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Polish trumpeter, Tomasz Stańko is also a composer and improviser, and at 75 years of age is still going strong free and avant-garde jazz.

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Randy Cole, the producer of this video, is a great asset to Montreal Jazz. Not only does he produce fantastic content, but he clearly has a real love for the subject, which comes out clear as day in the […]

A fantastic live recording of Bill Evans playing the classic Monk tune. Recorded in Sweden in 1970.

“Lingus” from Snarky Puppy’s 2014 album ‘We Like It Here’. A true gem for anyone who loves modern jazz, but this song in particular highlights the virtuosic talents of keyboardist Cory Henry. Just the expressions […]

Under the talented eye of Randy Cole, Marie-Fatima Rudolf, Al McLean and Kevin Dean play one of professor Dean’s original compositions.

A student of the Royal College of Music, Stockholm, Esbjörn Svensson recorded some gorgeous pieces before the untimely tragic scuba diving accident that took his life in 2008.

Metropole Orchestra is a multiple Grammy winning jazz and pop orchestra based in the Netherlands. This performance was a part of the BBC Proms 49, broadcast live from the Royal Albert Hall in London on August 2 […]

The virtuoso keyboardist and musician Cory Henry (of Snarky Puppy fame) performing Prince’s ‘Purple Rain’ with Metropole Orchestra.

Born in Estonia in 1978, Kristjan Randalu moved with his family to Germany as a child. His teachers there included John Taylor in Cologne, followed by a time at the Royal Academy of Music in London (with Django […]

A wonderful crossover, with classical cellist legend Yo-Yo Ma with fellow American trumpetist Chris Bott, playing the Hammerstein & Rodgers jazz standard ‘My Favourite Things’.

A little cheesy disco? Perhaps. Herbie is one of my favourite musicians of all time, and a pure jazz legend. Here’s a throwback to 1978, performing ‘I thought It Was You’.

A Canadian West Coast meets East Coast – Vancouver’s Ingrid Jensen (who studied at Berkelee in Boston, MA) with Montreal’s own Marianne Trudel. Recorded live October 20, 2012 at Largo Resto-Club, in Québec City […]

A bit reminiscent of early Brecker Brothers, this is the title track from the Canadian (Toronto based) Jazz ensemble Gray Matter’s debut album “Footsteps”. Keep your eye out for this ensemble!

Composed by Wolfgang Muthspiel, ‘Father and Sun’ is the 4th track from the Austrian guitarist’s quintet’s album ‘Rising Grace’ features jazz luminary pianist Brad Mehldau (who’s played with the likes of Lee […]

Daughter of the Indian musician Ravi Shankar, multi Grammy winner, Norah Jones is a giant in her own right. This performance was recorded live at the Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club in London. This intimate p […]

The very groovy newcomer Kandace Springs is a mix of influences that bring memories of Billie Holiday to Lauryn Hill to Sade. Discovered by Prince in 2014, she flew to record a debut EP released on the legendary […]

A wonderful tribute to the late Canadian Member of Parliament, Jack Layton, ‘Eulogy’ was composed around the words of Rev. Dr. Brent Hawkes. With Dr, Hawkes’ blessing, the track features spoken word samples from […]

Something very groovy to get you ready for Saturday night! Former music students from University of Michigan, Vulfpeck has a very devoted following on the internet, and it’s easy to see why.

Virtuoso trumpet player, and one of the greatest big band leaders of the late 20th century, Doc Severinsen’s career has incredible longevity. Still active today, this 3 year old recording was done back when Doc […]