Season 13

 
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Mar 22 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
The Jim Edwards Group
8:00 pm
Trombonist Jim Edwards has been on the stage of the Jazz Room countless times. Though we often think of him as the musical director of Big Band Theory, he has been featured on our stage in Little Big Band Theory, Fresh Water Funk, Clefs of Moher, and has appeared here with John Zadro, Jeff Daniels, …
Mar 23 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Jazz Jam (new time)
2:00 pm
Mar 23 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Tim Shia's Worst Pop Band Ever
8:00 pm
    ” 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 With …
Mar 29 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
"Natu Trio" with Gennaro Notomista
8:00 pm
      “Napoli-Rio: round world, flat ninths” is a musical trip from Napoli, in the south of Italy, to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The journey will start with classical Neapolitan songs (famous examples of which are “‘O sole mio” and “Torna a Surriento”) arranged in latin jazz, and end with instrumental Brazilian popular music, …
Mar 30 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Dizzy & Fay
8:00 pm
Dizzy & Fay is a fresh new songwriting duo performing original compositions that are heartfelt and familiar. The Wholenote describes them as ”highly musical tunesmiths and storytellers”  whose latest album “Hooked”  “is playful and cool but will break your heart if you let it.” (Cathy Riches).the newest project from songwriters Mark Lalama and Amanda Walther. Based …
Apr 5 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Top Pocket LIVE ALBUM RECORDING!
8:00 pm
  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, …
Apr 6 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Jazz Jam
2:00 pm
Alain Bédard's Auguste Quartet from Montreal
8:00 pm
  Photos – Pascal Milette For 27 years now, Alain Bédard has been pursuing a very interesting career with L’AUGUSTE Quartet, which he travels to all continents. Playing only his original music, he has performed in more than 25 countries on 4 continents. Thus L’Auguste has had the ability and expertise to carry out all his projects in countries such …
Quisha Wint- Tribute to The Women of Soul Special THURSDAY Night Concert
8:00 pm
  Step into the mesmerizing world of soulful melodies and powerful voices as we pay homage to the timeless and trailblazing women of soul music. The Tribute to Women of Soul Music led by the incredible talent of Quisha Wint and her band, is a soul-stirring celebration of the extraordinary talent, resilience, and impact these …
Apr 12 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
John Zadro Quintet
8:00 pm
John Zadro has been a featured musician annually since the inception of the KW Jazz Room.  His performances as a band leader feature original material which attempts to pay homage to the great song writers who have contributed to jazz literature. John has been performing professionally almost five decades since he had the opportunity to open …
Apr 13 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Roddy Ellias Quartet
8:00 pm
“His creativity is so obvious,that it is at once both startling and inspiring …”-Steve Kinigstein, Just Jazz Guitar Roddy Ellias’ music has been described as “unapologetically beautiful” (All About Jazz) and his creativity “both startling and inspiring” (Just Jazz Guitar). A passionate improviser and prolific composer, Canadian jazz guitarist Roddy Ellias is an artist whose …
Apr 19 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Oliver Whitehead with Hilary Welch
8:00 pm
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 …
Apr 20 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Jazz Jam
2:00 pm
Apr 20 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Caity Gyorgy
8:00 pm
“Canadian jazz singer Caity Gyorgy, in addition to having a warm voice and swinging phrasing, is a skilled songwriter whose originals sound as if they are from the 1950s with more modern lyrics” – Scott Yanow, Downbeat While having a beautiful voice is plenty to recommend any singer, also knowing how to use it in …
Apr 26 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Adam James from Los Angeles
8:00 pm
“I’ve seen a lot of guys play Sinatra. Adam’s the best” – QUINCY JONES Born in Kapuskasing, Adam James obtained his bachelor of music degree from McGill University in jazz studies which prepared him to be ready when Frank Sinatra’s family asked Adam to play the role of the legendary crooner in the first musical about his …


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