Elizabeth Shepherd presented by Hugh's Room Live
2023-03-23 20:00 - 22:00 (America/Toronto) | 3030dundaswest, 3030 dundas west, Toronto, ON, M6P 1Z3, Canada
Velvety-voiced pianist Elizabeth Shepherd arrived on the international scene in 2006 when her debut album ‘Start To Move’ was voted one of the top jazz albums of the year by listeners of the influential Gilles Peterson Show on BBC Radio Worldwide. Since then, the Montreal-based soul-jazz innovator has established herself as one of the most alluring and imaginative artists on the scene today. A classical pianist who came to jazz through her love of old-school hip-hop, it’s perhaps no surprise that this globetrotting talent has developed such a distinct and unique voice.
Elizabeth has been hailed as “a jazz virtuoso blessed with a pop sensibility” (The Globe and Mail) and praised by critics worldwide for her arrestingly original writing and soulful delivery. Alongside Esperanza Spalding and Robert Glasper, she is among the new wave of jazz-influenced musicians bringing the art form to a younger generation of music fans. The six-time JUNO nominee and two-time Polaris-Prize nominee has released seven widely acclaimed records, featuring collaborations with such musicians as Lionel Loueke and UK producer Nostalgia 77. She has toured extensively in North America, Europe, Japan and Mexico, selling out shows from the Cotton Club (Tokyo) to The Jazz Cafe (London, UK) to the North Sea and ELBJazz Festival. She has shared the stage with such great diverse acts as Christian MacBride, Victor Wooten, Spankie Wilson, the Quantic Soul Orchestra, the Five Corners Quintet, Bonobo, and was also personally invited to open for Jamie Cullum at a sold-out Hollywood Bowl show.
Her newest project, Three Things, is the result of 3 years of collaborating with different artists remotely due to Covid restrictions and stay-at-home orders. It is a celebration of hope in the face of darkness, grace in the face of the unknown, and the tenacity of the creative forces that carry us through it all.

Dominique Fils-Aimé: Three Little Words
2023-03-24 19:30 - 22:30 | Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church St., Aurora, Ontario, L4G 1G4, Canada
Dominique Fils-Aimé traverses the broad spectrum of stripped-down blues to the emotional lushness of Soul music of yesterday and tomorrow, celebrating the rich legacy of African-American music. On stage, whether in Canada, Europe or the United States, Fils-Aimé draws the listener in with her refreshingly powerful yet subdued voice and radiant glow.
Making a remarkable entrance on the music scene in 2018 with her debut ‘Nameless’, Dominique Fils-Aimé’s sophomore album ‘Stay Tuned!’ won several awards including the JUNO for Vocal Jazz Album of the Year, the Félix for Jazz Album of the Year at the ADISQ Gala in addition to being shortlisted for the Polaris Music Prize and featured among the 19 best Canadian albums of 2019 from CBC.

Alex Cuba presented by Bravo! Niagara
2023-03-25 19:00 - 22:30
Cuban-Canadian singer-songwriter Alex Cuba takes the stage for an intimate solo performance featuring music from his latest album Mendó, winner of the 2022 Grammy Award for Best Latin Pop Album.
Alex Cuba is a Grammy, Latin Grammy, and Juno Award-winning singer-songwriter who is not tied to tradition; Alex has a vast musical vision.
His sugarcane-sweet melodies, pop-soul hooks and powerful guitar riffs relinquish conventional stereotypes that exemplify much of the Latin music landscape. Always creating something fresh and new, Cuba’s musical evolution for years has been all about searching for the simplicity and soul in Cuban music – taking apart the complex arrangements, mixing it with North American influences, adopting the melodic simplicity of pop music, looking to Cuban folk traditions for inspiration – he’s always exploring, always creating something fresh and new, and always, it seems, getting it just right.

James Bryan's Big Birthday Revue
2023-03-29 20:00 - 22:00 | Revival Bar, 783 College St., Toronto, ON, M6G1C5, Canada
Join James Bryan and some of his best musical friends for his Big Birthday Revue. Special guests include (so far!) Juno Award Winners Divine Brown and Sammy Jackson, Barbra Lica, Charmie and guitarist Jeff Gunn.
James Bryan is a Juno and Latin Grammy winning songwriter, guitarist and producer who’s mission is to inspire, uplift and connect through music. He began his career in The Philosopher Kings and Prozzak before James’ passion for collaboration grew into a global songwriting and recording career with top artists including Drake, Nelly Furtado, Shawn Mendes, Luis Fonsi, Martin Garrix, Yuna, Lisa Marie Presley and many more. James has co-written and performed on hundreds of recordings, with artists from every continent, performed on stages from Wembley Stadium to Madison Square Gardens and Massey Hall.
James has also released 4 albums as a solo guitarist, most recently, We Rise.
James’s band (subject to change), for this event will include: Marito Marques (Drums/percussion), Andrew Stewart (bass), Daniel Stone(congas). Guest singers (one song each) will include: Sammy Jackson, Barbra Lica, Divine Brown, Charmie, Sunshine State, Witness, and Renee Wynter.

Mark Kelso & The Jazz Exiles at The Rex
2023-03-29 20:30 - 22:30, 2023-03-30 20:30 - 22:30, 2023-03-31 20:30 - 22:30 | The Rex, 194 Queen Street West, Toronto, Canada
With their original Jazz/Funk/Fusion sound now familiar to Jazz radio stations all around the globe, the Jazz Exiles continue to craft their signature style on ELEMENTALS. Whether laying down the greasy grooves of “Slank” and “Boom Tune” or the melodic approach on “Solace” to the fiery intensity of “Elementals (Water) and “Zig Zag” the Jazz Exiles continue their commitment to playing music that grooves hard, has lots of rhythmic interplay and is all about the melody. This recording is the perfect continuation of what the group debuted on “Stealing From My Youth” back in 2016.
Kelso says, “After playing with the guys now, I have a better understanding of each individual voice so I am able to write more specifically for them yet still allow a lot of creative freedom for them to do their own thing!” Kelso also adds a personal touch on this recording by writing 2 tunes for his young children, Conor & Aoife.
The Jazz Exiles are back and they are here to stay! Check out “ELEMENTALS” on itunes, spotify or on the band website at www.groovydrums.com and fall into their groove and hang on for a fun ride!

Sound of Jazz: An Evening with Robi Botos and the Debi Botos Sextet
2023-03-30 19:00 - 22:00 | Lula Lounge, 1585 Dundas Street West, Toronto, Canada
jazz.fm91 welcomes you to the third concert in our 46th annual Sound of Jazz Concert Series.
For this evening, we’ll shine a light on a family blessed with undeniable talent and innovation: multiple Juno Award winner Robi Botos along with Discover Women in Jazz performer and rising star Debi Botos.
If you’d like a fabulous meal with all this wonderful music, Lula Lounge can certainly oblige with a fabulous menu. Tickets are general admission and do not guarantee seating. To reserve a table, please call Lula Lounge at 416-588-0307 or reserve online at lula.ca/reservations. PLEASE NOTE: Dinner begins at 6:30 p.m.
jazz.fm91’s Sound of Jazz Concert Series is brought to you in part by Don Valley North Lexus and Remenyi House of Music.

Cécile McLorin Salvant at Koerner Hall
2023-03-30 20:00 - 23:00 | Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor Street West, Toronto, Canada
“She sings standards, show tunes and old novelties in a taut, flinty, elusively beautiful voice, erring toward material with difficult lyrics and tough places in history.” (The New York Times) Cécile McLorin Salvant is a composer, singer, and visual artist. The late Jessye Norman described her as “a unique voice supported by an intelligence and full-fledged musicality, which light up every note she sings.” Salvant has developed a passion for storytelling and finding the connections between vaudeville, blues, folk traditions from around the world, theatre, jazz, and Baroque music. She is an eclectic curator, unearthing rarely recorded, forgotten songs with strong narratives, interesting power dynamics, unexpected twists, and humour. She won the Thelonious Monk competition in 2010 and has received Grammy Awards for Best Jazz Vocal Album for three consecutive albums. In 2020, she received the MacArthur fellowship and the Doris Duke Artist Award. Nonesuch Records released her latest recording, Ghost Song, in March 2022.

Calico Trio at LA REV
2023-04-08 20:00 - 22:30
The Calico Trio is Peter Dick on piano, Kobi Hass on bass, Paul Fitterer on drums. We’re back at LA REV in Toronto’s west-end (2848 Dundas St. W. by Keele in ‘The Junction’), this Saturday, April 8th, from 8:00-10:30pm. [No Cover Charge]

Fifth Element at Reid's Distillery
2023-04-12 20:00 - 22:00
On the heels of January 17th’s sold-out debut performance, Fifth Element jazz quintet is delighted to be returning to Reid’s Distillery. Join us for Gin & Jazz on Wednesday, April 12th, 2023 from 8:00 to 10:00 pm (doors open at 6:00). Enjoy fabulous drinks, delicious snacks (charcuterie, cheese, humus and pita) all while listening to Dave Coules’ arrangements of music from the Great American Songbook and more. Reid’s Distillery is located at 32 Logan Avenue, between Eastern Ave and Lakeshore Blvd. Tickets are $10 (all proceeds go to the band). Reserve your table online at reidsdistillery.com/pages/gin-jazz-concert-series. See you there!

Matt Andersen & The Big Bottle of Joy
2023-04-14 20:00 - 23:00 | Massey Hall, 178 Victoria St., Toronto, Canada
Massey Hall presents…
When Matt Andersen steps on stage, he brings a lifetime of music to every note he plays. His latest album, The Big Bottle of Joy, is all about hard-won celebration; a dozen songs infused with raw blues-rock, rollicking Americana, thoughtful folk, and ecstatic gospel. Andersen’s stage presence, buoyed by his spectacular live band (also called The Big Bottle of Joy), is informed by decades of cutting his teeth in dusty clubs, dim-lit bars, and grand theatres all over the world, delivering soulful performances that run the gamut from intimate to wall-shaking. In the studio, he’s always brought the same attention to detail and commitment to craft as he has to his live show, and the result—a multi-faceted and poignant body of work—has led him to amass over 22 million streams on Spotify and 26 million views on YouTube. In addition to headlining major festivals, clubs and theatres throughout North America, Europe and Australia, he has shared the stage and toured with Marcus King, Beth Hart, Marty Stuart, Greg Allman, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Randy Bachman, Jonny Lang, Serena Ryder, and more. Andersen nabbed the 2013 and 2016 European Blues Awards for Best Solo/Acoustic Act, was the first ever Canadian to take home top honours in the solo category at the 2010 International Blues Challenge in Memphis, won the CIMA Road Gold award in 2015, and has won multiple Maple Blues Awards.

Big Band Open Mic
2023-04-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Cooksville United Church, 2500 Mimisa Row, Mississauga, Canada
An evening of big band jazz with 11 fabulous singers.

Jazz Rangers: Sunday Live Jazz
2023-04-16 14:00 - 16:00 | Port Credit Legion (Branch 82), 35 Front Street North, Mississauga, Canada
We are here with the regular crew, lots of fun tunes from our repertoire! There is a generously sized dance floor for those who want to come out for some great swing dance music. As usual, there is no cover charge, cash (preferred) bar but credit card payment is also accepted. We will be passing the hat around and we thank everyone for supporting live music. The BBQ on the deck is also open for the season offering burgers, hotdogs and more!

Toronto Symphony Orchestra presents… Frank & Ella
2023-04-18 20:00 - 23:00, 2023-04-19 20:00 - 23:00 | Massey Hall, 178 Victoria St., Toronto, Canada
Ella Fitzgerald and Frank Sinatra were powerhouse vocalists who forever changed the musical landscape, and blew the roof off every venue they played. To pay homage to these legendary stars, the TSO presents an assortment of classic standards immortalized by the Queen of Jazz and Ol’ Blue Eyes including “Night and Day,” “My Way” and “I’ve Got You under My Skin.”

Fifth Element at Smokeshow
2023-04-23 15:00 - 18:00
Fifth Element jazz quintet is delighted to be returning to Smokeshow BBQ & Brew on Sunday, April 23rd for an afternoon of jazz from 3:00 to 6:00 pm. How about three sets of live jazz done just right while you enjoy delicious food and drink? Smokeshow is located at 744 Mount Pleasant on the west side, just south of Eglinton. TTC, Green P and street parking are nearby. Cover is $15 (cash) per person. Reserve your table by calling 416.901.7469 or book online at smokeshowbbqandbrew.com
See you there!
fifthelementjazz.com

Twilight Jazz Series: Alexander Brown Quartet
2023-04-23 18:00 - 21:00 | Mahtay Café & Lounge, 241 St. Paul Street, St. Catharines, Canada
An exciting evening of jazz executed by all the possibilities of the Trumpet alongside an exceptional quartet led by Alexander Brown. In this repertoire, the quartet will feature the music of Herbie Hancock as well as Alexander’s original compositions with different colours and textures that he hopes you will enjoy.
Presented by the TD Niagara Jazz Festival in partnership with the Mahtay Cafe and co-sponsored by DPLU Music.

The Sean Stanley Quartet at Jazz Bistro
2023-04-25 20:00 - 22:30 | Jazz Bistro, 251 Victoria Street, Toronto, Canada
The Sean Stanley Quartet PROUDLY plays Jazz, swing & the Blues. The music of Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Ray Charles, Erroll Garner as well as Sean’s original compositions. The band features 2 time Juno winner Kyle Tarder-Stoll -tenor sax, featured on Caity Gyorgy’s Vocal Jazz record 2022/2023, Gram Whitty -bass, Andrew McCarthy -drums and Sean Stanley -piano/vocal. Their music ranges from hot & fiery to smooth & sweet but is always based in Blues and improvisation.

Circuit Quartet at Hirut Cafe
2023-04-27 20:00 - 22:00 | Hirut Cafe, 2050 Danforth Ave, Toronto, Ontario, M4C 1J6, Canada
Jazz organ group Circuit features Chris Brown on Nord organ, Alexander Brown on trumpet, Steven Cole on guitar and Ben Ball on drums. Their sounds range from post-bop to groove and funk, playing music by great jazz artists and original compositions.
Hirut Cafe is the East end live music venue and offers home-style Ethiopian dishes. Its easy to get to by TTC and close to the Danforth/Woodbine station.

Cole Porter's Anything Goes (2022 Revision)
2023-04-28 19:30 - 22:00 | Fairview Library Theatre, 35 Fairview Mall Drive, Toronto, Ontario, M2J 4S4, Canada
Produced by Alexander Showcase Theatre, This show-stopping Broadway classic features an updated script, and the sparkling, memorable music of Cole Porter. Music, dance, laughs and the age-old tale of boy meets girl… Anything Goes is “delightful, delicious and de-lovely.”

Distillery Art After-Hours
2023-04-29 17:00 - 21:00
On Saturday, April 29th seven of the The Distillery District’s art galleries and studio spaces are extending their hours (until 9 pm) and serving complimentary refreshments in a celebration of all things artistic.
Take in the stunning paintings, sculptures and one-of-a-kind ceramics and installations. Connect with like-minded individuals and experience the power of creativity firsthand.
Extended hours at participating galleries include:
Thompson Landry Gallery 5pm-9pm
DEAF CULTURE CENTRE 5pm-9pm
Les Galeries d’art Beauchamp 5pm-9pm
Arta Gallery 5pm-9pm
Redeye Gallery Studio & Dish Gallery Studio 5pm-9pm
Corkin Gallery 5pm-7pm

Cole Porter's Anything Goes (2022 Revision)
2023-04-29 19:30 - 22:00 | Fairview Library Theatre, 35 Fairview Mall Drive, Toronto, Ontario, M2J 4S4, Canada
This show-stopping Broadway classic features an updated script, and the sparkling, memorable music of Cole Porter. Music, dance, laughs and the age-old tale of boy meets girl… Anything Goes is “delightful, delicious and de-lovely.”
Christine Lindo as Reno Sweeney
Photo by: Vinnie Sestito
Post: Cheryl Lee

Yellowjackets presented by Bravo! Niagara
2023-04-29 19:30 - 22:30 | Partridge Hall, FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre, 50 St Paul St, St Catherines, ON, L2R 3M2, Canada
Throughout their storied 43-year history, the Yellowjackets have recorded 26 albums, received 18 Grammy nominations – won two – performed countless sold-out tours, and enjoyed worldwide critical acclaim and commercial success. Their latest Grammy-nominated album Parallel Motion was released in fall 2022 and is a true testament to the longevity and resilience of a band who debuted over 40 years ago. Consistently reinventing themselves through elevated instrumentation in their signature electro-acoustic soundscape, the current lineup showcases a collective at their prime.

Arturo Sandoval presented by TO Live
2023-04-29 20:00 - 22:30 | Meridian Arts Centre, 5040 Yonge St., Toronto, ON, M2N 6R8, Canada
Cuban-born jazz trumpeter and composer Arturo Sandoval, a 10-time Grammy Award-winner who plays with an unbeatable mix of fire, finesse, and feeling, brings an unforgettable evening of jazz and Latin music.
Awarded the Medal of Freedom in 2013 by President Obama, Sandoval, who’s equally fluent in jazz, classical, and Cuban musical expressions, was a protégé of the late, great bebop trumpeter Dizzy Gillespie. Heard on recordings by artists as diverse as Gillespie, Sinatra, and Alicia Keys, Sandoval soars when he’s performing live with his band.

Brel! The Show at Koerner Hall
2023-04-29 20:00 - 23:00 | Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor Street West, Toronto, Canada
From the company that brought us Piaf! The Show and Formidable! Charles Aznavour, this theatrical concert celebrates the haunting music and poetic lyrics of another great singer-songwriter who wrote “Ne me quitte pas,” “Amsterdam,” and “Marieke.”
Created and directed by Gil Marsalla, and performed by the Belgian Olivier Laurent, this tribute show to the great Jacques has already taken the world by storm.
Olivier Laurent, vocals
Frederic Viale, accordion
Philippe Villa, piano
Philippe Brassoud, bass
Benoit Pierron, drums

Play for Turkey
2023-04-30 11:00 - 16:00 | Tranzac Club, 292 Brunswick Avenue, Toronto, Canada
A fun, fair-like, family-friendly day to raise funds for the regions that were recently hit by multiple earthquakes in SE Turkey and Syria.
Bring your kid(s) to take part in a variety of workshops and creative activities led by

Ronley Teper (sock puppets),
The Sensationals (mime/clown shenanigans),
Joyce To (graphic score and sound futures stall with chatterbox origami),
Andrea Kuzmich (body percussion workshop) and
Begüm Boyancı (Pinecone Club musical games).

In addition there will be musical performances by Begüm Boyancı and Brenna MacCrimmon singing songs from Turkey and Ronley Teper and her Lip Liners who will take everyone to the edge of their imagination.
Treats and goodies will be available from Ethica Coffee and Ice Creamonology.
Suggested donation is $20 but any donation is welcome!
Follow Destek on Instagram or RSVP on the Facebook event page to stay tuned for more details and learn about upcoming events soon TBA!

Mississauga Big Band Jazz Ensemble at Port Credit Legion
2023-04-30 14:00 - 16:00 | Port Credit Legion (Branch 82), 35 Front Street North, Mississauga, Canada
We’re back at the Port Credit Legion for our monthly gig. Come out and enjoy an afternood of LIVE big band jazz!

Cole Porter's Anything Goes (2022 Revision)
2023-04-30 14:00 - 16:00 | Fairview Library Theatre, 35 Fairview Mall Drive, Toronto, Ontario, M2J 4S4, Canada
This show-stopping Broadway classic features an updated script, and the sparkling, memorable music of Cole Porter. Music, dance, laughs and the age-old tale of boy meets girl… Anything Goes is “delightful, delicious and de-lovely.”
Photo: Christine Lindo as Reno Sweeney
Photographer: Vinnie Sestito
Post: Cheryl Lee

Caledon Concert Band Spring Concert
2023-04-30 15:30 - 17:30
Spring Concert – Caledon favourites
