The JAZZ.FM91 Youth Big Band is set to perform at this year’s Toronto Jazz Festival as part of The Big Band Slam on June 21, presented by Long & McQuade.
Every year, The Big Band Slam brings together high school bands from across the GTA region to showcase the musical talent among high school students in music programs who will perform alongside a special musical guest. This year’s guest artist is trombonist and arranger Christian Overton.
Led by Kelsley Grant, the JAZZ.FM91 Youth Big Band will be one of three high school big bands performing alongside Overton in 30 minute sets.
Established in 2006, the JAZZ.FM91 Youth Big Band (YBB) is a free educational program that provides the opportunity for middle- and high-school students to rehearse with an 18-piece big band and perform with international jazz luminaries. The JAZZ.FM91 Youth Big Band program is designed to provide outstanding educational instruction that allows participants to develop musical and social skills while interacting in a diverse, professional setting.
The Big Band Slam, presented by Long & McQuade, takes place on Sunday, June 21 at 1PM at The Rex Hotel, as part of the 2026 Toronto Jazz Festival. Learn more about the event here.