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NYC jazz star Benny Benack III joins Canadian piano virtuoso Anthony D’Alessandro for a night of swing, soul, and showmanship. Expect jaw-dropping solos and irresistible charm.
One of Canada’s top jazz fusion artists, Carl Mayotte lights up the stage with virtuosic bass and genre-bending brilliance. A bold, modern sound.
Medicine Hat’s own jazz icon Cheryl Fisher returns with style, swing, and soul. Her expressive vocals and all-star band promise an intimate and unforgettable night.
Award-winning Dutch vocalist Henk Kraaijeveld leads his quintet in a genre-blending performance rich with poetic lyrics, improvisation, and emotional storytelling. With a warm voice and playful presence, Kraaijeveld brings a fresh, adventurous spirit to the European jazz tradition.
Soulful vocals and up tempo grooves from CKUA host and rising star Kate Stevens. A fresh, modern take on R&B, soul and jazz.
Pianist Lorraine Desmarais pays tribute to Bill Evans in a show of elegant phrasing and deep emotion. A rare chance to hear one of Canada’s greatest jazz pianists in an acoustic trio setting right on the Esplanade Main Stage.
High-energy Latin jazz from one of Western Canada’s most exciting bands. Guaranteed to get the dance floor moving.
JUNO-nominated drummer Sanah Kadoura fuses modern jazz, neo-soul, and Lebanese influences with bold originality. Her 2023 album Duality—named one of DownBeat’s Best Albums of the Year—cements her as a rising force on the international scene.
Saxophones, streetwear, and funk-fueled chaos—Canada’s Shuffle Demons are back! This high-octane jazz party will blow the roof off the Terrace.
Mentors for the new Youth Jazz Intensive, drummer Tyler Hornby and trombonist Audrey Ochoa join forces for a special one-time performance. Expect an energetic, engaging set from two of Alberta’s most respected jazz educators and performers.
The inaugural Youth Jazz Intensive includes two days of workshops led by top Canadian mentors, culminating in an opening set at the Hangar Dance Party. These emerging Alberta artists will showcase their creativity and skill through a dynamic mix of jazz standards and original compositions.
