Heather Christine Big Birthday Show @ Freetimes Cafe
2023-06-11 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Toronto) | Free Times Cafe, 320 College St, Toronto, ON, M5T 1S3
Join vocalist Heather Christine for an exciting evening of Cabaret & Jazz at her “Big Birthday Show” on Sunday, June 11, 2023 at Freetimes Café in Toronto. Featured guests include Jazz Vocalist Donovan Locke, Peter Hill and Matt Zaddy.
Enjoy a colourful mix of Heather’s all-time favourite Jazz standards, beloved classics and original songs. The show begins at 7pm guests are welcome to come for dinner and enjoy the delicious Jewish and Middle East fare. Tickets are $15 at the door or $10 in advance on Eventbrite.
Sing, laugh, dance and enjoy the free cake at this celebration!
Freetimes Café is located at 320 College St, Toronto, ON M5T 1S3, (416) 967-1078. Email hcb@rogers.com for more details.

Jairus Sharif @ The Music Gallery
2023-06-14 20:00 | The Music Gallery, 918 Bathurst St, Toronto, ON, M5R 3G5
Jairus Sharif and Mustafa Rafiq, along with local artists Marilyn Yogarajah, Subsume, and Adrian Russouw, join us for a personal, wild-hearted tribute to the potential of improvised music.
For the final Emergents show of the year, we delve into the expressive energy of freely improvised sound.
Mohkinstsis/Calgary-based multi-instrumentalist, improviser, composer and producer Jairus Sharif creates music that deals with healing, self-understanding, and personal freedom, forging connections between hip-hop abstraction, mysticism, and outsider jazz. Following the fall 2022 release of his latest album Water & Tools, Sharif will join the Music Gallery for an improvised set alongside Edmonton-based fellow sonic explorer Mustafa Rafiq, navigating themes generated by the duo.
Opening the evening are local improvisers Marilyn Yogarajah, Subsume, and Adrian Russouw, performing together as a trio for the very first time in a freely-improvised set for trumpet, bass, and live electronics.
Part of the Emergents series, curated by Sara Constant.

Live to Air: Dee Daniels & Denzal Sinclaire
2023-06-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Long & McQuade Performance Hall, 4 Pardee Avenue, Toronto, Canada
Dee Daniels and Denzal Sinclaire perform in a Live to Air concert on Thursday, June 15, at 7 p.m. ET.
Both artists have built legendary careers and are well-known in the spiritual and jazz world. Here, they’ll share classics and standards alongside tracks from their latest release Let It Shine! Let It Shine!
Listen live or watch the broadcast on YouTube.

Julian Fauth Quintet @ the Distillery District
2023-06-16 16:00 - 19:00 | Distillery District, 2 Trinity St, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Join us every weekend in Trinity Square for live Jazz and Blues all summer long! Performers to be announced weekly.
Entertainment schedule for the remainder of June:
Friday June 16th
4:00pm- 7:30pm Julian Fauth Quintet
Saturday June 17th
1:00 pm -4:00 pm Dixie Demons
4:30 pm – 7:30 pm Denis Keldie Experience
Sunday June 18th
1:00 pm -4:00 pm Richard Underhill
4:30 pm – 7:30 pm Queen Pepper
Friday June 23rd
4:00pm- 7:30pm Eliana Cuevas
Saturday June 17th
1:00 pm -4:00 pm TBA
4:30 pm – 7:30 pm Sean Bellaviti
Sunday June 25th
1:00 pm -4:00 pm Linda Carone Lemon Twist
4:30 pm – 7:30 pm Christopher Plock Band

The Soul Jazz Kollective @ BSMT245
2023-06-16 19:30 | BSMT254, 254 254 Lansdowne Avenue, Toronto, ON, M6H 3X9
The Soul Jazz Kollective is a group led by Guitarist Maurice Gordon playing music from the most famous genre of Jazz in the 1960’s. Soul jazz or funky jazz is a subgenre of jazz that incorporates strong influences from hard bop, blues, soul, gospel and rhythm and blues and instrumentation usually includes the organ as made popular by artists such as Jimmy Smith.
Members of this exciting new music group include Brendan Davis on bass, Rickie MacIntosh on keyboards and Jojo Bowden filling in on drums for a recovering Norman Jones.

Dixie Demons @ the Distillery District
2023-06-17 13:00 - 16:00 | Distillery District, 2 Trinity St, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Sean Bellaviti @ the Distillery District
2023-06-17 16:30 - 19:30 | ON

Denis Keldie Experience @ the Distillery District
2023-06-17 16:30 - 19:30 | Distillery District, 2 Trinity St, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Richard Underhill @ the Distillery District
2023-06-18 13:00 - 16:00 | Distillery District, 2 Trinity St, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Queen Pepper @ the Distillery District
2023-06-18 16:30 - 19:30 | Distillery District, 2 Trinity St, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

TONE: Jason Doell, New Hermitage, meimei
2023-06-18 20:00 - 23:30 | Arraymusic, 155 Walnut Ave, Toronto, Ontario, M6J 3W3, Canada
On June 18 at Array Space TONE features noted local experimentalist Jason Doell as he launches his album Becoming In Shadows ~ Of Being Touched (White Sepulchre). Doell shares the culmination of a multi-year process of gathering and resituating recordings of piano sounds through his very own algorithmic compositional tool. The interplay between Doell (piano) and the generative sampled material offers a labyrinthine journey through sonic spaces. The event includes east coast improvising ensemble New Hermitage (Andrew MacKelvie, India Gailey, Ross Burns, and Ellen Gibling) who play with expectations through “fragile, gauzy chamber sound,” which “sigh, arch, and shimmer in meticulously pitched blends that soothe as much as they stammer” (Quietus). The duo of vocalist Amirtha Kidambi and pianist Ananya Ganesh sonically realizes the concept of embodied becoming, through unfurling emergent forms.
$12 Adv / $15 Door, All Ages

Strat Andriotis and Jeff Vidov
2023-06-19 17:30 - 19:30 | ON
Guitar and Piano Jazz Duo

Sam Greenfield @ Adelaide Hall
2023-06-20 19:00 | Adelaide Hall, 250 Adelaide St W Second Floor, Toronto, ON, M5H 1X6
Multi-instrumentalist and composer Sam Greenfield has made a name for himself in the music industry playing alongside some of the biggest names in the biz. He has toured extensively with Vulfpeck’s Cory Wong, Joss Stone, Dave Koz, and Thank You Scientist. But he’s not just a hired gun – Sam made waves with his latest release “Sam Greenfield Sucks,” blending the sophistication of jazz with the lively spirit of pop and funk to create a sound that is uniquely his own. He has built a loyal following, drawing in listeners with his irresistible melodies, grooves, vibrant energy and infectious personality.

TONE: Zoh Amba & Chris Corsano, Farida Amadou, Ways
2023-06-21 20:00 - 23:30 | Tranzac Club, 292 Brunswick Avenue, Toronto, Canada
On June 21 TONE unlocks reactive potential at the Tranzac with Zoh Amba (saxophone) and Chris Corsano (percussion). Each artist brings a prodigious world of sound to their improvising practice, capable of blistering roars, transcendent oases, and worlds in between. Brussels-based Farida Amadou brings her transformative bass playing that takes turbulent crushed tones and renders them familiar and nuanced. The rhythmic agility of Ways (Brodie West, and Evan Cartwright), described by the Wire as “…deeply thoughtful and absorbing,” add to the evening with their refined sound-weaving, bringing an uncanny mutualism to their reeds and drums.
$15 Adv / $20 Door, All Ages

Men in Black Back 2 Back @ the Moonshine Cafe
2023-06-22 19:30 - 21:30 | The Moonshine Cafe, 137 Kerr St, Oakville, ON, L6K 3A6
The Men in Black Roadshow with a feature set by Kim Warkentin

Eliana Cuevas @ the Distillery District
2023-06-23 16:00 - 19:30 | Distillery District, 2 Trinity St, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Jim Clayton at Shangri-La
2023-06-23 17:00 - 20:00 | Shangri La, 188 University Ave, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Award-winning jazz pianist/vocalist performs at the main-floor lounge.

Toronto BluesFest @ East York Civic Centre
2023-06-24 12:00 - 21:00 | East York Civic Centre, 850 Coxwell Ave., Toronto, Ontario, M4C 5R1, Canada
June 24th Toronto BluesFest at the East York Civic Centre promises to be a fun day of great music, artisan market, kids activities and more. From Noon to 9 pm. Admission is free.

Don’t miss the Toronto East Rotary Club’s annual BluesFest featuring five leading Toronto blues artists including Danny Marks & The Bluez.FM All Stars, Gene Hardy Trio, The Blues Miners, Roots Down Trio and Left Turn. Performances run from 2:00 to 9:00 pm. Also featured is the Long & McQuade Youth Stage lshowcasing aspiring young musicians from 12 Noon to 2:00 p.m. Bring your lawn chair, stay the day and enjoy great music along with an artisan market and fun activities for the kids.

RESOUND Choir presents Raising Voices!
2023-06-24 19:30 - 21:30 | King St. Community Church, 611 King St W, Oshawa, Ontario, L1J 2L1, Canada
RESOUND Choir joins Juno Award winning Toronto Mass Choir to present ‘Raising Voices!’ With stellar sets from both ensembles, this combined gospel choir of over 100 singers will deliver a thrilling and memorable music experience. Visit RESOUNDChoir.ca for tickets.

TONE: White People Killed Them
2023-06-24 20:00 - 23:30 | Tranzac Club, 292 Brunswick Avenue, Toronto, Canada
The final week of the TONE festival begins June 24 at the Tranzac with the highly anticipated Toronto performance of White People Killed Them—a collaboration between Pulitzer Prize-winning composer and sound artist Raven Chacon, John Dieterich of Deerhoof, and percussionist and installation artist Marshall Trammell. The provocative name calls on the subjectivity of the listener, asserting a polemical sound that roils, resists, or resolves with each individual. The trio create sonic declarations with total abandon, as vaulting electronics are buffeted by scorched guitar and propulsive drumwork. The evening includes two local acts with Not A Band bringing crunchy new wave treats, and Animatist offering polyrhythmic experimental rock formulations.
$15 Adv / $20 Door, All Ages

Jazz At The Port Credit Legion
2023-06-25 13:00 - 14:00 | Port Credit Legion (Branch 82), 35 Front Street North, Mississauga, Canada
We’re back for our monthly gig at the Port Credit Legion wth FREE rerfreshments from 1 PM on courtesy of Chartwell Regency Retirement Redidence. Come out and enjoy an afternoon of LIVE big band jazz !

Linda Carone Lemon Twist @ the Distillery District
2023-06-25 13:00 - 16:00 | Distillery District, 2 Trinity St, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Christopher Plock Band @ the Distillery District
2023-06-25 16:30 - 19:30 | Distillery District, 2 Trinity St, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Join us every weekend in Trinity Square for live Jazz and Blues all summer long! Performers to be announced weekly.
Entertainment schedule for the remainder of June:
Friday June 16th
4:00pm- 7:30pm Julian Fauth Quintet
Saturday June 17th
1:00 pm -4:00 pm Dixie Demons
4:30 pm – 7:30 pm Denis Keldie Experience
Sunday June 18th
1:00 pm -4:00 pm Richard Underhill
4:30 pm – 7:30 pm Queen Pepper
Friday June 23rd
4:00pm- 7:30pm Eliana Cuevas
Saturday June 24th
1:00 pm -4:00 pm TBA
4:30 pm – 7:30 pm Sean Bellaviti
Sunday June 25th
1:00 pm -4:00 pm Linda Carone Lemon Twist
4:30 pm – 7:30 pm Christopher Plock Band

TONE: Caroline Davis’ Alula, Madeleine Ertel
2023-06-25 20:00 - 23:30 | The Rex, 194 Queen Street West, Toronto, Canada
Brooklyn-based Caroline Davis (saxophone) presents Alula with ensemble members Chris Tordini (electric bass) and Kate Gentile (drums), which according to Something Else! “might very well be her most ambitious project yet even as it’s also structurally her most spare.” The album version of Alula featured Matt Mitchell (synthesizers) and another Deerhoof member, Gregory Saunier (percussion). Madeleine Ertel (trumpet) will be joined by Steven Noronha (piano) and Jonathan Chapman (bass) to play a set of her original music for the first time as a trio.
Tickets: $20/$15/$10

Luckhart’s Blues Experience - Launch Party
2023-06-28 19:00 - 22:00 | ON
Heather Luckhart is launching a new series at a new venue in the Junction!
Find Luckhart every Wednesday at My House for her Blues Experience, starting with the launch party on June 28!
Enjoy an early night at a beautiful venue with outstanding eats and fare!

Jim Clayton at Reid's Distillery
2023-06-28 20:00 - 22:00 | Reid’s Distillery, 32 Logan Ave, Toronto, Ontario, M4M 2M8, Canada
Award-winning jazz pianist/vocalist Jim Clayton is joined by bassist Peter Telford, as part of Reid’s popular Gin & Jazz series. This performance is a fundraiser for Jim’s new album, being recorded this summer in New Orleans with jazz luminaries Herlin Riley and Amina Scott. (Advance tickets are a must, as Jim’s shows at Reid’s consistently sell out.)

TONE: Sun Ra Arkestra, Tender Buttons
2023-06-28 20:00 - 23:30 | The Great Hall, 1087 Queen St. W, Toronto, ON, M6J 1H3, Canada
TONE concludes on June 28 at the Great Hall as part of the interplanetary journey of the Sun Ra Arkestra. The Arkestra builds on an omnipotent lineage that infuses their big band sound described as “congregations of spontaneous harmony” (The Guardian). Maestro Marshall Allen, who joined the Arkestra in 1960, connects the current ensemble members to founder Sun Ra. While unable to tour with the group, Allen helps to extrapolate Sun Ra’s spiritual and sonic trajectories that give rise to their revelatory performances.
Tickets: $40 Adv / $50 Door

Jim Clayton at Shangri-La
2023-06-29 17:00 - 20:00, 2023-06-30 17:00 - 20:00 | Shangri La, 188 University Ave, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Award-winning jazz pianist/vocalist Jim Clayton performs in the main floor lobby bar.

Harbourfront Centre Summer Opening Weekend
2023-06-30 - 2023-07-04 | Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto, Ontario, M5J 2G8, Canada
What: Harbourfront Centre Opening Weekend
Where: 235 Queens Quay W, Toronto, ON M5J 2G8
When: June 30 – July 3
Harbourfront Centre’s music-filled summer season kicks off this July long weekend! Experience free performances from the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, featuring renowned Broadway star Jewelle Blackman who will play a free pops concert on Canada Day. The weekend also will be filled with free performances by JUNO award-winning rock band The Strumbellas, along with Kalàscima ft. Andrea Ramolo, Lulla All Stars and many more. Harbourfront Centre will be bustling with art, comedy, food and activities for everyone!
A few highlighted performances include:

HEADLINER: The Strumbellas, with opener Cat Clyde
WHEN: June 30, 8–10:45 pm
WHERE: Concert Stage

HEADLINER: Toronto Symphony Orchestra, with opener Martha Chaves
WHEN: July 1, 8–10:30 pm
WHERE: Concert Stage

HEADLINER: Kalàscima ft. Andrea Ramolo
WHEN: July 2, 9:30-10:45 pm
WHERE: Concert Stage

HEADLINER: Lula All Stars
WHEN: July 3, 3-4pm and 5-6pm with a free dance lesson at 4:30pm
WHERE: Stage in the Park

For information on dates, summer programming, and food and market vendors visit HarbourfrontCentre.com.
