ELIANA CUEVAS & JEREMY LEDBETTER DUO
6.00
Eliana Cuevas and Jeremy Ledbetter are well known in the Canadian musical landscape for the outstanding quality of their work, composing and performing as bandleaders of their own Latin Jazz projects and also as side musicians for some of the best musical acts in Canada. No strangers to performing with each other, Eliana and Jeremy have been performing together in various configurations for over 15 years, including Eliana’s last three albums which earned them two US Independent Music Awards for Best World Music Album and Best World Music Producer in New York, and a Canadian Folk Music Award for Best World Music Album.
Now they have created a new duo project that unveils their musical chemistry in a more intimate way. They feature a unique and very soulful take on Latin American music with a focus on Venezuelan folkloric repertoire. Their music is Jazz-infused, acoustic, and showcases original compositions and some of the most beloved Venezuelan traditional songs. Their performances are playful, adventurous, spontaneous and very moving at times, allowing their audiences to experience a wide range of emotions.
Eliana's extraordinary vocal prowess is on full display in this duo setting, showcasing the vocal chops that have been captivating audiences around the world for years. At the hands of Jeremy Ledbetter, the piano roars, whispers, cries, and is transformed into a Venezuelan cuatro, or an "arpa llanera", in a mesmerizing display of versatility. On stage, Eliana and Jeremy open a window into their lives, creating a display of their experiences together through music, taking advantage of their personal connection to bring their songs and stories to life.
GRAPEVINE QUINTET
8.30
Very danceable, high energy but can also keep ppl on the edges of their seats with delicate beauty.
15$ cover after 10pm, with all proceeds going directly to the musicians performing.
SHOUT! THE BAND
11.30
SHOUT! is an exciting and energizing band of young, vibrant Canadian musicians bringing beats you can dance and SHOUT! too.
TANAKA CONCEPT
2.30
TANAKA CONCEPT is a contemporary jazz band based in Toronto ON. Their music pulls inspiration from hip hop, RnB, and the great jazz tradition. Bandleader and bassist Hiro Tanaka is joined by Dhaivat Jani (dr), Matt Greenwood (gtr), Joel Bracken (sax), and Julian Straatsma (pno) who all bring their unique voices to the music. Playing a combination of originals and covers, their music always brings the energy.