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The Leading Ladies
"With a name that nods to marquee status and mentorship in equal measure,
it should be no surprise that the Leading Ladies Little Big Band
has taken the Canadian jazz scene by storm since its formation in 2019."
- Andy Rice, Powell River "Peak" News
11-woman big band 'The Leading Ladies' present a rare blend of modern and classic, showcasing beloved pieces from the big band era alongside modern-day originals. Directed by trombonist Casey Thomas-Burns, this dynamic and vibrant group of young women first came together to perform a single show in 2019. They've stuck together ever since.
'The Ladies' launched their community outreach program Ladies Night in 2022, and recently returned home from their 2023 West Coast Tour.
it should be no surprise that the Leading Ladies Little Big Band
has taken the Canadian jazz scene by storm since its formation in 2019."
- Andy Rice, Powell River "Peak" News
11-woman big band 'The Leading Ladies' present a rare blend of modern and classic, showcasing beloved pieces from the big band era alongside modern-day originals. Directed by trombonist Casey Thomas-Burns, this dynamic and vibrant group of young women first came together to perform a single show in 2019. They've stuck together ever since.
'The Ladies' launched their community outreach program Ladies Night in 2022, and recently returned home from their 2023 West Coast Tour.
Photo by Claire Pipher
Ladies Night: Jazz Jams for Women
The Leading Ladies are proud to present their community outreach program, the "LADIES NIGHT" Jazz Jam series. These jams were created to build a safe and comfortable environment for women and non-binary folks to play music, make mistakes, and grow their jazz ability. To find out more, please visit leadingladieslittlebigband.com/ladiesnight.
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Casey Thomas-Burns Jazz Quartet
For upcoming shows, please visit caseythomasburns.ca/shows
Deep Cove Big Band
Since 2021, Casey has directed North-Vancouver-based community ensemble The Deep Cove Big Band. The DCBB specializes in showcasing big band classics from the 1940's and 50's, and regularly performs across the Lower Mainland.
"DEEP COVE COMMUNITY SWING BAND SOCIETY (Deep Cove Big Band) is delighted to announce the recent appointment of our new Director CASEY THOMAS-BURNS.
Casey is the founder and director of the 10-woman jazz band 'The Leading Ladies', and holds a diploma in Jazz Studies from Capilano University, where she is currently pursuing her BMus. While at Cap, Casey has had the opportunity to study trombone with Dennis Esson and is currently the lead trombonist in the "A" band under the direction of Brad Turner.
The Deep Cove Big Band is looking forward to an exciting fresh start with Casey at the helm!"
