Blog Archive
Anke Helfrich from Germany (Special Thursday concert)
Recognized as “one of the leading jazz musicians in Europe today” (Jazzthetik, Jazz Magazine), pianist Anke Helfrich’s style is characterized by sound sensuality and swinging virtuosity. Nominated for the 2024 German Jazz Prize and the 2024 German Jazz Critics Award, her newest album, “We’ll Rise,” has been hailed for “soaringly beautiful … finely crafted …
Kirk MacDonald Quartet
With an established reputation as one of Canada’s leading saxophonists, Juno Award winning Kirk MacDonald cut his first record at the age of thirteen. Throughout his career, he has received numerous awards, and has worked with many leading musicians in a variety of musical genres. He has performed on over fifty CDs as both leader …
Jillian Mendez: The Natural Women Show (special Thursday night show)
The Natural Women Show hails from Toronto, and presents classic R&B with a focus on the music of Gladys Knight, Chaka Khan, Aretha Franklin and other influential women in Black music of the 60s, 70s and 80s. The show celebrates some of the seminal recordings in American music history, by Black women in the industry. …
Top Pocket
Throughout Top Pocket’s 33 year storied history the band has endured an early change of focus (from R&B to Jazz), one break up, one reunion (that has lasted 15 plus years to the present day), a few members leaving to be replaced by the two current members, an expansion from 4 members to 6, then settling …
Tevet Sela from Montreal
Photo by Cesar Ochoa Alto saxophonist Tevet Sela is a Montreal-based saxophonist and composer who brings a wealth and breadth of influences to his playing that few musicians possess. The adept and dexterous post bopper’s music is often drenched in heavy blues, klezmer and Middle-Eastern inflections. His music is full of wisdom, emotion and storytelling. …
Slidin’ Around: A Trombone Quartet & Rhythm Section Experience (SOLD OUT)
Get ready for an unforgettable night of smooth, soulful, and swinging jazz as Slidin’ Around takes the stage! This unique ensemble features the rich, bold sounds of a trombone quartet, perfectly paired with a dynamic rhythm section. Together, they will explore the full range of jazz—from mellow ballads to fast-paced bebop—showcasing the versatility of the …









