What the Music Needs: Anthony D’Alessandro on Gershwin, Groove and the Art of Listening
Toronto pianist Anthony D’Alessandro reflects on Gershwin, collaboration, swing and the freedom of improvisation ahead of his return to Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel.
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.
Where the Music Leads: Adèle M. Wilding Closes One Chapter to Open Another
As Adèle M. Wilding prepares to step away from solo jazz performance for the foreseeable future, she looks back on the songs, places, people, and risks that shaped her journey — from Manitoba to London, Vancouver, and home again.
Show Them the Road: Chet Breau on the Lessons That Last
Nearly four decades after opening the Lenny Breau School of Music, Chet Breau reflects on the lessons passed down by his father, the value of mentorship, and a lifetime spent passing music on.