Award winning trumpeter and graduate The Berklee Global Jazz Institute, Andrew McAnsh is currently involved in several creative groups and initiatives, as well as a composition society. Andrew has worked with with notable artists including Esperanza Spalding, Danilo Perez, John Patitucci, Brian Blade, Bill Dobbins Terri-Lyne Carrington, George Garzone, Pat Labarbera, Googoosh, Larnell Lewis, Hilario Duran, and …
Alex Dean, one of Canada’s foremost jazz saxophonists, has been a mainstay of the Canadian music scene for many years. He has played and recorded with Gil Evans, Kenny Wheeler, Aretha Franklin, Natalie Cole, Harry Connick Jr., Phil Nimmons, the Dave McMurdo Jazz Orchestra, the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, and the Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra. …
Get ready for a night of groove, rhythm, and soul as Innuendo, one of Southern Ontario’s premier live bands, takes the stage at The Jazz Room. Known for their live music with energy and style, this dynamic five-piece delivers an unforgettable mix of Soul, R&B, and Funk, blending timeless classics with contemporary hits that …
“This fantastic big band packs an irresistible wallop of musical entertainment – spirited, talented and fun!” says Grand River Jazz Society’s president Stephen Preece. Since its inception in October 2011, the band has brought a great variety of programs to their audiences: from Count Basie and the old swing dance classics, to punchy horn bands of …
The Yamaha All-Stars is a star-studded jazz quintet that was put together by Yamaha Canada Ltd for a promotional video shot at the Rex Hotel & Blues Bar back in November of 2024. The group featured a who’s who of the Canadian jazz scene – Robi Botos on piano, Mark Kelso on drums, …
” A bunch of delightful jazz subversives north of the border who revel in adding an edge to pop melodies.” Victor Aaron, somethingelsereviews.com, Best of 2009 “The Worst Pop Band Ever is the total package – great compositions, unique covers and standup-worthy comedic banter… a highlight of the festival.” Mike Deicont, tojazz.com Despite the name, the Worst …
Join the Jakob Durst and Taylor Maslin Quintet for a night of swingin’ and soulful music, featuring special selections from the books of the great Al Cohn/Zoot Sims and Gene Ammons/Sonny Stitt bands! Jakob Durst is a Canadian saxophonist currently residing in Toronto. Drawing his main influence from the Black American Art-form “Jazz”, Jakob cites Lester …
Step into the golden age of soul with “Soul of Motown”, a high-energy, heartfelt celebration of the music that defined a generation. This electrifying live show brings to life the timeless sounds of legends that made the world move. From The Temptations and Marvin Gaye, to The Supremes, Stevie Wonder, and many more, The …
