Toronto Jazz Fest: Huntertones
2024-06-26 00:00 (America/Toronto) | The Rex, 194 Queen Street West, Toronto, Canada
Huntertones brings people together around the globe with fun, imaginative and fearless music. Their high energy, horn-driven sound features genre bending composition and unconventional covers. Every show is a social experience celebrating the joy of music.
Over the years, they’ve captivated massive audiences at such esteemed festivals as Umbria Jazz Festival, Monterey Jazz Festival, and Toronto Jazz Festival, performing in over 25 countries world wide sharing the stage with acts like Lake Street Dive, Charlie Hunter, Kurt Elling, Louis Cato, and Cory Wong. Huntertones claims more authority than ever as they drive into their 10th year.

Amanda Martinez "Recuerdo" at Toronto Jazz Fest
2024-06-26 00:00 | Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor Street West, Toronto, Canada
“One of the great new voices in Spanish language Latin music” (World Music Central), Amanda Martinez is releasing her highly anticipated new album, Recuerdo, with a joyful feel-good concert at beautiful Koerner Hall. This special evening features special guests Rebecca Hennesy, Aviva Chernick, Donne Roberts, Waleed Abdulhamid, and Jorge Lopez, along with Amanda Martinez’s incomparable band of 20 years: Kevin Laliberté on guitar, Birston on bass; Rosendo “Chendy” Leon on percussion; Alexander Brown on trumpet and violinist Osvaldo Rodriguez.
Produced by Amanda Martinez’s longtime guitarist Kevin Laliberté and co-produced by her husband, bassist Drew Birston, Recuerdo is a daring departure that incorporates elements of world fusion, Cuban rhythms and an injection of English pop that is her most adventurous album to date. It is dedicated to the memory of her father Gustavo, who bicycled to Toronto from Mexico in 1956 and from whom she says “I got my love of music.”
Amanda Martinez has sold out Ottawa’s National Arts Centre and Toronto’s Koerner Hall and Winter Garden Theatres. She has performed internationally including the Dubai International Jazz Festival (with Jesse Cook), at 2010’s FIFA World Cup Festivities in South Africa and the Pan-American Games in Guadalajara and at New York City’s highly esteemed Blue Note Jazz Club.

Toronto Jazz Fest: André 3000
2024-06-28 00:00 | Massey Hall, 178 Victoria St., Toronto, Canada
André Benjamin – best known as André 3000 – is one of the most revered, celebrated artists of the last three decades, an auteur whose work in music, film, fine arts, fashion, and more continues to influence the cultural landscape on a global scale. His work as one half of the iconic hip-hop duo Outkast, with Anton “Big Boi” Patton, established a brand new voice/style within rap that had never been experienced before. The 7x Grammy winning artist released his first solo album in 20 years this past November – New Blue Sun, a wind focused, instrumental album that represents the next step in André’s creative evolution. Released to widespread critical acclaim, New Blue Sun became the first instrumental album to land on the Billboard Top 200 Chart and the opening track “I Swear, I Really Wanted to Make a ‘Rap’ Album But This Is Literally the Way the Wind Blew Me This Time,” broke the record for longest song to debut on the Billboard Hot 100.

Toronto Jazz Fest: Cory Henry
2024-06-29 00:00 | The Concert Hall, 888 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario, M4W 2J2, Canada
Simply put Cory Henry is a Grammy Award Winning Artist, Composer, Producer, Multi-instrumentalist, all around keyboard master, and is the future of music!
In 2021, Cory’s album Something to Say was nominated at the 2022 Grammy Awards for Best Progressive Album and as a co-writer and producer on Kanye West’s Donda and Eric Bellinger’s New Light. Other collaborations include: Imagine Dragons, Rosalia, Smino, Lucky Daye, and many more.Cory was previously a member of Snarky Puppy, and during his time in the band he garnered three Grammy Awards!
Most recently Cory’s latest masterpiece, Operation Funk, has garnered attention from fans all over the world as he delivered sold out shows in Israel, Spain, Amsterdam, Australia, and throughout the United States along with playing most of the major music festivals.

Jazz Bistro presents Club Django Toronto
2024-07-03 00:00 | Jazz Bistro, 251 Victoria Street, Toronto, Canada
John Farrell, lead guitar Rachel Melas, rhythm guitar Gerry Duligal, accordion Rodion Boshoer, violin Abbey Sholzberg, double bass play the music of Django Reinhardt & Stephan Grappelli

A Streetcar Named Desire
2024-07-05 08:00 - 2024-07-14 23:30 | soulpepper, 50 Tank House Lane, Toronto, Ontario, M5A 3C4, Canada
Back by popular demand, this critically acclaimed production, which combines theatre with the sound of New Orleans Jazz music returns to the Soulpepper stage.
As Blanche’s fragile world crumbles, she turns to her sister for solace – but her downward spiral brings her face to face with a brutal, unforgiving reality. Tennessee Williams’ timeless masterpiece is a raging portrayal of what it means to be an outsider, in a society where we’re all desperate to belong.
“One exceptional element of this revisit to Tennessee Williams’ New Orleans is the total musicality of the staging.” -Toronto Star
Dates:
On stage until July 14. Tickets available at Soulpepper.ca

Niagara-on-the-Lake Hort. Society Garden Tour
2024-07-06 00:00 | Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre, 247 Ricardo Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON, L0S 1J0
This years garden tour showcases a diverse array of gardens found in the charming villages and rural landscapes of Niagara-on-the-Lake. Participants are invited to explore, learn from the homeowners and experts and savour the beauty of eight exquisite gardens at their own pace.

Open Mic by invite
2024-07-07 18:00 - 22:00 | ON
Five great acts – Reserved seating starting at $19 using your Promo Code – JazzFM

Open Mic at Columbus Centre (ticketspice.com)

Tanya Wills QUARTET
2024-07-16 00:00 | Reid’s Distillery, 32 Logan Ave, Toronto, Ontario, M4M 2M8, Canada
The Tanya Wills Quartet is a Toronto based group consisting of Tanya Wills on vocals, Bill Bridges on guitar, Ron Johnston on bass and Kevin Coady on drums. An elegant Jazz Combo, the Quartet has an eclectic range of music including jazz/blues, folk and original material. They have released a 13 track CD in the beautiful JAZZ BISTRO (Toronto), as well as a 4 track EP (Christmas/seasonal music). Subsequently, original Christmas singles were released 2019 and 2020, and received international success. The Quartet has just completed an album of original material, soon to be released . Their recently (April 26th) released single, “Ça S’est Arrangé” , hit a home run internationally, with airplay in over 13 countries spanning the globe.

jazz.fm91 presents 24 Hours Live!
2024-07-26 16:00 - 2024-07-27 16:00 | jazz.fm91, 4 Pardee Avenue, Suite 100, Toronto, Canada
On Friday, July 26 to Saturday, July 27 from 4pm to 4pm EST, jazz.fm91 will be live on-air for 24 hours!
Yes, you heard right. For 24 hours, the best of the best from Toronto’s jazz community along with your favourite on-air hosts will be spinning your favourite jazz tunes and providing live entertainment including musical performances and some special guests. As Canada’s only 24 hour jazz station, it’s only fitting that we stay true to our mandate and give our listeners some live jazz and fun for 24 hours.
Save the date and tune in to take part in this historic moment in the history of jazz.fm91, whether you’re in western New York, Vancouver or the UK.
24 Hours Live! kicks off at 4pm on Friday, July 26 and ends on Saturday, July 27 at 4pm. Tune in live, online at jazz.fm or on the jazz.fm91 app.

Soulpepper Theatre presents The Big Easy: Music of New Orleans
2024-08-01 - 2024-08-19 | soulpepper, 50 Tank House Lane, Toronto, Ontario, M5A 3C4, Canada
Soulpepper Theatre Presents the World Premiere Documentary Concert
THE BIG EASY: MUSIC OF NEW ORLEANS
New Orleans has been the musical heartbeat of America from Congo Square to the Flood.

The Soulpepper music team including Divine Brown, Beau Dixon, Raja Javanfar, Andrew Penner, and SATE bring the sounds of joy, resilience, and innovation from The Big Easy up to the Big Smoke, exploring the city that gave birth to Louis Armstrong, Jelly Roll Morton, Dr. John and Jazz itself.

Tickets starting at $36 (all-in)

Learn more

Discover Women in Jazz: Ale Nuñez
2024-08-01 19:00 - 20:00 | Long & McQuade Performance Hall, 4 Pardee Avenue, Toronto, Canada
Ale Nuñez performs LIVE from the Long & McQuade Performance Hall at the jazz.fm91 studios on August 1, 2024, as part of our Discover Women in Jazz concert series.
Ale Avery Nuñez is a 23-year-old vocalist, arranger, songwriter and bandleader based in Toronto. Growing up on jazz and soul, Ale’s voice is timeless with a tone that is uniquely her own and leaves her audience hanging onto every note. Her influences range from Sarah Vaughan, Aretha Franklin, and Julie London to Feist and Norah Jones. Ale’s original music hybridizes genres and styles and her writing is vulnerable and honest. A recent graduate of the Bachelor of Music Degree at Humber College, Ale is creating a buzz in the music scene in Toronto and beyond and you can often see her perform regularly at many venues throughout Ontario. Ale was named “Artist of the Year” by the Toronto Undergraduate Jazz Festival in 2023 and 1st place recipient of the Etobicoke Jazz Festival’s Doc Awards 2022. Her focus in 2024 is to release her original music and begin recording an EP of beloved jazz standards.
Listen live or watch the broadcast on YouTube.

Art at the Pumphouse
2024-08-03 00:00 | Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre, 247 Ricardo Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON, L0S 1J0
Experience a vibrant showcase of original artworks at the Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre’s premier event on August 3 and 4, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Delight in a diverse range of creations including paintings, photography, sculpture, woodwork, glass, pottery, textiles, jewelry, and more. This in-person event offers a unique opportunity to view and purchase exceptional pieces while engaging with talented artists and artisans against the picturesque backdrop of the riverside.
For those unable to attend, an online show will run from July 15 to August 11, 2024, allowing virtual exploration and purchase of artworks from participating artists.
Enhancing the experience is an Outdoor Bistro featuring a bar and live music. Additionally, artist demos will provide insight into the creative process, enriching the overall event. Don’t miss this chance to immerse yourself in a celebration of creativity and culture at the Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre’s premier event. Visit artatthepumphouse.ca for more details.

Dias Latinos: Noah Abrahamse Album Release Party
2024-08-06 18:30 - 20:30 | Lula Lounge, 1585 Dundas Street West, Toronto, Canada
Noah Abrahamse & The Mumbo Jumbo perform the freshly released album Dias Latinos! Hilario Duran opening on piano + Full Latin Jazz Big Band

Discover Women in Jazz: Elena Kapeleris
2024-08-08 19:00 - 20:00 | Long & McQuade Performance Hall, 4 Pardee Avenue, Toronto, Canada
Elena Kapeleris performs LIVE from the Long & McQuade Performance Hall at the jazz.fm91 studios on August 8, 2024, as part of our Discover Women in Jazz concert series.
Elena Kapeleris is a Toronto based D’addario artist, vocalist, saxophonist, composer and educator. She has appeared on various recordings/live performances as a side musician (jazz, blues, R&B/ funk/pop, world music), has released one album as a leader and is currently working on a second release. A graduate of the Humber College Jazz Performance program, Elena has studied saxophone with world renowned saxophonist Pat LaBarbera, composition with the great Don Thompson, and voice with Shannon Gunn. She is currently a private instructor of voice and woodwinds at Centennial College.
During Elena’s career, she has performed with many other recognized artists such as Kellylee Evans, Jackie Richardson, Jully Black, Brandi Disterheft, Pat LaBarbera, Neil Swainson, Hilario Duran, and many more. Elena has also recorded on various projects with Juno award winning engineer and producer Hill Kourkoutis. She has played Massey Hall, Roy Thompson Hall and the NAC in Ottawa multiple times with the Women’s Blues Revue. Kapeleris has performed with these great artists at many different venues in the city, as well as clubs and Jazz and Blues Festivals around the world.
Listen live or watch the broadcast on YouTube.

Burlington Performing Arts Centre presents Jazz on the Plaza
2024-08-10 - 2024-08-12 | burlington performing arts centre, 440 Locust Street, Burlington, Ontario, L7S 1T7, Canada
Jazz on the Plaza’ has become a highly anticipated annual community event, showcasing a series of emerging and established Canadian musicians in an al fresco setting. The Burlington Performing Arts Centre Outdoor Plaza, at the corner of Elgin St. and Locust St., attracts thousands of residents to gather and enjoy the sounds of award-winning musicians. For more than 9 years, BPAC has been pleased to present free music to the community!
August 10
2pm: LAVI$H
4pm: Feeling Buble: A Michael Buble Tribute by Jay Davis

August 11
2pm: Ammoye
4pm: Heather Bambrick

Discover Women in Jazz: Dánae Olano
2024-08-14 19:00 - 20:00 | Long & McQuade Performance Hall, 4 Pardee Avenue, Toronto, Canada
Dánae Olano performs LIVE from the Long & McQuade Performance Hall at the jazz.fm91 studios on August 14, 2024, as part of our Discover Women in Jazz concert series.
Dánae Olano was born and raised in the musical melting pot of Havana, Cuba. She began classical musical studies at age 7 at the Alejandro García Caturla Music School, continuing at the Amadeo Roldan Conservatory of Music. She graduated from the University of Arts (ISA) in Havana as an accompanying and solo pianist, obtaining the Piano Cum Laude distinction. Her professional career began to blossom while studying in university. There, she made incursions into theatre music, being part of recognized companies like El Ingenio and Teatro de la Luna. During that time, she was also a co-founder of the band Alami, immersing herself and fellow Cuban-Canadian singer Dayme Arocena into jazz music. She was also a founding member of Banda XX, conducted by drummer Yissy García. Dánae is best known in North America as a founding member of the all-female band Jane Bunnett and Maqueque, which since its formation in 2013 has earned a Juno Award and been nominated on one other occasion, as well as earning a Grammy nomination. She is the band’s pianist and also sings, composes, and arranges for this renowned ensemble. Olano released her first album, Children’s Corner in March 2024 which contains original music as well as a powerful version of “Un Poco Loco” by Bud Powell.
Listen live or watch the broadcast our Youtube channel.

Oscar Peterson Day: Live to Air Concert with Jim Doxas, Robi Botos & Pat Collins
2024-08-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Long & McQuade Performance Hall, 4 Pardee Avenue, Toronto, Canada
Celebrate Oscar Peterson Day with a special Live to Air concert featuring drummer Jim Doxas, pianist Robi Botos and bassist Pat Collins with special guest Celine Peterson performing the music of the Canadian jazz legend.
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Markham Jazz Festival
2024-08-16 - 2024-08-19 | Main Street Unionville, Main Street, Unionville, Ontario, Canada
The Annual Markham Jazz Festival – August 16 to 18 on Historic Main Street Unionville

32 Free Outdoor Concerts on 3 stages Featuring:
Jackie Richardson
Nicole Zuraitis
Hilario Duran
The Eisenmen/Murley Quartet…..and so many others.

Alex Pangman at Markham Jazz Festival
2024-08-18 14:00 - 15:00 | Main Street Unionville, Main Street, Unionville, Ontario, Canada
Alex Pangman’s Alleycats Markham Jazz Festival
2 pm
McKay Wine and Beer Garden Stage
FREE

Port Hope Jazz Festival
2024-08-22 00:00 - 2024-08-25 00:00 | ON
The 2024 Port Hope Jazz Festival kicks off with a spectacular Free Jazz performance in Memorial Park Thurs-Aug-22nd 6-8pm with more Jazz performances at the Blue Room afterwards.
Fri-Aug-23rd, Sat-Aug-24th and Sun-Aug-25th there will be continuous Jazz performances featuring top Jazz musicians appearing at venues throughout the historic downtown Port Hope. You will not want to miss this amazing line-up that we will be posting on our website, Facebook and Instagram in the coming weeks ahead.
Come out to Port Hope and make a weekend of Jazz memories. Book your accommodations early! We look forward to seeing you!

Discover Women in Jazz: Joanna Majoko
2024-08-22 19:00 - 20:00 | Long & McQuade Performance Hall, 4 Pardee Avenue, Toronto, Canada
Joanna Majoko performs LIVE from the Long & McQuade Performance Hall at the jazz.fm91 studios on August 22, 2024, as part of our Discover Women in Jazz concert series.
Born in Germany to German and Zimbabwean parents, Majoko spent the majority of her childhood in Zimbabwe, where she grew up speaking Shona and German and participating in choirs, musicals, drum ensembles, and traditional Zimbabwean dance groups. From Zimbabwe, Majoko moved briefly to South Africa; then, at the age of fourteen, she and her family moved to Manitoba. It was at the University of Manitoba that Majoko would become immersed in jazz and would hone her skills as a vocalist, composer, and bandleader. Later, a move to Toronto would prove to be the catalyst for the next stage of her career. In Toronto’s rich, multi-faceted musical community, Majoko has found a steady stream of festivals, radio stations, and club programmers who were eager to hear her voice, both as a guest vocalist and with her own successful group. Majoko has been a fixture at the Toronto Jazz Festival, on jazz.fm91, at clubs such as The Rex and Poetry, and at major venues, including the Harbourfront Centre and the Canadian Opera Company’s Richard Bradshaw Amphitheatre. In addition to her talents as a vocalist, composer, and arranger, Majoko has expanded her skills as a multi-instrumentalist, developing a sense of advanced rhythmic independence by incorporating percussion instruments into her performance practice. In 2021, she added another important entry to her list of accomplishments: the release of her debut EP, No Holding Back.
Listen live or watch the broadcast on YouTube.

Discover Women in Jazz: Nicole Sinclair-Anderson
2024-08-29 19:00 - 20:00 | Long & McQuade Performance Hall, 4 Pardee Avenue, Toronto, Canada
Nicole Sinclair-Anderson performs LIVE from the Long & McQuade Performance Hall at the jazz.fm91 studios on August 29, 2024, as part of our Discover Women in Jazz concert series.
A Toronto native, has a shared love of two things: God and music. Nicole is a graduate from Humber College with a diploma in Jazz Studies. There she honed her skills by studying with great instructors such as Trish Colter, Pat Labarbara, Lisa Martenelli, Denny Christianson, Shelly Berger and Don Thompson. She graduated in 1998 from Humber College and quickly started to use her God given gift becoming one of the most sought after studio musicians. A principle soloist with the Juno-awarding winning Toronto Mass Choir for over 20 years, Nicole has been featured on many of their gospel recordings and has also recorded with Aileen Lombardo, Hiram Joseph, Mark Masri, Laila Biali, Jenna Burke, Dave Brown and Anthony Brancati. Nicole has had the pleasure of sharing the stage with Joe Hendricks, Alvin Slaughter, Andrew Craig, Larnell Lewis, Sam Williams, Corey Butler, Renee Rowe, Rob Brown, Matthew Burnett, Otis Williams, Toya Alexis and Shelly Berger, Isaac Cates, Julie Black and many other seasoned artists. Nicole was also on the inaugural television season of Canadian Idol, making it to the top 30. For over 8 years Nicole has been the Creative Arts Director at Malvern Christian Assembly and is always happy to share with others her unique vantage point of being not only an experienced singer/worship leader but also a seasoned gospel/jazz music artist/instructor.
Listen live or watch the broadcast on our Youtube channel.

T.U. Jazz Fest 2024
2024-08-30 00:00 | Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge Street, Toronto, Canada
The biggest jazz festival for emerging artists in Canada, T.U. Jazz Fest is holding its 10th annual festival at Mel Lastman Square on Labor Day weekend. With over 150 equity-deserving musicians across Canada, some of the JUNO Award musicians will serve the music lovers in the GTA with Jazz In the Now.

This is a FREE event. Tickets not required.
Friday August 30, 2024. 6 pm – 10 pm
Saturday August 31, 2024. 1 pm – 10 pm
Sunday September 1, 2024. 1 pm – 10 pm
Monday September 2, 2024. 1 pm – 8 pm

Program Features

Equity-Deserving Groups of Emerging artists and JUNO award-winning artists: 100% Canadian musicians (80% Ontario-based emerging musicians aged 35 or under)
Local Food & Market Vendor: World Eats Market
Masterclass series from some of the most wanted musicians

T.U. Jazz Fest 2024
2024-08-31 00:00 | Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge Street, Toronto, Canada
The biggest jazz festival for emerging artists in Canada, T.U. Jazz Fest is holding its 10th annual festival at Mel Lastman Square on Labor Day weekend. With over 150 equity-deserving musicians across Canada, some of the JUNO Award musicians will serve the music lovers in the GTA with Jazz In the Now.

This is a FREE event. Tickets are not required.
Friday August 30, 2024. 6 pm – 10 pm
Saturday August 31, 2024. 1 pm – 10 pm
Sunday September 1, 2024. 1 pm – 10 pm
Monday September 2, 2024. 1 pm – 8 pm

Program Features

Equity-Deserving Groups of Emerging artists and JUNO award-winning artists: 100% Canadian musicians (80% Ontario-based emerging musicians aged 35 or under)
Local Food & Market Vendor: World Eats Market
Masterclass series from some of the most wanted musicians

Olcott Beach Jazz Trail
2024-09-01 12:00 - 19:00 | Olcott Beach, 5965 E Main St, Olcott, NY, NY, 14126-9541, United States
The Olcott Beach Jazz Trail is back, Sunday September 1st. Featuring the Horace Silver Project, Western New York Big Band, Heather Bambrick and many more. Enjoy jazz on the beach in Olcott New York. Just minutes from the Queenston-Lewiston Bridge. Visit olcottbeachjazztrail.com.

Tim Hortons Southside Shuffle Blues and Jazz Festival
2024-09-06 - 2024-09-09 | Port Credit Memorial Park, 40 Lakeshore Rd E, Port Credit, ON, Canada
Check out the Tim Hortons Southside Shuffle Blues and Jazz Festival, September 6th through 8th. Featuring the Jim Cuddy Band, Matt Minglewood, the Downchild Blues Band and more. Plus the Lieoona street shuffle on Saturday. Visit southsideshuffle.ca.

The World of Jazz Festival
2024-09-06 08:00 - 2024-09-08 17:00 | Downtown Brampton Garden Square, 12 Main Street North, Brampton, Ontario, L6V 1N6, Canada
The World of Jazz Festival is the annual signature event for B-Jazzed, hosting more than 100 musicians performing over two days, in Downtown Brampton. The World of Jazz Festival extends an opportunity for local students, hobbyists, and professional musicians to perform across its various stages, and has featured Canadian and international jazz luminaries, such as Michael Kaeshammer, and the Count Basie Orchestra.
Annually, the festival is supported by more than 20 sponsors, as well as a grant from the City of Brampton.
See the full schedule here.

Scugog Arts Ontario Culture Days 2024 Festival
2024-09-21 10:00 - 16:00 | ON
September 21st and 22nd from 10am – 4pm
Scugog Arts invites you to celebrate The Ontario Culture Days Festival in beautiful Port Perry.

This FREE annual celebration features over 50 Free arts and culture events.Paint a derby car, take a trolley tour, catch Ontario Culture Days creative in residence, Aaron Jones, as he debuts his inflatable artwork “Sky irage” at Plamer Park.
Ontario Culture Days Festival, September 21st, and 22nd in Port Perry.

Visit onculturedays.ca/Scugog for more information.

FLOW FEST Brampton
2024-09-21 19:30 - 22:30 | The Rose Theatre Brampton, 1 Theatre Ln, Brampton, Ontario, L6V 0A3, Canada
Join us once again for the 3rd annual Flow Fest, Brampton’s International Drumming Festival, with Artistic Directors Larnell Lewis and Joy Lapps.
This year’s Flow Fest will be hosted by Asha Lapps & Ryan Chung and features performances by Weedie Braimah and Hands of Time; Esie Mensah Creations featuring Esie Mensah, Yohance Parsons and Taejah Mark; DJ Joshua Lucas; The Recipee; Majoko Duo; and the Flow Fest Percussion Ensemble.
