Bellbird is a newly formed collective of musicians in the jazz and improvised music scene of Tiohtiá:ke. Members Allison Burik, Claire Devlin, Eli Davidovici, and Mili Hong use their unique instrumentation of two woodwinds, bass, and drums, to explore sonic landscapes that allude to harmonic structures without being restricted by them. Their music is driven by …
Originally from Edmonton, Simon Williams is a pianist and composer with a unique sound drawing from jazz, folk, classical, electronic and experimental styles. Being from a musical family, Williams has developed an artistic voice that draws heavily from the rich harmonic traditions of jazz but remains accessible and interesting to a broad audience by focusing …
Cristian de la Luna’s pop-Latin-folk music is both contagious and inviting. A versatile and talented artist that combines the simplicity of folk story-telling, Caribbean percussion and the jazzy warmth of brass instruments. Deeply rooted in his Colombian roots, he explores the four corners of his heart through the depth of emotions to the playful naivety …
Earning her Bachelor of Music degree from MacEwan University in 2020, Dana held a four year tenure as the lead alto player of the MacEwan Big Band I and has since been a regular member of various Yardbird Suite Jazz Orchestras as well as the MacEwan Faculty, Student and Alumni Big Band. In her time …
Cage the Elephant is an American rock band that is comprised of members Matt Shultz, Brad Shultz, Nick Bockrath, Matthan Minster, Daniel Tichenor and Jared Champion. The band has released five studio albums, two live albums and one EP. Some of their most popular songs include "In One Ear", "Ain't No Rest for the Wicked", …
Vocalist Eliana Cuevas and pianist Jeremy Ledbetter are well known in the Canadian musical landscape for the outstanding quality of their work, composing and performing as bandleaders of their own Latin Jazz projects and also as side musicians for some of the best musical acts in Canada. They feature a unique and very soulful take on …
Lorraine Klaasen, the daughter of legendary South African Jazz singer Thandie Klaasen, is one of the few South African artists who have preserved the classic sound of ‘Township Music’, which continues to be the most distinctive sound to come out of South Africa. Born and raised in Soweto, and now based in London, Ontario, Lorraine …
Ben Sures is a guitar player who tells great stories in song. A natural performer with an instinct for humour and storytelling. Ben Sures writes songs about everything from imaginary rayguns to sandwiches prepared for him by his father when he was a child visiting on weekends. Sures is immersed in the history of roots …
With guests Montuno West ft. Toto Barriel One of the most sought-after and revered saxophonists in the world, Lakecia Benjamin was voted 2020 Downbeat Critics Poll Rising Star Alto Saxophonist and Up and Coming Artist of the Year by the Jazz Journalists Association. Known for her charisma and dynamism as a player, as a composer she has …
Put on your dancing shoes and enjoy an evening of rhythm, soul and blues with these incredible musicians. The Get Downs sell out fast so don’t delay or you will miss out!
