History

The root of Hermann’s Jazz Club began on February 25, 1981, at the Bastion Inn on Government St. As the story goes, German entrepreneur Hermann Nieweler [Knee-well-er] was persuaded by his friend Barry Stubbs to book Al Pease Trio (Al Pease, Toni Blodgett and Ross Botten) to bring a "better class of people" to the lounge. Then they brought up the Friday Harbor’s Island City Jazz Band for a weekend performance at his hotel lounge. Performances by Dixieland Express soon followed, and they moved the show up to the mezzanine and dance floor. Hermann’s love for a good party, lively music and happy patrons led to his establishment of the venue then called the 'Dixieland Inn'.

Hermann moved to the current View Street location in 1986 and rebranded as 'Hermann’s Jazz Club'. In 2000, our 753 View St location suffered heavy damage from a fire. A testament to his commitment, Hermann rebuilt at great personal expense. Our friend Hermann passed on June 10th, 2015. From 2015 to 2024 his family faced many issues but have remained dedicated to their father's legacy. After running a successful fundraising campaign the non-profit Arts On View Society has taken over as of July 15th 2019. We will continue to operate Hermann's as a community spirited venue with the support of the venue's generous patrons. On March 18th, 2024 the City of Victoria announced themselves as the new owners of the building in conjunction with the Victoria Music Strategy program. The Arts On View Society welcomes the opportunity to continue with our new landlords at this iconic venue.

Many nationally and internationally acclaimed acts have graced our stage over the years. Longtime local bands from the venues earliest days continue to play at the club, including CanUS with local legend/reedman Al Pease and the Tom Vickery Trio. Multiple generations of musicians interact and perform at this local institution and contribute to its role as an incubator of local talent. These musicians have travelled the world and helped to put Victoria on the national and international music map. With good acoustics, a relaxed intimate atmosphere, and top notch cuisine, Hermann's Jazz Club continues to be a landmark in the world of modern live performance.



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May
4
2025

CanUS | Traditional Jazz Matinee

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The joy of playing our unique traditional jazz that CanUS is known for is a ple...
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM doors at 12:00 PM $25 plus fees/tax, walk-ins welcome Presented by: Arts On View Society

May
3
2025

Club Voltaire | Django Jazz

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Club Voltaire featuring Oliver Swain, Adam Dobres, Richard Moody & Paul Dowd ...
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM doors at 5:30 PM $30 plus fees/tax, walk-ins welcome Presented by: The Victoria Django Society

May
2
2025

Relics | Playing the music of Pink Floyd

Pink Floyd, the iconic English rock band, formed in London in 1965. Gaining an e...
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM doors at 5:30 PM $25 plus fees/tax, walk-ins welcome
Presented by: Arts On View Society

May
1
2025

Relics | Playing the music of Pink Floyd

Pink Floyd, the iconic English rock band, formed in London in 1965. Gaining an e...
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM doors at 5:30 PM $25 plus fees/tax, walk-ins welcome
Presented by: Arts On View Society

Apr
30
2025

UJAM Club Night | Musical Friends

UJAM affords amateur singers and musicians a chance to perform backed by a quart...
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM doors at 5:30 PM $10 members / $15 non-members (sold only at the door) Presented by: Universal Jazz Advocates & Mentors (U-JAM) Society

Apr
27
2025

Kiran Ahluwalia & Her Band led by Rez Abbasi

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Two-time JUNO winner Kiran Ahluwalia’s open-hearted vocals have established he...
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM doors at 5:30 PM Early priced tickets $25 plus fees/tax, walk-ins welcome
Presented by: Arts On View Society

Apr
26
2025

The Beautiful Maladies | The music of Tom Waits

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The Beautiful Maladies have been bringing the music of Tom Waits to live audienc...
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM doors at 5:30 PM $30 plus fees/tax Presented by: Arts On View Society

Apr
25
2025

Pablo Cardenas Plays the Jazz Piano Masters & Afro-Cuban Jazz Legends

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World class Cuban pianist Pablo Cardenas performs a tribute to the Jazz piano ma...
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM doors at 5:30 PM $30 plus fees/tax walk-ins welcome Presented by: Arts On View Society

Apr
24
2025

Quote the Raven & Suzie Ungerleider

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Jordan Coaker and Kirsten Rodden-Clarke, have been performing together for over ...
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM doors at 5:30 PM $25 plus fees/tax, walk-ins welcome
Presented by: Arts On View Society

Apr
23
2025

Louise Rose | Alone Together

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Louise Rose is a living Canadian treasure. She studied classical voice in Pennsy...
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM doors at 5:30 PM $20 plus fees/tax, walk-ins welcome Presented by: Arts On View Society

Apr
20
2025

Jun Iida Quintet | on tour from NYC!

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Award winning trumpeter, composer, and educator Jun Iida is known for his dynami...
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM doors at 5:30 PM $25 plus fees/tax, walk-ins welcome
Presented by: Arts On View Society

Apr
19
2025

Angela Verbrugge Quartet | Greatest Love Songs ‘30s to the ‘50s

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What are the “greatest” love songs popularized during the 1930s to 1950s? Co...
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM doors at 5:30 PM $28 plus fees/tax, walk-ins welcome
Presented by: Arts On View Society

Apr
18
2025

The Music of Nancy Wilson and Cannonball Adderley

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Performing music from the iconic collaboration between Nancy Wilson and Cannonba...
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM doors at 5:30 PM $28 plus fees, Walk-ins welcome Presented by: Arts On View Society, Rising Star Series

Apr
17
2025

Brandon Isaak & The Mood Swings

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A dash of Taj Mahal, a sprinkle of B.B. King and a few drops of Lightning Hopkin...
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM doors at 5:30 PM $25 plus fees/tax, Walk-ins Welcome Presented by: Arts On View Society

Apr
16
2025

Anthony Stanco featuring Jocelyn Gould

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Trumpeter Anthony Stanco is a virtuoso player and composer deeply steeped in the...
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM doors at 5:30 PM $20 advance plus fees/tax, $25 plus fees at the door
Featuring Canadian guitar phenomenon Jocelyn Gould | John Lee, drums | Louis Rudner, bass
Presented by: Arts On View Society

Apr
13
2025

David Santana Quartet plays the music of Freddie Hubbard

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Join us for an unforgettable evening of jazz with the David Santana Quartet, fea...
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM doors at 5:30 PM $25 plus fees/tax, walk-ins welcome Presented by: Arts On View Society

Apr
12
2025

JOHN LEE plays the Guitar!

Multi-Instrumentalist JOHN LEE reunites with long time colleagues TONY GENGE and...
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM doors at 5:30 PM $25 plus fees/tax, walk-ins welcome Presented by: Arts On View Society

Apr
11
2025

Canadian Beauty presents: Two Bobs & A Mule play Bob Dylan's Blood On The Tracks

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Plus other favourites and gems!
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM doors at 5:30 PM $30 plus fees/tax, walk-ins welcome Presented by: Arts On View Society

Apr
10
2025

Canadian Beauty presents: Two Bobs & A Mule play The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan

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Plus other favourites and gems!
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM doors at 5:30 PM $30 plus fees/tax, walk-ins welcome Presented by: Arts On View Society

Apr
9
2025

UVic Café Scientifique | Scientific collaboration and ‘big science’ at CERN

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At CERN, thousands of scientists from around the world come together in scientif...
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM doors at 5:30 PM Free