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Riding With The King: The Music of Eric Clapton @ WICA
Riding With The King | The Music of Eric Clapton
Saturday, January 3rd @ 7:30 p.m.
The second show of Reshaped: A weekend of jazz-rock alchemy! What is Reshaped? Two nights of reimagined blues and rock classics, where jazz meets groove and fusion takes center stage. Join guitarists Honza Kourimsky and Troy Chapman and guests for a weekend celebrating the music of Eric Clapton and J.J. Cale —reinterpreted with improvisation, rhythm, and soulful energy.
Czech guitarist and composer Honza Kourimsky brings his fusion project Riding With The King to Whidbey Island, an electrifying reinterpretation of Eric Clapton’s legendary catalog through the lens of jazz, funk, and soul.
Kourimsky is a previous Scottish Jazz Awards and Peter Whittingham Jazz Award nominee whose work has been featured on BBC Radio 3, Jazz FM, and RFI France.
He is joined by an outstanding ensemble of local and regional talent: Keegan Harshman (bass), Roy Gabelein (drums), Grant Neubauer (piano), and Seattle saxophone legend Alex Dugdale, recipient of multiple Earshot Jazz Awards.
Special guests include violinist Gloria Ferry-Brennan, violist Marena Salerno Collins, vocalist Audrey Stangland, and guitarist Troy Chapman.
Together, this powerhouse lineup blends expressive solos, lush harmonies, and groove-driven energy to honor Clapton’s timeless music in a bold, contemporary style.
Pass available!
Please click the link below to purchase tickets!
https://purchase.wicaonline.org/ChooseSeats/20401
565 Camano Avenue, Langley
(360) 221-8268
Whidbey Island Center for the Arts http://www.wicaonline.org…
Read MoreTC Ryder & The Groovetones @ WICA
TC Ryder & The Groovetones
Friday, January 2nd @ 7:30 p.m.
The Art of JJ Cale
The first show of Reshaped: A weekend of jazz-rock alchemy! What is Reshaped? Two nights of reimagined blues and rock classics, where jazz meets groove and fusion takes center stage. Join guitarists Honza Kourimsky and Troy Chapman and guests for a weekend celebrating the music of Eric Clapton and J.J. Cale —reinterpreted with improvisation, rhythm, and soulful energy.
TC Ryder & The Groovetones bring a heapin’ helpin’ of the best grooves ever to come out of the Southwest — the songs of JJ Cale. One of the greatest popular composers of the 20th century, JJ Cale’s music continues to resonate well into the 21st century.
You’ll feel the deep groove from your toes on up, and maybe even sing along with a chorus or two!
An evening performed by a stellar core of musicians including TC Ryder on guitar and vocals, Greg Beck on guitar and vocals, Brad Thomas on keyboards, John Stawarz on bass, and David Malony on drums.
All ages welcome — you’ll rarely have this much fun! Pass available!
Please click the link below to purchase tickets to this event!
https://purchase.wicaonline.org/ChooseSeats/20201
Box Office
565 Camano Avenue, Langley
(360) 221-8268
Whidbey Island Center for the Arts
Read MoreMiddle Aged Boy Band @ WICA November 16
Middle Aged Boy Band by The Comedy Department
Sunday, November 16 @ 7:30 p.m.
Get ready to laugh, sing, and relive your favorite pop hits—sort of! Straight from Vancouver, BC, The Comedy Department brings you Middle Aged Boy Band, a hilarious fusion of music and comedy that’s part Whose Line Is It Anyway?, part Backstreet Boys, and all-out fun.
These “almost-famous” pop stars are back to prove they’ve still got it—high notes, dad bods, questionable dance moves, and all. Expect improv mayhem, spontaneous love ballads, and endless laughter from a troupe that just earned a Traveller’s Choice Award on TripAdvisor.
Don’t miss the greatest boy band that never was
—coming to Whidbey Island on November 16th
Please click the link below to purchase tickets to the fun event!
https://purchase.wicaonline.org/ChooseSeats/15402
Box Office
565 Camano Avenue, Langley
(360) 221-8268
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Read MoreLet’s Groove: Jazz Night @ WICA
Let’s Groove: Jazz Night 2025
May 21st @ 7:30 p.m.
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of rhythm, soul, and swing! Join us at Whidbey Island Center for the Arts as the South Whidbey High School Jazz Band takes the stage for a high-energy showcase of classic charts and bold improvisation. Known for their talent, heart, and award-winning sound, this group of rising stars will lead you on a journey through jazz—past, present, and future. From big band standards to modern grooves, this is a celebration of student artistry and community spirit you won’t want to miss.
Support the next generation of musicians and experience the joy of live jazz
—right here on Whidbey.
Please click the link below to purchase tickets to this event!
https://purchase.wicaonline.org/ChooseSeats/10001
Whidbey Island Center for the Arts
565 Camano Ave., Langley
(360) 221-8268
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Whidbey Jazz Residency May 23-24 @ 7:30 p.m.
Get Ready to Groove with Whidbey Jazz Residency!
Join us for two unforgettable nights of high-energy Jazz, Funk, and Latin fusion as the Whidbey Jazz Residency (WJR) returns to the stage! Featuring a powerhouse lineup of internationally acclaimed musicians, each with impressive solo careers, this all-star collective brings a fresh, spontaneous spirit to every performance.
No two shows are ever the same– surprise guests, vibrant improvisations, and genre-blending magic await. Whether you’re a jazz aficionado or just love a great night out, WJR delivers bold rhythms, soulful solos, and infectious energy that will leave you wanting more.
Core Members: Roy Gabelein, Keegan Harshman, Grant Neubauer, Troy Chapman, Danny Ward, Eric Vanderbilt-Mathews
Extended Crew: Stuart Hambley, Alex Dugdale
(Instrumentation varies and is always evolving—expect the unexpected!)
Don’t miss your chance to catch this electrifying experience live
– come for one night or double the fun with both!
Please click the link below to purchase tickets to this event! It will sell quickly!
https://purchase.wicaonline.org/EventAvailability?EventId=4602
Whidbey Island Center for the Arts
565 Camano Ave., Langley
(360) 221-8268
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Read MoreFiddler on the Roof @ WICA
Fiddler on the Roof | Theatre Production at WICA
April 11-27
Step into the world of tradition, love, and resilience as Whidbey Island Center for the Arts brings the beloved musical Fiddler on the Roof to the stage from April 11 to 27.
Set in the small Jewish village of Anatevka, Fiddler on the Roof follows Tevye, a humble dairyman, as he navigates the delicate balance between upholding tradition and embracing change. With five daughters eager to follow their hearts in a rapidly shifting world, Tevye faces personal and societal challenges that test his faith, his love for his family, and his connection to his heritage. Featuring iconic songs like “Tradition,” “If I Were a Rich Man,” and “Sunrise, Sunset,” this Tony Award-winning classic is a timeless and deeply moving celebration of family, faith, and the human spirit.
Don’t miss this unforgettable production filled with laughter, heartache, and the unbreakable bonds that tie generations together. Secure your tickets now and experience the magic of Fiddler on the Roof live at WICA!
Please click the link below to purchase tickets!
https://purchase.wicaonline.org/EventAvailability?EventId=5401
Whidbey Island Center for the Arts
565 Camano Ave., Langley
(360) 221-8268…
Canadian Steam Male Revue Parody & Music Comedy Show
Enjoy equal parts comedy, music and eh-rotica with Canadian Steam, an all-male ensemble bringing together sexy lumberjacks, talented improvisors, musicians and dancers. 18 and over only.
tickets: www.wicaonline.org…
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