Top Pocket returns to the Jazz Room to attempt back-to-back sell out performances! One of Waterloo’s best-known, and most popular Jazz bands since the late 80’s, this quartet has ranged from be-bop, fusion, Latin, traditional and jazz these guys with tremendous versatility and depth! Their album 11:11, released at the Registry Theatre in 2010, includes the demanding and compelling …
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Aug 14
Friday, Sept 7 – Larry Larson and his Jazz Guys
One of the finest moments of the KW Jazz Room was it’s first – and this year is no exception as Larry Larson returns for the first show of the 2012/2013 season. Larry Larson is well known as a superb trumpet and flugelhorn player, one of K-W’s own. From his origins in jazz trumpet through a …
Aug 10
Summer Concerts at the Jazz Room
Visit the Jazz Room for these off-season events (season’s passes do not apply)! 1. Friday August 24th Shannon Lyon and Rob Szabo $15 in advance, $20 at the door tickets available at Encore Records or www.ticketweb.ca 2. Thursday September 27th ‘The Art of Bob Dylan’ a NUMUS event
Aug 09
Jazz Society Success!
The first season the KW Jazz Room has been featured in the Record. A big thanks to everyone who attended and to those who performed!
Jun 18
Blues Society brings King to Waterloo
American blues-man Chris Thomas King is coming to the Jazz Room at 8 pm on Saturday June 30th! While annual passes do not apply to this event, this show will be steeped in the blues tradition! http://www.therecord.com/whatson/artsentertainment/article/744070–acclaimed-american-bluesman-performs-at-the-jazz-room Advance tickets ($25) available at the Orange Monkey in Waterloo, Encore Records in Kitchener and online at www.ticketscene.ca.
Jun 04
Saturday, July 21 – Jam Session
A recipe for good music? First, a little fine inspiration with Holly Cole’s headliner at the KW Jazz Festival. Then, a brilliant set by the swinging Joni Nehrita band that will lift you from your seats just when you thought you could sit awhile. Then, play away the night in a jam session that brings …
Jun 04
Friday, July 20 – Ray Podhornik Sextet
Ray’s Sextet brings a Latin touch to what approaches a big band sound. A versatile and accomplished artist, Ray’s high energy trumpet lead can take many turns from soul and blues to rock to swing. “…his solo’s and horn section work will drop your jaw” – The Soul Mission. Ray Podhornik has been “rated as …
Jun 04
Friday, June 29 – The Chris Tarry Group
Based in New York City, Chris Tarry is an internationally celebrated electric bass player. With four Juno Awards from ten Juno nominations, and many other high profile accolades, he has established himself as one of North America’s leading innovators. “Tarry is a bass guitarist with a Swallow-esque aptitude; a fiery soloist and technician.” – Bass …
Jun 03
Saturday, June 23 – Matt Brubeck Trio
Juno Award winning jazz ‘cellist Matt Brubeck is celebrated on the Canadian jazz scene. You’ll have to look hard to find a jazz veteran that doesn’t light up at the mention of his name. The bond is one that is shared by jazz architects – the incredibly responsive improvisation that is the hallmark of a …
Jun 03
Luca Ciarla – The Jazz Architect
This is shaping up to be the concert of the year at the Jazz Room!