History
Hermann’s Jazz Club began nearly 40 years ago, on February 25, 1981, at the Bastion Inn on Government St, when German entrepreneur Hermann Nieweler [Knee-well-er] was persuaded by his friend Barry Stubbs to book Friday Harbor’s Island City Jazz Band for a weekend performance at his hotel lounge. Hermann’s love for a good party, lively music and happy patrons led to his establishment of the Dixieland Inn at the hotel.
Hermann moved the club to the current View Street location in 1986 when it was renamed “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 2019 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.
Many nationally and internationally acclaimed acts have graced our stage over the years. Longtime local bands continue to play at the club, including CanUS, Dixieland Express, the Tom Vickery Trio and local legend/reedman Al Pease . 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, while helping attract renowned local transplants such as David Vest from the USA, Michael Kaeshammer from Germany and Pablo Cardenas from Cuba. With world class acoustics, a relaxed atmosphere, and top notch cuisine, Hermann's Jazz Club is a landmark in the world of modern live performance.
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Susannah Adams, rapidly gaining a reputation for her innovative and exciting vocal explorations of jazz standards on her debut album As the Morning L...
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It’s back to a virtual visit to Hermann's for a fun hour of traditional New Orleans Jazz and with a group of the musicians who know how to get those...
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Two up and coming local songbirds join together for a paired down evening of jazz, pop and acoustic favourites. Shanna and Kristina will be joined by ...
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Meet Canadian roots music artist and snowboarding pioneer Lester Quitzau, a mellow guy who throws down a heavy groove. In a field where intangibles li...
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Avram McCagherty is joined by the legendary Al Pease for an afternoon of Swing Music and Trad Jazz.
Al Pease is one of the greatest reed players a...
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Tony Genge, one of Canada’s leading jazz organists and jazz pianists joins the remarkably talented and beloved Joey Smith on guitar and the dynamic ...
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Oliver Swain has been a celebrated musician for years, held in high regard in acoustic and folk music styles for both his astonishing instrumental and...
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Nick will sing and perform his original music accompanied by Eryn on vocals! The set will feature sweet vocal harmonies throughout an array of composi...
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Please join us for a very special solo piano & voice concert featuring the one-and-only Ms Louise Rose!
Alone Together; Episode Three will feature ...
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Maria Manna, Ashley Wey and Louis Rudner will be LIVESTREAMING on May 17 from Hermann's Jazz Club to world! Sit back and relax and enjoy some jazz and...
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The Back Alley Trio are Victoria’s newest Blues band featuring bandleader Big Hank Lionhart, who is a commanding performer with his huge whiskey voi...
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This special show featuring Nylons favourites, songs from Vegas Breeze his newly released album!
Born in Vienna and raised in Canada, Micah cut his ...
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Lorraine Nygaard Live-Streaming from Hermann’s! Thursday, June 18th, from 6 - 7 p.m. PST
Joining Lorraine is Ashley Wey, piano & organ; Louis Rudne...
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Ashley Wey and Louis Rudner have been asked for so many requests for their next live stream show that they are doing an All Request Hour! Please get ...
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Pablo Cardenas will be performing on Hermann's Jazz Club live stream the music of Antonio Carlos Jobim, one of the most important composers of Brazil ...
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Hey folks, Nick La Riviere here! While many other musicians have been doing live streaming solo shows from their own homes since the start of the pan...
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Karel Roessingh & Joey Smith with special guest Mary Byrne play Birdsong in the Parkade
Very special guest flutist (or flautist, depending upon the...
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Tommy and Rob back in the club! This show will be fun and wonderful! Tom Vickery and Rob Johnson are an incredible duo that has so much fun! Straight ...
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For a nostalgic musical visit back in time, tune in to a live concert with Toni Blodgett & Damian Graham as they serve a taste of Scott Joplin, A dol...
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