One of Canada’s most sought after musicians, Jim Doxas plays extensively both nationally and overseas. Distinguished for his improvisational approach to jazz, he makes the case that percussion can be as performative as a lyrical instrument.

Video: “Upstairs Jam Session hosted by Jim Doxas”

Hailing from the lower west side of Montreal, Otis – Ali delivers old school blues in an old school way, and never fails to entertain… Having shared stage and studio with some of the greatest blues musicians of our times, such as Junior watson, Fred Kaplan, Richard Innes, Larry Taylor, Johnny Dyer, Lazy Lester, Piano willie etc.

Youtube video: “Bharath & His Rhythm Four – Caraquet en Bleu”

Praised by PostGenre as “one of the best saxophonists of his generation,” Philadelphia native Jaleel Shaw has collaborated with Roy Haynes, Dave Holland, Tom Harrell, Robert Glasper, Christian McBride, Roy Hargrove and countless others.

For this special concert he joins forces with Montréal pianist Andrés Vial and his trio featuring Ira Coleman (bass) and Tommy Crane (drums) to perform original compositions and music by John Coltrane, Thelonious Monk and Wayne Shorter.

Video: “Tamir”

With Piece of Mind, pianist and composer Simon Denizart presents a powerful, introspective performance drawing on jazz, classical and electronic influences. Both lyrical and percussive, his piano playing thrives on the dialogue with bass, drums and percussion. Each composition unfolds like a vivid musical scene, moving between delicate melodies, rich harmonies and driving grooves.

Featuring music from his fifth album, released on Justin Time Records and now with over 200,000 streams on Spotify, the show has been presented in France, Spain, Germany and South Africa, including performances at Jazz à Juan and Johannesburg’s Joy of Jazz festival. On stage, the musicians’ close rapport brings this evocative music to life, with intricate arrangements that keep emotional expression at their heart.

Piano: Simon Denizart
Drums: Michel Medrano Brindis
Basse: Chuck
Percussions: TBC

Youtube video: “SIMON DENIZART – 9-4”