Rooftop Rhythms: Mivule

Enjoy free jazz-ish concerts throughout July and August on the roof of the Central Library, one of Vancouver's most beautiful public spaces! Our Summer concert series Rooftop Rhythms has something for everyone !

Mivule is an 8-piece Afro Reggae band based out of Vancouver, BC, Canada. Their music is centred around roots reggae and Afrobeat, but the band is also expanding their sound to include more genres such as jazz and funk.

Lead singer Brian Baroda draws on his experiences as a South Sudanese refugee to infuse the music with hopeful messages in English and East African languages. Themes of peace, justice, and love are common in the song lyrics. Mivule released their first album in September 2024.

Live Music at VPL is generously supported by VPL Foundation donors

Accessibility: VPL is committed to making our programs accessible for all. If you have an access need that we have not addressed here, please email us at [email protected].

• Level 8 is accessible via the main elevators. • The Rooftop Terrace is an open outdoor area, that will be busy during the performance. • Participants are welcome to move, take breaks, or leave the space as needed. • There will be a few seating options available: benches, stools, metal chairs. Patrons are welcome to bring their own seating if they wish • We will reserve a section of chairs for people with mobility needs. There will also be spaces for wheelchairs and mobility devices. • This performance takes place outside, patrons should prepare to spend time in the sun. In the case of extreme weather, the event will be moved inside

For more information on physical access, view the Accessibility information on the Central Library page.