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Mar 14 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
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“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 …
Mar 15 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
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Photo Credit: Linda Marie Stella “Diane Roblin is respected as one of Canada’s important women in jazz. Not only is she an expressive and master keyboardist, she’s a powerful composer. Her performances, along with this recording, exemplify her technical agility and spirited genre-crossing arrangements that sparkle under the umbrella of jazz. This newly released album …
Mar 20 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
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Soultracks’ 2024 Best New Artist Nominee! Born and raised in the musical landscape of Boston, Jeliz‘s journey is a testament to her talent, perseverance and passion. Her early years were steeped in the rich musical traditions of gospel and blues. Inspired by legendary artists such as Aretha Franklin, Whitney Houston, and Donnie Hathaway, …
Mar 21 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
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Oliver Whitehead is a guitarist and composer, originally from England, who has worked mostly in Canada. His jazz album “Free For Now” was nominated for a Juno Award as Best Jazz Album of 1985. Oliver Whitehead is a guitarist and composer. His compositions include works for orchestra, choir and chamber groups, as well as music for TV, radio, …
Mar 22 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
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Calgary based jazz vocalist Tina Hartt is a singer, composer and musician from Montreal. She has enjoyed a diverse career singing across Canada and lately has been gaining national recognition since the release of her 2023 album “Absence of You”. “Absence of You” was nominated for Jazz Recording of the Year at the 2023 JazzYYC …
Mar 28 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
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The Phoenix Jazz Group performs jazz in a melodic fusion style. Group members are very versatile in a number of different genres. A review from The Jazz Society of Oregon stated ” they’re a Canadian quintet of musicians with impressive credentials whose program of all original music swings with ease. ” Since their debut album ” …
Mar 29 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
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Photo Credit Sean Story Joanna Majoko has been captivating audiences with her voice since the young age of 14. Born to German & Zimbabwean parents, Joanna grew up in a culturally diverse home – a home that moved from Germany to Zimbabwe, South Africa, and finally to Canada in 2001. Although her greatest affinity …
Apr 4 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
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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 …
Apr 5 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
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Photo by Cesar Ochoa “An intriguing concert for all who love innovative and exciting jazz … Tevet Sela Quartet presents an intelligent and skillful mix of classical harmonies with a Kleizmer influence and North-African rhythms… ” – Time Out Magazine Tevet Sela is a Montreal-based saxophonist and composer of Israeli origin. In his repertoire, Tevet weaves Jazz with …
Apr 11 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
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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 …
Apr 12 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
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Photo Credit: Nick Moreland “Named as one of the top 200 living guitarists by All About Jazz Magazine” Charlie Ballantine is acclaimed as …
Apr 17 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
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Join Selena Evangeline for an intimate evening where music meets memories and Soul. This performance is a celebration of the songs and sounds that have shaped her journey—blending smooth, soulful jazz, pop and R&B vibes with timeless melodies. Along with fresh takes on well-loved classics, Selena will also share some of her original songs, each inspired by …
Apr 18 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
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Robert Fekete is a Canadian Jazz pianist who has been performing throughout the province of Ontario with various artists for the past 36 years. He is a graduate of the Master of Music degree from the University of Toronto. Robert is a composer with two self-titled releases: “Ternary”, and “Transition”, and has composed for television as …
Apr 19 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
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“Winner of the International B-Jazz Competition and Winner of Best Solist Prize. The Philippe Lemm Trio is continually proving to be one of the most exciting and electrifying jazz trio’s around today. Led at the helm by drummer Philippe Lemm, the group met in New York in 2011, and after one session together, realized that their …
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