DECEMBER

DECEMBER 1ST 2017

The Evan Shay Standards Band

Featuring: Erik Hove- Alto Sax, Evan Shay-Tenor Sax, Jean-Michel Pilc- Piano, Mathieu McConnell- Bass, Michel Lambert- Drums

DECEMBER 2ND 2017

Rachel Therrien Quintet

this young, creative and very talented quintet founded by trumpeter and composer Rachel Therrien in 2009, figures in the most creative jazz ensemble of her generation.

DECEMBER 3RD 2017

Impulso Flamenco

Formed by Mexican percussionist and singer Sergio Barrenechea, Impulso Flamenco presents a mix repertoire of traditional Flamenco in fusion with Latino and Arab musics, with Jazz accents.

DECEMBER 4TH 2017

Upstairs Jam Session hosted by Jim Doxas with Kenny Bibace & Adrian Vedady

This week: The Upstairs Jam session is hosted by Jim Doxas (drums), and special guests

DECEMBER 5TH 2017

McGill Jazz combo

Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:30pm, Upstairs showcases McGill University’s Schulich School of Music students.

DECEMBER 5TH 2017

Piano Trio Tuesdays: Kevin Warren
New Electric Trio

Kevin Warren - drums, Olivier Salazar - piano/keys, Émile Farley - basse

DECEMBER 6TH 2017

Dawn Tyler Watson Duo ft. John Sadowy

Dawn Tyler Watson is a six-time consecutive winner of the Quebec Lys Blues Award for Best Female Artist.

DECEMBER 7TH 2017

McGill Jazz combo

Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:30pm, Upstairs showcases McGill University’s Schulich School of Music students.

DECEMBER 7TH 2017

Bharath and his Rhythm Four

Their time-stamped authentic style, purist approach and incomparable energy, is inspired by the great American bluesmen who once scoured the juke joints of Chicago and the Midwest.

DECEMBER 8TH 2017

Colin Hunter

A huge fan of the 1950s crooner-jazz repertoire, Colin Hunter has launched a few CDs and has hit the stage many times with the ever-talented vocal singer Kim Richardson.

DECEMBER 9TH 2017

Colin Hunter

A huge fan of the 1950s crooner-jazz repertoire, Colin Hunter has launched a few CDs and has hit the stage many times with the ever-talented vocal singer Kim Richardson.

DECEMBER 10TH 2017

Latin Jazz Night

Featuring: Domier Gonzales (percussions), Michel Cantero (piano), Nestor Rodriguez (sax), Alex Bellegarde (bass)

DECEMBER 11TH 2017

Upstairs Jam Session hosted by Jim Doxas with Kenny Bibace & Adrian Vedady

This week: The Upstairs Jam session is hosted by Jim Doxas (drums), and special guests

DECEMBER 12TH 2017

Closed at night for Private Event

DECEMBER 12TH 2017

Closed at night for Private Event

DECEMBER 13TH 2017

Jam Session with the Concordia Jazz Students

5pm to 7pm - Every Wednesday, students in the jazz program at Concordia University will play at Upstairs.

DECEMBER 13TH 2017

Guillaume Martineau & Petros Klampanis Duo

Greek, New York-based bassist and composer Petros Klampanis will be joining pianist Guillaume Martineau in his hometown for a one-evening jazz performance

DECEMBER 14TH 2017

5 to 7 - Nilia Berkin solo Jazz Cocktail

Nilia is a Montreal singer, songwriter, pianist and international performer. Her repertoire ranges from jazz standards, bossa nova and blues to pop.

DECEMBER 14TH 2017

Christopher O'Neil Thomas - Christmas Show

Calm & cool, Christopher O'Neil Thomas is a performer with a flair for interpretive torch ballads and up-tempo, swinging masterpieces.

DECEMBER 15TH 2017

Paulo Ramos Brazilian Jazz Quartet

Avec: Paulo Ramos (guitare et voix), Jessica Vigneault (piano et voix), Fabrice Laurent & Daniel Bellegarde (percussions)

DECEMBER 16TH 2017

Lex French Quintet feat Al McLean

Feat. Lex French, trumpet ; Al McLean, sax ; Gentiane MG, piano ; Levi Dover, bass ; Jim Doxas, drums

DECEMBER 17TH 2017

Davy Saks and his orchestra

Feat: Dave Watts (bass), Bill Mahar (trumpet), Dave Martin (trombone), Cam Wallis (sax), Jim doxas (drums), Paul Shrofel (piano)

DECEMBER 18TH 2017

Upstairs Jam Session hosted by Jim Doxas with Paul Shrofel & Adrian Vedady

This week: The Upstairs Jam session is hosted by Jim Doxas (drums), and special guests

DECEMBER 19TH 2017

Anghel/Jacques/Galea/Hébert

With their sincere approach to modern jazz, this quartet of young artists engages the audience from the first note to the last.

DECEMBER 19TH 2017

Piano Trio Tuesdays: Kevin Warren Trio
East West Project Revisited

Kevin Warren - drums, Jonathan Cayer - piano, Rémi Jean Leblanc - bass

DECEMBER 20TH 2017

JPS Band feat. Ria Reece

On the 20th of December at the Upstairs, the Montreal jazz duo JPS Band (bassist Sylvain Lamothe and pianist JP Bouffard), will be celebrating the release of their debut album.

DECEMBER 21ST 2017

5 to 7 - Nilia Berkin solo Jazz Cocktail

Nilia is a Montreal singer, songwriter, pianist and international performer. Her repertoire ranges from jazz standards, bossa nova and blues to pop.

DECEMBER 21ST 2017

Ben Racine Blues Band

Ben’s soulful voice is reminiscent of the greatest Rhythm and Blues vocalists of the ‘50s and ‘60s.

DECEMBER 22ND 2017

Dawn Tyler Watson Christmas show

Dawn Tyler Watson is a six-time consecutive winner of the Quebec Lys Blues Award for Best Female Artist.

DECEMBER 23RD 2017

Jessica Vigneault
A Child is born: Tribute to Tony Bennett & Bill Evans

In this tribute to the Tony Bennett and Bill Evans duet albums, you will hear "A Child Is Born", "Waltz for Debby", "The Two Lonely People", "You Must Believe in Spring", "Maybe September"… among other superb standards

DECEMBER 24TH 2017

Closed - Happy Holidays!!

DECEMBER 25TH 2017

Closed - Happy Holidays!!

DECEMBER 26TH 2017

Soley Trio

Soley Trio plays a unique blend of Jazz and improvied music inspired by irresistible west Africa and Indian Ocean rythms.

DECEMBER 27TH 2017

Jim Zeller acoustic duo

A dominant figure on the Quebec blues scene, Jim Zeller has the nasty habit of getting people in a frenzy everywhere he plays his harmonica.

DECEMBER 28TH 2017

Shawn McPherson

Barely 22 years old, Shawn McPherson has already established himself as an up and coming harmonica master.

DECEMBER 29TH 2017

Montreal Hard Bop Five

From Monk to Coltrane, Blakey to Byrd, with the band's own compositions thrown in for good measure, these guys swing baby !

DECEMBER 30TH 2017

B's Bees

Montreal group B`s Bees is a hard swinging jazz outfit that brings a high energy interpretation to the music of past masters.

DECEMBER 31ST 2017

Dawn Tyler Watson - New Years Eve Party

Celebrate New Year's Eve at the Upstairs with vocalist Dawn Tyler Watson and her band!

JANUARY 1ST 2018

Closed - Happy New Year!!

JANUARY 2ND 2018

Piano Trio Tuesdays:
Leblanc/Beaulieu/Ritchie play Stevie Wonder

Remi-Jean Leblanc (bass), Jérôme Beaulieu (piano) and Greg Ritchie (drums)

JANUARY 3RD 2018

Elizabeth Shepherd

Souljazz innovator Elizabeth Shepherd has been praised around the world for her song-writing chops

JANUARY 4TH 2018

Bharath and his Rhythm Four

Their time-stamped authentic style, purist approach and incomparable energy, is inspired by the great American bluesmen who once scoured the juke joints of Chicago and the Midwest.

JANUARY 5TH 2018

Groove Gang

Groove Gang featuring Richard Beaudet (sax), Pedro Ullmann (organ), Gary Schwartz (guitar) and Jim Hillman (drums).

JANUARY 6TH 2018

Groove Gang

Groove Gang featuring Richard Beaudet (sax), Pedro Ullmann (organ), Gary Schwartz (guitar) and Jim Hillman (drums).

JANUARY 7TH 2018

Latin Jazz Night

Featuring: Domier Gonzales (percussions), Michel Cantero (piano), Nestor Rodriguez (sax), Alex Bellegarde (bass)

JANUARY 8TH 2018

Upstairs Jam Session hosted by Jim Doxas with Chris Maskell & Adrian Vedady

This week: The Upstairs Jam session is hosted by Jim Doxas (drums), and special guests

JANUARY 9TH 2018

Piano Trio Tuesdays: Jeff Johnston digs the bill evans trio

A tribute to one of the most influential bands in jazz history: The Bill Evans Trio with Scott Lafaro and Paul Motion.

JANUARY 10TH 2018

Jam Session with the Concordia Jazz Students

5pm to 7pm - Every Wednesday, students in the jazz program at Concordia University will play at Upstairs.

JANUARY 10TH 2018

Dawn Tyler Watson Duo ft. John Sadowy

Dawn Tyler Watson is a six-time consecutive winner of the Quebec Lys Blues Award for Best Female Artist.

JANUARY 11TH 2018

Steve Rowe

Blues guitarist Steve Rowe has earned his title of Guitar Hero through media and fans alike.

JANUARY 12TH 2018

Masson Stomp

A musical journey to New Orleans in the 20s and 40s, this is what Masson Stomp is all about: Dixieland jazz and Swing styles.

JANUARY 13TH 2018

Jason Rosenblatt & Tevet Sela Quartet

Jason Rosenblatt - Piano, Harmonica / Tevet Sela - Saxophone / Joel Kerr - Elec. Bass / Martin Auguste - Drums

JANUARY 14TH 2018

Parc X Trio - Tribute to Duke Ellington

After their successful “hommage” series last August, Parc X Trio have decided to celebrate the music another jazz icon, Duke Ellington.

JANUARY 15TH 2018

Upstairs Jam Session hosted by Jim Doxas with Frank Lozano & Adrian Vedady

This week: The Upstairs Jam session is hosted by Jim Doxas (drums), and special guests

JANUARY 16TH 2018

Piano Trio Tuesdays: Guillaume Martineau presents Tribute to Brel & Brassens

feat. Guillaume Martineau : piano / Mark Nelson : drums / Eric Lagacé : bass

JANUARY 17TH 2018

Jam Session with the Concordia Jazz Students

5pm to 7pm - Every Wednesday, students in the jazz program at Concordia University will play at Upstairs.

JANUARY 17TH 2018

Fuat Tuaç Quartet

Fuat Tuaç and his band will be performing well-known jazz standards as well as their own compositions and the band will be joined by special guests for the evening.

JANUARY 18TH 2018

Ben Racine Blues Band

Ben’s soulful voice is reminiscent of the greatest Rhythm and Blues vocalists of the ‘50s and ‘60s.

JANUARY 18TH 2018

Ben Racine Blues Band

Ben’s soulful voice is reminiscent of the greatest Rhythm and Blues vocalists of the ‘50s and ‘60s.

JANUARY 19TH 2018

Paulo Ramos Brazilian Jazz Quartet

Avec: Paulo Ramos (guitare et voix), Jessica Vigneault (piano et voix), Fabrice Laurent & Daniel Bellegarde (percussions)

JANUARY 20TH 2018

Jean-Michel Pilc trio

Featuring: Jean-Michel Pilc (piano), Rémi-Jean Leblanc (double bass) & Jim Doxas (drums)

JANUARY 21ST 2018

Latin Jazz Night

Featuring: Domier Gonzales (percussions), Michel Cantero (piano), Nestor Rodriguez (sax), Alex Bellegarde (bass)

JANUARY 22ND 2018

Upstairs Jam Session hosted by Jim Doxas with Jerome Beaulieu & Adrian Vedady

This week: The Upstairs Jam session is hosted by Jim Doxas (drums), and special guests

JANUARY 23RD 2018

Piano Trio Tuesdays: Guillaume Martineau presents Tribute to Duke Ellington Songbook

feat. Guillaume Martineau : piano, Janna Kate : vocals, Lex French : trumpet

JANUARY 24TH 2018

Jam Session with the Concordia Jazz Students

5pm to 7pm - Every Wednesday, students in the jazz program at Concordia University will play at Upstairs.

JANUARY 24TH 2018

Fryr-Tùk

Damien-Jade Cyr, saxophones / Robin Chemtov, piano / Simon Lévesque, bass / William Javier Machado, drums

JANUARY 25TH 2018

Shawn McPherson

Barely 22 years old, Shawn McPherson has already established himself as an up and coming harmonica master.

JANUARY 26TH 2018

Kevin Dean's Cowboy Band

Kevin Dean trumpet / Marie Fatima Rudolf piano / Levi Dover bass / Michel Lambert drums / Gabriel Lambert guitar

JANUARY 27TH 2018

Ron di Lauro - Tribute to Chet Baker

Working at the heart of the national jazz scene for over 30 years, Montreal trumpeter Ron Di Lauro has made his name for both his versatility and technical mastery.

JANUARY 28TH 2018

Sam Kirmayer Quartet

Sam Kirmayer (guitar) / Sean Fyfe (piano) / Mike De Masi (bass) / Dave Laing (drums)

JANUARY 29TH 2018

Upstairs Jam Session hosted by Jim Doxas with Jerome Beaulieu & Adrian Vedady

This week: The Upstairs Jam session is hosted by Jim Doxas (drums), and special guests

JANUARY 30TH 2018

Closed at night for Private Event

JANUARY 31ST 2018

Jam Session with the Concordia Jazz Students

5pm to 7pm - Every Wednesday, students in the jazz program at Concordia University will play at Upstairs.

JANUARY 31ST 2018

Simone Prattico trio

Sophisticated melodies, Italian cinematographic ambiences and intense, sometimes tribal rhythms: this is the musical sketch of Italian drummer and percussionist Simone Prattico

FEBRUARY 1ST 2018

McGill Jazz combo

Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:30pm, Upstairs showcases McGill University’s Schulich School of Music students.

FEBRUARY 1ST 2018

Bharath and his Rhythm Four

Their time-stamped authentic style, purist approach and incomparable energy, is inspired by the great American bluesmen who once scoured the juke joints of Chicago and the Midwest.

FEBRUARY 2ND 2018

Marianne Trudel Quartet feat. Tony Malaby, John Hollenbeck & RJ Leblanc

For the occasion, the pianist and composer Marianne Trudel has invited John Hollenbeck (drums) and RJ Leblanc (bass) to join them. A world premiere to not be missed!

FEBRUARY 3RD 2018

Marianne Trudel Quartet feat. Tony Malaby, John Hollenbeck & RJ Leblanc

The pianist and composer Marianne Trudel has invited Tony Malaby (sax), John Hollenbeck (drums) and RJ Leblanc (bass) to join them. A world premiere to not be missed!

FEBRUARY 4TH 2018

Latin Jazz Night

Featuring: Domier Gonzales (percussions), Michel Cantero (piano), Nestor Rodriguez (sax), Alex Bellegarde (bass)

FEBRUARY 5TH 2018

Upstairs Jam Session hosted by Jim Doxas with Petr Cancura & Adrian Vedady

This week: The Upstairs Jam session is hosted by Jim Doxas (drums), and special guests

FEBRUARY 6TH 2018

McGill Jazz combo

Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:30pm, Upstairs showcases McGill University’s Schulich School of Music students.

FEBRUARY 6TH 2018

Piano Trio Tuesdays: Josh Rager presents Tribute to Billy Strayhorn

Josh is a pianist, arranger, composer, and teacher based in Montreal, Canada. Throughout his 10 year career he has performed extensively in Japan, Europe and North America.

FEBRUARY 7TH 2018

Jam Session with the Concordia Jazz Students

5pm to 7pm - Every Wednesday, students in the jazz program at Concordia University will play at Upstairs.

FEBRUARY 7TH 2018

Jeff Johnston Quartet feat. Frank Lozano

Feat: Jeff Johnston - piano / Frank Lozano - sax / Fraser Hollins - bass / Greg Ritchie - drums

FEBRUARY 8TH 2018

McGill Jazz combo

Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:30pm, Upstairs showcases McGill University’s Schulich School of Music students.

FEBRUARY 8TH 2018

Justin Saladino Blues Band

Born and raised in Montreal, Justin Saladino gives a fresh take on the blues.

FEBRUARY 9TH 2018

Robi Botos Trio - Album launch

Robi Botos - Piano / Mike Downes - Acoustic Bass / Jim Doxas - Drums

FEBRUARY 10TH 2018

Parlor Social with Dessy Di Lauro x Ric'key Pageot

PARLOR SOCIAL- Montreal expats Dessy Di Lauro (vocals), Ric’key Pageot (piano)—brings a fresh approach to the music scene.

FEBRUARY 11TH 2018

The Conn artists

Emily Bowmile - Saxophone/flute/compositions, Julia Warren - Saxophone/compositions, Charles Colizza - Electric Guitar, Vincent Dessurault - Upright Bass, Alex Lepanto - Drums

FEBRUARY 12TH 2018

Upstairs Jam Session hosted by Jim Doxas with Alex Francoeur & Adrian Vedady

This week: The Upstairs Jam session is hosted by Jim Doxas (drums), and special guests

FEBRUARY 13TH 2018

McGill Jazz combo

Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:30pm, Upstairs showcases McGill University’s Schulich School of Music students.

FEBRUARY 13TH 2018

Piano Trio Tuesdays: Josh Rager presents Tribute to Cedar Walton

Josh is a pianist, arranger, composer, and teacher based in Montreal, Canada. Throughout his 10 year career he has performed extensively in Japan, Europe and North America.

FEBRUARY 14TH 2018

Valentine's Day: Dorothée Berryman

A mid-winter ritual, singer, actress Dorothée Berryman performing ballads in the intimate setting of Upstairs Jazz Bar & Grill for Valentine’s Day

FEBRUARY 15TH 2018

McGill Jazz combo

Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:30pm, Upstairs showcases McGill University’s Schulich School of Music students.

FEBRUARY 15TH 2018

Harpdog Brown & the Travelin’ Blues Show

Harpdog Brown has been immersed in the Canadian blues scene for over 30 years.

FEBRUARY 16TH 2018

Kim Richardson

Kim Richardson started her career at a very young age, first as an actress and a dancer in the theaters in the Toronto area.

FEBRUARY 17TH 2018

Mossing/Kennedy Quintet

Donny Kennedy - Saxophone / Dave Mossing- Trumpet / Andre White- Piano / Jonny Chapman - Bass / Dave Laing- Drums

FEBRUARY 18TH 2018

Latin Jazz Night

Featuring: Domier Gonzales (percussions), Michel Cantero (piano), Nestor Rodriguez (sax), Alex Bellegarde (bass)

FEBRUARY 19TH 2018

Upstairs Jam Session hosted by Jim Doxas with Gary Schwartz & Adrian Vedady

This week: The Upstairs Jam session is hosted by Jim Doxas (drums), and special guests

FEBRUARY 20TH 2018

McGill Jazz combo

Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:30pm, Upstairs showcases McGill University’s Schulich School of Music students.

FEBRUARY 20TH 2018

Piano Trio Tuesdays: Josh Rager presents Tribute to Herbie Hancock

Josh is a pianist, arranger, composer, and teacher based in Montreal, Canada. Throughout his 10 year career he has performed extensively in Japan, Europe and North America.

FEBRUARY 21ST 2018

Jam Session with the Concordia Jazz Students

5pm to 7pm - Every Wednesday, students in the jazz program at Concordia University will play at Upstairs.

FEBRUARY 21ST 2018

Kim Zombik Quartet

Feat. Kim Zombik, voice / Andres Vial, piano / Martin Heslop, bass / André White, drums

FEBRUARY 22ND 2018

McGill Jazz combo

Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:30pm, Upstairs showcases McGill University’s Schulich School of Music students.

FEBRUARY 22ND 2018

Shawn McPherson Blues Band

Barely 22 years old, Shawn McPherson has already established himself as an up and coming harmonica master.

FEBRUARY 23RD 2018

Paulo Ramos Brazilian Jazz Quartet

Avec: Paulo Ramos (guitare et voix), Jessica Vigneault (piano et voix), Fabrice Laurent & Daniel Bellegarde (percussions)

FEBRUARY 24TH 2018

Elizabeth Shepherd

Souljazz innovator Elizabeth Shepherd has been praised around the world for her song-writing chops

FEBRUARY 25TH 2018

David Rourke TRIO

David Rourke: Guitar / Mathieu McConnell-Enright: Bass / John Buck: Drums

FEBRUARY 26TH 2018

Upstairs Jam Session hosted by Jim Doxas with Gary Schwartz & Adrian Vedady

This week: The Upstairs Jam session is hosted by Jim Doxas (drums), and special guests

FEBRUARY 27TH 2018

McGill Jazz combo

Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:30pm, Upstairs showcases McGill University’s Schulich School of Music students.

FEBRUARY 27TH 2018

Piano Trio Tuesdays: Josh Rager Trio

Josh is a pianist, arranger, composer, and teacher based in Montreal, Canada. Throughout his 10 year career he has performed extensively in Japan, Europe and North America.

FEBRUARY 28TH 2018

Jam Session with the Concordia Jazz Students

5pm to 7pm - Every Wednesday, students in the jazz program at Concordia University will play at Upstairs.

FEBRUARY 28TH 2018

Trio Marie Neige Lavigne feat. Jean Félix Mailloux & Pierre Tanguay

Marie Neige Lavigne is an active violinist on the Montreal scene in various projects including Cordâme.

MARCH 1ST 2018

McGill Jazz combo

Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:30pm, Upstairs showcases McGill University’s Schulich School of Music students.

MARCH 1ST 2018

Bharath and his Rhythm Four

Their time-stamped authentic style, purist approach and incomparable energy, is inspired by the great American bluesmen who once scoured the juke joints of Chicago and the Midwest.

MARCH 2ND 2018

Dawn Tyler Watson

Dawn Tyler Watson is a six-time consecutive winner of the Quebec Lys Blues Award for Best Female Artist.

MARCH 3RD 2018

NUIT BLANCHE
David Ryshpan Quintet presents The Stevie Wonder Songbook

David Ryshpan - piano/claviers, Alexandre Dion - saxophonesGary Schwartz - guitar, Alex Lefaivre - bass, Harvey Bien-Aimée - drums

MARCH 4TH 2018

Latin Jazz Night

Featuring: Domier Gonzales (percussions), Michel Cantero (piano), Nestor Rodriguez (sax), Alex Bellegarde (bass)

MARCH 5TH 2018

Upstairs Jam Session hosted by Jim Doxas with Lex French & Adrian Vedady

This week: The Upstairs Jam session is hosted by Jim Doxas (drums), and special guests

MARCH 6TH 2018

McGill Jazz combo

Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:30pm, Upstairs showcases McGill University’s Schulich School of Music students.

MARCH 6TH 2018

Joel Miller Series : Brazil in Montreal

feat. Joel Miller on sax, Rodrigo Simoes on mandolin, Caio Marcio Santos on guitar

MARCH 7TH 2018

Jam Session with the Concordia Jazz Students

5pm to 7pm - Every Wednesday, students in the jazz program at Concordia University will play at Upstairs.

MARCH 7TH 2018

Dave Turner presents the next generation

Saxophonist and composer Dave Turner presents the next generation

MARCH 8TH 2018

Ben Racine Blues Band

Ben’s soulful voice is reminiscent of the greatest Rhythm and Blues vocalists of the ‘50s and ‘60s.

MARCH 9TH 2018

Marianne Trudel Quintet avec Kevin Turcotte & Jonathan Stewart

Feat. Marianne Trudel, piano / Kevin Turcotte, trumpet / Jonathan Stewart, sax / Rémi-Jean Leblanc, bass / Samuel Joly, drums

MARCH 10TH 2018

Denielle Bassels

Denielle Bassels: vocals, Andy Mac: guitar, Scott Hunter: upright bass, Andrew Scott: drums, Drew Jurecka: violin

MARCH 11TH 2018

Parc X Trio - Hommage à Miles Davis

Parc X Trio's latest tribute will honor the great Miles Davis.

MARCH 12TH 2018

Upstairs Jam Session hosted by Jim Doxas with Lex French & Adrian Vedady

This week: The Upstairs Jam session is hosted by Jim Doxas (drums), and special guests

MARCH 13TH 2018

McGill Jazz combo

Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:30pm, Upstairs showcases McGill University’s Schulich School of Music students.

MARCH 13TH 2018

Joel Miller Series : Joel Miller & Jean-Michel Pilc Duo

feat. Joel Miller on sax & Jean-Michel Pilc on piano

MARCH 14TH 2018

Jam Session with the Concordia Jazz Students

5pm to 7pm - Every Wednesday, students in the jazz program at Concordia University will play at Upstairs.

MARCH 14TH 2018

Dawn Tyler Watson Duo ft. John Sadowy

Dawn Tyler Watson is a six-time consecutive winner of the Quebec Lys Blues Award for Best Female Artist.

MARCH 15TH 2018

McGill Jazz combo

Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:30pm, Upstairs showcases McGill University’s Schulich School of Music students.

MARCH 15TH 2018

Rob Lutes

Situated at the intersection of the blues, folk, Americana and contemporary singer-songwriter genres

MARCH 16TH 2018

Paulo Ramos Brazilian Jazz Quartet

Avec: Paulo Ramos (guitare et voix), Jessica Vigneault (piano et voix), Fabrice Laurent & Daniel Bellegarde (percussions)

MARCH 17TH 2018

TEVET SELA Quartet Feat. YOTAM SILBERSTEIN

An exciting collaboration between two unique artists

MARCH 18TH 2018

Latin Jazz Night

Featuring: Domier Gonzales (percussions), Michel Cantero (piano), Nestor Rodriguez (sax), Alex Bellegarde (bass)

MARCH 19TH 2018

Upstairs Jam Session hosted by Guillaume Pilote with Andrew Boudreau & Adrian Vedady

This week: The Upstairs Jam session is hosted by Guillaume Pilote(drums), and special guests

MARCH 20TH 2018

McGill Jazz combo

Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:30pm, Upstairs showcases McGill University’s Schulich School of Music students.

MARCH 20TH 2018

Joel Miller Series : Trio with Mike Rud & Adrian Vedady

feat. Joel Miller on sax, Mike Rud on guitar & Adrian Vedady on bass

MARCH 21ST 2018

Ben Rosenblum Trio feat. Sam Kirmayer

Ben Rosenblum (piano) / Ben Rubens (bass)/ Ben Zweig (drums)/ Sam Kirmayer (guitar)

MARCH 22ND 2018

McGill Jazz combo

Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:30pm, Upstairs showcases McGill University’s Schulich School of Music students.

MARCH 22ND 2018

Shawn McPherson

Barely 22 years old, Shawn McPherson has already established himself as an up and coming harmonica master.

MARCH 23RD 2018

Alain Caron

Alain Caron was ranked Best Bass player for 10 years in the row by magazine The Jazz Report.

MARCH 24TH 2018

Peter Bernstein + Andres Vial Trio
Pre-album launch

The Andres Vial Trio invite renowned New York guitarist Peter Bernstein for a night of originals, standards and Monk tunes.

MARCH 25TH 2018

Impulso Flamenco

Formed by Mexican percussionist and singer Sergio Barrenechea, Impulso Flamenco presents a mix repertoire of traditional Flamenco in fusion with Latino and Arab musics, with Jazz accents.

MARCH 25TH 2018

Impulso Flamenco

Formed by Mexican percussionist and singer Sergio Barrenechea, Impulso Flamenco presents a mix repertoire of traditional Flamenco in fusion with Latino and Arab musics, with Jazz accents.

MARCH 26TH 2018

Upstairs Jam Session hosted by Jim Doxas with Joel Miller & Adrian Vedady

This week: The Upstairs Jam session is hosted by Jim Doxas (drums), and special guests

MARCH 27TH 2018

McGill Jazz combo

Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:30pm, Upstairs showcases McGill University’s Schulich School of Music students.

MARCH 27TH 2018

Joel Miller Series : Sud Ouest BBQ

feat. Joel Miller on sax, Goeff Lapp on piano, Fraser Hollins on bass

MARCH 28TH 2018

Jam Session with the Concordia Jazz Students

5pm to 7pm - Every Wednesday, students in the jazz program at Concordia University will play at Upstairs.

MARCH 28TH 2018

Manahel

Singer-songwriter-pianist, Manahel is a young artist of Jazzpop music

MARCH 29TH 2018

Justin Saladino Blues Band

Born and raised in Montreal, Justin Saladino gives a fresh take on the blues.

MARCH 30TH 2018

Fred Hersch Solo

An artist of unbounded imagination, ambition and skill, Hersch is, as Downbeat magazine aptly declared, "one of the small handful of brilliant musicians of his generation."

MARCH 31ST 2018

Jean-Michel Pilc trio

Featuring: Jean-Michel Pilc (piano), Mike de Masi (double bass) & Jim Doxas (drums)

APRIL 1ST 2018

Latin Jazz Night

Featuring: Domier Gonzales (percussions), Michel Cantero (piano), Nestor Rodriguez (sax), Alex Bellegarde (bass)

APRIL 2ND 2018

Upstairs Jam Session hosted by Jim Doxas with Geoff Lapp & Adrian Vedady

This week: The Upstairs Jam session is hosted by Jim Doxas (drums), and special guests

APRIL 3RD 2018

Piano Trio Tuesdays: Marie-Fatima Rudolf presents Tribute to Ahmad Jamal

Marie-Fatima Rudolf is a much appreciated presence on the Montreal jazz scene graduating from McGill, recording and performing with various groups.

APRIL 4TH 2018

4pm - The Marcus Blues-Selman Septet

Marcus Braithwaite-Selman – Trumpet and Flugelhorn / Daniel Rosenthal-Romagnolo – Tenor and Alto Saxophone / Étienne Lalonde – Guitar / Janna Katsouros – Piano / Malik Alick – Piano / Louis Perron – Electric Bass / Stratsimir Dimitrov – Drums

APRIL 4TH 2018

5pm - Charles Colizza & Friends

Drums: Patrick Bureau / Doublebass: Stephen James Menold / Guitar: Charles Colizza / Baritone sax : Patrice Luneau / Tenor Sax : Philippe Brochu-Pelletier / Trumpet : Benjamin Cordeau / Voice : Jany Provost / Voice: Katrina Steppan

APRIL 4TH 2018

Rosie & the Riveters - Album Launch

Rosie & the Riveters’ vintage-inspired folk anthems paint a portrait of a woman’s voice in a man’s world.

APRIL 5TH 2018

McGill Jazz combo

Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:30pm, Upstairs showcases McGill University’s Schulich School of Music students.

APRIL 5TH 2018

Bharath and his Rhythm Four

Their time-stamped authentic style, purist approach and incomparable energy, is inspired by the great American bluesmen who once scoured the juke joints of Chicago and the Midwest.

APRIL 6TH 2018

Marianne Trudel Quartet avec Ingrid Jensen

Feat. Marianne Trudel, piano / Ingrid Jensen, trumpet / RJ Leblanc, bass / Robbie Kuster, drums

APRIL 7TH 2018

Marianne Trudel Quartet avec Ingrid Jensen

Feat. Marianne Trudel, piano / Ingrid Jensen, trumpet / RJ Leblanc, bass / Robbie Kuster, drums

APRIL 8TH 2018

Parc X Trio - Tribute to Hank Mobley

Parc X Trio continues its tribute series with Hank Mobley’s cult classic, Soul Station.

APRIL 9TH 2018

5pm - Isobel Gordon-Smith septet

Isobel Gordon-Smith-guitar / Stratsimir Dimitrov-drums / Lucas Brisson-bass / Arielle Soucy-voice / Julia Warren-saxophone / Guillaume Dion-piano / Marc-Antoine Pereda-trumpet

APRIL 9TH 2018

Upstairs Jam Session hosted by Jim Doxas with Pierre François & Adrian Vedady

This week: The Upstairs Jam session is hosted by Jim Doxas (drums), and special guests

APRIL 10TH 2018

Piano Trio Tuesdays: Marie-Fatima Rudolf presents Tribute to Carla Bley

Marie-Fatima Rudolf is a much appreciated presence on the Montreal jazz scene graduating from McGill, recording and performing with various groups.

APRIL 11TH 2018

5 to 7 - Concordia alumni & Music Therapy Students
Benefice Concert

Join Concordia University's Music Therapy Department to celebrate the power of music! An evening of musical performances by the department's students to raise awareness of the healing potential of music.

APRIL 11TH 2018

Dawn Tyler Watson Duo ft. John Sadowy

Dawn Tyler Watson is a six-time consecutive winner of the Quebec Lys Blues Award for Best Female Artist.

APRIL 12TH 2018

Blue Moon Marquee

A.W. Cardinal (vocals, guitar, harmonica.) and Jasmine Colette (vocals, bass, drums.) primarily write and perform original compositions.

APRIL 13TH 2018

Paulo Ramos Brazilian Jazz Quartet

Avec: Paulo Ramos (guitare et voix), Jessica Vigneault (piano et voix), Fabrice Laurent & Sacha Daoud (percussions)

APRIL 14TH 2018

Lex French & Kevin Dean play Roy & Diz

Featuring Lex French and Kevin Dean on trumpet, Paul Shrofel at the piano, Johnny Chapman on bass, and Dave Laing on drums

APRIL 15TH 2018

Latin Jazz Night

Featuring: Domier Gonzales (percussions), Michel Cantero (piano), Nestor Rodriguez (sax), Alex Bellegarde (bass)

APRIL 16TH 2018

Upstairs Jam Session hosted by Jim Doxas with Frank Lozano & Adrian Vedady

This week: The Upstairs Jam session is hosted by Jim Doxas (drums), and special guests

APRIL 17TH 2018

Piano Trio Tuesdays: Marie-Fatima Rudolf Trio

Marie-Fatima Rudolf is a much appreciated presence on the Montreal jazz scene graduating from McGill, recording and performing with various groups.

APRIL 18TH 2018

Jam Session with the Concordia Jazz Students

5pm to 7pm - Every Wednesday, students in the jazz program at Concordia University will play at Upstairs.

APRIL 18TH 2018

Irem Bekter Trio

Born in Istanbul, her multidisciplinary talent was nurtured in the UK before an extensive period in Argentina developing her own take on South American music.

APRIL 19TH 2018

Harpdog Brown & the Travelin’ Blues Show

Harpdog Brown has been immersed in the Canadian blues scene for over 30 years.

APRIL 20TH 2018

Gentiane MG Trio feat. Yannick Rieu

After the release of their first album at Upstairs Jazz Bar & Grill last spring, Gentiane MG Trio will be back, this time featuring saxophonist Yannick Rieu

APRIL 21ST 2018

Ellias/Copland/Vedady (ECV)

Feat. : Roddy Ellias - guitar, Marc Copland - piano, Adrian Vedady - bass

APRIL 22ND 2018

Mike Bruzzese Plays the Music of Horace Silver

Lex French - Trumpet, Mike Bruzzese - Guitar, Andres Vial - Piano, Mike De Masi - Bass, Valérie Lacombe - Drums

APRIL 23RD 2018

Upstairs Jam Session hosted by Jim Doxas with Donald Meunier & Adrian Vedady

This week: The Upstairs Jam session is hosted by Jim Doxas (drums), and special guests

APRIL 24TH 2018

Piano Trio Tuesdays: Marie-Fatima Rudolf presents Tribute to Sting

Marie-Fatima Rudolf is a much appreciated presence on the Montreal jazz scene graduating from McGill, recording and performing with various groups.

APRIL 25TH 2018

Rémi-Jean Leblanc invites Jeff Ballard

Jeff Ballard has played with Ray Charles and Pat Metheny and plays periodically with Chick Corea in many groups such as Origin and the Chick Corea New Trio.

APRIL 26TH 2018

Shawn McPherson

Barely 22 years old, Shawn McPherson has already established himself as an up and coming harmonica master.

APRIL 27TH 2018

Dawn Tyler Watson

Dawn Tyler Watson is a six-time consecutive winner of the Quebec Lys Blues Award for Best Female Artist.

APRIL 28TH 2018

TEVET SELA Quartet Feat. TAL BERGMAN

Musicians: Tal Bergman - Drums / Tevet Sela - Saxophone / John Roney - Piano / Simon Page - Bass

APRIL 29TH 2018

Latin Jazz Night

Featuring: Domier Gonzales (percussions), Michel Cantero (piano), Nestor Rodriguez (sax), Alex Bellegarde (bass)

APRIL 30TH 2018

Upstairs Jam Session hosted by Jim Doxas with Donald Meunier & Adrian Vedady

This week: The Upstairs Jam session is hosted by Jim Doxas (drums), and special guests

MAY 1ST 2018

Piano Trio Tuesdays: Marianne Trudel feat. John Hollenbeck & RJ Leblanc

Marianne Trudel : piano/ compositions, RJ Leblanc: double bass, John Hollenbeck: drums

MAY 2ND 2018

Jam Session with the Concordia Jazz Students

5pm to 7pm - Every Wednesday, students in the jazz program at Concordia University will play at Upstairs.

MAY 2ND 2018

Alex Francoeur Quintet - Album Launch

Alex Francoeur - Tenor Sax, Chris Edmondson - Alto Sax, Gentiane MG - Piano, Levi Dover - Bass, Louis-Vincent Hamel - Drums

MAY 4TH 2018

B's Bees Album Launch

Montreal group B`s Bees is a hard swinging jazz outfit that writes compelling original music, and that brings a high energy interpretation to the music of past masters.

MAY 5TH 2018

Saturated Blue

A Montreal group dedicated to exploring works by innovative composer/improvisors of the 1960s, including Thelonious Monk, Horace Silver, Wayne Shorter, Joe Henderson, and Herbie Hancock

MAY 6TH 2018

Parc X Trio - Tribute to Coltrane

Continuing their tribute series, Parc X Trio will perform the works of John Coltrane, notably with a performance of A Love Supreme.

MAY 7TH 2018

Upstairs Jam Session hosted by Jim Doxas with Al McLean & Adrian Vedady

This week: The Upstairs Jam session is hosted by Jim Doxas (drums), and special guests

MAY 8TH 2018

Piano Tuesdays: Marianne Trudel/Karen Young
Portraits- The songs of Joni Mitchell

Marianne Trudel and Karen Young, two exceptional, engaging, genuine artists, are joining forces here for an unforgettable concert.

MAY 10TH 2018

Les Petits Nouveaux ft Denis Chang

Les Petits Nouveaux are a Toronto-based hot-jazz group who inject new influences into a traditional genre.

MAY 11TH 2018

Beth McKenna Quartet

Feat. Beth McKenna – Tenor Sax / Guillaume Martineau – Piano / Simon Page – Bass / Al Bourgeois - Drums

MAY 13TH 2018

Latin Jazz Night

Featuring: Domier Gonzales (percussions), Michel Cantero (piano), Nestor Rodriguez (sax), Alex Bellegarde (bass)

MAY 14TH 2018

Upstairs Jam Session hosted by Jim Doxas with Rémi Bolduc & Adrian Vedady

This week: The Upstairs Jam session is hosted by Jim Doxas (drums), and special guests

MAY 15TH 2018

Piano Trio Tuesdays: Marianne Trudel presents 1, 2, 3 play!

Marianne Trudel: piano, compos, Adrian Vedady: bass, Robbie Kuster: drums

MAY 16TH 2018

Jam Session with the Concordia Jazz Students

5pm to 7pm - Every Wednesday, students in the jazz program at Concordia University will play at Upstairs.

MAY 16TH 2018

Dawn Tyler Watson Duo ft. John Sadowy

Dawn Tyler Watson is a six-time consecutive winner of the Quebec Lys Blues Award for Best Female Artist.

MAY 17TH 2018

Ria Reece

Classic R&B – Soul signer Ria Reece is a two time 2014 Lys Blues award nominee for ”Blues & Associated Styles Album of the Year” and ”Breakout Artist”.

MAY 18TH 2018

Paulo Ramos Brazilian Jazz Quartet

Avec: Paulo Ramos (guitare et voix), Jessica Vigneault (piano et voix), Fabrice Laurent & Daniel Bellegarde (percussions)

MAY 19TH 2018

Colin Hunter

A huge fan of the 1950s crooner-jazz repertoire, Colin Hunter has launched a few CDs and has hit the stage many times with the ever-talented vocal singer Kim Richardson.

MAY 20TH 2018

Impulso Flamenco

Formed by Mexican percussionist and singer Sergio Barrenechea, Impulso Flamenco presents a mix repertoire of traditional Flamenco in fusion with Latino and Arab musics, with Jazz accents.

MAY 21ST 2018

Upstairs Jam Session hosted by Jim Doxas with Nick Ferron Geoffroy & Adrian Vedady

This week: The Upstairs Jam session is hosted by Jim Doxas (drums), and special guests

MAY 22ND 2018

Piano Trio Tuesdays: Marianne Trudel plays Antonio Carlos Jobim

Tribute to Antonio Carlos Jobim featuring Marianne Trudel: piano, RJ Leblanc: electric bass, Sacha Daoud : drums

MAY 23RD 2018

Jam Session with the Concordia Jazz Students

5pm to 7pm - Every Wednesday, students in the jazz program at Concordia University will play at Upstairs.

MAY 24TH 2018

Fuel Junkie

Fuel Junkie is a blues act that builds upon the traditional trio and adds three powerful saxophones.

MAY 25TH 2018

Lorne Lofsky trio avec Adrian Vedady & Andre White

Feat Lorne Lofsky-guitar, Adrian Vedady-bass Andre White-drums

MAY 26TH 2018

Jean-Marc Hébert Quartet album launch

Marianne Trudel: piano, Rémi-Jean Leblanc: bass, Pierre Tanguay: drums, Jean-Marc Hébert: guitar

MAY 27TH 2018

Latin Jazz Night

Featuring: Domier Gonzales (percussions), Michel Cantero (piano), Nestor Rodriguez (sax), Alex Bellegarde (bass)

MAY 28TH 2018

Upstairs Jam Session hosted by Jim Doxas with Nick Ferron Geoffroy & Adrian Vedady

This week: The Upstairs Jam session is hosted by Jim Doxas (drums), and special guests

MAY 30TH 2018

Jam Session with the Concordia Jazz Students

5pm to 7pm - Every Wednesday, students in the jazz program at Concordia University will play at Upstairs.

MAY 30TH 2018

Nouvelle R - Album Launch

A blend of instrumental Jazz, Folk and Rock music, Sénescence reflects on the relationship between man and the planet he inhabits.

MAY 31ST 2018

Svetlana & The Delancey Five

Svetlana Shmulyian - vocal, Rob Garcia - drums, Elias Bailey - upright bass, Willerm Delisfort - piano

JUNE 1ST 2018

Dawn Tyler Watson

Dawn Tyler Watson is a six-time consecutive winner of the Quebec Lys Blues Award for Best Female Artist.

JUNE 2ND 2018

TEVET SELA Quartet – A Middle Eastern Night!

A creative force with a luscious tone, alto saxophonist Tevet Sela brings a wealth and breadth of influences to his playing that few musicians possess.

JUNE 3RD 2018

The Conn Artists

Emily Bowmile - Saxophones, Annie Dominique - Saxophones, Charles Colizza - Electric Guitar, Alex Lefaivre - Upright Bass, Al Bourgeois - Drums

JUNE 6TH 2018

Laura Anglade Quintet

Originally from a small village in the south of France and raised in Connecticut, Laura is influenced by her parents’ gypsy jazz and classical backgrounds.

JUNE 7TH 2018

Bharath and his Rhythm Four

Their time-stamped authentic style, purist approach and incomparable energy, is inspired by the great American bluesmen who once scoured the juke joints of Chicago and the Midwest.

JUNE 8TH 2018

Carlos Jimenez Blue Note Sound Quintet

Carlos Jimenez: guitar, Alexandre Côté: saxophone, Pierre François: piano, Dave Watts: bass, Dave Laing: drums

JUNE 10TH 2018

Latin Jazz Night

Featuring: Domier Gonzales (percussions), Michel Cantero (piano), Nestor Rodriguez (sax), Alex Bellegarde (bass)

JUNE 13TH 2018

Dawn Tyler Watson Duo ft. John Sadowy

Dawn Tyler Watson is a six-time consecutive winner of the Quebec Lys Blues Award for Best Female Artist.

JUNE 23RD 2018

Cari Burdett

Cari Burdett a Vancouver Island based songstress delivers a vibrant, genre-defying fusion of jazz, art song, world music and opera that blends French swing, Spanish gypsy jazz and romantic Italian ballads all infused with a timeless, theatrical air.

JUNE 24TH 2018

Latin Jazz Night

Featuring: Domier Gonzales (percussions), Michel Cantero (piano), Nestor Rodriguez (sax), Alex Bellegarde (bass)

JUNE 28TH 2018

Wayne Krantz Trio

Wayne Krantz is an American guitarist and composer. He has performed and recorded with artists such as Steely Dan, Michael Brecker, Billy Cobham, Chris Potter and David Binney

JUNE 29TH 2018

Veronica Swift

At age 23, Veronica Swift is now being recognized as one of the top young jazz singers on the scene.

JUNE 30TH 2018

Emmet Cohen Trio feat. Houston Person present the Great American Songbook

American pianist/composer Emmet Cohen performs with bassist Russell Hall, drummer Evan Sherman, and soul-jazz saxophonist Houston Person.

JULY 1ST 2018

Benny Golson with The Emmet Cohen trio

Benny Golson is an American bebop/hard bop jazz tenor saxophonist, composer, and arranger. He came to prominence with the big bands of Lionel Hampton and Dizzy Gillespie

JULY 2ND 2018

Benny Golson with The Emmet Cohen trio

Benny Golson is an American bebop/hard bop jazz tenor saxophonist, composer, and arranger. He came to prominence with the big bands of Lionel Hampton and Dizzy Gillespie

JULY 3RD 2018

The Jensen Sisters Quintet feat. Helen Sung

The Jensen Sisters Quintet feat. Helen Sung

JULY 4TH 2018

Halie Loren

Oregon native Halie Loren is an internationally recognized artist whose rich and sensitively delivered vocals have garnered her numerous awards and fans from around the world.

JULY 5TH 2018

Bourassa-Donato-Lozano-Tanguay
Autour de Bill Evans - Album Launch

Thirty-five years after the death of jazz pianist Bill Evans, the music he played or composed is reinterpreted by Michel Donato, Francois Bourassa, Frank and Pierre Tanguay.

JULY 6TH 2018

Guy Mintus Trio + Oran Etkin

Israeli born-New York based pianist, composer and educator Guy Mintus is a “brilliant musician, who melds a multicultural vision with the passion and fury of the jazz greats

JULY 7TH 2018

Matthew Whitaker

Matthew Whitaker (born on April 3, 2001) is an American jazz pianist.

JULY 13TH 2018

Paulo Ramos Brazilian Jazz Quartet

Avec: Paulo Ramos (guitare et voix), Jessica Vigneault (piano et voix), Fabrice Laurent & Daniel Bellegarde (percussions)

JULY 21ST 2018

Solon McDade Quintet - Album Launch

“Murals” the debut release by Juno Award winning bassist-composer Solon McDade features nine original modern jazz pieces infused with a love and respect for tradition as well as a passion for modernity and progress.

AUGUST 15TH 2018

The Conn Artists

Emily Bowmile - Saxophones, Annie Dominique - Saxophones, Charles Colizza - Electric Guitar, Alex Lefaivre - Upright Bass, Al Bourgeois - Drums

AUGUST 24TH 2018

Colin Hunter

A huge fan of the 1950s crooner-jazz repertoire, Colin Hunter has launched a few CDs and has hit the stage many times with the ever-talented vocal singer Kim Richardson.

AUGUST 25TH 2018

Colin Hunter

A huge fan of the 1950s crooner-jazz repertoire, Colin Hunter has launched a few CDs and has hit the stage many times with the ever-talented vocal singer Kim Richardson.

DECEMBER 7TH 2018

Colin Hunter

A huge fan of the 1950s crooner-jazz repertoire, Colin Hunter has launched a few CDs and has hit the stage many times with the ever-talented vocal singer Kim Richardson.

DECEMBER 8TH 2018

Colin Hunter

A huge fan of the 1950s crooner-jazz repertoire, Colin Hunter has launched a few CDs and has hit the stage many times with the ever-talented vocal singer Kim Richardson.