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Jane Mortifee with Bill and Darlene at Cornerstone Bistro
Feb
20

Jane Mortifee with Bill and Darlene at Cornerstone Bistro

Thursday, February 20, 2025

The Renaissance woman, Jane Mortifee is returning once again to Cornerstone Bistro. Her powerhouse and emotional vocals will move you deeply. Jane’s long time musical director, Bill Sample, will be playing keys and singing BGs. Darlene Cooper will also be singing BGs (background vocals).

Jane has not just one but two CDs which were released in 2024. She will be singing selections from these as well as songs from her other CDs.

Be sure to reserve early as this event sells out very quickly.

For reservations: https://www.cornerstone-bistro.com/livemusic

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Jane Mortifee CD Release at Herons Nest
Feb
8

Jane Mortifee CD Release at Herons Nest

The illustrious Jane Mortifee will be performing songs from her recent two CDs and more! Jane is known for her powerful and emotion-filled vocals. She deeply moves and inspires her listeners. Jane has performed as a guest soloist on numerous television and live musical specials such as the Canada Day Special, The David Foster Special, and as an opening act for Bob Newhart at Expo ’86. She was a regular background singer on the Tom Jones, Paul Anka, and Rolf Harris TV series. She has also performed in many solo concerts, as well as in various club bands over the years. A career highlight for Jane was singing background vocals for Ray Charles.

This will be a two album release concert at the Herons Nest House! In the last two years, Jane has recorded “Just Here, Just Now, Just Enough” and “Lullabies for You” with Bill Sample.

Jane will be accompanied by her longtime musical director, Bill Sample. Darlene Cooper and he will be singing background vocals.

To Reserve your place for this intimate house concert, please send $35 to either:

  1. an e-Transfer to bill.sample67@icloud.com

  2. pay via credit card by this square link: https://square.link/u/SW4WmOt6

Bring your own beverage. Glasses and a small snack will be provided.

*No Wheelchair access

*There are stairs down to the concert space

Parking: Please park in a visitor stall across from the house. If full, there are numerous stalls around the complex on each road and at the Community building.

Directions from Heritage Mountain Road: Drive up Heritage Mountain Blvd. and turn left onto Parkside Dr. Then, you take an immediate left (very first driveway) into the Treetops Complex. The road is 101 Parkside Dr. You follow the windy road to the bottom and take the last left, Then, immediately bear right and we are right across from the parking stalls on the right - Unit #154.



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Jane Mortifee at Deep Cove Coffeehouse
Jan
17

Jane Mortifee at Deep Cove Coffeehouse

Deep Cove Coffeehouse is pleased to host and headline the fabulous powerhouse singer, Jane Mortifee, on January 17th, 2025. Jane will be accompanied by her long time musical director, the incomparable, Bill Sample. Darlene Cooper, will be joining them and singing background vocals.

The Deep Cove Coffeehouse features an opening act and a headliner and the $20 cash at the door fee also includes baked goodies and coffee.

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Jane Mortifee CD Release Concert
Nov
25

Jane Mortifee CD Release Concert

The Rogue Folk Club is hosting this concert:

Join us for the official CD launch of Jane Mortifee's new album 'Just Here Just Now Just Enough' produced by Bill Sample, mixed and mastered by Miles Foxx Hill.

She will be joined by the talented musicians who were the music makers on this project:

Bill Sample on keyboards and piano and background vocals, Miles Foxx Hill on bass, Tim Porter on guitar, Randall Stoll on drums, Tom Keenlyside on sax and Darlene Cooper on background vocals. Jane did the official launch for her last CD on the St James Hall stage 14 years ago. She’s happy to be back!

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House Concert with Jane Mortifee
Sep
23

House Concert with Jane Mortifee

  • 6250 Imperial Avenue West Vancouver, BC, V7W 2J3 Canada (map)
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Jane Mortifee will be singing songs from her brand new album (produced by Bill Sample) in an intimate setting of a house concert in Vancouver. She will be accompanied by Bill on (piano, BG vocals) and Darlene Cooper (BG vocals).

Cost is $35. Send an e-Transfer to: info@janemortifee.com (be sure to put name in memo)

Bring your own beverage; snacks will be provided. See poster below for more details.

Jane has been active in theatre, film, television and the studios doing voice-overs, jingles, and animated series for over thirty years. She has been nominated for an Actra Award and three Jessie Awards for her work in ‘John Gray’s Rock and Roll’ and ‘Don Messer’s Jubilee’ and Ann Mortifee’s ‘Reflections on Crooked Walking’. She was also a member of the cast of many theatrical productions and made many appearances on television in ‘Neon Rider’, ’21 Jump Street’, ‘Danger Bay’, ‘Airwolf’, as well as mini-series and feature films including the acclaimed ‘My American Cousin’. In addition, this 'Renaissance' woman is also an author - having published her first novel, "Out of the Fire", and currently finishing her 2nd book.

Jane's first love, however, is singing and she has performed as a guest soloist on numerous television and live musical specials such as the Canada Day Special, The David Foster Special, and as an opening act for Bob Newhart at Expo ’86. She was a regular background singer on the Tom Jones, Paul Anka, and Rolf Harris TV series. She has also performed many solo concerts, as well as in various club bands over the years. A career highlight for Jane was singing background vocals for Ray Charles.

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Jane Mortifee at Cornerstone Bistro w/ Bill and Darlene
Mar
16

Jane Mortifee at Cornerstone Bistro w/ Bill and Darlene

Bill and Darlene are once again joining Jane Mortifee at the Cornerstone Bistro in North Vancouver. Bill will play key and the two of the will lend their beautiful blend of harmonies and Jane’s powerhouse and heartfelt vocals.

An acclaimed theatre performer, familiar film and television actress, an in demand vocalist and voice-over artist, Jane is like a “Renaissance Woman” of the performing arts. Accompanied once again by the multi award-winning pianist Bill Sample and pitch-perfect vocalist Darlene Cooper, Jane will present her new show created especially for the Corner Stone Bistro audience.

For reservations call: 604-990-3602

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Jane Mortifee at Inlet Theatre
Feb
18

Jane Mortifee at Inlet Theatre

Inlet Theatre Music Series is excited to host the illustrious Jane Mortifee! She will be accompanied by a full band and BGs - Bill Sample (keys/BGvocals) , Darlene Cooper (BG vocals), Tim Porter (guitar), Miles Foxx-Hill (bass), Randall Stoll (drums)

Jane Mortifee has been active in theatre, film, television and the studios doing voice-overs, jingles, and animated series for over thirty years. She has been nominated for an Actra Award and three Jessie Awards for her work in ‘John Gray’s Rock and Roll’ and ‘Don Messer’s Jubilee’ and Ann Mortifee’s ‘Reflections on Crooked Walking’. She was also a member of the cast of many theatrical productions and made many appearances on television in ‘Neon Rider’, ’21 Jump Street’, ‘Danger Bay’, ‘Airwolf’, as well as mini-series and feature films including the acclaimed ‘My American Cousin’. In addition, this 'Renaissance' woman is also an author - having published her first novel, "Out of the Fire", and currently finishing her 2nd book.

Jane's first love, however, is singing and she has performed as a guest soloist on numerous television and live musical specials such as the Canada Day Special, The David Foster Special, and as an opening act for Bob Newhart at Expo ’86. She was a regular background singer on the Tom Jones, Paul Anka, and Rolf Harris TV series. She has also performed many solo concerts, as well as in various club bands over the years. A career highlight for Jane was singing background vocals for Ray Charles.

Since this concert is close to St. Valentine's Day - its a great event to celebrate with loved ones. Or as a beloved Valentine's Gift!

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Jane Mortifee at Bez Arts Hub
Feb
28

Jane Mortifee at Bez Arts Hub

Catch Darlene singing backup vocals for Jane Mortifee.

About Jane Mortifee

The non-stop creative soul and BC Entertainment Hall of Fame recipient Jane Mortifee, has performed with David Foster, Tom Jones, Paul Anka, John Denver and Ray Charles, to name a few. She's a stellar seasoned performer and an evening with her at the helm is not to be missed.

Backing up Jane at her Bez concert will be the all-star line-up of pianist Bill Sample, bassist Rene Worst and vocalist Darlene Ketchum (each of them have too many awards and accolades to mention here). It will be an eclectic evening of music including some classic funky R&B and heart-stirring ballads.

You’ll know Jane’s voice from her prolific theatre, jingle and backing vocal work and you’ll love to get to know her up close and personal as she takes us on an adventurous night of music.

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