photo credit: Stuart Lowe
Guitarist, composer and educator James Brown has been a long time staple on the Canadian jazz scene. His set list features critically acclaimed original tunes by Brown along with tasty standards and not so standard tunes by Joni Mitchell, Neil Young and the Beatles. He released his fifth album of original music, Anthem for Everyone. This engaging and genre-blurring project features an eclectic lineup of Toronto-based musicians, including violinist Aline Homzy, bassist Clark Johnston, and vocalist/pianist Hannah Barstow.
James Brown is one of Canada’s most talented and versatile musicians. A a guitarist, composer and educator, he has produced five acclaimed recordings of original music. Marrying his extensive background in classical performing and composing with jazz, he has created a unique musical space for himself. He has performed with many leading artists and ensembles including The Toronto Symphony Orchestra Sound Streams Canada and Can Stage.
Personnel:
James Brown -guitar/compositions
Hannah Barstow-piano and vocals
Clark Johnston-bass
Checkout:
“I’m Getting Sentimental Over You” live at The Rex “Alyster and I” live at Koerner Hall
“Chalet Music” live at Koerner Hall
Learn more here: https://www.jamesbrown.ca/
