John Coltrane 100 – FUNDRAISER

Name: John Coltrane 100 - FUNDRAISER
Start: 2026-09-16
End: 2026-09-16
Location: Helliwell Hall

John Coltrane 100 - FUNDRAISING EVENT

📅DATE: Wednesday, September 16, 2026
🕑TIME: 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm (Doors at 6:30 pm)
🏟️VENUE: Helliwell Hall
🗺️ADDRESS:  107 St. Paul Street, St. Catharines, ON 
💵PRICE: From $19 + HST + FEES / VIP Tables for 4: $150 + HST
🥗 FOOD: Available on site 
🍷DRINKS: Beer, wine, & non-alcoholic options 
🚗 PARKING: Street parking 

*Doors 6:30 pm / Concert starts at 7:30 pm

ABOUT THE SHOW

JOHN COLTRANE 100 in St. Catharines, 2026

Join us for an extraordinary celebration of John Coltrane, honouring one of the most influential and visionary musicians in jazz history.

This event is a FUNDRAISER for the 13th Annual Niagara Jazz Festival! Your support helps us continue bringing the transformative power of jazz and live music to our community through free community events, youth music education and mentorship programs, and opportunities for emerging artists. Every ticket, donation, and contribution helps keep music accessible, supports local artists, and inspires the next generation of musicians and music lovers. Together, we can keep jazz thriving in Niagara!

Featuring an all-star lineup of Canadian jazz icons and JUNO award winners, including Internationally recognized saxophonist Pat LaBarbera, acclaimed saxophonist Kirk MacDonald, celebrated drummer Terry Clarke, renowned bassist Neil Swainson, legendary pianist Brian Dickinson, this special concert will explore the timeless music, spirit, and legacy of John Coltrane.

From his groundbreaking compositions to his fearless improvisation and spiritual depth, Coltrane transformed jazz and continues to inspire generations of musicians. Experience his music brought to life by some of Canada’s finest jazz artists in what promises to be an unforgettable night of soul, creativity, and extraordinary musicianship.

One legend. One incredible lineup. A century of Coltrane.

:: PAT LABARBERA – Tenor Saxophone (JUNO award winner)

:: KIRK MACDONALD – Tenor Saxophone (Two-time JUNO Award winner)

:: BRIAN DICKINSON – Piano (Two-time JUNO Award winner)

:: TERRY CLARKE – Drums (Order of Canada recipient, JUNO Award winner, and five-time National Jazz Award winner)

:: NEIL SWAINSON – Upright Bass (Four-time JUNO Award-winner)

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:: OPENING ACT:

JAZZ 4 the AGES Youth performer and WINNER in the15 to 17 solo sax category:

CLARA MCNEIL

Clara McNeil is a Grade 10 student at West Niagara Secondary School and a dedicated musician and tenor saxophone player with a strong passion for jazz and live performance. She’s involved in almost every ensemble she can join, including concert band, jazz band, combo, drumline, and vocal ensemble, and also performs with the Brock Wind Ensemble and Jazz Band. Clara loves collaborating with her peers, bringing energy and creativity to every group, and is always eager to create, perform, and share her passion for music with others.

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ABOUT THE ARTISTS

Pat LaBarbera — Tenor Saxophone

A legendary figure in Canadian jazz, Pat LaBarbera is a JUNO Award-winning saxophonist whose powerful, expressive sound and extraordinary improvisational voice have made him one of the country’s most respected jazz musicians.

Kirk MacDonald — Tenor Saxophone

Kirk MacDonald is a two-time JUNO Award-winning saxophonist celebrated for his exceptional musicianship, dynamic improvisations, and distinctive voice on the Canadian jazz scene.

Brian Dickinson — Piano

A two-time JUNO Award winner, Brian Dickinson is one of Canada’s most accomplished jazz pianists, renowned for his creative approach, virtuosic playing, and remarkable versatility.

Neil Swainson — Upright Bass

A four-time JUNO Award winner, Neil Swainson is one of Canada’s most distinguished jazz bassists, known for his deep musicality, sophisticated sound, and extraordinary ability to anchor and elevate an ensemble.

Terry Clarke — Drums

Terry Clarke is a Canadian jazz legend and Order of Canada recipient. A JUNO Award winner and five-time National Jazz Award winner, he is celebrated for his impeccable time, dynamic style, and decades-long contribution to jazz in Canada.

ABOUT THE VENUE

Helliwell Hall is a vibrant downtown St. Catharines venue that blends a restored 1870s-era building with a modern craft brewery, live-music space, and event atmosphere. Located at 107 St. Paul Street, it offers a unique setting for concerts, private events, and community gatherings, with great acoustics, a lively atmosphere, and an on-site brewery.

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