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SUMMARY:Harry Vetro and Friends\, Straight Ahead Jazz
DESCRIPTION:Harry Vetro and Friends\, Straight Ahead Jazz \nHarry Vetro and Friends is a recurring monthly jazz series led by drummer and composer Harry Vetro. The project brings together some of the top young jazz musicians in the city for an evening of collaborative improvisation and creative musical conversation. Vetro is known for his work as a bandleader\, composer\, and performer in the Canadian jazz scene\, and he has collaborated with respected artists across the country. \nHarrison Argatoff – Sax \nDevin Patten – Bass \nHarry Vetro – Drums
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/harry-vetro-and-friends-straight-ahead-jazz-2/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261002T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261002T210000
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T145811Z
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SUMMARY:Dylan Pilcher Group\, Jazz\, Folk\, Creative
DESCRIPTION:Dylan Pilcher Group\, Jazz\, Folk\, Creative \nA group focused on original music\, the Dylan Pilcher quintet draws from various stylistic idioms\, creating a unique but inspired sound focused around authenticity\, efficacy and virtuosity in an improvised\, narrative setting. Made up of vocalist Esra Gurçay\, bassist Georgia Korba\, drummer Will Bentley\, pianist Zane Shihadeh and Dylan on trumpet\, the group finds their way through straight ahead textures\, ECM-esque soundscapes and personal inflection; using the compositions as larger narrative structures to weave their way through it all. \nEsra Gurcay – Vox \nWill Bentley – Drums \nIan Mergelas – Guitar \nDylan Pilcher Tpt \nGerogia Korba Bass
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/dylan-pilcher-group-jazz-folk-creative/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261001T211500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261001T233000
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
CREATED:20260926T232224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T030449Z
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SUMMARY:Simon Dawes Quartet\, Jazz Quartet Playing Standards
DESCRIPTION:Simon Dawes Quartet\, Jazz Quartet Playing Standards \nSimon Dawes is a professional guitarist\, studying for his BMU at the university of Toronto. Has been working as a guitarist for a number of years\, playing Toronto staple venues like the Rex and Horseshoe Tavern\, and festivals like the Niagara jazz fest and the Toronto Undergraduate Jazz Festival. He brings a quartet of Toronto’s best young jazz musicians for a night of spontaneous composition\, over beloved American songbook repertoire. \nSimon Dawes – Guitar \nAiden Davies – Bass \nMataus Gretzinger – Alto Saxophone \nDrums – Alex Sgrignoli
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/simon-dawes-group-straight-ahead-jazz-showcasing-the-citys-talent/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261001T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261001T204500
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
CREATED:20260926T225237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T190658Z
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SUMMARY:Jordan Middleton Quintet\, Swing Jazz
DESCRIPTION:Jordan Middleton Quintet\, Swing Jazz \nThe Jordan Middleton Quintet is a band led by saxophonist Jordan Middleton showcasing his original compositions as well as jazz standards. \nJordan Middleton – sax \nMiles Kobayashi – tpt \nGraham Coster – dums \nJB Ombing – guitar \nFiona Varty – bass
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/jordan-middleton-group-swing-jazz-originals/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260930T211500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260930T233000
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
CREATED:20260912T194050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T143651Z
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SUMMARY:The Mighty Tusk Band\, pop\, jazz\, original song\, and good cheer.
DESCRIPTION:The Mighty Tusk Band\, pop\, jazz\, original song\, and good cheer. \nHaving played in so many different incarnations together over the years\, the members of the mighty tusk band ermerged organically from a shared appreciation of elephants and good song. Arrive after whatever day you’ve had and leave with a smile. That is likely how things will go. \n  \nChloe Watkinson\, vocals and bass\, \nMip\, vocals and guitar\, \nEmma Hewson\, vocals and piano\, \nNeil Hendry\, guitar.
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/the-mighty-tusk-band-pop-jazz-original-song-and-good-cheer/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260930T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260930T204500
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
CREATED:20260925T145512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T145612Z
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SUMMARY:The Adam Dilouya Quintet\, Jazz ballads and swing
DESCRIPTION:The Adam Dilouya Quintet\, Jazz ballads and swing \nAdam Dilouya is a vocalist and pianist based in Toronto\, Ontario. Following the release of his album “Afterimage” in 2023\, he discovered a passion for jazz music and improvisation. Heavily inspired by the likes of Chet Baker\, Frank Sinatra\, and Bill Evans\, Adam is known for his heartfelt renditions of ballads and swing tunes from the Great American Songbook. \nAdam moved to downtown Toronto in 2024 and has become an active performer in the city’s vibrant jazz scene. He also recorded his first jazz album\, “Newly Blue”\, which will be released in Fall 2026. \nAdam Dilouya\, vocals/keys \nDylan Pilcher\, trumpet \nSimon Dawes\, guitar \nAiden Davies\, bass \nElnoe Budiman\, drums
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/the-adam-dilouya-quintet-jazz-ballads-and-swing/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260929T211500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260929T233000
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
CREATED:20260828T232957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T194659Z
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SUMMARY:drop\, Aphex Twin meets Brooklyn Jazz
DESCRIPTION:drop\, Aphex Twin meets Brooklyn Jazz \ndrop is the newest project from Toronto guitarist Dan Pitt which combines his interest in electronic and synth-based music with his influences of jazz and post-rock. This experimental quartet blends acoustic and electric instruments to give a wide palette of sounds that blend together to create an atmospheric listening experience. \nJen Lo – Synthesizers\, \nStefan Hegerat – Drums and Synth Pad\, \nMax Forster – Trumpet and Effects\, \nDan Pitt – Electric Guitar and Effects
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/drop-modern-jazz-electronic-with-dan-pitt-jen-lo-max-forster-stefan-hegerat/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260929T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260929T204500
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
CREATED:20260918T032929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260920T043010Z
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SUMMARY:The Joseph Lee Quartet\, Straight-Ahead/Fusion Jazz
DESCRIPTION:The Joseph Lee Quartet\, Straight-Ahead/Fusion Jazz \nEnergetic band playing many great standards and originals. \nJoseph Lee – Guitar \nLucas White – Piano \nJordan Pelunsky – Bass \nJacob Lee – Drums
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/the-joseph-lee-quartet-straight-ahead-jazz/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260928T211500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260928T233000
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
CREATED:20260912T192626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T192641Z
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SUMMARY:ARENA\, battle jazz\, with Dennis Kwok
DESCRIPTION:ARENA\, battle jazz\, with Dennis Kwok \nWhile watching bassist\, Robert Lee\, devour an entire lobster bare-handed on a salty-aired Halifax harbour patio\, Julien Bradley-Combs\, and Dennis Kwok\, decided it’s time to start a new project. Joined by Jackson Haynes (who has his own share of seaworthy experiences)\, ARENA is jazz you could fight to\, or jazz you could make out to. It is unapologetic\, audacious and highly dangerous. \n  \nDennis Kwok – Sax\, \nJulien Bradley-Combs – Guitar\, \nRobert Lee – bass\, \nJackson Haynes – drums
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/arena-battle-jazz-with-dennis-kwok/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260928T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260928T204500
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
CREATED:20260828T181000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T193142Z
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SUMMARY:JP Dela Cruz Trio\, Bebop\, Straight Ahead\, Standards
DESCRIPTION:JP Dela Cruz Trio\, Bebop\, Straight Ahead\, Standards \nPerforming music from the likes of Charlie Parker\, Thelonious Monk\, Tadd Dameron and some nice standards\, this guitar trio will be relaxing yet still exciting! The extraordinary musicians accompanying me will be Chris Rice on the Bass as well as Jacob Lee on the drums. Come on down and spend the evening this won’t be a night to forget! \n  \nJP Dela Cruz – Gtr\, \nChris Rice – Bass\, \nJacob Lee – Drums
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/jp-dela-cruz-trio-straight-ahead-bebop-swing/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260927T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260927T223000
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
CREATED:20260814T032742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T194321Z
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SUMMARY:Joel Sheridan Quintet\, Vintage Jazz\, Swing\, and Classic Pop.
DESCRIPTION:Joel Sheridan Quintet\, Vintage Jazz\, Swing\, and Classic Pop. \nAn award-winning actor and singer\, Joel Sheridan began his musical career in Musical Theatre before making the transition to singing Jazz. \nJoel’s CD ‘Spellbound’ includes 3 self-penned originals\, and has received critical praise and radio play in Canada\, the US\, and Europe. Sheridan has become a fixture in the local Jazz scene\, and is known for his distinctive\, expressive\, baritone voice\, his eclectic repertoire\, and his engaging\, charsmatic personality. He’s performed at Toronto’s top Jazz venues with many of Canada’s foremost Jazz musicians. His Emmet Ray debut ‘SINATRA – MY OWN WAY!’\, is a musical tribute to the legendary Frank Sinatra. \n  \nJoel Sheridan (vocals)\, \nRob Thaller (keys)\, \nTony Quarrington (guitar)\, \nGalen Weir (bass)\, \nMike Kawabe (drums).
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/joel-sheridan-jazz-swing-cabaret-urban-blues-and-classic-pop-vocalist/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260927T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260927T193000
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
CREATED:20260731T223142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260919T203506Z
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SUMMARY:Baraczka-Carson Quintet\, Straight Ahead/Vocal Jazz
DESCRIPTION:Baraczka-Carson Quintet\, Straight Ahead/Vocal Jazz \nMagda Baraczka and Steve Carson return to the Emmet Ray for an evening of straight ahead swinging jazz! \nMagda Baraczka is a young rising artist\, educator\, and arranger based in the Toronto jazz scene. Entering her final year of studies in the Faculty of Music at the University of Toronto\, she has flourished in her love of live performance. Coming from backgrounds of playing instrumental jazz and performing in live musical theatre\, she invited listeners into a multifaceted listening experience and performance. Taking inspiration from the wonderful Betty Carter\, Carmen Mcrae\, and Lorez Alexandria\, Magda sings traditional jazz standards with the aim of creating a fresh and unique sound. In addition to the Emmet Ray\, she has sung and led her bands at venues across the city\, such as the Jazz Bistro\, the Rex\, the Only Cafe\, and the Duke Live. \nYou can find Magda and her music on Instagram with her handle @music.magda. \nMagda Baraczka – Voice\, \nSteve Carson – Tenor Saxophone\, \nNathan Tran – Piano\, \nKieran Menard – Bass\, \nKeith Barstow – Drums.
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/magda-baraczka-quartet-traditional-jazz-vocals/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260926T233000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260927T020000
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
CREATED:20260801T044915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260919T160415Z
UID:332566-1790465400-1790474400@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:Late Night Jazz Jam\, Sponsor by GLB Great Lakes Brewery\, presented by JazzInToronto\, Host Thomas Mason (b-day)
DESCRIPTION:Late Night Jazz Jam\, Sponsor by GLB Great Lakes Brewery\, presented by JazzInToronto \nJazzInToronto Presents: \nLate Night Jazz Jam \nPWYC for listeners \n11pm doors\, Starts at 11:30pm
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/late-night-jazz-jam-sponsor-by-glb-great-lakes-brewery-presented-by-jazzintoronto-host-cole-matheson/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260926T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260926T230000
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
CREATED:20260718T122440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260919T162719Z
UID:332446-1790454600-1790463600@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:James Griffith Quartet\, Modern Swinging Jazz
DESCRIPTION:James Griffith Quartet\, Modern Swinging Jazz \nJames Griffith is an international-award winning Toronto-based jazz saxophonist\, bandleader and composer. Born and raised in Lloydminster\, Alberta\, Griffith aims to push the envelope of contemporary jazz while staying grounded within the swinging tradition of bebop and beyond. \nWinner of the 2024 International Saxophone Symposium Jazz Saxophone Competition\, Griffith has had the pleasure of working and performing with international jazz icons such as Joe Farnsworth\, Larnell Lewis\, Terri Lyne Carrington\, Dayna Stephens\, David Virelles\, The U.S. Navy Commodores Big Band\, Lucas Pino\, Jacob Chung\, Mike Downes and more. As a highly in-demand sideman\, Griffith has been a member of many notable groups including The Shuffle Demons\, the Marmalade/Listening Room Collective\, The Live Video Game Jazz Orchestra and most recently the Joe Farnsworth Quartet. Griffith is elated to be back at The Emmet Ray as a leader presenting a program of new original music with an all-star group composed of many of Canada’s most notable musicians. \nJames Griffith – Alto Saxophone \nJesse White – Guitar \nJulian Anderson-Bowes – Bass \nNorbert Botos – Drums
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/james-griffith-quartet-modern-swinging-jazz/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260926T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260926T200000
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
CREATED:20260918T035252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260919T151857Z
UID:332972-1790443800-1790452800@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:Nathan Wong & Friends\, Funky Jazz Fusion
DESCRIPTION:Wong & Friends\, Jazz Fusion \nSet of Jazz\, Jazz fusion and Funk tunes \nNathan wong – bass\, \nNamratha – vox\, \nCody Tiaga – keys\, \nJohn Valenciano – drums\, \nSumner Dang -aux perc
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/nathan-wong-friends-funky-jazz/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260925T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260925T235900
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
CREATED:20260828T030018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T030036Z
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SUMMARY:Asal Naimi Quartet\, Asal Naimi Quartet\, vocal jazz standards with touches of Persian poetry
DESCRIPTION:Asal Naimi Quartet\, vocal jazz standards with touches of Persian poetry \nPut the instrument in() \nThe Asal Naimi Quartet is a Toronto based jazz group featuring Asal Naimi (vocal)\, Ruby Roussain (piano)\, Fiona Varty (bass)\, and Yuzi Sun (drums). The quartet performs a selection of jazz standards\, exploring each piece through their own interpretation and improvisation. This set will also introduce a small glimpse into Asal’s Iranian background\, with a couple of pieces that bring Persian poetry into the harmonic and improvisational language of jazz standards. \nAsal Naimi – voice \nRuby Roussain – Piano \nFiona Varty – Bass \nYuzi Sun – Drums
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/asal-naimi-quartet-asal-naimi-quartet-vocal-jazz-standards-with-touches-of-persian-poetry/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260925T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260925T210000
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
CREATED:20260823T161852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260823T161905Z
UID:332794-1790361000-1790370000@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:Beautiful Music Forever Quintet\, Hard-bop post-bop jazz music
DESCRIPTION:Beautiful Music Forever Quintet\, Hard-bop post-bop jazz music \nThis group led by Jack Marshall is an attempt to play the most wonderful and beautiful music of the jazz idiom. With an all-star cast of players this show will not dissapoint \nAvshalom Ravitz-Heller\, alto saxophone; \nJack Marshall\, trombone; \nCody Copland\, Guitar; \nKieran Menard\, Double Bass; \nThadeus Garwood\, Drums.
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/beautiful-music-forever-quintet-hard-bop-post-bop-jazz-music/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.theemmetray.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/26-2-2-2-Jack-Marshall.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260924T211500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260924T233000
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
CREATED:20260919T202151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T171114Z
UID:332997-1790284500-1790292600@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:Thales Hunter Group\, jazz guitar\, vocal jazz
DESCRIPTION:Thales Hunter Group\, jazz guitar\, vocal jazz \nJazz guitarist Thales Hunter’s group will be joined by vocalist Teagan MacFarlane for a night of jazz standards and compositions. \nThales Hunter – Guitar\, \nTeagan MacFarlane – Vocals\, \nGabe Carter – Bass\, \nKieran Smith – Drums
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/thales-hunter-group-jazz-guitar-vocal-jazz/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260924T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260924T204500
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
CREATED:20260818T191006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T170904Z
UID:332763-1790274600-1790282700@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:Pat Josiah Felixson & Adam Dilouya\, Straight-Ahead & Vocal/Piano Jazz
DESCRIPTION:Pat Josiah Felixson & Adam Dilouya\, Straight-Ahead & Vocal/Piano Jazz \nJoin Patrick Felixson & Adam Dilouya for an intimate evening of popular and obscure standards from The Great American Songbook. \nPat Josiah Felixson – Vocals \nAdam Dilouya – Piano
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/patrick-felixson-dipo-adeola-straight-ahead-vocal-jazz-2/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260923T211500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260923T233000
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
CREATED:20250713T172358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260919T145436Z
UID:329113-1790198100-1790206200@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:Bryan Toner Quartet\, Jazz Standards
DESCRIPTION:Bryan Toner Quartet\, Jazz Standards \nThey will be playing familiar jazz standards with Bryan Toner leading the way on Drums. Often interacting with the listeners in a fun and entertaining manner. \nBryan Toner Quartet is often comprised by Toronto greats… \nBryan Toner\, Power\, Songwriter and a long time drummer six and a half decades. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/bryan-toner-quartet-jazz-vocals-with-bob-brough-chris-banks-special-guest/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260923T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260923T204500
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
CREATED:20260919T193211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T224510Z
UID:332994-1790188200-1790196300@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:Adam Dilouya Jazz Vocals
DESCRIPTION:Adam Dilouya Jazz Vocals \nWaiting for the band to Summit details…
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/adam-dilouya-jazz-vocals-2/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260923T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260923T204500
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
CREATED:20260919T153205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260920T001424Z
UID:332984-1790188200-1790196300@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:Matthew Tenedero Trio\, Straight Ahead Jazz
DESCRIPTION:Matthew Tenedero Trio\, Straight Ahead Jazz \nSwinging Cats playing old trad tunes in a Modern way \nMatt Tenedero\, guitar… \nAiden Davies Bass… \nElnoe Budiman Drums
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/matthew-tenedero-group-jazz-fusion-filipino-funk/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260922T211500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260922T233000
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
CREATED:20260919T150216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T043207Z
UID:332979-1790111700-1790119800@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:Karl Silveira Group\, Jazz Standards
DESCRIPTION:Karl Silveira Group\, Jazz Standards \nKarl Silveira is an award winning Jazz trombonist\, composer\, arranger and educator from Toronto\, Canada. He completed a Master of Music in Jazz Performance and Composition from the University of Toronto in 2019. He is a regular member Hilario Duran Jazz Orchestra frequent sub of the Rex Hotel Jazz Orchestra led by John Macleod and most recently shared the stage with Danilo Perez\, premiering his Pan-African Suite with John Patitucci and Brian Blade. In 2025\, Karl was awarded Artist of Year at the TU Jazz Festival in Toronto. \nAs a sideman\, Karl has shared the stage with many great Jazz musicians including Bob Mintzer\, Don Byron\, Clark Terry\, Ben Monder\, Ingrid Jensen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Jens Lindemann\, Paquito D’Rivera\, Bill Charlap\, Jackie Richardson\, Ira Coleman\, Neil Swainson\, Robi Botos\, Terry Clarke\, Pat LaBarbera\, Kevin Turcotte\, Lamy Istrefi\, and Brian Barlow. \nKarl is also a very active freelance trombonist and is involved with many musical projects including subbing into the orchestra for multiple Mirvish musicals including The Lion King\, The King and I\, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and also being a regular member with other musicals including Chris\, Mrs.\, Chicago\, and Beetlejuice. \nKarl is also busy as a bandleader\, putting together his own groups to play at all local Toronto Jazz clubs including the Rex Hotel\, The Jazz Bistro\, The Emmet Ray\, Mossop’s lounge\, Ethica Roasters and many others. He recently released his debut album “A Porta Aperta\,” in 2023 which has been praised by reviewers and received widespread radio play. The Karl Silveira Quintet is active on the festival circuit and is booked to perform at the Markham Jazz Festival and The Undergrad Jazz Festival in Toronto in 2025. \nKarl is proud to be a Yamaha Trombone Artist and is an active trombone instructor at St. Michael’s College School.
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/karl-silvera-group-jazz-standards/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260921T211500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260921T233000
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
CREATED:20260912T200659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T165754Z
UID:332933-1790025300-1790033400@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:Stone He's Trio\, Straight-ahead Jazz
DESCRIPTION:Stone He’s Trio\, Straight-ahead Jazz \nStone He presents a trio tonight playing mainly straight-ahead jazz. \nAbout Stone He: In 2024\, He participated in the first Side-by-Side program organized by Confluence Concerts in Toronto\, ON. In that program\, He collaborated with other musicians of different backgrounds and performing practices. \nCurrently\, He is a bassist\, arranger\, and personnel manager of the Toronto Pops Orchestra. In addition\, He had also recorded bass and keyboard with the fusion genres. \nStone He – Bass \nHarrison Argatoff – Tenor Sax \nHarley Card – Guitar
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/stone-hes-quartet-jazz/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260921T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260921T204500
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
CREATED:20260731T230959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T165516Z
UID:332555-1790015400-1790023500@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:Daeyong Lim Quartet\, Vocal Jazz
DESCRIPTION:Daeyong Lim Quartet\, Vocal Jazz \nAn evening of vocal jazz music featuring the finest selections from the Great American Songbook\, interpreted through a modern lens. \nDaeyong Lim – Voice \nYiki Wang – Guitar \nAiden Davies – Bass \nEthan Hu – Drums
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/daeyong-lim-trio-vocal-jazz-2/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260920T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260920T223000
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
CREATED:20260912T200413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T170021Z
UID:332931-1789934400-1789943400@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:The Moultet\, Jazz/Indie Rock/Afrobeat with Rory Lynch
DESCRIPTION:The Moultet\, Jazz/Indie Rock/Afrobeat with Rory Lynch \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 & afrobeat. His debut EP\, Moultet\, was released in 2023 and features his quartet of the same name 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. \nRory Lynch – Guitar \nJordan Manderioli – Keyboard \nHiro Tanaka – Bass \nAaron Blewett – Drums
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/rory-lynch-jazz-indie-rock/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260920T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260920T193000
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
CREATED:20260814T034232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T043045Z
UID:332706-1789923600-1789932600@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:Laura Marks\, Jazz and Latin
DESCRIPTION:Laura Marks\, Jazz and Latin \nJazz and Latin mid twentieth century sounds sung by an authentic child of the fifties. Some songs you may not have heard before\, a few standards and some very groovy old tunes that are new to us. \nLaura Marks; vocals\, \nBen Bishop; guitar\,
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/laura-marks-jazz-and-latin/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260919T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260919T230000
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
CREATED:20260202T204127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T163342Z
UID:330956-1789849800-1789858800@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:Clean Breaks\, Groove\, Funk\, Rock with vocalist Chloe Watkinson
DESCRIPTION:Prepare to move. \nSpecial guest powerhouse soul-rock vocalist Chloe Watkinson has performed on stages such as Roy Thomson Hall\, Massey Hall\, Dundas Square\, at festivals across Canada and in the US and Europe\, and has worked with artists such as Jill Barber and legendary producer George Massenburg \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-aug/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260919T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260919T200000
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
CREATED:20260728T134818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T134818Z
UID:332474-1789839000-1789848000@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:Strat Andriotis Trio\, Post Bop/ Modern Jazz
DESCRIPTION:Strat Andriotis Trio\, Post Bop/ Modern Jazz \n“Strat Andriotis new album entitled “”The Wolf Sleeps Alone”” is slated to be released \nSeptember 4th\, 2026. A trio setting with Alex Karcza on drums and Vince Di Francesco on \nbass. 9 original compositions that follow a progressive modern jazz sound like on the song \n“Bullets” with some traditional jazz highlights on the song “”Can’t Help Myself.”” Strat plays a \n1964 Gibson Johnny Smith. \nStrat Andriotis guitar \nAlex Karcza drums \nVince Di Francesco bass \nJazz Guitarist Strat Andriotis was originally born in Greece and raised in Canada. He started \ntaking classical piano lessons at 11 and turned to guitar at 14 years of age. At 17\, he was \nexposed to Jazz after listening to the Miles Davis album “In A Silent Way”. Strat has recorded many albums in his career\, including 8 as a leader. Collaborations include Grammy Award winning pianist Gonzalo Rubalcaba\, violinist Jerry Goodman (Mahavishnu Orchestra)\, bassist Tony Levin (King Crimson\, John Lennon). \n“One of the most impressive guitarists on the Canadian scene” – Frédéric Cardin Pan M 360 “
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/strat-andriotis-trio-post-bop-modern-jazz/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260918T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260918T235900
DTSTAMP:20261005T131148
CREATED:20260803T172456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T025456Z
UID:332622-1789767000-1789775940@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:KYLE\, Jazz Standards/Originals
DESCRIPTION:KYLE\, Jazz Standards/Originals \nWitness the return of KYLE! A supergroup of supertastic proportions bringing the swing and good times all around \nKarsten Stryker – guitar \nLuke Nickel – trombone \nYoshi Maclear Wall – bass \nEzra Schell – drums
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/kyle-jazz-standards-and-originals-with-yoshi-wall/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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