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”

Taurey Butler is a phenomenal jazz pianist of the highest calibre.

Hailing from East Orange, New Jersey, he has played in numerous cities across the world from Hong Kong to New York and now makes his home in Montréal. Taurey’s debut self-titled recording on the Justin Time label was released in November 2011 to resounding critical acclaim. He emerges as a fully-formed master of hard-driving swing with a deep feeling for the blues and ballads.

It’s easy to get lost in the fire and funk, the sweetness and swing, of Taurey Butler. But you can also follow the light that his music emanates.

Musicians:
Taurey Butler (piano)
Fraser Hollins (bass)
Louis-Vincent Hamel (drums)

Youtube video: “Taurey Butler Trio – The Preacher”

Singer Sarah MK strikes the balance between message and music with graceful mastery. Seamlessly alternating from swinging Jazz to slow-burning R&B and full-blown MC, she has an impressive sonic versatility, characterized by her love for Afro-American music and improvisation. Her latest album ”Wax & Gold” was released in 2022.

Musicians:
Philippe L’Allier – guitar
Harvey Bien-Aimé – drums
Vithou Thurber-Prom Tep – Piano
bass – tbc

Youtube video: “Late Nights Early Mornings”

Fraser Hollins presents an evening of original tunes and arrangements of popular songs and themes with a new dynamic quartet. The group features some long-standing collaborators of his: Samuel Blais, Pierre François, and Alain Bourgeois. These sets of music promise to take the listener on a colourful and engaging journey.

Musicians:
Fraser Hollins: Bass
Samuel Blais: Saxophones
Pierre François: Piano
Alain Bourgeois: Drums

Video: “The Tree’s Dream”

Julian Shively is a virtuosic pianist and cellist whose artistry spans a wide range of genres and influences. A graduate of McGill University with degrees in both jazz piano and classical cello, Julian’s musical experience has taken him across the globe, performing in a wide array of musical settings from serving as principal cello with orchestras traveling in Western Europe and China, to collaborating with jazz ensembles in the United States and The Bahamas, to performing as a featured soloist with 9 different orchestras.

Julian has developed a reputation for his versatility and technical prowess with an affinity for jazz and classical music (as well as a love for R&B and impressionist music) creating a dynamic and eclectic sound world. He invites you to experience an evening of original compositions and arrangements that reflect his unique creative journey. Join him for a night of beautiful and varied music, as well as many delightful surprises!

Musicians:
Julian Shively – keyboards
Horn Player TBD
Edmund Paquin – drums
Michael Goulart – bass

Youtube video: “Afro Blue”