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC (SO, INVITE YOUR FRIENDS!)
For more information, please contact:
Jen at 250.868.4836
education@kelownamuseums.ca
Wards Hard Cider
Wards Hard Cider is situated on a fifth generation family orchard that was settled by Great Grandad Ward in 1918. Wards Cider is made from 100 percent tree-ripened, handpicked cider specific apples from our orchards in the sunny Okanagan Valley. It is the perfect all natural and gluten-free alternative to beer, and remains true to the old family recipe of back-to-basics and wholesome.
Website: www.wardshardcider.com
Wood Wire and Fire
Wood Wire and Fire is a string jazz trio founded by bassist Darko Cuk with violinist Denis Letourneau and guitarist Gil Kafka. Their sound is rich, decadent and layered like a perfect pastry from a French Café. Classic swing mixed with choice modern selections their set is fluid and smooth with an energy that is feel good and soul driven. They have been playing around the Okanagan together since 2016.
Darko came to Canada some 25 years ago from Croatia where he studied classical and jazz bass. In Vancouver he furthered his Jazz education at the Capilano college in the nineties and embarked on a professional career in ’98. Musical engagements took him touring around the world with cover bands or doing cruise ship contracts on Seabourn, Cunard and Norwegian cruise lines sailing around the world for nearly a decade before settling down in Calgary in 2005. After making himself known in Kelowna he landed a 2nd bass position in the Okanagan Symphony and has been busy playing in a few bands around town including Wood, Wire and Fire.
Denis completed a B. Music violin performance degree from the U of A in Edmonton and at the same time began jazz violin work with the help of Tommy Banks in the early 70s. He has performed with many jazz ensembles in the Okanagan from 1980 to present and is currently focusing his attention on the jazz trio ‘Wood Wire and Fire’. Denis has recently retired as the Concertmaster of the Okanagan Symphony, after 39 years, and during that time performed with many world class solo acts. He also completed a duo cd with pianist/composer Stu Goldberg in 2006, entitled ‘Reinventions’.
Gil started his musical career playing in rock bands around Montreal as a teenager. He then moved to Toronto to gain a degree in jazz performance from University if Toronto. In 2006 he released a self-titled album of original music which is an eclectic mix of pop jazz and rock. In 2008 he earned a degree in music education from McGill University. In 2012 Gil and his wife moved to Kelowna where he now teaches full time as a music teacher at Rutland Senior Secondary. As of late he is focussed on playing jazz again and can be found in various groups around the Okanagan including Wood Wire and Fire.
About Neighbourhood Nosh
Neighbourhood Nosh is a free monthly event presented by Kelowna Museums as part of First Thursdays (a Cultural District initiative, learn more). This event has always been popular and we are happy to announce it has been re-invented with a fresh focus on local producers. Nosh provides you the opportunity to sample local bevies, treats, fruits and more. Mingle and meet new friends while participating in games, puzzles, or trivia.
Enjoy the Cultural Flavours of the Okanagan while you mingle in downtown Kelowna’s stunning heritage building – the Laurel Packinghouse!
Sesqui-what?
In 2017, Canada celebrates its 150th anniversary, or Sesquicentennial. This anniversary is also known as Canada 150, or C150 for short. Visit a museum and explore diverse cultures, histories, and possibilities.