by Michelle Lacour
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March 6, 2026
Night Music is an improvisational music series held on the third Thursday of every month at The Ship Pub. It begins with an hour-long performance that serves as the anchor for the evening, after which the stage is opened up to anyone with an interest in improvising. Host Craig Squires puts together inspired groups of musicians who jam until their sonic exploration reaches a natural conclusion. Bring your instrument and join in on the fun!
The Ames Window are a 5-piece instrumental psychedelic post-rock band from St. John’s NL. Songs are born out of coincidental improvisational juxtapositions and include elements of rock, funk, folk, and jazz. Each performance blends compositions with free flowing improvisations, making each show unique, but familiar. The Ames Window have released two full length albums. A debut self-titled album was released in 2024, and the follow-up, ‘Six Hats’ was released in 2026.
The Ames Window features Neill Banks on Bass, Liam Foley on drums, Heath Matheson on electric guitar, Mark Scott on resonator guitar, and Ben Zendel on electric guitar.
Mar. 19 // The Ship // 9:30 // $10
Night Music is supported by the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, and Recreation.
Sound Arts Initiatives is pleased to present Day Music, a new monthly workshop and open jam series on the last Saturday of each month. Day Music is open to adults and youth ages 13 and up, no musical experience required. Offered in partnership with the Froude Avenue Community Centre, the space is fully accessible and parking is available. Admission is by donation.
March’s Day Music facilitator is Rozalind MacPhail with “Score the Moment.” Discover the magic of creating live music for film by experimenting with mood, texture, and sound while shaping a simple soundtrack for a short silent clip. This fun, accessible workshop offers an engaging introduction to how music transforms visual storytelling and is welcoming for all levels.
Rozalind MacPhail is a multi-award-winning audio-visual performer and music educator working at the intersection of sound, film, and live performance. She designs engaging, accessible workshops that encourage experimentation, listening, and creative connection.
https://rozalindmacphail.com/Be sure to stick around after the workshop for an open jam facilitated by The Nova Collective. Bring your instrument, or play one of ours!
Saturday, March 28th // 2:00pm // Froude Avenue Community Centre (89 Froude Ave.) // Admission by donation
Day Music is supported by the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, and Recreation, and by the International Institute for Critical Studies in Improvisation: Improvising Futures.
Neighbourhood Dance Works hosts Dance Improvisation Practices, a free, open space facilitated by NDW Artistic Director Julia Carr. This open studio invites dancers and movers to explore improvisation, play, listening, and compositional choice through shared practice.
The lab takes place every Wednesday from February to June 17th, with special sessions featuring live music on the first Wednesday of each month starting March 4th that invites musicians and dancers together for real-time, cross-disciplinary improvisation.
Location: Arts and Culture Centre, St. John’s — Dance Space
When: Wednesdays, 6:30–8:30 PM
Format: Drop-in — no commitment required
No prior experience is required—just curiosity and respect for the shared space.
For more information please visit: https://www.neighbourhooddanceworks.com/post/dance-improv
