NOW Improvisation Workshops Fall 2024 at 8EAST FREE with NOW Membership, Donations gratefully accepted (here). for up to 15 participants Since 1978, the New Orchestra Workshop Society (NOW) has presented music improvisation workshops, offering space for exploration and participation. Our workshops are for improvisers of all levels of ability and ranges of experience, regardless of […]

​1st Annual LUCENT Festival Oct. 25 - 27 at 8EAST A Festival of Indigenous and improvising artists 8 East Pender Street, Vancouver Presented by the NOW Society All events: by donation $10/$20/FREE Our Resident Artist this year is Olivia Shortt! This year’s theme: playing the forest   October 26 8:00 pm Branching Songs Ensemble Julie […]