Alex Dean, one of Canada’s great jazz saxophonists, has been a mainstay of the Canadian Music scene for many years. He has played with a who’s who of legendary musicians, bands and ensembles, including Gil Evans, Mel Torme, and Ray Charles. He held the tenor chair in the Grammy award winning Boss Brass, and he …
A classic piano jazz trio format, this group performs some original music penned by each of the three band members: Thomas, Tyler, and Dave. In the mix will be tunes by Radiohead, the Beatles, Tears for Fears, and favourite songs from the ‘standards repertoire’. Hammerton-Wagler-O’Neill has been playing a house gig at Manhattans …
Gray Matter is a Canadian contemporary jazz ensemble co-lead by brothers Justin and Derek Gray. The bass/drum duo – born and raised in Toronto – have both been composing creative music throughout their careers; together, they bring forward a unique blend of modern jazz and groove-based music. In March 2014, Gray Matter will be joined by special …
“…a confident explorer of contemporary grooves and harmonies, Harley’s playing on electric and acoustic guitars strives for the warmth and flow of Pat Metheny…..” – Ottawa Citizen “….On Hedgerow, Card’s sophisticated but accessible writing and the committed, well-measured playing from all hands are a potent combination.” -Ottawa Citizen Guitarist/composer Harley Card has been a major …
Vibrophonist Greg Runions (who also plays timpani with the Kingston Symphony) has been composing jazz music for larger ensembles for at least 25 years and has collaborated with Kenny Wheeler, Don Thompson, Mike Murley, Anthony Braxton and others. His big band compositions have a hard driving sound, reminiscent of the best of Gil Evans. The …
Will Fisher grew up in rural Nova Scotia, eventually studying in at both Humber College and the University of Louisville where he was a member of the Jamey Aebersold International Masters Quartet. Performing throughout North America, Fisher has built a reputation as one of Canada’s top young drummers. His debut album “Portage” received two nominations …
“A prodigious pianist who is about to become a national treasure” – Ross Porter CEO Jazz FM 91 “Robi Botos plays the piano with love and mastery” – Benny Green Robi Botos is no stranger to the Jazz Room having appeared here on multiple occasions as a sideman in various bands and accompanying …
As a returning Jazz Room perennial favourite, Ray Podhornik is one of the most popular jazz trumpet interpreters around. His chops and technique are impeccable, but it’s his emotional expressiveness and ability to inhabit a song that ultimately carries the day. His versatility in a wide range of genres brings a wonderful sense of variety …
