Tuesdays aren’t especially fun unless you go for those half-off tickets at Cineplex. But as Vancouver grows and becomes even more vibrant with creativity of all types, there is something to do every weekday. This Tuesday, September 16, the Painted Ship in Kitsilano will turn into a hub of sound. Ron Samworth and his Pat Pending Trio will create an unforgettable jazz experience at 8 PM. For just $10, which gets automatically added to your bill, this intimate venue will resonate with their beautiful music, described by Infidels Jazz as “spacious, textural, swinging and thoughtful.” Samworth, a Vancouver icon for over 30 years, plays guitar and effects, Jesus Caballero on drums, Karlis Silins on bass, and is joined by Bradshaw Pack on pedal steel.
(Infidels Jazz / website)
Walking into the Painted Ship, dim lights cast a warm glow over the wooden tables. The soft clink of glasses mixes with the crowd’s chatter. Samworth’s guitar drifts through the room like a gentle breeze, rising and falling, guiding you through the landscape of their music. Their sound, inspired by the natural world, feels alive, reflecting Vancouver’s coastlines, open skies, and forests. Their performance is part of the monthly Sea Legs jazz series. It urges us to act: if we want Vancouver to thrive, we need to support its artists.
We often say we want Vancouver to be more fun, have more music spots. Still, we sometimes hesitate to invest. Local artists like Samworth pour their hearts into performances that turn ordinary nights into memorable events. But venues like the Painted Ship can’t survive without our support. That $10 ticket, which costs less than a movie ticket, fuels creativity, keeping spaces open and making artists inspired. It brings hope, especially since people have worked for decades to perform and earn from their art. When you buy a ticket or donate, you’re not just supporting the artist in the short term; you’re telling venues that people want to see them more and that they can draw a crowd. You are using your money to vote for the artists you want to see and the venues you enjoy.
Supporting local talent isn’t charity; it’s about building a vibrant city. It’s contributing to what you want to see more of. Every local artist is a thread in Vancouver’s cultural fabric. By showing up, we weave those threads tighter, shaping a city that is fueled by community and creativity. So, on Tuesday, let’s sell out the Painted Ship, and prove that Vancouver’s creative side is worth every penny.