The Duncan Wilson Trio is a classic jazz piano trio with an emphasis on tight ensemble playing, energetic arrangements, and melodic creativity. With the same lineup for nearly two years, you will have the opportunity to enjoy one of the few consistently working piano trios on the Ontario jazz scene. Duncan Wilson (b. 2002) is …
Join us for an evening celebrating the lives and music of three legendary women of soul – Whitney Houston, Sade and Amy Winehouse – whose music and style influenced a generation. The three vocalists presenting this tribute each graced the Jazz Room stage individually last season, and we are excited to see them together for …
Born in Japan and growing up in the GTA, Mike Kawabe’s background in jazz, classical, world and various pop music idioms has provided him with a rare perspective. A drummer-percussionist-writer-arranger-educator who continues to perform in all styles of music for over 30 years. Mike has played with the likes of Guido Basso, Pat Labarbera, …
The Seth McNall Sextet – Modern Jazz, Classic Sound – As a passion project to expand the horizons of small group jazz in the London area, Seth McNall initially formed his Sextet as an avenue to perform the music and arrangements of the late Joe Edmonds, a mentor to countless musicians around Southwestern Ontario. Since …
Photo Credit: W Stephen Cooper Pianist and composer Nancy Walker has been recognized with honours Canada-wide, …
“…a cohesive unit with an extraordinarily flexible mindset…at every step of the way, this band breathes and bends as one.” (Dan Billawsky, All About Jazz) Hailed by Downbeat for its “deft analysis of choice repertoire,” and by the Chicago Reader for its “diversity of approaches to all kinds of source material,” the JOE POLICASTRO TRIO is a forward-thinking, …
Back by popular demand after a sold-out show in January 2025, Xavier Solis returns to the Jazz Room stage with an intimate and unforgettable experience. Motown classics meet modern soul, alongside his original songs heard around the world like “Te Acuerdas?” and “Maison Rouge”. Expect soaring vocals, irresistible grooves, and a night that shows you …
Peripheral Vision is a Toronto-based jazz quartet that brings a deep respect for the jazz tradition into conversation with modern compositional ideas and improvisational freedom. Co-led by guitarist Don Scott and bassist Michael Herring, the group has been performing together for over 15 years, developing a strong musical rapport rooted in swing, interplay, and …
Photo Credit: Calm Elliott-Armstrong ”A fully realized, unique, and brilliant voice in the Canadian music scene.” – Ross MacIntyre, Juno Nominated Canadian Bassist Kalya Ramu, Canadian jazz vocalist, composer, educator, and …
“A powerhouse of groove-jazz and grit.” PowerHouse TreeOh! is a tight, groove-driven jazz trio blending punchy funk rhythms, vibrant keyboard textures, and gritty guitar flair. Led by Polish guitarist Wojtek Justyna—known for his distinctive tone, versatility, and inventive compositional style—the group features two outstanding musicians from Ontario’s vibrant scene: keyboardist Jake Zap, whose imaginative work …
