An Evening With Jill Barber

MUSIC In Vancouver had the privilege to attend Jill Barber's performance at the Centennial Theatre on December 2nd!

I was expecting to sit in the theatre and listen to some jazz music. But Barber gave us so much more than that! I quickly came to realize that the night wasn't just about the music, but Jill's performance included laughter, heartfelt confessions, and fashion. From the audience and from Jill herself, we caught a glimpse of beautiful dresses and hairdos that served as instant reminders of earlier days of jazz. From the first moment Jill took the stage, the crowd's attention was captivated by the singer and her band, and we stayed enthralled until after she received her third standing ovation (yes, third!). And throughout the show Jill entertained us with personal stories, both compelling and, often, hilarious. As Jill once joked, she may be a "mix between Stuart McLean and Celine Dion", but her voice is absolutely amazing, and she seems so effortlessly comfortable in front of a crowd. She sang a collection of her songs that reflected her entire body of work, from frantic, toe-tapping tunes, to sweet and slow lullabies. Through her beautiful voice and music, we all followed Jill on an emotional journey.

More photos from the show after the break!

Jill allowed each member of her band to do a solo and often included them when she paused between songs to talk to the audience, showing her true appreciation for their contributions.

Overall it was an amazing night, and we sincerely hope that you'll catch Jill's show tonight in Maple Ridge if you're in the area! Jill also allowed us to ask her a few questions! Click here to read our interview with Jill Barber.