Yuletide Jazz at the Annabella Lounge
Whitney Smith's JAZZ CAB with Jen Sagar, Vincent Wolfe, Ailsa McCreary and Kristen Rundle
Friday, December 21, 2007 at 9:30pm
THE ANNABELLA LOUNGE
226 Carlton St. (just west of Parliament)
City/Town:
Friday, December 21, 2007
Sunday, November 25, 2007
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
Chantelle Wilson quintet@Gate 403 Thursday, November 29, 2007

Chantelle Wilson quintet@Gate 403
Thursday, November 29, 2007
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Gate 403
403 Roncesvalles ave
Chantelle Wilson sings with
Peter Hill/Piano, William Sperandei/ Trumpet, Glenn Anderson/Drums and Gordie Mowat/Bass
Gate 403 is a great little venue with amazing food and drinks aplenty so grab a friend and make your way down on Nov 29th! Please visit www.gate403.com for more info.
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
House of Duligal Musicfest 2007
The stars have aligned folks in the house of firey-eyed ex-Scots, armed with Instruments of Mass Improvisation!
This Friday Nov 16th you can catch both Duligal boys lighting up the musical horizon of Toronto:
The Father: Fred Duligal (smooth, old school tenor jazz saxophonist) performing with Quotes' house jazz group
Quotes Bar & Grill - 220 King St W across from Roy Thomson Hall
5:00PM - 8:00PM
The Son:Gerry Duligal (smooth old school rock'n'roll accordionist) performing with Pat Allcock and Tim Bovaconti (purveyors of fine 50's,60's & 70's rock, country and reggae delicacies)plus a full rock'n'roll bass and drums combo tae boot!
Dora Keogh Irish Pub - 141 Danforth Ave just East of Boadview next to The Music Hall
9:00PMish to 1:00AMish
Scots Wha Hae!
This Friday Nov 16th you can catch both Duligal boys lighting up the musical horizon of Toronto:
The Father: Fred Duligal (smooth, old school tenor jazz saxophonist) performing with Quotes' house jazz group
Quotes Bar & Grill - 220 King St W across from Roy Thomson Hall
5:00PM - 8:00PM
The Son:Gerry Duligal (smooth old school rock'n'roll accordionist) performing with Pat Allcock and Tim Bovaconti (purveyors of fine 50's,60's & 70's rock, country and reggae delicacies)plus a full rock'n'roll bass and drums combo tae boot!
Dora Keogh Irish Pub - 141 Danforth Ave just East of Boadview next to The Music Hall
9:00PMish to 1:00AMish
Scots Wha Hae!
Friday, November 2, 2007
Ilana Waldston at Ten Feet Tall Sunday, November 4, 2007
Ilana Waldston at Ten Feet Tall
Jazz, Cabaret, Comedy and the best sweet potato fries in the city!
Sunday, November 4, 2007
3:30pm - 6:30pm
Ten Feet Tall
1381 Danforth Ave. (bet. Greenwood and Coxwell)
Toronto, ON
Contact Info Phone: 416.778.7333
Email: jazznlaughs@yahoo.ca
Jazz, Cabaret, Comedy and the best sweet potato fries in the city!
Sunday, November 4, 2007
3:30pm - 6:30pm
Ten Feet Tall
1381 Danforth Ave. (bet. Greenwood and Coxwell)
Toronto, ON
Contact Info Phone: 416.778.7333
Email: jazznlaughs@yahoo.ca
Singer's Playground w/Micah Barnes Performance Workshop
PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP FOR SINGERS
"Finding your liberation in live performance"
Host: SINGERS PLAYGROUND
Saturday, November 10, 2007
12:00pm - 6:00pm
WINCHESTER STREET THEATRE in Cabbagetown
80 Winchester Street
Toronto, ON
Contact Info Phone: 416.703.8554
Email: barnes01@earthlink.net
"Finding your liberation in live performance"
Host: SINGERS PLAYGROUND
Saturday, November 10, 2007
12:00pm - 6:00pm
WINCHESTER STREET THEATRE in Cabbagetown
80 Winchester Street
Toronto, ON
Contact Info Phone: 416.703.8554
Email: barnes01@earthlink.net
Swing Rosie's final gig November 15th at the Lula Lounge
Just a reminder that Swing Rosie's final gig on November 15th at the Lula Lounge is selling out fast! Be sure to get your tickets through www.ticketweb.ca asap.
Shannon Butcher at the Rex Sundays in November
The Shannon Butcher Quartet will be appearing almost every Sunday night in November, that's the 4th, 18th & 25th from 7:00-9:00. Making up the quartet this month I've got Mark Kieswetter on piano, Ross MacIntyre on bass and Jeff Halischuk on drums. As always the Rex provides a great atmosphere, yummy drinks and eats and a Pay-What-You-Can cover charge.
CLUB DJANGO Sunday November 4 at the Rex
CLUB DJANGO
Will be performing
This Sunday November 4 at
The Rex Hotel Jazz & Blues Bar
194 Queen St West(Just West of University Ave)
3:30PM - 6:30PM
Gypsy Swing music in the tradition of Django
Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli!
Kids always get in for free!
(So do adults by the way)
www.clubdjangotoronto.com
Will be performing
This Sunday November 4 at
The Rex Hotel Jazz & Blues Bar
194 Queen St West(Just West of University Ave)
3:30PM - 6:30PM
Gypsy Swing music in the tradition of Django
Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli!
Kids always get in for free!
(So do adults by the way)
www.clubdjangotoronto.com
Monday, October 15, 2007
Upcoming Singers Playground Workshops with Micah Barnes
Micah Barnes
(416 703 8554 or micah@singersplayground
http://www.singersplayground.com
http://www.myspace.com/singersplayground
CAREER STRATEGIES SEMINAR
Led by coach Micah Barnes
with Special Guest Juno Award Winning Artist Lorraine Segato
Saturday Oct 27th / 1 till 6 pm/ $95
at Winchester Street Theatre in Cabbagetown
bookings (416 703 8554 or micah@singersplayground
http://www.singersplayground.com
http://www.myspace.com/singersplayground
A one day event where we take the challenges and issues you need help within your career right now
and make sure you have an effective step by step plan that gets you moving towards your goals right away.
Artist Lorraine Segato will be on hand to answer questions about the business of success and survival as an Indie Artist in Canada.
PERFORMANCE MASTER CLASS
Led by coach Micah Barnes (Former member of The Nylons)
Saturday November 10th / 12 till 6 pm/ $150
at Winchester Street Theatre in Cabbagetown
bookings (416 703 8554 or micah@singersplayground
http://www.singersplayground.com
http://www.myspace.com/singersplayground
This workshop puts each participant on stage working one on one with coach Micah Barnes in a show setting so that he can help you work on the issues and challenges that you face in performance. Technique, Proper Warm-up, Material selection, Relationship with Audience, Movement are all covered. Bring a few songs you know well to perform. Class is accompanied.
(416 703 8554 or micah@singersplayground
http://www.singersplayground.com
http://www.myspace.com/singersplayground
CAREER STRATEGIES SEMINAR
Led by coach Micah Barnes
with Special Guest Juno Award Winning Artist Lorraine Segato
Saturday Oct 27th / 1 till 6 pm/ $95
at Winchester Street Theatre in Cabbagetown
bookings (416 703 8554 or micah@singersplayground
http://www.singersplayground.com
http://www.myspace.com/singersplayground
A one day event where we take the challenges and issues you need help within your career right now
and make sure you have an effective step by step plan that gets you moving towards your goals right away.
Artist Lorraine Segato will be on hand to answer questions about the business of success and survival as an Indie Artist in Canada.
PERFORMANCE MASTER CLASS
Led by coach Micah Barnes (Former member of The Nylons)
Saturday November 10th / 12 till 6 pm/ $150
at Winchester Street Theatre in Cabbagetown
bookings (416 703 8554 or micah@singersplayground
http://www.singersplayground.com
http://www.myspace.com/singersplayground
This workshop puts each participant on stage working one on one with coach Micah Barnes in a show setting so that he can help you work on the issues and challenges that you face in performance. Technique, Proper Warm-up, Material selection, Relationship with Audience, Movement are all covered. Bring a few songs you know well to perform. Class is accompanied.
Thursday, October 4, 2007
Friday Night Jazz at the Annabella Lounge: No Cover
The Annabella Lounge on Carlton is now hosting live Jazz on Friday nights with no cover! Each week features a different Toronto-area vocalist.
Join us this week as I perform a collection of French, Latin and Jazz-Inspired Standards with Whitney Smith on guitar, and Jordan O'Connor on bass.
Hope to see you there!
****************************
The Toronto Jazz Vocalist Series
presents
JEN SAGAR
Friday Oct. 5, 9:30 PM to 1:00 AM
The Anabella Lounge
226 Carlton St. (just west of Parliament)
featuring Whitney Smith, guitar, Jordan O'Connor, bass
No Cover
www.whitneysmith.ca
www.jensagar.com
Join us this week as I perform a collection of French, Latin and Jazz-Inspired Standards with Whitney Smith on guitar, and Jordan O'Connor on bass.
Hope to see you there!
****************************
The Toronto Jazz Vocalist Series
presents
JEN SAGAR
Friday Oct. 5, 9:30 PM to 1:00 AM
The Anabella Lounge
226 Carlton St. (just west of Parliament)
featuring Whitney Smith, guitar, Jordan O'Connor, bass
No Cover
www.whitneysmith.ca
www.jensagar.com
Monday, September 10, 2007
The Wonderful Lisa Particelli and her Girls Night Out Singer's Jam launches Thursdays @Chalkers Pub
Since Jan 2005, Lisa Particelli's
GIRLS NIGHT OUT
Toronto's vocalist friendly JAZZ JAM
(where gentlemen are welcome too)
Pre-jam Launch Party & Celebration on...
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13th
7-8pm LAUNCH PARTY - appetizers & cocktails
followed by our show from 8:00pm -12 midnight
at CHALKERS PUB & BILLIARDS BISTRO
247 Marlee Avenue
(it's closer than you think - short walk from
the GLENCAIRN subway station)
http://www.chalkerspub.com/
GIRLS NIGHT OUT
Toronto's vocalist friendly JAZZ JAM
(where gentlemen are welcome too)
Pre-jam Launch Party & Celebration on...
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13th
7-8pm LAUNCH PARTY - appetizers & cocktails
followed by our show from 8:00pm -12 midnight
at CHALKERS PUB & BILLIARDS BISTRO
247 Marlee Avenue
(it's closer than you think - short walk from
the GLENCAIRN subway station)
http://www.chalkerspub.com/
George Evans' Upcoming Performances
Upcoming Events:
George Evans and his trio:
Reg Schwager on guitar
Pat Collins on bass
and Archie Alleyne on drums Dominion on Queen
500 Queen St. East.
Toronto, Canada
Info: 416-368-6893 Thurs, Sept 20
George Evans and his trio
Nancy Walker on piano
Pat Collins on bass
Archie Alleyne on drums Trane Studio - Jazz Lounge
964 Bathurst St.
Toronto, Canada
Reservations: 416-913-8197 Wed, Sept 26
George Evans and his trio
Slack's
562 Church Street
Toronto, ON, M4Y1L6
416.928.2151 Sun, Sept 30
en spectacle:
George Evans et son trio Resto-Club Diese Onze
4115-A St-Denis
Montréal, QC Fri, Oct 19
Mary Foster Conklin & George Evans:
"Nightsongs for City Dwellers"
with John Di Martino and rhythm The Metropolitan Room
34 West 22nd St
Betw. 5th & 6th Ave.
New York, NY 10010
Tel: 212 206 0440
George Evans and his trio:
Reg Schwager on guitar
Pat Collins on bass
and Archie Alleyne on drums Dominion on Queen
500 Queen St. East.
Toronto, Canada
Info: 416-368-6893 Thurs, Sept 20
George Evans and his trio
Nancy Walker on piano
Pat Collins on bass
Archie Alleyne on drums Trane Studio - Jazz Lounge
964 Bathurst St.
Toronto, Canada
Reservations: 416-913-8197 Wed, Sept 26
George Evans and his trio
Slack's
562 Church Street
Toronto, ON, M4Y1L6
416.928.2151 Sun, Sept 30
en spectacle:
George Evans et son trio Resto-Club Diese Onze
4115-A St-Denis
Montréal, QC Fri, Oct 19
Mary Foster Conklin & George Evans:
"Nightsongs for City Dwellers"
with John Di Martino and rhythm The Metropolitan Room
34 West 22nd St
Betw. 5th & 6th Ave.
New York, NY 10010
Tel: 212 206 0440
Saturday, August 25, 2007
John Alcorn at the Cobourg
Sunday, August 26
Live music from 9:00 PM until Midnight
No cover!
The Cobourg
533 Parliament Street
(South of Winchester)
Toronto, Ontario
Live music from 9:00 PM until Midnight
No cover!
The Cobourg
533 Parliament Street
(South of Winchester)
Toronto, Ontario
Thursday, August 23, 2007
Lisa Particelli's Girls' Night Out At Ten Feet Tall Wednesday August 29th
WEDNESDAY AUGUST 29th
from 8pm- midnight
at TEN FEET TALL, 1381 Danforth
(between Greenwood and Coxwell)
(416) 778-7333
week #134:
YAM FRIES and TFT SALAD.... need I say more?
Come out to sing and have fun at our home away from home on the Danforth with PETER HILL (p), NORMAN MARSHALL VILLENEUVE (d), ROSS MACINTYRE (b)
from 8pm- midnight
at TEN FEET TALL, 1381 Danforth
(between Greenwood and Coxwell)
(416) 778-7333
week #134:
YAM FRIES and TFT SALAD.... need I say more?
Come out to sing and have fun at our home away from home on the Danforth with PETER HILL (p), NORMAN MARSHALL VILLENEUVE (d), ROSS MACINTYRE (b)
CLUB DJANGO is playing this Saturday Aug 25th at The Dominion On Queen
(Sung to the tune of Downtown)
"When you crave Gypsy and you're here from
Poughkeepsie you can always go to Corktown"
CLUB DJANGO is playing this
Saturday Aug 25th at
The Dominion On Queen bar
500 Queen St. East (at Sumach just before the bridge over to Broadview)
9:00PM - 12:00AM
Great Old Victorian landmark since 1889!
Still serving fine local and regional
Craft beers!
Nice patio during breaks too!
Tel: 416-368-6893
www.dominiononqueen.com
www.clubdjangotoronto.com
"When you crave Gypsy and you're here from
Poughkeepsie you can always go to Corktown"
CLUB DJANGO is playing this
Saturday Aug 25th at
The Dominion On Queen bar
500 Queen St. East (at Sumach just before the bridge over to Broadview)
9:00PM - 12:00AM
Great Old Victorian landmark since 1889!
Still serving fine local and regional
Craft beers!
Nice patio during breaks too!
Tel: 416-368-6893
www.dominiononqueen.com
www.clubdjangotoronto.com
RICK DONALDSON & Da Jazz Cats
AMADEU’S
Presents
SUMMER JAZZ
UNDER THE STARS
w/RICK DONALDSON & Da Jazz Cats
Every Saturday in August 630pm10:30pm
182- 4 Augusta Ave.
416 591-1245
The Best Summer Jazz Patio in Toronto!
Presents
SUMMER JAZZ
UNDER THE STARS
w/RICK DONALDSON & Da Jazz Cats
Every Saturday in August 630pm10:30pm
182- 4 Augusta Ave.
416 591-1245
The Best Summer Jazz Patio in Toronto!
Richard Whiteman This Saturday
Richard Whiteman
Saturday August 25th
The Pantages Martini Bar
8pm-12midnight
The Pantages Hotel-Victoria St. just North of Shuter(and Massey Hall)
Saturday August 25th
The Pantages Martini Bar
8pm-12midnight
The Pantages Hotel-Victoria St. just North of Shuter(and Massey Hall)
Friday, July 20, 2007
Firefly Cabaret: A Fundraiser for Camp Quality August 22nd

The Firefly Cabaret is being presented at Hugh's Room, 2166 Dundas st. West (just two blocks south of Bloor) on August 22nd. All the proceeds will go towards Camp Quality Canada which is an organization that allows children with cancer to experience the joys of summer camp.
The night will feature some of Toronto's best jazz musicians including Swing Rosie, Amanda Martinez, Elizabeth Shepherd, Lori Cullen, Tyler Yarema and Heather Bambrick of JAZZFM 91. The house band includes William Sperandei/trumpet, Glenn Anderson/drums, Ka-Cheong Liu/bass and Peter Hill/piano.
Please call 416 531-6604 to make dinner and show reservations or visit www.myspace.com/fireflycabaret for more info
George Evans sings at Slack's
George Evans sings at Slack's
Sunday early evening gig on Church Street. "Y'all come!"
George Evans
Sunday, July 22, 2007
6:00pm - 9:00pm
SLACK'S
562 Church Street
Toronto, ON
Sunday early evening gig on Church Street. "Y'all come!"
George Evans
Sunday, July 22, 2007
6:00pm - 9:00pm
SLACK'S
562 Church Street
Toronto, ON
The Jazz Cats July 29th
POPULAR DEMAND
THE JAZZ CATS
Rick Donaldson Ashley Wey Jim Heineman
SUNDAY JULY 29TH 6:00PM
AMADEUS
182- 4 Augusta Ave.
416 591-1245
*DON’T MISS THIS ONE
THE JAZZ CATS
Rick Donaldson Ashley Wey Jim Heineman
SUNDAY JULY 29TH 6:00PM
AMADEUS
182- 4 Augusta Ave.
416 591-1245
*DON’T MISS THIS ONE
John Alcorn and the Richard Whiteman Trio
Sunday, July 22, 2007
Live music from 7:00pm until 10:00pm
NO COVER
Chalkers Pub Billiards & Bistro
247 Marlee Avenue
(Just north of Eglinton -- a two-minute walk from Glencairn Subway Station)
Toronto
416 789-2531
http://www.chalkerspub.com
Live music from 7:00pm until 10:00pm
NO COVER
Chalkers Pub Billiards & Bistro
247 Marlee Avenue
(Just north of Eglinton -- a two-minute walk from Glencairn Subway Station)
Toronto
416 789-2531
http://www.chalkerspub.com
Sunday, July 15, 2007
The Michael Skeete Trio @Cajun Bajun Cafe
The Michael Skeete Trio
Featuring :
Richard Whiteman, piano
Brandi Disterheft, upright bass
Michael Skeete, vocals - (starting in 2nd set)
Date: Saturday July 21st, 2007
Place: Cajun Bajan Cafe
www.cajunbajancafe.com
Time: 8:30pm - midnight
Cover: $7.00
Good music...good food...
Featuring :
Richard Whiteman, piano
Brandi Disterheft, upright bass
Michael Skeete, vocals - (starting in 2nd set)
Date: Saturday July 21st, 2007
Place: Cajun Bajan Cafe
www.cajunbajancafe.com
Time: 8:30pm - midnight
Cover: $7.00
Good music...good food...
STAGE CRAFT FOR SINGERS
STAGE CRAFT FOR SINGERS
Taught by coach Micah Barnes (formerly of The Nylons)
Saturday July 21st / 12 noon till 6 pm/$150
at Winchester Street Theatre in Cabbagetown
bookings (416) 703 8554 or micah@singersplayground
http://www.singersplayground.com
*This one day intensive workshop is designed to move singers at every level past their blocks and fears and into a more liberated experience in performance.
*Each participant will get a chance to perform for the class to receive practical feedback from the coach in a non-competitive and supportive atmosphere
*This workshop is for singers working in every style of music, jazz, cabaret, rock, R&B, country etc. Class is accompanied.
PLEASE DO GET IN TOUCH WITH ANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE!
bookings (310 ) 403 5491 or micah@singersplayground
http://www.singersplayground.com
Taught by coach Micah Barnes (formerly of The Nylons)
Saturday July 21st / 12 noon till 6 pm/$150
at Winchester Street Theatre in Cabbagetown
bookings (416) 703 8554 or micah@singersplayground
http://www.singersplayground.com
*This one day intensive workshop is designed to move singers at every level past their blocks and fears and into a more liberated experience in performance.
*Each participant will get a chance to perform for the class to receive practical feedback from the coach in a non-competitive and supportive atmosphere
*This workshop is for singers working in every style of music, jazz, cabaret, rock, R&B, country etc. Class is accompanied.
PLEASE DO GET IN TOUCH WITH ANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE!
bookings (310 ) 403 5491 or micah@singersplayground
http://www.singersplayground.com
Wednesday, July 11, 2007
Lisa Particelli @Ten Feet Tall July 15th
****** THIS SUNDAY, JULY 15 *********
"It's a girl !!! " 110lbs and 121.5 inches
TEN FEET TALL from 3:30-6:30pm
Lisa Particelli's Birthday!
Lisa Performs with
the Norman Villeneuve trio (b) Peter Telford
(p) Mark Keiswetter
"It's a girl !!! " 110lbs and 121.5 inches
TEN FEET TALL from 3:30-6:30pm
Lisa Particelli's Birthday!
Lisa Performs with
the Norman Villeneuve trio (b) Peter Telford
(p) Mark Keiswetter
Swingin' At The Gate
SWINGIN' AT THE GATE
Tuesday July 24th, 5:00-8:00pm
Ori Dagan - vocals
Bernie Senensky - piano
Jordan O'Connor - bass
SPECIAL GUEST Sophia Perlman - vocals"
Event: Swingin' at Gate 403
"Music by Ori Dagan and Friends"
What: Performance
Host: Ori Dagan
When: Tuesday, July 24 at 5:00pm
Where: Gate 403
Tuesday July 24th, 5:00-8:00pm
Ori Dagan - vocals
Bernie Senensky - piano
Jordan O'Connor - bass
SPECIAL GUEST Sophia Perlman - vocals"
Event: Swingin' at Gate 403
"Music by Ori Dagan and Friends"
What: Performance
Host: Ori Dagan
When: Tuesday, July 24 at 5:00pm
Where: Gate 403
Girls Night Out
Come out and sing TONIGHT :
Wednesday, July 11th at
GIRLS NIGHT OUT
Toronto's vocalist friendly jazz jam
(where gentlemen are welcome too!)
in the upstairs love lounge at VOGLIE, 582 Church Street (just North
of Wellesley)
www.Girlsnightoutjazz.com
Wednesday, July 11th at
GIRLS NIGHT OUT
Toronto's vocalist friendly jazz jam
(where gentlemen are welcome too!)
in the upstairs love lounge at VOGLIE, 582 Church Street (just North
of Wellesley)
www.Girlsnightoutjazz.com
Chad Fest at Ten Feet Tall July 21st
Chad Fest
Saturday July 21st 8pm
at ten feet tall 1381 Danforth Avenue
Some of you may already know that our very dear friend and server at ten feet tall, Chad, has been in the I.C.U. at St. Michaels Hospital for almost 2 months fighting for his life.
The good news is that he is slowly on the mend. To help out with the enormous financial burden this has caused for Chad, Carin and Andy at Ten Feet Tall are having a fundraiser!
There will be a silent auction and an open mic featuring some very talented entertainers. So please, come raise a glass for Chad and be a part of this wonderful night on Saturday July 21st starting at 8pm. Let’s get this Super Hero back out saving the world! (or at least serving you brunch!)
P.S. Please call Carin if you would like to perform 416-778-7333
Saturday July 21st 8pm
at ten feet tall 1381 Danforth Avenue
Some of you may already know that our very dear friend and server at ten feet tall, Chad, has been in the I.C.U. at St. Michaels Hospital for almost 2 months fighting for his life.
The good news is that he is slowly on the mend. To help out with the enormous financial burden this has caused for Chad, Carin and Andy at Ten Feet Tall are having a fundraiser!
There will be a silent auction and an open mic featuring some very talented entertainers. So please, come raise a glass for Chad and be a part of this wonderful night on Saturday July 21st starting at 8pm. Let’s get this Super Hero back out saving the world! (or at least serving you brunch!)
P.S. Please call Carin if you would like to perform 416-778-7333
Robi Botos live@Courthouse
"Friday nights with Robi Botos"
July 13 /July 27 / Aug 3 /Aug 10 /Aug 17 /Aug 24 / Aug 31
For More Upcoming Performances, Please Visit : www.myspace.com/robibotosmusic
(click for more info) www.liveatcourthouse.com
July 13 /July 27 / Aug 3 /Aug 10 /Aug 17 /Aug 24 / Aug 31
For More Upcoming Performances, Please Visit : www.myspace.com/robibotosmusic
(click for more info) www.liveatcourthouse.com
Thursday, July 5, 2007
Richard Whiteman, Lee Wallace and Steve Wallace at Azure
This Friday and Saturday 7-10:30pm
Azure
Lobby Bar of the Hotel Intercontinental at Front and Simcoe
Richard with young guitar phenom Lee Wallace and
the great Steve Wallace on bass
Azure
Lobby Bar of the Hotel Intercontinental at Front and Simcoe
Richard with young guitar phenom Lee Wallace and
the great Steve Wallace on bass
Coleman Tinsley @ LeCommensal July 7th
Coleman Tinsley & Ali Berkok...Live at LeCommensal
Time and Place Date: Saturday, July 7, 2007
Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Location: LeCommensal vegetarian restuarant
Street: Elm st. (off of Bay
City/Town: Toronto, ON
Time and Place Date: Saturday, July 7, 2007
Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Location: LeCommensal vegetarian restuarant
Street: Elm st. (off of Bay
City/Town: Toronto, ON
CLUB DJANGO @ the Rex
CLUB DJANGO
Will be performing
This Sunday July 8th at
The Rex Hotel Jazz & Blues Bar
194 Queen St West(Just West of University Ave)
3:30PM - 6:30PM
Hot Club music in the tradition of Django
Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli!
Kids always get in for free!
(Actually so do adults)
Will be performing
This Sunday July 8th at
The Rex Hotel Jazz & Blues Bar
194 Queen St West(Just West of University Ave)
3:30PM - 6:30PM
Hot Club music in the tradition of Django
Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli!
Kids always get in for free!
(Actually so do adults)
Shannon Butcher Sings at Manhattans in Guelph Friday July 6th
Shannon Butcher Sings
with Mark Kieswetter, piano.
VENUE: Manhattans
951 Gordon Street, Guelph
DATE: Friday, July 6th
TIME: 8:00 p.m.
Manhattans is located at 951 Gordon Street in the south end of Guelph. Call 519-767-2440 for reservations.
www.Shannonbutcher.com
with Mark Kieswetter, piano.
VENUE: Manhattans
951 Gordon Street, Guelph
DATE: Friday, July 6th
TIME: 8:00 p.m.
Manhattans is located at 951 Gordon Street in the south end of Guelph. Call 519-767-2440 for reservations.
www.Shannonbutcher.com
Sunday, July 1, 2007
Firefly Cabaret: A Fundraiser for Camp Quality August 22nd

The Firefly Cabaret is being presented at Hugh's Room, 2166 Dundas st. West (just two blocks south of Bloor) on August 22nd. All the proceeds will go towards Camp Quality Canada which is an organization that allows children with cancer to experience the joys of summer camp.
The night will feature some of Toronto's best jazz musicians including Swing Rosie, Amanda Martinez, Elizabeth Shepherd, Lori Cullen, Tyler Yarema and Heather Bambrick of JAZZFM 91. The house band includes William Sperandei/trumpet, Glenn Anderson/drums, Ka-Cheong Liu/bass and Peter Hill/piano.
Please call 416 531-6604 to make dinner and show reservations or visit www.myspace.com/fireflycabaret for more info.
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Saturday, June 23, 2007
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
Sunday, June 17, 2007
John Alcorn at the Cobourg Sundays this Summer!
John Alcorn is at The Cobourg every Sunday
evening, beginning this weekend and running through to the end of August --
10 shows in all!
Each Sunday will feature a unique combo of brilliant guitar and bass players
-- this week, it's Reg Schwager and Steve Wallace.
Sundays, June 17 - August 26
Live music from 9:00 PM until Midnight
No cover!
The Cobourg
533 Parliament Street
(South of Winchester)
Toronto, Ontario
(416) 913 7538
About The Cobourg:
"The sexy vibe and excellent drinkage at this Cabbagetown neo-institution
make it an ideal get-to-know-you destination. The eponymous painting, a
frozen pond winterscape, decorates one wall; it's a soothing image and that
calm pervades here. The space radiates soft, earthy tones while jazz and
soul music fills the air. Couples are lost in conversation, cozily tucked
into the ass-pleasing puffy chairs and couches. This is Toronto culture at
its least pretentious and most inviting."
~ Martiniboys.com
(Named one of Toronto's best bars 2006)
"Anyone in or near Cabbagetown not taking advantage of this hip and
beautifully decorated bar should feel damn ashamed of themselves. With live
jazz on Sundays and techno DJs every Friday, this place is pretty much
perfect."
~ Now Magazine - March 2007
John
http://www.johnalcorn.com
http://www.myspace.com/johnalcornmusic
evening, beginning this weekend and running through to the end of August --
10 shows in all!
Each Sunday will feature a unique combo of brilliant guitar and bass players
-- this week, it's Reg Schwager and Steve Wallace.
Sundays, June 17 - August 26
Live music from 9:00 PM until Midnight
No cover!
The Cobourg
533 Parliament Street
(South of Winchester)
Toronto, Ontario
(416) 913 7538
About The Cobourg:
"The sexy vibe and excellent drinkage at this Cabbagetown neo-institution
make it an ideal get-to-know-you destination. The eponymous painting, a
frozen pond winterscape, decorates one wall; it's a soothing image and that
calm pervades here. The space radiates soft, earthy tones while jazz and
soul music fills the air. Couples are lost in conversation, cozily tucked
into the ass-pleasing puffy chairs and couches. This is Toronto culture at
its least pretentious and most inviting."
~ Martiniboys.com
(Named one of Toronto's best bars 2006)
"Anyone in or near Cabbagetown not taking advantage of this hip and
beautifully decorated bar should feel damn ashamed of themselves. With live
jazz on Sundays and techno DJs every Friday, this place is pretty much
perfect."
~ Now Magazine - March 2007
John
http://www.johnalcorn.com
http://www.myspace.com/johnalcornmusic
Rita DiGhent at Ten Feet Tall June 28th
Groove Productions and Ten Feet Tall
are proud to present
as part of
The Canada Trust Toronto Jazz Festival 2007
The Rita di Ghent Quartet
Thursday, June 28th
at
Ten Feet Tall
1381 Danforth Avenue
9:00 pm
Reservation Line: 416-778-7333
are proud to present
as part of
The Canada Trust Toronto Jazz Festival 2007
The Rita di Ghent Quartet
Thursday, June 28th
at
Ten Feet Tall
1381 Danforth Avenue
9:00 pm
Reservation Line: 416-778-7333
Thursday, June 14, 2007
Robi Botos live@Courthouse June 16th!
June 16th Saturday @ The Courthouse 9pm
Robi Botos-Keys
Marc Rogers-Bass
Frank Botos-Drums
www.robibotos.com
Robi Botos-Keys
Marc Rogers-Bass
Frank Botos-Drums
www.robibotos.com
CLUB DJANGO @ the Rex
June is bustin' out all over!
Two things guaranteed in June in T.O.
Weddings and Jazz (sometimes both).
Since none of us are getting married
anytime soon you'll have to settle for the latter I'm afraid.
The Jazz Festival is just around the corner www.tojazz.com and we're warming
up
for it this weekend!
CLUB DJANGO
Will be performing
This Sunday June 17th at
The Rex Hotel Jazz & Blues Bar
194 Queen St West(Just West of University Ave)
3:30PM - 6:30PM
Hot Club music in the tradition of Django
Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli!
Kids always get in for free!
(Actually so do adults)
www.clubdjangotoronto.com
Two things guaranteed in June in T.O.
Weddings and Jazz (sometimes both).
Since none of us are getting married
anytime soon you'll have to settle for the latter I'm afraid.
The Jazz Festival is just around the corner www.tojazz.com and we're warming
up
for it this weekend!
CLUB DJANGO
Will be performing
This Sunday June 17th at
The Rex Hotel Jazz & Blues Bar
194 Queen St West(Just West of University Ave)
3:30PM - 6:30PM
Hot Club music in the tradition of Django
Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli!
Kids always get in for free!
(Actually so do adults)
www.clubdjangotoronto.com
Monday, June 11, 2007
Sunday, June 10, 2007
Stage Craft Master Class For Singers
Stage Craft Master Class For Singers-$125
Taught by coach Micah Barnes
June 16th at The Winchester Street Theatre
80 Winchester in Cabbagetown
12 noon till 6 pm/ Class is accompanied/ bring sheet music !
This master class is designed to move singers past their blocks and fears and into a more liberated experience in performance. Each participant will get a chance to perform for the class to receive practical feedback from the coach in a non-competitive and supportive atmosphere.
This workshop is for singers working at every level and in every style of music.
We will cover all the important elements of a great performance including:
*The best ways to warm-up (including breath support, vocalizing and meditation.)
*How to know what material is right for you.
*How to be emotionally available to the song.
* How to build and enjoy a relationship with the audience.
*How to work with an accompanist.
Please see testimonials up at http://www.singersplayground.com
Bookings (416) 703 8554 or micah@singersplayground.com
--
MICAH BARNES
http://www.micahbarnes.com
http://www.singersplayground.com
819 Queen Street West
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
M6J 1G1
(416) 703- 8554
Taught by coach Micah Barnes
June 16th at The Winchester Street Theatre
80 Winchester in Cabbagetown
12 noon till 6 pm/ Class is accompanied/ bring sheet music !
This master class is designed to move singers past their blocks and fears and into a more liberated experience in performance. Each participant will get a chance to perform for the class to receive practical feedback from the coach in a non-competitive and supportive atmosphere.
This workshop is for singers working at every level and in every style of music.
We will cover all the important elements of a great performance including:
*The best ways to warm-up (including breath support, vocalizing and meditation.)
*How to know what material is right for you.
*How to be emotionally available to the song.
* How to build and enjoy a relationship with the audience.
*How to work with an accompanist.
Please see testimonials up at http://www.singersplayground.com
Bookings (416) 703 8554 or micah@singersplayground.com
--
MICAH BARNES
http://www.micahbarnes.com
http://www.singersplayground.com
819 Queen Street West
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
M6J 1G1
(416) 703- 8554
Thursday, May 31, 2007
GIRLS NIGHT OUT goes to Church in June...
A message from the wonderful Lisa Particelli...
GIRLS NIGHT OUT goes to Church in June...
... to Church St at VOGLIE [vole - e - ay] = wants. cravings. desires
682 Church Street just North of Wellesley is where GNO will be held on WED JUNE 6th from 8pm-12 in the very sexy lounge above VOGLIE's sophisticated italian risto-bar !!!
Please do come out in droves and play at our first show in June at VOGLIE.
Enjoy fabulous martinis, amazing food and hot hot ambiance of the lounge.
If the music gets too hot, cool off on one of their 2 generous patios (in front and back)
Come early and as my italian family would say "EAT !"
VOGLIE is THE place on Church St for sophisticated Italian cuisine and now - hot jazz!
So there .. we will ALL be together again at
VOGLIE, 682 Church St with
PETER HILL (p),
ROSS MACINTYRE (b),
NORMAN MARSHALL VILLENEUVE (d)
and yours truly on Wed., June 6th from 8pm-12
GIRLS NIGHT OUT goes to Church in June...
... to Church St at VOGLIE [vole - e - ay] = wants. cravings. desires
682 Church Street just North of Wellesley is where GNO will be held on WED JUNE 6th from 8pm-12 in the very sexy lounge above VOGLIE's sophisticated italian risto-bar !!!
Please do come out in droves and play at our first show in June at VOGLIE.
Enjoy fabulous martinis, amazing food and hot hot ambiance of the lounge.
If the music gets too hot, cool off on one of their 2 generous patios (in front and back)
Come early and as my italian family would say "EAT !"
VOGLIE is THE place on Church St for sophisticated Italian cuisine and now - hot jazz!
So there .. we will ALL be together again at
VOGLIE, 682 Church St with
PETER HILL (p),
ROSS MACINTYRE (b),
NORMAN MARSHALL VILLENEUVE (d)
and yours truly on Wed., June 6th from 8pm-12
The Michael Skeete Quartet June 9th @Cajun Bajun Cafe
Richard Whiteman, piano
Brandi Disterheft, upright bass
Sly Juhas, drums
Michael Skeete, vocals - (starting in 2nd set)
Date: Saturday June 9th, 2007
Place: Cajun Bajan Cafe
17-133 Manville Road
(1 block south of Eglinton Ave E & 2 blocks east of Warden off Civic Rd)
647-436-4641
Brandi Disterheft, upright bass
Sly Juhas, drums
Michael Skeete, vocals - (starting in 2nd set)
Date: Saturday June 9th, 2007
Place: Cajun Bajan Cafe
17-133 Manville Road
(1 block south of Eglinton Ave E & 2 blocks east of Warden off Civic Rd)
647-436-4641
Monday, May 28, 2007
Elephant Jazz Fundraiser Wednesday May 30th

Benefit for The Elephants of Thailand
Elephant JAZZ Fundraiser
Featuring
Pianist, Richard Whiteman
Singers, Jen Sagar, Julie Long, Beverly Taft and Brenda Carroll
Saxophonist, Perry White
Drummer - Sly Juhas, Bassist - Steve Wallace, Guitarist - Lee Wallace
Wednesday, May 30
7:30 pm to 11:00 pm
$20 at the door
720 Bathurst Street, Toronto
(just south of Bloor on the west side - downstairs)
Contact: Laura Nashman 416 924-8180
www.spa-la-la.com
Thursday, May 24, 2007
Lee Wallace, Richard Whiteman and Steve Wallace @ Azure
Tonight,tomorrow and Saturday
6:30-10pm
Azure
The Lobby Bar of the Hotel Intercontinental at the S.W. corner of Front and Simcoe streets
Lee Wallace guitar
Richard Whiteman piano
Steve Wallace bass
6:30-10pm
Azure
The Lobby Bar of the Hotel Intercontinental at the S.W. corner of Front and Simcoe streets
Lee Wallace guitar
Richard Whiteman piano
Steve Wallace bass
George Evans at Opal Jazz Lounge May24-26
Opal Jazz Lounge
472 Queen Street West
(west of Augusta)
Toronto, Ontario
May 24 - May 26 2007
VOCALIST GEORGE EVANS and his TRIO
Entertainment Charge: $12.00
(Sets at 8, 9:45, & 11 PM)
Just back from a Western Canada tour and throwing caution to the wind,
George Evans makes this welcome return to the Opal Jazz Lounge.
472 Queen Street West
(west of Augusta)
Toronto, Ontario
May 24 - May 26 2007
VOCALIST GEORGE EVANS and his TRIO
Entertainment Charge: $12.00
(Sets at 8, 9:45, & 11 PM)
Just back from a Western Canada tour and throwing caution to the wind,
George Evans makes this welcome return to the Opal Jazz Lounge.
Wednesday, May 23, 2007
Coleman Tinsley at Gate403 Sunday May 27
Coleman sings with Richard Whitehouse, on piano, and Ross McIntyre on bass.
Gate403 9pm
Gate403 9pm
Indietalent.ca Jazz Hour
Starting June 1/07 IndieTalent.Ca (http://www.indietalent.ca) will
begin a new series of Jazz programs, which will feature a different
Canadian indie Jazz artist each month.
The schedule will be posted at IndieTalent.ca.
begin a new series of Jazz programs, which will feature a different
Canadian indie Jazz artist each month.
The schedule will be posted at IndieTalent.ca.
Elephant Jazz Fundraiser Wednesday May 30th
HELP THE ELEPHANTS
Elephant JAZZ Fundraiser
Benefit for The Elephants of Thailand
Featuring Pianist, Richard Whiteman, Singers , Jen Sagar, Julie Long, Bev Taft Saxophonist, Perry White, Guitarist Lee Wallace
Wednesday, May 30
7:30 pm to 11:00 pm
$20 at the door
720 Bathurst Street, Toronto
(just south of Bloor on the west side - downstairs)
for more info click here
Elephant JAZZ Fundraiser
Benefit for The Elephants of Thailand
Featuring Pianist, Richard Whiteman, Singers , Jen Sagar, Julie Long, Bev Taft Saxophonist, Perry White, Guitarist Lee Wallace
Wednesday, May 30
7:30 pm to 11:00 pm
$20 at the door
720 Bathurst Street, Toronto
(just south of Bloor on the west side - downstairs)
for more info click here
Girls Night Out
Wednesday, May 23rd
8:30pm -12:30am
at "The Dominion On Queen"
500 Queen Street East
(2 blocks East of Parliament at Sumach St)
(416) 368-6893
* full menu * heated patio * 16 craft beers * live jazz weekly * NO COVER *
8:30pm -12:30am
at "The Dominion On Queen"
500 Queen Street East
(2 blocks East of Parliament at Sumach St)
(416) 368-6893
* full menu * heated patio * 16 craft beers * live jazz weekly * NO COVER *
Art of Jazz Vocal Clinics with Barry Harris, Jon Hendricks and Kevin Mahogony
Jon Hendricks Clinic
When: Saturday June 2, 2007 4:00 PM
Where: Thompson Landry Gallery
Barry Harris Clinic
Improvisation for all instruments & vocalists
When: Sunday June 3, 2007 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Thompson Landry Gallery
Kevin Mahogany Vocal Clinic
When: Sunday June 3, 2007 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Thompson Landry Gallery
www.artofjazz.org 416 840-7663
When: Saturday June 2, 2007 4:00 PM
Where: Thompson Landry Gallery
Barry Harris Clinic
Improvisation for all instruments & vocalists
When: Sunday June 3, 2007 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Thompson Landry Gallery
Kevin Mahogany Vocal Clinic
When: Sunday June 3, 2007 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Thompson Landry Gallery
www.artofjazz.org 416 840-7663
We Are One w/ Barry Harris and Art of Jazz Community Voices Saturday June 2nd
We Are One
Barry Harris and Art of Jazz Community Voices
Featuring: Barry Harris, Kevin Mahogany
When: Saturday June 2, 2007 2:00 PM
Where: Fermenting Cellar
Barry Harris and Art of Jazz Community Voices
Featuring: Barry Harris, Kevin Mahogany
When: Saturday June 2, 2007 2:00 PM
Where: Fermenting Cellar
Thursday, May 17, 2007
CLUB DJANGO This Sunday May 20th at The Rex
CLUB DJANGO
Will be performing
This Sunday May 20th at
The Rex Hotel Jazz & Blues Bar
194 Queen St West(Just West of University Ave)
3:30PM - 6:30PM
Hot Club music in the tradition of Django
Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli!
Kids always get in for free!
(Actually so do adults)
Will be performing
This Sunday May 20th at
The Rex Hotel Jazz & Blues Bar
194 Queen St West(Just West of University Ave)
3:30PM - 6:30PM
Hot Club music in the tradition of Django
Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli!
Kids always get in for free!
(Actually so do adults)
Tuesday, May 15, 2007
Brandi Disterheft at Opal to celebrate Debut, in stores May 22
BRANDI DISTERHEFT
DEBUT
in stores May 22
www.brandidisterheft.com
To celebrate the launch of Debut Brandi's full band appears at the Opal Lounge on
Thursday May 17 and Saturday, May 19:
Chris Gale Tenor sax
Adrean Farrugia Piano
Brandi Disterheft Acoustic bass
Sly Juhas Drums
The middle night, Friday, May 18, the band swells to a sextet with the addition of:
Sophia Perlman Vocals
Nathan Hiltz Guitar
Alex Brown Trumpet
The CD distributed by Festival, has been produced by another of this country's fine
musicians, Michael Kaeshammer.
Brandi Disterheft
May 17, 18, 19
At Opal, 472 Queen Street West
416.646.6725
8PM start $12 admission
Brandi Disterheft is booked for many of the Canadian Jazz Festivals this summer -
for complete tour dates and artist info, check out: www.brandidisterheft.com
DEBUT
in stores May 22
www.brandidisterheft.com
To celebrate the launch of Debut Brandi's full band appears at the Opal Lounge on
Thursday May 17 and Saturday, May 19:
Chris Gale Tenor sax
Adrean Farrugia Piano
Brandi Disterheft Acoustic bass
Sly Juhas Drums
The middle night, Friday, May 18, the band swells to a sextet with the addition of:
Sophia Perlman Vocals
Nathan Hiltz Guitar
Alex Brown Trumpet
The CD distributed by Festival, has been produced by another of this country's fine
musicians, Michael Kaeshammer.
Brandi Disterheft
May 17, 18, 19
At Opal, 472 Queen Street West
416.646.6725
8PM start $12 admission
Brandi Disterheft is booked for many of the Canadian Jazz Festivals this summer -
for complete tour dates and artist info, check out: www.brandidisterheft.com
Friday, May 11, 2007
Summer Music Adventure fod kids 8-16 at Blue Moon Music
Blue Moon Music School presents:
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
SUMMER MUSIC ADVENTURE 2007!
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Looking for a great summer activity in Toronto for your children age 8
to 16?
Now in their second year, this specialized music program offers a unique
and rewarding experience! School of rock, jazz and blues also
covers modern pop, ska, funk, reggae and latin styles.
Session 1 - July 9 - 13 9 - 4 PM
Session 2 - August 20 - 24 9 - 4 PM
FEES
The cost is $315 per child.
Space is limited, so please enroll by June 1st.
Payment is due by June 15th to guarantee a place at the camp.
Information and Registration:
email bluemoon@kennykirkwood.com
call 416.427.3303
Thank you!
your music adventure leaders,
Kenny Kirkwood & Carlie Howell
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
SUMMER MUSIC ADVENTURE 2007!
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Looking for a great summer activity in Toronto for your children age 8
to 16?
Now in their second year, this specialized music program offers a unique
and rewarding experience! School of rock, jazz and blues also
covers modern pop, ska, funk, reggae and latin styles.
Session 1 - July 9 - 13 9 - 4 PM
Session 2 - August 20 - 24 9 - 4 PM
FEES
The cost is $315 per child.
Space is limited, so please enroll by June 1st.
Payment is due by June 15th to guarantee a place at the camp.
Information and Registration:
email bluemoon@kennykirkwood.com
call 416.427.3303
Thank you!
your music adventure leaders,
Kenny Kirkwood & Carlie Howell
Hail Hail Rock and Roll
Sounds Of St. Louis presents...
HAIL, HAIL ROCK AND ROLL !!!
A tribute to Rock and Roll legend
Chuck Berry
Featuring the fabulous MONKEY BUSINESS band
SAT. MAY 12, 2007
DAKOTA TAVERN
249 OSSINGTON AVE.
9:30
HAIL, HAIL ROCK AND ROLL !!!
A tribute to Rock and Roll legend
Chuck Berry
Featuring the fabulous MONKEY BUSINESS band
SAT. MAY 12, 2007
DAKOTA TAVERN
249 OSSINGTON AVE.
9:30
Carlo Berardinucci and Whitney Smith at the Copper Pipe
May 11 2007
Carlo and Whitney @the Copper Pipe
924 Kingston Road
10:00
Carlo and Whitney @the Copper Pipe
924 Kingston Road
10:00
Sunday, May 6, 2007
Every Wednesday at the Dominion on Queen- Lisa Particelli's Girls Night Out
GIRLS NIGHT OUT
THE DOMINION ON QUEEN, 500 Queen St East. 8 to 12pm
You never know just who will drop in to jam! Hosted by vocalist Lisa Particelli with pianist Peter Hill and drummer Norman Marshall Villeneuve. HOW TO PREPARE FOR GIRLS NIGHT OUT : Bring yourself, charts in your key only if you've got'em but most importantly, bring an open mind and a good attitude towards listening, watching, & learning through the exchange of ideas with others of who share this common passion -jazz.
THE DOMINION ON QUEEN, 500 Queen St East. 8 to 12pm
You never know just who will drop in to jam! Hosted by vocalist Lisa Particelli with pianist Peter Hill and drummer Norman Marshall Villeneuve. HOW TO PREPARE FOR GIRLS NIGHT OUT : Bring yourself, charts in your key only if you've got'em but most importantly, bring an open mind and a good attitude towards listening, watching, & learning through the exchange of ideas with others of who share this common passion -jazz.
Ilana Waldston @ Mamapalooza
Ilana Waldston will be performing as part of Mamapalooza (http://www.mamapalooza.com/thefestival.html),
on Sunday, May 13th (Mothers' Day of course!) from noon to 5:00 p.m. at Healeys (http://www.jeffhealeysroadhouse.com/). The entertainment lineup includes rocker moms, folk moms, jazz moms and even a couple of dads. Advance tickets are on sale at "Rotate This", "Sam the Record Man" and "Circus Books and Music" or on-line at www.ticketweb.ca
on Sunday, May 13th (Mothers' Day of course!) from noon to 5:00 p.m. at Healeys (http://www.jeffhealeysroadhouse.com/). The entertainment lineup includes rocker moms, folk moms, jazz moms and even a couple of dads. Advance tickets are on sale at "Rotate This", "Sam the Record Man" and "Circus Books and Music" or on-line at www.ticketweb.ca
Pat Murray Quartet @ Ten Feet Tall Sunday May 13th
Ten Feet Tall
1381 Danforth @ Monarch Park
416-778-7333
presents:
The Pat Murray Quartet
Sunday May 13, 2007
3:30-6:30
Pat Murray-Vocals
Paul DeLong - Drums
Kim Ratcliff - Guitar
Jordan O”Connor-Bass
Happy Mother’s Day
1381 Danforth @ Monarch Park
416-778-7333
presents:
The Pat Murray Quartet
Sunday May 13, 2007
3:30-6:30
Pat Murray-Vocals
Paul DeLong - Drums
Kim Ratcliff - Guitar
Jordan O”Connor-Bass
Happy Mother’s Day
Matt Newton at Gate403
The Matt Newton Trio
Monday May 7th 8-12pm
Gate 403 is at 403 Roncesvalles Ave.
www.Gate403.com
Monday May 7th 8-12pm
Gate 403 is at 403 Roncesvalles Ave.
www.Gate403.com
Thursday, May 3, 2007
Wednesday, May 2, 2007
Art of Jazz Celebration May 30-June 7 2007

Performance. Education. Cultivation.
Art of Jazz is a not-for-profit organization, dedicated to jazz education and performance.
visit www.artofjazz.org for more information.
Saturday, April 28, 2007

HELP THE ELEPHANTS
Elephant JAZZ Fundraiser
Benefit for The Elephants of Thailand
Featuring Pianist, Richard Whiteman, Singers , Jen Sagar, Julie Long,
Saxophonist, Perry White and more!
Wednesday, May 30
7:30 pm to 11:00 pm
$20 at the door
720 Bathurst Street, Toronto
(just south of Bloor on the west side - downstairs)
for more info click here
Saturday, April 21, 2007
Jen Sings w/Lee Wallace and Jon Maharaj April27th at GATE403
Jen Sagar Sings
w/ Lee Wallace-Guitar
and Jon Maharaj-Bass
Friday, April 27th, 2007.
Gate 403
9pm to 1am
Gate 403 is located at
403 Roncesvalles Avenue
5 blocks South of Bloor Street
for dinner reservations please call 416.588.2930
www.GATE403.com
"Jen Sagar brings a fresh approach to an eclectic collection of styles and rhythms including French, Latin and Jazz-inspired Standards".
www.jensagar.com
www.myspace.com/jensagar
w/ Lee Wallace-Guitar
and Jon Maharaj-Bass
Friday, April 27th, 2007.
Gate 403
9pm to 1am
Gate 403 is located at
403 Roncesvalles Avenue
5 blocks South of Bloor Street
for dinner reservations please call 416.588.2930
www.GATE403.com
"Jen Sagar brings a fresh approach to an eclectic collection of styles and rhythms including French, Latin and Jazz-inspired Standards".
www.jensagar.com
www.myspace.com/jensagar
Sunday, April 8, 2007
Friday, April 6, 2007
Thursday, March 22, 2007
Carlo Berardinucci and Whitney Smith at Gate403 Friday March 23rd
Carlo Berardinucci and Whitney Smith at Gate403 Friday March 23rd
Gate 403
403 Roncesvalles Ave.
No cover
Ori Dagan at Dave's Pizza Saturday March 24th
*****
Ori Dagan Presents:"Saturday Night Live Jazz"Featured guest: up-and-coming local high school prodigy Rob Christian
Saturday March 24, 2007Dave's Pizza 730 St. Clair Ave. West, Just west of Christie(416) 652-20208:00 - Midnight
No Cover, Tips Welcome
Featuring:
Ori Dagan - vocals Steve Poloni - guitar Liam Morin - bass Zach Sutton - drums Rob Christian - featured guest on sax/flute
Ori Dagan Presents:"Saturday Night Live Jazz"Featured guest: up-and-coming local high school prodigy Rob Christian
Saturday March 24, 2007Dave's Pizza 730 St. Clair Ave. West, Just west of Christie(416) 652-20208:00 - Midnight
No Cover, Tips Welcome
Featuring:
Ori Dagan - vocals Steve Poloni - guitar Liam Morin - bass Zach Sutton - drums Rob Christian - featured guest on sax/flute
Littlest Jazz Orchestra Afternoon Tea Dance Sunday March 25th
The Littlest Jazz Orchestra continues their monthly Sunday Afternoon Tea Dance at the Gladstone Hotel Ballroom, 1214 Queen Street West, Toronto (just west of Dufferin).
Doors open at 2pm, dance goes until 5pm, with a free dance lesson from the folks at the Hogtown Swing Academy.
Admission is only $8, and there's a great tea service with cakes and sandwiches available as well.
This month features: Richard Underhill, Christopher Plock, Waylen Miki, William Carn, Tony Quarrington, Lee Hutchinson, Adrian Shaw and Glenn Anderson, with vocalists Roger Clown, Lyne Tremblay, Serafin and Julie Michels.
Doors open at 2pm, dance goes until 5pm, with a free dance lesson from the folks at the Hogtown Swing Academy.
Admission is only $8, and there's a great tea service with cakes and sandwiches available as well.
This month features: Richard Underhill, Christopher Plock, Waylen Miki, William Carn, Tony Quarrington, Lee Hutchinson, Adrian Shaw and Glenn Anderson, with vocalists Roger Clown, Lyne Tremblay, Serafin and Julie Michels.
Rita DiGhent at Ten Feet Tall Sunday March 25th
What: Live Jazz>Who: "Little Miss Phrase-ology" (Rita di Ghent) and 8-string guitar wonder >Jason "Lightning" Crawford with drummer Rich Brisco>Where: Ten Feet Tall 1381 Danforth Ave, Toronto>When: Sunday, March 25, 3:30pm - 6:30pm>Admission: Free. Reservations recommended.>Misc: Good food and cool ambiance
John Alcorn at the Cobourg Sunday March 25th
There's a great new room in Toronto -- The Cobourg. They offer live jazz onSunday evenings, featuring Perry White's superb trio (with Rob Piltch andNeil Swainson). Perry is unable to do the gig this week, so he's invited John Alcorn to fill in. He'll be there with Bernie Senensky and Steve Wallace.
Sunday, March 25Live music from 9:00 PM till MidnightNo cover!The Cobourg533 Parliament Street (South of Winchester)Toronto, Ontario(416) 913 7538About http://www.johnalcorn.comhttp://www.myspace.com/johnalcornmusic
Friday, March 16, 2007
The Michele Lawrence Quartet Sunday March 18th
Featuring… Michele Lawrence, vocals, Gordon Braun-Woodbury, piano, Brian Li , bass and Paul Lindo, drums, with special guest soloist Alan Kingstone, guitar
Sunday, March 18, 2007
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Free Concert
Scarborough Civic Centre,
Main Rotunda
Sunday, March 18, 2007
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Free Concert
Scarborough Civic Centre,
Main Rotunda
CLUB DJANGO at the Rex, Sunday March 18th
CLUB DJANGO
Will be performingThis Sunday Mar 18th atThe Rex Hotel Jazz & Blues Bar194 Queen St West(Just West of University Ave)3:30PM - 6:30PMHot Club music in the tradition of DjangoReinhardt and Stephane Grappelli!
Bring the kids! It's never too early to give them some Gypsy/Swing learnin'!http://www.clubdjangotoronto.com/
Wednesday, March 7, 2007
www.clubdjangotoronto.com Sunday March 11th at Mitzi's Sister
CLUB DJANGOWill be performingThis Sunday Mar 11th atMitzi's Sister1554 Queen St West(Near Sorauren)3:00PM - 6:30PMHot blooded music for cold Canadian days!www.clubdjangotoronto.com
Monday, March 5, 2007
Mondays at the Dominion
The HEATMERCHANTS
“The Ultimate Jazz Experience”
Presented by
Dominion on Queen
500 Queen Street East 416 368-6893
Every Monday Night
host by: Rick Donaldson on Drums
Jim Heineman on Saxes & Flute
Sam Heineman on Keyboards
Guest Artist TBA 8pm-12am
www.myspace.com/rickydonaldson
“The Ultimate Jazz Experience”
Presented by
Dominion on Queen
500 Queen Street East 416 368-6893
Every Monday Night
host by: Rick Donaldson on Drums
Jim Heineman on Saxes & Flute
Sam Heineman on Keyboards
Guest Artist TBA 8pm-12am
www.myspace.com/rickydonaldson
Friday, March 2, 2007
Lisa Particelli and Norman Marshall Villeneuve at the Rex
Coleman Tinsley at the Concord Cafe Sunday
This Sunday, March 4th
Coleman Tinsley features works by Monk, Ellington / Strayhorn,
Evans, Golson, Brubeck, Silver, etc, etc. With an exciting duo comprised of
Ken Skinner & Ross McIntyre, on piano, & bass, respectively
The Concord cafe is located at 937 Bloor West
Evans, Golson, Brubeck, Silver, etc, etc. With an exciting duo comprised of
Ken Skinner & Ross McIntyre, on piano, & bass, respectively
The Concord cafe is located at 937 Bloor West
Start time is 8:30 pm P W Y C
Singer's Playground w/Micah Barnes
Class is accompanied, all styles and all levels of experience welcome.
Everyone in the small group taking turns on stage and gets individual help with the issues and problems that are holding them back. Auditors now welcome as well.
PERFORMANCE SKILLS FOR SINGERS: Master Class
coached by former Nylon Micah Barnes $125
Saturday March 10th/ 12 pm till 6 pm
Bring a song to perform for the class and get practical feedback for your forward development.
Class size is limited please book in advance.
Questions, Bookings and Info: (416) 703-8554 or micah@singersplayground.com
Sincerely
MICAH BARNES
http://www.singersplayground.com
Join our new online community at http://www.myspace.com/singersplayground--
Thursday, February 22, 2007
Friday, February 16, 2007
The Voting Booth is Open!

The National Jazz Awards will take place at the Palais Royale, Toronto, on Tuesday, Apr 10, 2007 at 08:00 PM
$75 per ticket
$75 per ticket
For further information, please contact the National Jazz Awards at (416) 533-4883 or visit www.nationaljazzawards.com.
Club Django at the Rex, Sunday Feb 18th
Winter cold getting you down?
Shoulders pressing up a bit too close to your neck?
Well, don't forget it's Mardi Gras season in New Orleansand we're firing up the Gypsy Swing engines this weekend right here in Toronto!
CLUB DJANGO
Will be performing thisSunday Feb 18th at
The Rex Hotel Jazz & Blues Bar194 Queen St west(just West of University Ave)
3:30PM - 6:30PM
Wednesday, February 14, 2007
This Week: Toronto Biogaphies on Rogers Cable 10
Week of February 10th, 2007 features
Jack Long
About the show
Toronto Biographies airs on:
Mondays at 5:30am and 10:00pmTuesdays at 4:00pmWednesdays at 12:00pm and 6:30pmThursdays at 9:00amFridays at 6:30pmSaturdays at 1:00am and 9:30pm
Toronto Biographies airs on:
Mondays at 5:30am and 10:00pmTuesdays at 4:00pmWednesdays at 12:00pm and 6:30pmThursdays at 9:00amFridays at 6:30pmSaturdays at 1:00am and 9:30pm
Sundays at 9:30pm
A new season of Toronto Biographies!
Hosted by Laurie Brown, Toronto Biographies is a series of in-depth profiles featuring people who have left their mark on the city of Toronto. These people are leaders in their respective fields but you could easily bump into them at the local grocery store.
A new season of Toronto Biographies!
Hosted by Laurie Brown, Toronto Biographies is a series of in-depth profiles featuring people who have left their mark on the city of Toronto. These people are leaders in their respective fields but you could easily bump into them at the local grocery store.
Monday, February 12, 2007
Carlo Sings Every Tuesday at Alleycatz
Friday, February 9, 2007
Micah Barnes at Opal Lounge Feb. 21st.
MICAH BARNES singing Cabaret Noir songs from his new
self-titled C.D., plus Jazz and Blues chestnuts and a few choice Nylons tunes.
http://www.micahbarnes.com
The OPAL LOUNGE Wednesday, February 21st
472 Queen Street West, just west of Spadina
8 p.m. start (416) 646-6725 for reservations
self-titled C.D., plus Jazz and Blues chestnuts and a few choice Nylons tunes.
http://www.micahbarnes.com
The OPAL LOUNGE Wednesday, February 21st
472 Queen Street West, just west of Spadina
8 p.m. start (416) 646-6725 for reservations
The Jack Family, Sunday Feb 11th

The Jack Family is doing the Matinee at Mitzi's Sister
this Sunday - Feb 11
1554 Queen St. W. just East of Sorauren between 3:00 and 7:00 The Jack Family are:
Steve Koch, Reno Jack, John MacLeod, Harri Palm and Eddie K
Special Guest Jim Masyk will be joining us for a few songs too!Come on down and enjoy some Rhythm & Brunch at Mitzi's this Sunday
no coverTell your friends!
Thursday, February 8, 2007
Julie Long at the Winterfolk Music Festival

Friday February 9th 7:30pm
Saturday February 10th 2pm
Sunday February 11th@ 4:30pm
Saturday February 10th 2pm
Sunday February 11th@ 4:30pm
Terri O's Sports Bar, 185 Danforth Ave
Sunday February 11th@ 2:00pmDora Keough, 141 Danforth Ave.
EVENT: Winterfolk V Roots and Blues Festival
WHEN: February 9, 10, 11, 2007
WHERE: Six venues at the corners of Danforth andBroadview, including the Black Swan, Dora Keogh, TerriO's, The Willow Restaurant, The Prince of Egypt
TICKETS: None.DOOR: No admission charge.
website: www.abetterworld.ca
WHERE: Six venues at the corners of Danforth andBroadview, including the Black Swan, Dora Keogh, TerriO's, The Willow Restaurant, The Prince of Egypt
TICKETS: None.DOOR: No admission charge.
website: www.abetterworld.ca
Winterfolk (V) is a fifth annual event for Toronto.More than 80 artists will be performing live over thecourse of three days. It will also include workshopsfor guitar playing, song writing, and more. Check outthe website for the complete schedule.
Hope to see you there!
Hope to see you there!
Monday, February 5, 2007
Friday, February 2, 2007
Brenda Carol's Renaissance Jazz Fair This Weekend

Brenda Carol is proud to announce thefollowing jazz artists as part of her Renaissance JazzFair. This all ages, two-evening event boasts some ofCanada's finest, up-and-coming jazz artists including17 year-old, award winning, sax and flute player RobChristian, 21 year-old vocal treasure Sophia Perlman,HMV Canada's #1 selling indie jazz vocalist LarraSkye, Toronto, jazz performer and educator BrendaCarol, and many more.... At the Renaissance Cafe, 1938Danforth Avenue, Toronto, ON 7:30 pm start,$8.00/Advance Ticket or $10.00/Door. No reservations.General admission. Advance tickets are availablethrough Jon Long of Long & McQuade (Bloor Street storelocation) and at Renaissance Cafe(www.renaissancecafe.ca). Please also contact theperformers directly for available advanced tickets. Saturday February 3, 2007 (in order of appearance):Nathan Hiltz - guitar, Ross MacIntyre - bass(accompanying musicians), Brenda Carol -vocals/percussion, Lindsay Britton - vocals, LarraSkye - vocals/guitar, Denise & Jerry Britton - vocals& keyboard (duo), Rob Christian - saxophone/flute,Sophia Perlman - vocals, Ptarmigan - Vanessa Hanson -vocals/guitar/keyboard and more artists T.B.A..On Sunday, February 4, 2007 Brenda Carol announces (inorder of appearance): Kevin Barrett - guitar, JonMaharaj - bass (accompanying musicians), Brenda Carol- vocals/percussion, Sophia Perlman - vocals, RobChristian - saxophone/flute, Jen Sagar - vocals,Elizabeth Shepherd - vocals/keyboard TBA, Rita diGhent - vocals/keyboards, and Courtney Quebec & TomIonescu - vocals & guitar (duo). Cosponsors of the event are Brenda Carol and Long &McQuade. Brenda Carol has been a vocal performer since1990 and a private vocal educator in Toronto since1994. Celebrating their 50th year, Long & McQuade haveproudly sponsored excellent musical events acrossCanada, encouraging music education and fine musicalequipment nationwide.Event web page: http://www.brendacarol.com/bcrjf.htmlContact: Brenda CarolEmail: darwynrecords@yahoo.comPhone: 416-467-7959
Maureen Kennedy at Opal Jazz Lounge
Feb 1 - Feb 3 2007VOCALIST MAUREEN KENNEDYEntertainment Charge: $12.00(Sets at 8, 9:30, & 11 PM)Vocalist Maureen Kennedy developed her love for jazz while studying with Canadian trumpeter Fred Stone. It was during this six year periods that she developed the purity of her sound and her restrained use of vibrato. She is one of the rare jazz vocalists who evokes the simplicity and directness of jazz greats such as Irene Krall and Helen Merrill. Through the years she has cultivated an extensive repertoire of memorable standards and rediscovered gems that compliment her very personal sound. This is evident in her debut recording ‘This Is Always’ which features a selection of classic standards including rarely recorded compositions by Billy Strayhorn, Jimmy Van Heusen, Alex Wilder and Antonio Carlos Jobim.Maureen is accompanied this week by pianist Gary Williamson and violinist San Muratawww.maureenkennedy.com
Quinsin Nachoff W/Dave Restivo and Ethan Ardelli
FREE concert at Hart House on the UofT Campus 2nite: Friday Feb 2nd9pm - 11pm....in the Arbor Room (joint's even licensed!)Rhodes 3o w/David Restivo--> Fender RhodesEthan Ardelli--> drums
Thursday, February 1, 2007
Winterfolk 2007
Winterfolk is an indoor music festival featuring over 80 artists in 6 venues for 3 days of roots and blues music in downtown Toronto.
EVENT: Winterfolk V Roots and Blues FestivalWHEN: February 9, 10, 11, 2007WHERE: Six venues at the corners of Danforth and Broadview, including the Black Swan, Dora Keogh, Terry O's, The Willow Restaurant, The Prince of EgyptTICKETS: None.DOOR: No admission charge.WEBSITE: http://www.winterfolk.com/
EVENT: Winterfolk V Roots and Blues FestivalWHEN: February 9, 10, 11, 2007WHERE: Six venues at the corners of Danforth and Broadview, including the Black Swan, Dora Keogh, Terry O's, The Willow Restaurant, The Prince of EgyptTICKETS: None.DOOR: No admission charge.WEBSITE: http://www.winterfolk.com/
Girls Night Out is on the move!

THE DOMINION ON QUEEN, 500 Queen St East. 8 to 12pm
You never know just who will drop in to jam! Hosted by vocalist Lisa Particelli with pianist Peter Hill and drummer Norman Marshall Villeneuve. HOW TO PREPARE FOR GIRLS NIGHT OUT : Bring yourself, charts in your key only if you've got'em but most importantly, bring an open mind and a good attitude towards listening, watching, & learning through the exchange of ideas with others of who share this common passion - jazz.
Micah Barnes Workshop February 10th, 2007
STAGE TECHNIQUE FOR SINGERS
Saturday February 10th / 12 pm - 6 pm / $125
with coach Micah Barnes
This master class offers expert and practical solutions for common performance issues such as stage fright,material selection and presentation and gets everyone working towards upcoming class performances at The Winchester Street Theatre this spring!
Bring a song to perform for the class and get practical feedback on what you need to work on in this supportive workshop.
Winchester Street Theatre
80 Winchester Street in Cabbagetown
1 east of Parliament/2 south of Wellesley
Register at (416) 703 8554 or micah@singersplayground.com
http://www.singersplayground.com
Saturday February 10th / 12 pm - 6 pm / $125
with coach Micah Barnes
This master class offers expert and practical solutions for common performance issues such as stage fright,material selection and presentation and gets everyone working towards upcoming class performances at The Winchester Street Theatre this spring!
Bring a song to perform for the class and get practical feedback on what you need to work on in this supportive workshop.
Winchester Street Theatre
80 Winchester Street in Cabbagetown
1 east of Parliament/2 south of Wellesley
Register at (416) 703 8554 or micah@singersplayground.com
http://www.singersplayground.com
Canadian Musicians Italian Voices Wednesday Feb. 7th

FREE CONCERT: jazz and classical
WHO: Rita di Ghent with Norm Amadio (jazz) and Brett Polegato (classical baritone)
WHAT: Meet the Artists Series: "Canadian Musicians Italian Voices"
WHERE: The Italian Cultural Institute (Istituto Italiano di cultura), 496 Huron Street, Toronto
WHEN: 6:30 to 8:30 with reception to follow
COST: free!
WHO: Rita di Ghent with Norm Amadio (jazz) and Brett Polegato (classical baritone)
WHAT: Meet the Artists Series: "Canadian Musicians Italian Voices"
WHERE: The Italian Cultural Institute (Istituto Italiano di cultura), 496 Huron Street, Toronto
WHEN: 6:30 to 8:30 with reception to follow
COST: free!
Friday, January 26, 2007
Ori Dagan's Downtown Debut!
Monday, January 22, 2007
The Canadian Jazz Quartet
Thursday, January 18, 2007
Saturday, January 13, 2007
Brenda Carol's Renaissance Jazz Fair

1938 Danforth Avenue, (west of Woodbine Avenue)
Show: 7:30 pm start
All Ages Event.
Beach jazz artist, Brenda Carol, is sponsoring her first Renaissance Jazz Fair, Feb. 3 and 4 at the Renaissance Cafe, 1938 Danforth Ave.
Beach jazz artist, Brenda Carol, is sponsoring her first Renaissance Jazz Fair, Feb. 3 and 4 at the Renaissance Cafe, 1938 Danforth Ave.
The fair will feature “as much great jazz talent as we can handle over the two day event.”
Advance Tickets: $8.00 or $10.00/door
Lisa Particelli's Girls' Night Out Every Wednesday

Vocalist Friendly Jazz Jam
w/ the Wonderful Lisa Particelli
Every Wednesday at Ten Feet Tall
Every Wednesday Girls Night OutHosted by Lisa Particelli Toronto's vocalist friendly jazz jam(where gentlemen are welcome too) 8:00pm -12:00am at Ten Feet Tall 1381 The Danforth on the SUBWAY line near Greenwood Station (between Greenwood and Coxwell) (416) 778-7333
* celebrated menu * patio * artistic environment * NEW Sunday jazz matinées *
Every Wednesday Girls Night OutHosted by Lisa Particelli Toronto's vocalist friendly jazz jam(where gentlemen are welcome too) 8:00pm -12:00am at Ten Feet Tall 1381 The Danforth on the SUBWAY line near Greenwood Station (between Greenwood and Coxwell) (416) 778-7333
* celebrated menu * patio * artistic environment * NEW Sunday jazz matinées *
(photo by Greg King)
Rick Donaldson and The Heatmerchants Every Monday at the Dominion on Queen

CRAZY BOUT JAZZ?
THE DOMINION ON QUEEN
500 Queen Street East
PRESENTS:
JAZZMADNESS
THE DOMINION ON QUEEN
500 Queen Street East
PRESENTS:
JAZZMADNESS
Featuring:
ONE OF TORONTO’S HOTTEST JAZZ TRIOS
“ In Concert “
THE HEATMERCHANTS
THE ULTIMATE JAZZ EXPERIENCE
Beginning January 29th
3 Shows 8pm-930pm-11pm
hosted by: Rick Donaldson on Drums
Jim Heineman on Saxes & Flute
Stacie McGregor on Organ
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