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SUMMARY:Ordinary Life\, Jazz - Indie Rock Fusion
DESCRIPTION:Ordinary Life\, Jazz – Indie Rock Fusion \nRory Lynch is a guitarist\, bandleader\, composer\, and educator based in Toronto\, Canada. His playing is rooted in the jazz tradition\, and branches out to tap into elements of indie rock. His debut EP\, Moultet\, was released in 2023 and features his quartet in a dynamic\, exploratory musical adventure. As a freelancer\, Rory has worked with a wide array of artists\, including Larnell Lewis\, Mark Dejong\, Melissa Lauren\, Julian Taylor\, Ellen Froese\, and the Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra. \nAlex MacPherson (bass)\, \nRJ Lee (drums)\, \nNathan Tran (piano)\, \nRory Lynch (guitar)
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/ordinary-life-jazz-indie-rock-fusion/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260411T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260411T230000
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
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SUMMARY:CanAlians\, Funk\, R&B\, Motown & Soul
DESCRIPTION:CanAlians\, Funk\, R&B\, Motown & Soul \nDon’t miss this night of fabulous classic R&B\, Funk and Soul with splashes of Rock and Jazz\, from a bunch off great players from both Canada & Australia – hence the name! \nThe musicians come from a galaxy of past experiences: \nRoss Ogden (Keyboards\, Saxophone\, Vocals) – who hails from Australia and has performed all over South East Asia\, is a multi-instrumentalist now located in Toronto\, Ross performs as a combined keyboard\, sax & vocalist with some of TOs funkiest and most experienced musicians. \nPhil Smith (Vocals / Guitar) – is a singer/songwriter\, multi-instrumentalist and has toured extensively over the years. Phil’s influences are rooted in R&B\, Reggae and Blues Oriented Rock. \nCameron Guest (Guitar\, Vocals) – has performed regularly for many years as a vocalist and guitarist in Ontario cover bands\, at venues such as the Hard Rock Cafe\, the Horseshoe Tavern and the Beaches Jazz Festival. He’s shared the stage with several Canadian icons including Doug Riley and Phil Dwyer. \nRob Reedijk (Bass\, Vocals) – has performed with a great deal of highly acclaimed and accomplished musicians at many venues in Eastern Canada. He has played in many bands featuring various styles including Soul\, RnB \,Reggae\, Funk\, Pop\, Rock\, and Jazz. He has also performed original music at the same time as his side career as a producer/composer/engineer. \nBlake Manning (Drums\, Vocals) – Drummer and percussionist for Matthew Good\, Rodriguez\, The Heartbroken\, David Wilcox\, Tom Cochrane and more. He also adds lead and backing vocals. \nPhil Smith -Vox & Guitar \nCam Guest -Vox & Guitar \nRoss Ogden – Vox\, Keys & Sax \nRob Reedijk – Vox & Bass \nBlake Manning – Vox & Drums \n 
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/canalians-funk-rb-motown-soul/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260411T230000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260412T020000
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
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SUMMARY:Late Night Jazz Jam *FREE* for Jammers\, Sponsor by GLB Great Lakes Brewery\, presented by JazzInToronto
DESCRIPTION:Late Night Jazz Jam *FREE* for Jammers\, Sponsor by GLB Great Lakes Brewery\, presented by JazzInToronto \nJazzInToronto Presents: \nLate Night Jazz Jam \nFree for musicians \nPWYC for listeners \n11pm doors\, Starts at 11:30pm
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/late-night-jazz-jam-free-for-jammers-sponsor-by-glb-great-lakes-brewery-presented-by-jazzintoronto-2/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260412T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260412T193000
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
CREATED:20260324T130551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T131531Z
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SUMMARY:Laura Marks\, Jazz and Latin\, Spring
DESCRIPTION:Laura Marks\, Jazz and Latin \nSpring Is Here at the ever hospitable and gracious Emmet Ray this April. We’ll be celebrating the warmer temperatures with some seasonal tunes\, some new tunes\, and some old favourites as interpreted by Laura along with amazing players Lee Wallace (guitar) and Thomas Hainbuch (bass). Enjoy the warm welcome at the Emmet Ray\, the great food and superior libations while also feeding your ears! \nWe are a fluid mix of players\, changing with requirements and availability. This will be the first appearance of the trio. For a full history of Laura Marks gig history dating from 2009 please visit: https://lauramarks.ca/gigs/ \nLaura Marks – Vocals\, \nLee Wallace – Guitar \nThomas Hainbuch – Bass
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/laura-marks-jazz-and-latin/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260412T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260412T223000
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
CREATED:20260329T143939Z
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SUMMARY:Simon Smith Quintet\, Bebop and Hard Bop
DESCRIPTION:Simon Smith Quintet\, Bebop and Hard Bop \nThe Simon Smith quintet is a group that focuses on developing the classic sound of a hard-bop quintet while experimenting with modern musical elements and ideas. \nSimon Smith – Baritone Sax \nEnoch Lodu – Trumpet \nJulian Belray – Piano \nWade Pollesel – Bass \nGraham Coster – Drums
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/simon-smith-quintet-bebop-and-hard-bop/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260413T211500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260413T233000
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
CREATED:20260410T214306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T214531Z
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SUMMARY:The Jason Baptista Quartet\, Bebop/Straight Ahead Jazz
DESCRIPTION:The Jason Baptista Quartet\, Bebop/Straight Ahead Jazz \nThe Jason Baptista Quartet that features upcoming musicians from York University and Humber College who specialize in performing compositions from the bebop and post bop era as well as songs from the Great American Songbook \nEric Parra on Sax \nThales Hunter on Guitar \nFabio Kutnowski on Upright Bass
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/the-jason-baptista-quartet-bebop-straight-ahead-jazz/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T204500
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
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SUMMARY:KB & Vox with Kevin Barret 🎸 & Jocelyn Barth 🎙️
DESCRIPTION:KB & Vox with Kevin Barrett 🎸 & Jocelyn Barth 🎙️ \nKevin Barrett has brought back his Guitar and Vocal series\, this summer it is monthly\, 2nd Tuesday of the month and good weather means we will be playing to the patio. \n 
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/kb-vox-with-kevin-barret-%f0%9f%8e%b8-jocelyn-barth-%f0%9f%8e%99%ef%b8%8f/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T204500
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
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SUMMARY:Tania Gill and Andrea Scala\, improvised music / free jazz / electronic
DESCRIPTION:Tania Gill and Andrea Scala\, improvised music / free jazz / electronic \nTANIA GILL : Toronto-based pianist and composer Tania Gill has spent over twenty years cultivating a singular but polymorphous musical approach. She has developed a distinctive improvisational language in jazz and improvised music\, and has played in ensembles such as the Brodie West Quintet\, Rebecca Hennessy’s FOG\, See Through Trio\, and the Titillators. She has also performed and recorded alongside Anthony Braxton\, Kenny Wheeler\, Joe Morris\, Jean Derome\, and Nick Fraser. Her own group\, the Tania Gill Quartet\, comprises leading Canadian musicians Lina Allemano (trumpet)\, Rob Clutton (bass)\, and Nico Dann (drums). Their acclaimed disc Bolger Station (2010\, Barnyard Records)\, was nominated for best debut album in the Village Voice jazz critics’ poll and was included among the Globe and Mail’s top ten albums of the year. The follow-up\, Disappearing Curiosities\, launches in March 2022. \nGill’s unconventional versatility keeps her engaged in an eclectic array of styles. She was a member of Deep Dark United and the Flying Bulgar Klezmer Band\, and is a regular collaborator to vocalist Fides Krucker\, and singer-songwriter Kyp Harness. She has also shared the stage with Steve Reich\, Chris Whitely\, Man Forever\, Gord Downie\, Mary Margaret O’Hara\, the Weather Station\, Hector del Curto\, Margaret Atwood\, and Charles Spearin’s Happiness Project. \nShe is also supportive and dedicated educator and currently teaches at Humber College and University of Toronto\, in addition to her roster of private students. \nANDREA SCALA : Born in Italy\, and now based in Toronto\, Andrea Scala is a drummer and composer who has toured and recorded with established musicians in the field of rock\, jazz\, alternative and improvised music. His collaborations include David Binney\, Shahzad Ismaily\, Jozef Dumoulin\, Roberto Tarenzi and many others.” \nTania Gill – piano/synthesizer \nAndrea Scala – drums/electronics
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/tania-gill-and-andrea-scala-improvised-music-free-jazz-electronic/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T211500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T233000
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
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SUMMARY:The Daniel Easty Quartet w: Allison Au\, Jack Johnston & Lee Wallace
DESCRIPTION:The Daniel Easty Quartet w: Monthly Guest Musicians \nDaniel Easty – Sax \nLee Wallace – Drums \nAllison Au – Sax \nJack Johnston – Bass \nOne of Toronto’s top jazz stars\, Daniel Easty has been a mainstay on the scene for 15 years. A professional musician since childhood\, he started first as a classical musician and then transitioned into jazz\, with a strong interest in hip-hop developing later. \nIn a wide array of settings he has been featured with many of Canada’s top artists\, after being heavily awarded winning many awards and scholarships towards his education and career. An accomplished composer\, he has produced many works spanning an array of different musical styles. Daniel can be heard around town at Toronto’s top jazz venues and clubs. These days his regular gigs are at the Emmet Ray\, and The Houndstooth\, Drom Taberna\, and the Jazz Bistro.
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/the-daniel-easty-quartet-w-ben-bishop-chris-banks-morgan-childs/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260416T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260416T204500
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
CREATED:20260411T033410Z
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SUMMARY:Ladyfinger with Diane Roblin\, keys; Kayla Milmine soprano sax;  with special guests Jonathan Kay and more
DESCRIPTION:Ladyfinger with Diane Roblin\,keys; Kayla Milmine soprano sax; with special guests Jonathan Kay and more \nLadyfinger with Diane Roblin (piano\, keyboards) and Kayla Milmine (soprano sax) is an ensemble of two distinguished players within Toronto’s creative music scene. They are composers of original music and interpreters of compositions by jazz greats like McCoy Tyner and Carla Bley. Jazz music is all about improvisation and interpretation\, and it’s clear that Ladyfinger is a group that takes this approach to heart. By creating their own original compositions and interpreting the works of established jazz composers\, they are able to showcase their own unique musical voice while also paying tribute to the artists who have inspired them. Both playful and expressive they explore their original compositions through whimsical dialogues and progressive improvisation. … Diane Roblin is a composer\, pianist/keyboardist\, improviser and band leader. A student of world\, electronic and jazz music\, she participated in NYC’s Karl Berger/Ornette Coleman’s workshop as well as in the Dutch Improv Academy with Hans Bennick. From rockin’ Rough Trade to avant- garde musician Charles Gayle\, her performance experience has been eclectic. Her acclaimed Life Force band performs her original jazz-funk compositions at renown venues. As a global improviser\, Diane is also a member of Sarah Weaver’s NowNetArts international telematic ensemble. She has performed throughout Europe\, Mexico\, UK\, and North America. Diane is a member of the Association of Canadian Women Composers. \nwww.dianeroblin.com. Kayla Milmine loves the new and under-explored sonic possibilities that only the soprano saxophone can offer. Her unique approach has the edginess and brashness of Anthony Braxton and Roscoe Mitchell yet also a warmth and thoughtfulness reminiscent of Steve Lacy. In 2019\, Milmine released a solo album called ‘Straight Horn Magick’; a mixture of field recordings and solo soprano saxophone improvisations\, followed by another solo album she released in 2022 called ‘Moods of Yellow’. She plays regularly in trio form with vocalist/dancer Susanna Hood\, and pianist Tania Gill\, and in duo form with pianist Diane Roblin in their project called ‘Ladyfinger’. In February 2019\, she was invited to record with celebrated bassist\, William Parker in a chamber-improv sextet in NY\, where she often travels to study with mentor/collaborator\, Sam Newsome. She is co-founder \nof the Women From Space Festival in Toronto. \nhttps://sonomadicrecords.bandcamp.com/album/ladyfinger-live-2 \n  \nDiane Roblin – piano\, keys: \nKayla Milmine – soprano sax; \nand guest Jonathan Kay- reeds
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/ladyfinger-with-diane-roblin-keys-kayla-milmine-soprano-sax-with-special-guests-jonathan-kay-and-more/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260416T211500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260416T233000
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
CREATED:20260410T211657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T211915Z
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SUMMARY:Handcrafted Music\, Free improvised music\, with Yoshi Maclear Wall
DESCRIPTION:Handcrafted Music\, Free improvised music with Yoshi Maclear Wall \nExperience the power of spontaneous composition! Originals\, reinterpreted music by the likes of Braxton and Oliveros\, extended improvised pieces. \nMartin van de Ven (clarinet)\, \nArie Verheul van de Ven (viola)\, \nChris Pruden (piano)\, \nYoshi Maclear Wall (bass)\, \nRobert Diack (drums)
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/handcrafted-music-free-improvised-music-with-yoshi-maclear-wall/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260417T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260417T210000
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
CREATED:20260301T014316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T014316Z
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SUMMARY:The Townsfolk\, A strong blend of post-bop\, avant-jazz\, & ‘the modern trio’
DESCRIPTION:The Townsfolk\, A strong blend of post-bop\, avant-jazz\, & ‘the modern trio’ \nAs a way of exhibiting the vast community of musicians in Toronto\, The Townsfolk was created. Drummer\, composer\, and Band Leader Aaron Blewett curates musicians who have their own unique approaches to music & art to perform originals & pieces from the various canons of the city’s culture. Each performance of The Townsfolk features a different iteration\, with this particular iteration being that of the indomitable Patrick Smith on Sax\, & the expressive Christopher Parnis on Upright bass. \nPatrick Smith – Tenor & Soprano sax \nChristopher Parnis – Upright bass \nAaron Blewett – Drums
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/the-townsfolk-a-strong-blend-of-post-bop-avant-jazz-the-modern-trio/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260419T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260419T193000
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
CREATED:20260324T133056Z
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SUMMARY:Elite Travelers\, Surf-Jazz + Exotica with Chris Cawthray
DESCRIPTION:Elite Travelers\, Surf-Jazz + Exotica with Chris Cawthray \nElite Travelers is the latest configuration of Rob Price and Chris Cawthray’s ongoing musical collaboration. 2026 will mark the 20th year since their first gig (a trio show with saxophonist Mariano Gil at the legendary Brooklyn dive bar\, Freddy’s)\, and the beginning of two decades of touring and recording in various ensembles in the USA and Canada. While the band names and band members have been varied\, the core of their collaboration remains the pairing of Price’s surf-influenced guitar playing and the rootsy\, freewheeling drumming of Cawthray. Based in Toronto\, Chris Cawthray first discovered Rob Price via his 2004 release “”At Sunset””. Replying to an address in the CD’s liner notes\, Chris sent Rob a copy of his 2005 EP “”The Fruits of Our Limitations””; a mutual appreciation soon developed and the idea was hatched to begin travelling between Toronto and New York to perform each other’s compositions which has prospered ever since. \n2026 will see the release of the Elite Travelers 6-song EP on vinyl and streaming\, and features the talents of Jay Nugent (of the legendary NYC ska band The Slackers)\, recorded at the end of 2024 at Conveyor Studio in Brooklyn\, NY. For more info on Rob Price and Chris Cawthray visit www.chriscawthray.com and www.gutbrain.com \nChris Cawthray: drums\, \nMichael Kaler: bass\, \nRob Price: guitar
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/elite-travelers-surf-jazz-exotica-with-chris-cawthray/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260420T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260420T204500
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
CREATED:20260307T035859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T035859Z
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SUMMARY:Dennis Kwok Quartet\, Coltrane Songbook
DESCRIPTION:Dennis Kwok Quartet\, Coltrane Songbook \nDennis Kwok is a Toronto-based multi-instrumentalist\, composer\, and arranger. Although most often based in the musical theatre world\, Dennis Kwok returns to the Emmet Ray with a new project focusing on the recorded and composed repertoire of John Coltrane. \nDennis Kwok – saxophone \nJen Lo – piano \nDevin Patten – bass \nAndrew McCarthy – drums
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/dennis-kwok-quartet-coltrane-songbook/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T204500
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
CREATED:20260404T200039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T200039Z
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SUMMARY:We Live(d) Together\, Jazz with Max Guitton
DESCRIPTION:We Live(d) Together\, Jazz with Max Guitton \n4 roommates reunite for a magical night of inebriant and live music. Come for an exuberant time where you can listen to these fine musicians play to their hearts content. The Emmet Ray offers a wide selection of whiskey and other spirits for your consumption. \nDom Wade – Voice \nMax Guitton – Piano \nAlex McPherson – Bass \nDaniel Villarraga – Drums
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/we-lived-together-jazz-with-max-guitton/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260423T211500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260423T233000
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
CREATED:20260410T213607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T213607Z
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SUMMARY:Seycara Jazz Night - Hosted by Stone He\, Jazz
DESCRIPTION:Seycara Jazz Night – Hosted by Stone He\, Jazz \nThis night is a tribute show to a YouTube musician/composer “Seycara” who creates emotional orchestral pieces\, along with vocal tracks heavily inspired by the jazz/bossa genres and the music from Studio Ghibili films. They have inspired fans from across the globe and have their pieces in documentaries\, video games\, and in orchestra halls. \nThis night\, hosted by Stone\, will give a jazz twist at the Emmet Ray. Stone is a bassist and has participated in the Side-by-Side program for young musicians\, hosted by Confluence Concerts\, in 2024. In addition\, he is also an arranger and personnel manager for the newly formed Toronto Pops Orchestra. \nStone He -Bass \nKun Huang – Alto Sax \nHarrison Argatoff – Tenor Sax \nJay Yoo – Guitar \nDylan Matsuda – Drums
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/seycara-jazz-night-hosted-by-stone-he-jazz/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260424T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260424T210000
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
CREATED:20260226T063918Z
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SUMMARY:Oscar Evans Group\, All original contemporary jazz compositions\, jazz quintet
DESCRIPTION:Oscar Evans Group\, All original contemporary jazz compositions\, jazz quintet \nBios \nOscar Evans is a Canadian jazz composer and multi-instrumentalist from Kingston\, Ontario specializing in upright bass and trumpet. Blinded in his adolescence\, Oscar has gravitated toward learning multiple instruments as a medium for understanding music theory and musicianship. \nOscar studied Jazz Trumpet at Humber College from 2017-2020 and looks forward to coming back to Toronto with his ensemble of incredibly talented jazz musicians: Paul Morrison on piano\, Nicholas Adema on trombone\, Bobby Hsu on saxophone\, Andy Love on drums. Oscar Evans will play double bass. In recent years\, Oscar has spent his time focusing on his bass playing and composition. \nOscar consistently pushes his own boundaries to create interesting new music. In 2026 he will release two full-length records: one consisting of free jazz\, and the other of original compositions. His latest song Nice Buddies (Live) is an original composition and an example of the very talented musicians Oscar has chosen to work with for this record. \nYou can find all of his new releases on Bandcamp. Follow him on Instagram @oscarmayfieldevans for information about upcoming live performances. \nDon’t miss this chance to hear two sets of new\, all original jazz compositions from Oscar and his ensemble. \nOscar Evans double bass \nNicholas Adema trombone \nEmmett Hodgins piano \nTBA saxophone \nAndy Love drums
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/oscar-evans-group-oscar-evans-double-bass-and-composition/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T200000
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
CREATED:20260324T132431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T132431Z
UID:331414-1777138200-1777147200@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:TWK with Owen Carroll\, Jazz Standards & RnB
DESCRIPTION:TWK plays Jazz Standards\, custom arrangements\, and RnB. \nTWK is a band who met at York and played a hand full of standards with refreshing arrangements. This show will be full of swing tunes\, sweet ballads\, and alternative Jazz \nOwen Carroll Piano\, \nElan McMurray Vocal\, \nMason Wallington Guitar\, \nMax Lee Drums\, \nEvita Lalonde Bass
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/twk-with-owen-carroll-jazz-standards-rnb/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T230000
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
CREATED:20260202T203646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T203646Z
UID:330947-1777149000-1777158000@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:Clean Breaks\, Groove\, Funk\, Rock April
DESCRIPTION:Prepare to move. \nToronto-based clean|breaks fuses tight grooves\, infectious funk\, and rock-fueled energy into a vibrant instrumental sound. Guitarist Neil Hendry\, drummer Tim Shia\, and bassist Jordan Safer bring decades of stage experience from prestigious venues and festivals across Canada and beyond—with their recordings featured on radio airwaves around the world. Drawing on the locked-in legacy of The Meters\, the urgency of The Fearless Flyers/Vulfpeck\, and classic influences like Al Green\, expect dance-inducing vibes all night long. \nTight grooves. Sharp breaks. Instrumental funk-rock. \nEach month\, the band will be joined by a special guest vocalist in their second set. \nWith Special guest powerhouse soul-rock vocalist \nNeil Hendry\, Guitar \nTim Shia\, Drums \nJordan Safer\, Bass
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/clean-breaks-groove-funk-rock-april/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260426T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260426T193000
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
CREATED:20260307T192343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T192358Z
UID:331318-1777222800-1777231800@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:Beautiful Music Forever Sextet\, Hardbop\, and swing arranged for sextet.
DESCRIPTION:Beautiful Music Forever Sextet\, Hardbop and swing arranged for sextet. \nThis is band that loves arrangements\, we’re all members of the jazzFM youth big band. All the arrangements you’ll hear in this set have been made for or adapted for this show. \nJack Marshall (tbn)\, Pearson Keogh (asx)\, Cooper Elliott (tsx)\, Ethan Hu (ds)\, Lyle Fleras (pno)\, Tomoki Belrose (db)
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/beautiful-music-forever-sextet-hardbop-and-swing-arranged-for-sextet/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260426T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260426T223000
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
CREATED:20260324T114642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T114655Z
UID:331374-1777233600-1777242600@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:Brad Tollman: guitar and vocals\, Singer-songwriter.
DESCRIPTION:Brad Tollman\, Singer-songwriter. \nBrad Tollman is a singer and songwriter from Toronto. The music he has written over the past 5 years is playful\, romantic\, and coy. He has taken great inspiration from The Ronettes\, The Beach Boys\, and many other 60’s California bands. His newer material is more pointed and politically minded\, since numerous wars and inequalities have been on graphic display. \nHe balances these two sides of himself—the playful and the political—with grace and with character. Both take a level of vulnerability to display\, and he invites his audience to drop their guard along with Brad. \nBrad Tollman—guitar and voice
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/brad-tollman-guitar-and-vocals-singer-songwriter/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260428T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260428T204500
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
CREATED:20260115T163646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T043957Z
UID:330782-1777401000-1777409100@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:Ready for Success with Tony Quarrington\, Eclectic swinging standard-like originals
DESCRIPTION:Ready for Success with Tony Quarrington\, Eclectic swinging standard-like originals \nThis new band of veteran players got together to do what ended up being a year-long residency at Toronto’s Imperial Pub\, recently closed after 81 years. To the band’s already large repertoire of jazz standards ( and not so standards) Tony Quarrington and Zoey Adams brought a whole bunch of original songs from their 8 previous recordings. These take in a lot of genres\, from sassy swing to moody ballads to sensuous Latin\, and are sometimes sung in Spanish or French. \nTony Quarrington guitar\, vocals \nZoey Adams. vocals \nBruce Tatemichi piano\, sax\, flute \nChester Manoharan\, electric bass \nPierre LeGendre\, drums \n  \n  \nREADY FOR SUCCESS is a new band of veteran musicians who have recently completed a year-long Friday residency at the renowned Imperial Pub (now defunct). They are a five-member jazz band who perform some standards\, but mainly focus on original instrumental tunes and songs by members Tony Quarrington (guitar/vocals) and Zoey Adams (vocals). These two have released seven albums of their compositions\, and in 2025 they joined forces with the trio of Bruce Tatemichi (piano/sax/flute)\, Chester Manoharan(bass)\, and Pierre LeGendre (drums). Besides their long residency\, they have performed at the Tranzac\, My House in the Junction\, and Momiji. As yet unreleased is a live recording made at the Imperial in its last weeks.
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/ready-for-success-with-tony-quarrington-jazz-standards-originals/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260428T211500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260428T233000
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
CREATED:20260302T055317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T055317Z
UID:331224-1777410900-1777419000@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:Black Ox\, Groove\, Blues & Soul\, April
DESCRIPTION:Black Ox\, Groove\, Blues & Soul \nGreat music by five unlikely souls\, playing the hell out of Groove \, Blues & Soul like a “”Bull in a China Shop””. \nCameron Guest – Lead Vox & Guitar \nWendy Irvine – Guest Vox \nRoss Ogden – Keys\, Sax & Vox \nDavid Bartlet – Bass & Vox \nMinas Hatzigiannatzoglou – Drums
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/black-ox-groove-blues-soul-april/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260430T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260430T204500
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
CREATED:20260324T131922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T132045Z
UID:331411-1777573800-1777581900@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:Presty Quartet\, Heart warming jazz standards and timeless popular music.
DESCRIPTION:Presty Quartet\, Heart warming jazz standards and timeless popular music. \nA mixed bag of Toronto Artists and raw talent\, these musicians first came together playing and dancing to ska music at Grossman’s Tavern with Sound One. What began as a monthly ska night evolved into a dynamic collaboration that spans genres\, treating audiences across Toronto to their soft melodies and heartwarming jazz standards. \nNatalie Presty – vocals \nJamie Glennie – upright bass \nCameron Stewart – guitar \nSpencer Duncan-Dorton – keys \nZacharie Weingarten – guest vocals
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/presty-quartet-heart-warming-jazz-standards-and-timeless-popular-music/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260430T211500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260430T233000
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
CREATED:20260404T200309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T200326Z
UID:331473-1777583700-1777591800@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:Sweet Osmanthus\, Funky tunes to vibe to
DESCRIPTION:Sweet Osmanthus\, Funky tunes to vibe to \nSweet Osmanthus is a newest funk project in Toronto that plays with nostalgic melodies with a new feel. Bandleader and trombonist\, Celine Tchang focuses on arranging adapting the songs in a fresh way that feels fresh. Catch Daniela Torres on alto saxophone\, Priyaa Chuneelall on guitar\, Liz Anthonisen on keys\, Alex McPherson on electric bass\, and Manuel Alvarado on drums. \nTrombone: Celine Tchang \nAlto Sax: Daniela Torres \nGuitar: Priyaa Chuneelall \nKeys: Liz Anthonisen \nEl. Bass: Alex McPherson \nDrums: Manuel Alvarado \n 
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/sweet-osmanthus-funky-tunes-to-vibe-to/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260509T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260509T200000
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
CREATED:20260324T120919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T120919Z
UID:331387-1778347800-1778356800@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:Blue Sky Quartet\, Progressive Jazz
DESCRIPTION:Blue Sky Quartet\, Progressive Jazz \nThe Blue Sky Quartet has been a vibrant presence on Toronto’s creative music scene for the past four years\, presenting fresh and original jazz rooted in improvisation and informed by a wide range of global musical traditions. \nThe ensemble features Mike Freedman on guitar\, Darius Nargolwalla on acoustic and electric bass\, Paul Fitterer on drums\, objects\, and microphone\, and—most recently—Brendan Cassidy on tenor and soprano saxophone and bass clarinet. \nThe group is delighted to return to \nThe Emmet Ray on College Street West for another evening of inspired and exploratory music. \nJoin us for a night of original compositions and creative improvisation. \nHappy Spring! \nMike Freedman: guitar\, \nDarius Nargolwalla acoustic\, and electric bass\, \nBrendan Cassidy: tenor\, and soprano saxophone\, bass clarinet\, \nPaul Fitterer: drums\, and objects\, and microphone
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/blue-sky-quartet-progressive-jazz/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260512T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260512T204500
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
CREATED:20260410T205802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T205802Z
UID:331491-1778610600-1778618700@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:KB & Vox with Kevin Barrett 🎸 & John Alcorn 🎙️
DESCRIPTION:KB & Vox with Kevin Barrett 🎸 & John Alcorn 🎙️ \nKevin Barrett has brought back his Guitar and Vocal series\, this summer it is monthly\, 2nd Tuesday of the month and good weather means we will be playing to the patio.
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/kb-vox-with-kevin-barrett-%f0%9f%8e%b8-john-alcorn-%f0%9f%8e%99%ef%b8%8f/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260514T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260514T204500
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
CREATED:20260404T182335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T182335Z
UID:331460-1778783400-1778791500@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:Michael Spiroff\, ragtime\, blues\, cabaret songs
DESCRIPTION:Michael Spiroff\, ragtime\, blues\, cabaret songs \nMichael Spiroff is a composer\, pianist\, and singer whose work draws from blues\, classical\, jazz\, and theatre traditions. This cabaret-style show presents classic ragtimes\, showtunes\, original compositions\, and more\, with the intimacy and storytelling of vintage theatrical tradition. \nMichael Spiroff – piano/vocals
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/michael-spiroff-ragtime-blues-cabaret-songs-2/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260516T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260516T230000
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
CREATED:20260305T043317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T043317Z
UID:331236-1778963400-1778972400@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:Savage-Griffith Quintet\, Swinging Jazz
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 16 May\, Seating 8:30pm\, Show 9pm to 11pm. \nBand name or leader: Savage-Griffith Quintet \nMusic style of influence: Swinging Jazz \nBand members: James Griffith\, Selena Savage (chord played TBD)\, Kieran Menard\, Alex S \ncrignoli
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/savage-griffith-quintet-swinging-jazz/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260522T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260522T210000
DTSTAMP:20260411T015927
CREATED:20251208T183942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T184008Z
UID:330511-1779474600-1779483600@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:Maude Fortier Quartet\, Tradition Jazz in a Contemporary Voice
DESCRIPTION:Maude Fortier Quartet\, Tradition Jazz in a Contemporary Voice \nMaude’s musical style weaves the depth of the jazz tradition with a fresh contemporary voice\, balancing expressive lyricism and modern rhythmic energy. \nThe Maude Fortier Quartet is a young voice in Montreal dedicated the preservation and promotion of jazz tradition. A conglomerate of like-minded individuals\, the ensemble has begun making strides across its local scene; performing a mix of original music\, as well as faithful renditions of compositions from jazz’s most notable figures. For this event\, Maude is featuring music from her debut album as a composer. She is joined by Juno on bass\, August McKinney on piano and Julian Ferrer on drums. \nAugust McKinney (piano)\, \nJuno Hamilton (bass)\, \nJulian Ferrer (drums)\, \nMaude Fortier (saxophone)
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/maude-fortier-quartet-tradition-jazz-in-a-contemporary-voice/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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