Structure and Surprise: Gentiane MG on Trust, Improvisation and “Can You Hear the Birds?”
Montreal pianist and composer Gentiane MG reflects on improvisation, nature, emotional expression and the trust behind her trio — and why some of the best musical moments happen when nobody quite knows what comes next.
Between the Notes: Neema Bickersteth Builds Herself Between Musical Worlds
Classically trained soprano Neema Bickersteth has built a career by moving between opera, jazz, theatre, movement and contemporary performance. Ahead of Joplin & Jazz, she reflects on finding freedom outside conventional boxes, the musical worlds that shaped her, and why her voice remains the through-line.
Old Friends, New Conversations: Daniel Koulack Brings Musical Worlds Together
Daniel Koulack has spent a career moving between folk, jazz, klezmer and roots music. This Sunday, he brings longtime friends Marilyn Lerner, Ken Whiteley and David Wall together at Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel for a concert shaped by decades of shared musical history.
Finding His Voice: SoulBear Steps Out From Behind the Instrument
SoulBear’s musical journey began behind a saxophone, where a shy young musician felt more comfortable out of the spotlight. Now, the bilingual singer-songwriter steps confidently to the front of the stage, bringing soul, R&B, jazz, personal storytelling, and unmistakable showmanship to Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel.
Back to Jazz Roots: Sol James Comes Full Circle
Before she became known for roots, blues, soul, and powerhouse storytelling, Sol James found her voice through jazz. Ahead of her Jazz at the Fort Garry solo debut, Sol reflects on the music that shaped her, the joy of live performance, and coming full circle in The Club Room.