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december, 2022
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Charles Mingus is the master creator of a masterwork commensurate and excessive like his personality: impulsive, composite and committed. It brings together the Afro-American tradition (blues, gospel), the colorful swing
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Charles Mingus is the master creator of a masterwork commensurate and excessive like his personality: impulsive, composite and committed. It brings together the Afro-American tradition (blues, gospel), the colorful swing of Duke Ellington and the achievements of bebop. He flirts with Western classical writing and anticipates the revolution of free jazz. Charles Mingus remains the one whose emotion, even violent and disturbing, is certainly the most honest. His eclectic style, open and free, crosses all the great currents of jazz. Normand Guilbeault could well be the first Canadian musician to have demonstrated a deep recognition of the influence of Charles Mingus. Guilbeault has invested considerably in deciphering and decoding the beauty and mystery of Mingus’ work, to which he pays homage here with his ensemble of 6 musicians.
Musicians:
Jean Derome, saxophones, flutes
Ivanhoe Jolicoeur, trumpet, flugelhorns
Matthieu Bélanger, clarinet, bass-clarinet
Alexandre Grogg, piano
Claude Lavergne, drums
Normand Guilbeault, musical direction, double bass
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Rémi Bolduc presents a series of four concerts in the fall of 2022. He will invite four exceptional saxophonists who will inspire the general public and connoisseurs alike. Pat Labarbara
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Rémi Bolduc presents a series of four concerts in the fall of 2022. He will invite four exceptional saxophonists who will inspire the general public and connoisseurs alike. Pat Labarbara from Toronto, a seasoned musician who played in Elvin Jones’ band. Luiz Denis, a Cuban saxophonist living in Toronto. One of the best alto players in the country. Camille Thurman, saxophonist and singer. One of the most active musicians on the international jazz scene at the moment.
And to finish the series, Jerry Bergonzi, tenor saxophonist from Boston. A saxophone legend. For this last concert on December 3rd, Rémi Bolduc will launch his new album recorded in July 2022.
Musicians:
Rémi Bolduc: alto sax
Guest: Jerry Bergonzi: Sax Ténor
Ira Coleman : bass
Jim Doxas: drums
Marie-Fatima Rudolf: Piano
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514 931 6808tue06dec7:00 pmMcGill Jazz CombosStarts at 7pm (free)
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Tuesday evenings, Upstairs showcases McGill University’s Schulich School of Music Undergraduate, and Graduate, Jazz Performance students. As part of their jazz combo course requirements, students prepare sets of music encompassing
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Tuesday evenings, Upstairs showcases McGill University’s Schulich School of Music Undergraduate, and Graduate, Jazz Performance students.
As part of their jazz combo course requirements, students prepare sets of music encompassing tunes and arrangements from the jazz tradition, as well as, original compositions and arrangements. These students, coming from all over North America, and Europe, are some of the finest up and coming jazz performance students that you will hear anywhere.
• 7 :00 – 7 :45pm
Combo 14:
Piano: Goldman, Isaac, leader
Saxophone: Brown, Dejan
Guitar: Frieman, Cole
Bass: ?
Drums: Leborgne, Léo
Coach: Steve Amirault
• 8:00 – 8:45pm
Combo 21:
Guitar: Ferland, Frédéric, leader
Saxophone: Souaid, Matthew
Bass: Bouchard, Henri
Drums: Minville, Léo
Coach: Michael Lambert
• 9:00 – 9:45 pm
Combo 12:
Bass: Lacroix, Louis, leader
Trumpet: Clarke, Zephyr Saezco
Trombone: Matsugu, Lisa
Saxophone: Rolland-Apergis, Thomas
Drums: Vigneras, Thomas
Piano: Mei, Jie
Coach: Min Jung Suh-Rager
• 10:00 – 10:45pm
Combo 11:
Guitar: Audet-Bourgault, Gabriel, leader
Piano: Rochon, Ludovic
Bass: Brubacher, Sophie
Drums: Mallette, Olivier
Coach: Carlos Jimenez
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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
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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.
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514 931 6808thu08dec7:00 pmBharath Rajkumar Blues Group2 shows: 7pm ($15+tx) & 9:30pm ($15+tx)
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Hailing from the lower west side of Montreal, Bharath Rajkumar delivers old school blues in an old school way, and never fails to entertain… Having shared stage and studio with
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Hailing from the lower west side of Montreal, Bharath Rajkumar 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.
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514 931 6808fri09dec7:00 pmCarlos Jiménez - Don't Fall Quintet2 shows: 7pm ($16.50+tx) & 9:30pm ($16.50+tx)
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Five of Montreal’s finest musicians present an exciting new album of music inspired by Jazz of the 1960’s. A combination of originals and compositions by Wayne Shorter and Hank Mobley.
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Five of Montreal’s finest musicians present an exciting new album of music inspired by Jazz of the 1960’s. A combination of originals and compositions by Wayne Shorter and Hank Mobley. A hard swinging band with a straight ahead vibe and a modern sound.
Musicians:
Carlos Jiménez: guitar
Alex Côté: alto saxophone
Pierre François: piano
Dave Watts: doublebass
Rich Irwin: drums
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“As The Water Falls” Musicians Jim Doxas – Drums Adrian Vedady – Bass Steve Raegele – Guitar Jean-Sebastien Williams – Guitar Youtube video: “CODE Quartet
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“As The Water Falls”
Musicians
Jim Doxas – Drums
Adrian Vedady – Bass
Steve Raegele – Guitar
Jean-Sebastien Williams – Guitar
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514 931 6808thu15dec3:00 pmFUEL JUNKIE BLUES BAND2 shows: 7pm ($15+tx) & 9:30pm ($15+tx)
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Since its formation in 2014, Fuel Junkie has revealed itself as one of the most promising upcoming artists on the Montréal blues scene. Passionate about the blues at a very
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Since its formation in 2014, Fuel Junkie has revealed itself as one of the most promising upcoming artists on the Montréal blues scene. Passionate about the blues at a very young age, Mark LeClerc founded the group with close friends met during his music studies. Singer and composer of the band, he came up with the idea of a saxophone section brought to the spotlight by modern arrangements.
Grounded in the blues, Fuel Junkie is also strongly influenced by funk and soul music. The combination of a classic trio with three saxophones gives the band its unique identity that stands out on the blues scene. Creative interaction between the band members during solo sections make way for unexpected and standout moments at every concert. The group is known by its fans for the constant flow of energy and authenticity during every performance.
Musicians
Mark LeClerc: Lead Vocal/Tenor sax
Philippe Brochu: Tenor sax
Patrice Luneau: Baritone sax
Antoine Loiselle: Guitar
Jean-François Charest: Bass
Philippe Fleury: Drums
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514 931 6808fri16dec7:00 pmSimon Denizart Quartet2 shows: 7pm ($16.50+tx) & 9:30pm ($15+tx)
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Originally from Créteil, France, pianist Simon Denizart introduced his jazz colors to Montreal when he moved there in 2011. Called by Radio-Canada the Jazz Revelation 2016/2017, Simon Denizart tours in several
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Originally from Créteil, France, pianist Simon Denizart introduced his jazz colors to Montreal when he moved there in 2011.
Called by Radio-Canada the Jazz Revelation 2016/2017, Simon Denizart tours in several European countries such as Belgium, Germany, the Republic of Czech, Poland, and his native France. Critically acclaimed as an “incredible talent” (Radio-Canada), “A name remember” (FIP – Jane Villenet), and he’s been nominated for the Best Jazz Album of the year at l’ADISQ in 2017 & 2018.
In the style of European Jazz and World Music, Simon Denizart plays soft, sensitive and energizing music with subtle and accessible melodies.
Musicians
Simon Denizart – Piano
Jonathan Arseneau – Basse
Michel Medrano Brindis – Drums
– sax
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Sunday\'s nightFor reservations
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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
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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.
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514 931 6808fri23dec7:00 pmDavid Marino Christmas Show2 shows: 7pm ($16.50+tx) & 9:30pm ($16.50+tx)
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David Marino is a crooner known for his appearance as a finalist on “The Voice Canada”. As a mental health advocate, David has organized multiple big band concerts, raising over
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David Marino is a crooner known for his appearance as a finalist on “The Voice Canada”. As a mental health advocate, David has organized multiple big band concerts, raising over $50,000 for mental health services at the Jewish General Hospital in Montreal. David has also had the privilege of studying musical theatre at the NYU Tisch School of the Arts, and is a recent graduate of the notable acting school, The Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre in New York City.
Musicians:
David Marino: vocals
Paul Schrofel: piano
Solon McDade: bass
Rich Irwin: drums
Facebook video: “One More Beautiful Song”
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514 931 6808wed28dec8:00 pmUpstairs Jam Session hosted by Jim Doxas with special guestStarts at 8pm ($10+tx)
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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
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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.
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514 931 6808thu29dec7:00 pmMaracujá2 shows: 7pm ($16.50+tx) & 9:30pm ($16.50+tx)
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Maracujá, the passion fruit, fell from its tree for the first time on the stage of the Montreal Casino in 2003. Since then, the group has become the incontestable standard
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Maracujá, the passion fruit, fell from its tree for the first time on the stage of the Montreal Casino in 2003. Since then, the group has become the incontestable standard bearer for Brazilian music in Montreal, with fans of their unique and energetic style that go well beyond the city’s Brazilian community.
At its core, their modern sound is born out of the tangible synergy between four musicians of various rich cultural heritage: singer Elie Haroun, bassist André Faleiros, drummer Sacha Daoud, and keyboardist John Sadowy.
In April 2016, Maracujá launched its first album, full to the brim with its recognizable melodic style. Their musical identity is unmistakeable, and their verve irresistible. The fruit is ripe, and the table is set. It’s Maracujá in bloom!
Musicians
Elie Haroun, vocals
André Faleiros, bass
Sacha Daoud, drums
John Sadowy, keys
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514 931 6808fri30dec7:00 pmYOEL DIAZ CUBARTETO2 shows: 7pm ($16.50+tx) - 9:30pm ($15+tx)
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This great pianist, songwriter, composer and arranger born in Holguin, Cuba, evolving on the at every concert, he continues to impress with its imaginative musical approach and the wide variety
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This great pianist, songwriter, composer and arranger born in Holguin, Cuba, evolving on the at every concert, he continues to impress with its imaginative musical approach and the wide variety of musical styles he has masters.
Musicians:
Yoel Diaz : Piano
Juan Carlos Abad : electric bass
Arturo Zegarra : Congas
Michel Medrano : Drums
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514 931 6808sat31dec7:30 pmNew Year's Eve 2021 with Dawn Tyler Watson
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Celebrate New Year’s Eve at the Upstairs with vocalist Dawn Tyler Watson and her band! Youtube video: “Purple Haze”
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Celebrate New Year’s Eve at the Upstairs with vocalist Dawn Tyler Watson and her band!
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514 931 6808Current Month
january, 2023
thu19jan7:00 pmFUEL JUNKIE BLUES BAND2 shows: 7pm ($15+tx) & 9:30pm ($15+tx)
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Since its formation in 2014, Fuel Junkie has revealed itself as one of the most promising upcoming artists on the Montréal blues scene. Passionate about the blues at a very
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Since its formation in 2014, Fuel Junkie has revealed itself as one of the most promising upcoming artists on the Montréal blues scene. Passionate about the blues at a very young age, Mark LeClerc founded the group with close friends met during his music studies. Singer and composer of the band, he came up with the idea of a saxophone section brought to the spotlight by modern arrangements.
Grounded in the blues, Fuel Junkie is also strongly influenced by funk and soul music. The combination of a classic trio with three saxophones gives the band its unique identity that stands out on the blues scene. Creative interaction between the band members during solo sections make way for unexpected and standout moments at every concert. The group is known by its fans for the constant flow of energy and authenticity during every performance.
Musicians
Mark LeClerc: Lead Vocal/Tenor sax
Philippe Brochu: Tenor sax
Patrice Luneau: Baritone sax
Antoine Loiselle: Guitar
Jean-François Charest: Bass
Philippe Fleury: Drums
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514 931 6808sat21jan7:00 pmManoel Vieira Quartet2 shows: 7pm & 9:30pm
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Manoel Vieira is a composer, jazz pianist and classical pianist. Recognized for his versatility, he presents a repertoire whose result is an encounter between Brazilian roots and jazz, having found
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Manoel Vieira is a composer, jazz pianist and classical pianist. Recognized for his versatility, he presents a repertoire whose result is an encounter between Brazilian roots and jazz, having found each other throughout his musical journey. It offers a journey through the respective matrices and their cultural origins, so different, but capable of entering a process of hybridization, giving rise to a musical experience that is both familiar and unknown, spontaneous and deep through original compositions and jazz standards.
Musicians:
Piano: Manoel Vieira
Bass: Juan Cruz
Percussion: Dayron Luis
Drums: Aquiles Melo