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”

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, composer, and musical director
Aaron Doyle: Trumpet
Frank Lozano: Tenor saxophone
Fraser Hollins: Double bass
Clarence Corbeil: Drum

Youtube video: “Yoel Diaz Quartet”

Roy Hargrove was a visionary trumpeter and composer who helped shape the sound of contemporary jazz. Hargrove’s music career spanned over three decades, during which he released numerous critically acclaimed albums and collaborated with a wide range of artists from Bobby Watson and Herbie Hancock to Erykah Badu and D’Angelo.

Kulusé Souriant (who coincidentally shares Roy’s Birthday) wanted to showcase the incredible breadth of Roy Hargrove’s artistry, from the classic hard-bop of his early days to the innovative, boundary-pushing sound of RH Factor, highlighting the unique voice and vision of this jazz legend.

He gathered a group of respected Montreal jazz musicians, each with a lifelong connection to Roy Hargrove’s music, to help him pay tribute to the legendary trumpeter.

Roy Hargrove passed away on November 2, 2018, at the age of 49, leaving behind a legacy as one of the most innovative and influential jazz musicians of his generation. His music continues to inspire and influence new generations of jazz artists, and his contributions to the genre will be remembered for years to come.

LINE UP :
Jacques Kuba Séguin (trumpet)
Dany Roy (tenor sax)
Manoel Vieira (piano)
Sean Burke (upright bass)
Kulusé Souriant (drums)

Youtube video: “Grace and Mercy”