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Jazz Collective (All-Star Sextet) – opening band: Uptown Youth Jazz Ensemble

When: January 12, 2014 @ 7:30 am – 10:30 am

This newly-formed group of extraordinary talent is one you are not going to want to miss.  Individually, they bring a sense of spirit and intensity to their various endeavours.  Collectively they will no-doubt set a new path for this ensemble format, and you would be crazy to miss one of the maiden-voyage outings with these …

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Brubeck / Braid (Duo) – opening band: Derek Hines Trio

When: January 11, 2014 @ 7:30 am – 10:30 am

With David Braid (piano) and Matt Brubeck (cello), a stronger creative pairing could hardly be imagined. Montreal Jazz Festival Shanghai Two-time Juno winner, Braid has been hailed as “A jazz genius to call our own” by McLean’s Magazine. He is among a new generation of Canadian artists making his mark on international stages, having performed …

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Mark Eisenman Trio

When: January 5, 2014 @ 7:30 am – 10:30 am

  One of the truly great Canadian pianists, Mark Eisenman returns to The Jazz Room after bringing the house down during season one.  Mark has performed in many different venues with numerous eminent Canadian and U.S. jazz artists including: Art Farmer, Barney Kessel, Ed Bickert, Rob McConnell, Sam Noto, and Pat LaBarbera.   He has received The …

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Top Pocket

When: January 4, 2014 @ 7:30 am – 10:30 am

Top Pocket is one of the most beloved jazz combos in the Region.  With musical roots going back as far as 1985, the group has evolved through many permutations and musical styles.  Their last performance at The Jazz Room introduced the new saxophone seat, Robin Habermehl to a packed house and a delighted audience.  With …

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The Ted Quinlan Opening Band Series

When: December 8, 2013 @ 5:30 am – December 29, 2013 @ 10:45 am
Where: Jazz Room

We were very fortunate to have had Mike Downes curate our November opening band series, and we (and you!) lucked out again for December: we are very pleased to present the Ted Quinlan Opening Band Series, featuring up-and-coming artists from Toronto to accompany your dinner hour, at no additional cost to the main show.  If …

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Eric DiVito – CD Release

When: December 2, 2013 @ 1:30 am – 3:30 am
Where: Jazz Room @ The Huether Hotel

Eric DiVito – The Second Time Around, CD release. Eric is thrilled to announce the official release of his second studio album, The Second Time Around, on PJC Records.  Physical and digital copies are now available through iTunes, CD Baby, Amazon and more. Come early for a free copy of his first record to the first 50 paying customers! Click …

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Tools for Improvising – Workshop with Lorne Lofsky

When: April 6, 2014 @ 1:00 am – 2:30 am
Where: The Jazz Room @ The Huether Hotel , 59 King Street North, Waterloo, ON N2J, Canada

Workshop with Lorne Lofsky Join Lorne for a workshop on sounds, techniques and devices you will need for your improvisations! Two pieces that Lorne will be talking about, as well as playing through, Blue Seven and So What… just click to get through to the full chart: This Saturday afternoon workshop will include a lecture/demo …

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Workshop with Ingrid Jensen

When: March 16, 2014 @ 1:00 am – 2:30 am
Where: The Jazz Room @ The Huether Hotel , 59 King Street North, Waterloo, ON N2J, Canada

Workshop with Ingrid Jensen Join Ingrid, coming to us all the way from New York, for a fascinating discussion and workshop on her music! This Saturday afternoon workshop will include a lecture/demo component geared to complement the evening show.  In addition to the insights and examples of technique, participants have an opportunity to play along …

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Workshop with Dave Wiffen and Dave Thompson

When: April 13, 2014 @ 1:00 am – 2:30 am
Where: The Jazz Room @ The Huether Hotel , 59 King Street North, Waterloo, ON N2J, Canada

Workshop with Dave Wiffen and Dave Thompson Join us for a fascinating discussion and workshop! This Saturday afternoon workshop will include a lecture/demo component geared to complement the evening show.  In addition to the insights and examples of technique, participants have an opportunity to play along with the professionals leading the workshops!

Workshop with Greg Runions and Dave Barton

When: March 2, 2014 @ 3:00 am – 4:30 am
Where: The Jazz Room @ The Huether Hotel , 59 King Street North, Waterloo, ON N2J, Canada

Greg Runions and Dave Barton Greg Runions (vibraphone) and Dave Barton (guitar) will talk about their respective approach to creating music using a couple examples from the pieces they will perform at their gig.   From Greg: “After creating a fair amount of music for large and small ensembles I’ve started to understand my own …

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