Violin improvisations with Vancouver's most exciting musicians Parmela Attariwala has been at the forefront of the Canadian creative music scene for decades, having worked with Carla Bley, Don Thompson, Anthony Braxton, the NOW Orchestra, and many other luminaries in her roles as composer, violinist, and bandleader. She'll be performing her first Infidels show on January 31 as part of the New Thing, collaborating with Julia Ulehla (vocals), Cole Schmidt (guitar) & John Brennan (Drums). The New Thing is a monthly series featuring the best of Vancouver's creative & improvised music scene. It's presented by Infidels Jazz, with support from the Vancouver Jazz Orchestra Society. Parmela Attariwala Zameen Art House 1515 Anderson Doors: 730PM Show: 800PM $20 in advance, $25 at the door January 31, 2026