Toronto’s Aviva Chernick has garnered critical acclaim and a devoted following as the charismatic lead singer of the twice JUNO-nominated group Jaffa Road. Now, with her solo project and CD release, “When I Arrived You Were Already There,” Aviva has revealed the stunning range of her musical persona. Nominated for a 2013 Canadian Folk Music …
“She stands out as a player with an alternatingly pure and hard-toned strength, facility and imagination.” – Gapplegate Music Review Juno-nominated in 2013 for their debut album, “The Sky Was Pale Blue, Then Grey,” the Allison Au Quartet is a Toronto-based modern Jazz ensemble. Since it’s formation in 2009, the group has maintained a steady …
“Pat has tremendous musical ability beyond technical facility. He has great power of concentration to detail and is totally committed with body and soul.” – Elvin Jones Pat Labarbera (alto & tenor saxophonist, flutist, clarinetist, composer, jazz educator) was born in Warsaw, New York on April 7, 1944, and spent the first thirty years of …
Known for his trumpet playing, composing and arranging, Andrew’s musical life actually began when he was given a set of drums for this 10th birthday. The trumpet soon followed as he quickly established himself in the musical community of his hometown Cambridge, Ontario by playing and hosting festivals and events in his teenage years. Since …
Please note that there is a special admission charge for 2014/15 passholders and this event is not included for new 2015/16 passholders. Doors open at 6:30. Show starts at 8:30. “Guido Basso is one of the best musicians this country has ever produced. Period.” – Jazz FM “He is credited with the theory that one …
“Jazz, you say? Oh yeah, and a robust jazz at that! …Hypnotic, muscular rock on the same page as The Bad Plus. In brief, something that will make you move!” -Le Journal de Montréal “Ambient music bordering the experimental, with a touch of rock. Really a young trio to look out for.” …
“a fabulous mainstream approach, with great technique and ideas” – Kitchener-Waterloo Record “In addition to his evident skills as a pianist, Whiteman has a knack for composition, crafting bold post-bop tunes and elegant ballads that feel right at home with the group’s versions of standards.”– Stuart Broomer, Toronto Life “accessible, melodic and charming” – L.A. …
****** NOTE: This show is completely sold out. Due to fire code restrictions, we will (sadly) not be able to admit anyone without a ticket (including passholders as this is a Special Event). There are many exceptional shows yet to come this spring! Thanks for your interest, and see you in the club! ****** The …
Piano/Bass/Drums – a classic jazz trio format. HWO is original music penned by Thomas Hammerton, Tyler Wagler, and Dave O’Neill. In the mix are tunes by Radiohead, the Beatles, Tears for Fears, Genesis, Tom Waits, and favourite songs from the massive catalogue of the standards repertoire. HWO are excited to expand the trio to a …
