The Vault Gallery Exhibition Archive

A hot band with smooth harmony - that is what has put local jazz band, CanUS, on the map both here and in the U.S.A.
A reviewer for "Mississippi Rag" wrote: "CanUS is a one-of-a-kind group.....with a sound unlike any other on the scene today, which is a tremendous accomplishment".
Altho' they have... Read More

A hot summer night celebrating of one the hottest jazz groups in the history of the music! For over 40 years, drummer Art Blakey led one of the most successful small groups in jazz featuring such notable musicians as Clifford Brown, Benny Golson, Wynton Marsalis, Freddie Hubbard, Lee Morgan, Cedar W... Read More

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Misha Piatigorsky is emerging as one of the most innovative musicians on the international music scene today. His unique marriage of powerful melodies with an unusual harmonic sensitivity gives his sound a deeply personal yet cosmopolitan dimension, reflecting his experience as a Russian-Jewish émi... Read More

A hot band with smooth harmony - that is what has put local jazz band, CanUS, on the map both here and in the U.S.A.
A reviewer for "Mississippi Rag" wrote: "CanUS is a one-of-a-kind group.....with a sound unlike any other on the scene today, which is a tremendous accomplishment".
Altho' they have... Read More

The Trio’s music, infused with a blend of musical influences, showcases Marc Atkinson’s catchy compositions and fiery, but elegant, guitar style. Marc himself, a multi-instrumentalist/composer/arranger/ producer, is known for his flawless and supremely complex guitar picking and for taking the g... Read More

The Hutchinson Andrew Trio is a unique powerhouse of prairie jazz. An acoustic piano-based trio, “HAT” comprises three stellar musicians: bassist Kodi Hutchinson, pianist Chris Andrew, and drummer Karl Schwonik (a Downbeat award winner). Hard-swinging modernists, the members of HAT list artists ... Read More

“Jon Cleary is the ninth wonder in the world.” - Bonnie Raitt

In the hallowed ranks of New Orleans “piano professors,” Jon Cleary is on the tenure track. Born in England, then having emigrated to New Orleans, Jon Cleary combines soulful vocals and masterful piano skills with a knack for c... Read More

“Soweto Kinch delivers a scalding display of post-Coleman alto-sax improvising, a virtuosic and intelligent exposition of political rap...a visually riveting event!” - The Guardian

An award-winning performer equally adept as an alto saxophonist and rapper, Britain’s Soweto Kinch is currentl... Read More

“The best of what is being done in jazz in Quebec.” - Radio Canada

Montreal-based Marianne Trudel is one of the most creative jazz pianists and composers in Canada. An eclectic and award-winning performer with several well-reviewed CDs to her credit, Trudel has shared the stage with such dive... Read More