Toronto-born electric bassist Rich Brown has established himself as an incredibly versatile artist. Along with being one of the most called upon electric bass players in Canada, Rich is additionally a composer, producer, bandleader, educator and clinician, broadcaster, and voiceover artist. He has recorded three albums as a leader, and appears as a sideman on …
Internationally renowned violinist Jerzy Kapłanek has established himself as a chamber musician, member of the celebrated Penderecki String Quartet, soloist, dedicated teacher, adjudicator, artistic director of QuartetFest and lately as a jazz violinist. With his sublime, soulful sound, the Kaplanek Quartet will explore a combination of jazz standards and originals. They will introduce us to the varied and powerful tunes by iconic jazz violinists Jean-Luc Ponty, Didier Lockwood, Zbigniew Seifert and …
Harley Card is a Toronto based guitarist, composer, and singer-songwriter originally from Winnipeg Manitoba, via Ottawa Ontario. In addition to leading his own groups, Harley is known for his work with the eclectic Canadian bands; Hobson’s Choice, Stoptime, God’s Gift To Yoda, and Dream Logic. As a contributor to the jazz and creative music …
“Dánae Olano represents the future of the music…” — Felix Contreras, National Public Radio Dánae Olano is a contemporary Cuban piano master, carving her own musical path while exploring the legacy of the giants of jazz music. Born in Havana, Cuba and now based in Toronto, she has recorded and toured internationally and is a founding …
“Virginia MacDonald is going to turns some heads – she is a powerful new voice in the Canadian scene!” Mike Downes – Juno Award-winning bassist and composer “Virginia MacDonald is one of the new, upcoming jazz musicians that is hitting the music scene today. Her playing and improvising skills are top-notch, and from the composing …
The Usual Suspects bring a night of Funk, R&B and Soulful music to the Jazz Room. Featuring 3 fantastic voices singing classic songs from the 70’s 80’s 90’s and today, a good time is always guaranteed. Prince to Alicia Keys, Chaka Khan to TOTO and Janet Jackson, The Usual Suspects keep people of all ages grooving …
Tymish Koznarsky is a gifted jazz musician from Toronto, Canada. His mastery of the bebop style has had a major influence on the jazz landscape. Koznarsky is renowned for his nuanced and quick-witted improvisations, which take listeners on an engrossing voyage through the diverse and intricate realm of jazz. Koznarsky creates a tapestry of sound …
Originally from Qualicum Beach, B.C., bassist Pat Collins moved to Toronto in 1988 and has become one of the more active bassists on the Canadian Jazz Scene. Pat has performed with such legendary musicians as Oscar Peterson, Joe Henderson, Dizzy Gillespie, Herb Ellis, Jimmy Cobb and Lee Konitz. He has also performed with legendary Canadian …
By age 33, Emmy-nominated Trumpeter and Vocalist Benny Benack III has already become a leading voice in Jazz for his generation, while his trademark ebullience onstage assures his audiences he’s got “A Lot of Livin’ to Do” still to come! His sophomore album sharing that title featured the likes of bass luminary Christian McBride and …
“Over the last few years, Alex Bird has become one of the most exciting names on the Canadian Jazz scene. With praise from around the globe and alongside songwriting & piano partner Ewen Farncombe, Bird has created timeless and heartfelt originals for a modern audience. Over the last few years, this talented team has produced …
