Youn Sun Nah
George Westin Recital Hall, Toronto Centre for the Arts 5040 Yonge Street, Toronto, OntarioThe first lady of South Korean jazz, Youn Sun Nah has a vocal range extending from the wildest screams to husky tenderness, a sumptuous instrument that nimbly handles a repertoire combining jazz, chanson and rock. Working on the fringe of jazz vocal convention, she’s been showered with acclaim in a young career that seems unstoppable.
Hiromi
George Westin Recital Hall, Toronto Centre for the Arts 5040 Yonge Street, Toronto, OntarioThe virtuoso pianist Hiromi is known for her technique, energetic live performances and blend of musical genres such as post-bop, progressive rock, classical and fusion in her compositions. An utterly original improviser and composer who turns each piece into a thrilling ride.
Holly Cole
George Westin Recital Hall, Toronto Centre for the Arts 5040 Yonge Street, Toronto, OntarioSpanning such divergent genres as show tunes, rock, and country music has made Holly Cole one of the best-selling jazz artists ever to emerge from Canada. Her new album, simply titled HOLLY, is produced by Grammy Award-winning producer Russ Titelman, and arranged by pianist extraordinaire Larry Goldings.
Dianne Reeves
George Westin Recital Hall, Toronto Centre for the Arts 5040 Yonge Street, Toronto, OntarioThis holiday-themed show from five-time Grammy-winning jazz legend Dianne Reeves will feature selections from her widely-acclaimed album, Christmas Time is Here and other holiday favourites. Choosing from a song list that includes “The Little Drummer Boy,” “Carol of the Bells,” “Christmas Waltz,” “I’ll Be Home for Christmas,” and “Let It Snow,” Reeves gifts standards with
Etienne Charles
George Westin Recital Hall, Toronto Centre for the Arts 5040 Yonge Street, Toronto, OntarioOne of the most compelling and exciting young jazz artists ushering the genre into groundbreaking new territory. Celebrating the traditions that best exemplify the cultures of Trinidad and Tobago, and inspired by the noises and sounds heard throughout their many festivals, Etienne Charles’ Carnival: The Sound of a People brings the celebrations to the stage.