Jam sessions—where musicians spontaneously create one-off groupings and perform repertoire they have not rehearsed—are among the most important occurrences in the jazz community. They can be responsible for some of the most creative and beautiful musical moments musicians will ever experience. Historically, jam sessions have been instrumental in the evolution of jazz music. Minton’s Playhouse […]

When I think of a group I would love to hear live, my obvious choice is Brian Blade and the Fellowship Band. Born in 1970, Brian Blade has been one of the most influential and innovative drummers of the last twenty years. He has played with countless musicians throughout his career, including Wayne Shorter, Joshua […]

Jimmy Greene’s powerful saxophone and big heart have been a part of Winnipeg’s music scene for the last two and a half years. He can be heard at numerous venues around the city but his presence is felt most at the University of Manitoba where he teaches jazz saxophone and jazz composition and arranging, and […]