Ally Fiola is a Nova Scotian saxophonist, film composer, and bandleader of The Next Quest, a groove-based jazz ensemble. Known for blending quirky melodies with infectious grooves inspired by funk, soul, and New Orleans brass bands, Ally’s emotionally charged jazz compositions have earned recognition, including a nomination at the 2022 Marvin Hamlisch International Music Awards and multiple …
Gordon Sheard is a musician (pianist, keyboardist, composer, arranger, producer) and music educator (full-time professor at Humber College in Toronto) with a PhD in ethnomusicology. In addition to leading his own bands — including Gordon Sheard & SInal Aberto, and the Gordon Sheard Trio — he plays with several bands and does various freelance gigs …
“I’ve seen a lot of guys play Sinatra. Adam’s the best” – QUINCY JONES Adam James is a multi-passionate and award-winning Canadian jazz vocalist, keynote performer, songwriter, and thought leader who inspires audiences to embrace creativity, connection, and co-creation. With a unique blend of soulful music, transformative storytelling, and visionary philosophy, Adam challenges societal norms …
Although initially self taught, Doug Wilde was able to talk his way into a few music schools. At Humber College he studied arranging with the legendary Ron Collier, and was awarded the Duke Ellington Memorial Scholarship. He later studied film scoring and advanced arranging with Rayburn Wright and Manny Albam at the Eastman School of …
LMT Connection are a soul/funk trio established in 1989 who are true masters of their craft, having recorded seven albums, played over 7,000 shows including 15 tours of Europe (2003-2025) and 6 tours of China (2013-2018). At home in Canada they remarkably held a weekly residency at Toronto’s legendary Orbit Room for over 20 years. …
The Jazz Collective—Chris Alcantara (trumpet/flugelhorn), Don Di Carlo (piano), Joe Phillips (bass), and Jeff Floyd (drums), joined by special guest Blair Scanling (valve trombone)—celebrates the timeless swing and inventive dialogue of the Clark Terry and Bob Brookmeyer Quintet at the KW Jazz Room. Inspired by the warmth, humor, and masterful interplay of Clark Terry and Bob Brookmeyer, the group brings …
Avataar’s music is inspired by the deep musical traditions of India, Africa and Brazil, rooted within the framework of modern jazz. In an innovative marriage of ancient and modern, driving grooves intersect with cinematic atmospheres and soaring melodies, creating a fresh, emotive sonic experience. Bandmembers share an eclectic range of musical expertise-hardbop, pop, rock, …
Jeff Daniels has had a passion for jazz piano since he was 16 years old. Having been fortunate enough to see many of his piano idols like Tommy Flanagan, Bill Evans, Chick Corea in various Toronto venues in the seventies, he was inspired to follow his passion by studying jazz piano at university. After graduating …
