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SUMMARY:Isaak Bonk and The Roast Chicken Ramblers\, Blues/Jazz
DESCRIPTION:Isaak Bonk and The Roast Chicken Ramblers\, Blues/Jazz \nThe Roast Chicken Ramblers are a Toronto based vintage blues\, jazz and ragtime group. The roast chicken repertoire is largely based upon pre-war/swing era tunes. Whether it’s with Horns and drums\, or a simple string band\, the ramblers are sure to entertain. \nMichael Spiroff – piano\, \nIsaak Bonk – guitar/voice \nAnd plenty of rotating musical guests
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/isaak-bonk-and-the-roast-chicken-ramblers-blues-jazz/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260404T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260404T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000832
CREATED:20260213T055108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T055124Z
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SUMMARY:Andrew Schoettler Quartet\, Jazz Standards
DESCRIPTION:Andrew Schoettler Quartet\, Jazz Standards \nThe Andrew Schoettler Quartet plays a mix of jazz standards and loose arrangements\, with lots of space to stretch and listen. It swings\, it grooves\, and it doesn’t overthink things. Just four musicians making honest music together. \nArthur Jones – trumpet\, \nSimon Dawes – guitar\, \nAiden Davies – upright bass\, \nAndrew Schoettler – drums
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/andrew-schoettler-quartet-jazz-standards-2/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260404T230000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260405T030000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000832
CREATED:20250804T221828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T220408Z
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SUMMARY:Late Night Jazz Jam *FREE* for Jammers\, Sponsor by Woodhouse Brewery\, presented by JazzInToronto
DESCRIPTION:Late Night Jazz Jam *FREE* for Jammers\, Sponsor by Woodhouse 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-woodhouse-brewery-presented-by-jazzintoronto/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260405T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260405T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000832
CREATED:20260324T210927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T210927Z
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SUMMARY:BPM\, Bebop\, modal\, inter-play trio jazz\, with Thom Mason
DESCRIPTION:BPM\, Bebop\, modal\, inter-play trio jazz\, with Thom Mason \nThom Mason is a Toronto‑based jazz guitarist and University of Toronto graduate whose playing blends modern edge with deep tradition. He has performed with international jazz icons including Dave Liebman\, Hal Galper\, and Jerry Bergonzi\, and has studied with more Canadian jazz greats than he can name. He has played throughout Toronto and has headlined venues such as Jazz Bistro\, earning recognition for his improvisational fluency\, versatility\, and distinctive sound. \nThom Mason – Guitar \nChris Parnis – Bass \nAaron Blewett – Drums
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/bpm-bebop-modal-inter-play-trio-jazz-with-thom-mason/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260405T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260405T223000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000832
CREATED:20260325T220900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T220911Z
UID:331437-1775419200-1775428200@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:Selena Savage Trio\, swinging vocal jazz!
DESCRIPTION:Selena Savage Trio\, swinging vocal jazz! \nIntimate vocal jazz trio performing swinging standards and songbook tunes. \nSelena Savage – vocals and trombone \nJen Lo – piano \nSerena Mancuso – bass
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/selena-savage-trio-swinging-vocal-jazz/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260407T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260407T204500
DTSTAMP:20260404T000832
CREATED:20260324T121308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T121308Z
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SUMMARY:Hart House Jazz Combo\, Hard Bop\, Fusion\, Vocal Jazz
DESCRIPTION:Hart House Jazz Combo\, Hard Bop\, Fusion\, Vocal Jazz \nWe are a group of students from the University of Toronto that love playing jazz music. We are excited to play a variety of jazz styles ranging from hard bop\, fusion to classic vocal jazz tunes. \nNoga Altman – tenor sax and vocals \nMichael Cheng – alto sax \nKeith Atiyota – tenor sax \nNick Bradbury – bari sax \nAli Khan – trombone and vocals \nJesse Sol – piano \nRaabez Ahmad – guitar \nAmeer Najarali – guitar \nJoey Sun – bass \nDaniel Kuhn – drums \n 
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/hart-house-jazz-combo-hard-bop-fusion-vocal-jazz/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260407T211500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260407T233000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000832
CREATED:20260301T063508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T104318Z
UID:331204-1775596500-1775604600@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:The Joseph Lee Quartet\, Jazz Standards and Originals
DESCRIPTION:The Joseph Lee Quartet\, Jazz standards and originals. \nLocal Toronto talented\, and energetic jazz quartet playing many standards and originals. \nJoseph Lee – Guitar \nBryn Robin – Piano \nSam Griffin – Bass \nJack Stockill – Drums \nJoseph Lee \nGuitarist & Musician \nInstagram: @junleemusic
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/the-joseph-lee-quartet-jazz-standards/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260408T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260408T204500
DTSTAMP:20260404T000832
CREATED:20260324T113855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T113953Z
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SUMMARY:Lee Wallace trio\, Jazz piano trio
DESCRIPTION:Lee Wallace trio\, Jazz piano trio \nLee Wallace is an in demand pianist on the Toronto scene. He trained classically\, achieving an ARCT in both piano performance and pedagogy\, and also studied in New York with legendary jazz pianists Steve Ash\, Michael Weiss\, and Jeb Patton. He gigs regularly as a sideman\, and is now leading a trio\, as a vehicle for developing a personal take on standard repertoire\, featuring Keiran Menard on bass\, and Alex Sgrignoli on drums\, both accomplished rhythm section aces. \nLee Wallace – piano \nKeiran Menard – bass \nAlex Sgrignoli – drums
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/lee-wallace-trio-jazz-piano-trio/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260410T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260410T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000832
CREATED:20260210T203203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T020336Z
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SUMMARY:Sam Broverman & Peter Hill\, American Songbook and Jazz Original vocals 
DESCRIPTION:Sam Broverman & Peter Hill\, American Songbook and Jazz Original vocals \nSam Broverman is a Toronto based jazz singer and songwriter who performs in Toronto jazz venues regularly across Canada\, as well as Asia and the United States. He has released five jazz albums sine 2011\, the most recent being the album titled “”Memories of You””. That album\, released in 2024\, consists of original songs\, many of which were co-written with Tony Quarrington. Tony Quarrington is an in-demand guitarist\, accomplished songwriter\, and one of Toronto’s busiest musicians. Tony performs with many singer-songwriters and in multiple jazz ensembles while also keeping busy producing records. He has recorded 15 jazz albums. His musicianship\, intellect\, literacy and curiosity seemingly know no bounds. \n 
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/sam-broverman-peter-hill/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260411T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260411T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000832
CREATED:20260219T033907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T033919Z
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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:20260404T000832
CREATED:20260302T055651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T055651Z
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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:20260404T000832
CREATED:20260307T052425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T220503Z
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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:20260404T000832
CREATED:20260324T130551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T131531Z
UID:331403-1776013200-1776022200@www.theemmetray.com
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:20260404T000832
CREATED:20260329T143939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T143939Z
UID:331451-1776024000-1776033000@www.theemmetray.com
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260417T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260417T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000832
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260419T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260419T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000832
CREATED:20260324T133056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T133110Z
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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:20260404T000832
CREATED:20260307T035859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T035859Z
UID:331276-1776709800-1776717900@www.theemmetray.com
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260424T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260424T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000832
CREATED:20260226T063918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T060457Z
UID:331160-1777055400-1777064400@www.theemmetray.com
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 \nPaul Morrison piano \nBobby Hsu 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:20260404T000832
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000832
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.theemmetray.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/cleanbreaks_Emmet-Ray-Residency-2026.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260426T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260426T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000832
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.theemmetray.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/New-Project-3-Jack-Marshall.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260426T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260426T223000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000832
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:20260428T211500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260428T233000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000832
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.theemmetray.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20260428-Black-Ox-The-Emmet-Ray-Square-Ross-Ogden.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260430T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260430T204500
DTSTAMP:20260404T000832
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.theemmetray.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Instruments-Band-Instagram-Post-Natalie-Prest.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260509T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260509T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000832
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://www.theemmetray.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/BSG-Emmet-Ray-May-9-2026-pdf-Paul-Fitterer-1.pdf
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260516T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260516T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000832
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:20260404T000832
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.theemmetray.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Jazz-du-vendredi-soir-Maude-Fortier.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260529T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260529T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000832
CREATED:20260305T042916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T042916Z
UID:331232-1780079400-1780088400@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:Jerson Munoz Quintet Plays Mabern
DESCRIPTION:Band name or leader: Jerson Munoz Quintet \nMusic style of influence: Harold Mabern (plus Morgan & Mobley) \n  \n*I’ll probably name the gig Jerson Munoz Quintet Plays Mabern* \n  \nBand members: Jerson Munoz\, Walter Chan\, Patrick Albernaz\, Ryan Lei\, & Lavien Lee \n  \nJerson
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/jerson-munoz-quintet-plays-mabern/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260530T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260530T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000832
CREATED:20260202T203753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T203753Z
UID:330950-1780173000-1780182000@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:Clean Breaks\, Groove\, Funk\, Rock\, May
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-may/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.theemmetray.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/cleanbreaks_Emmet-Ray-Residency-2026-1.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260605T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260605T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000832
CREATED:20260324T122614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T122614Z
UID:331400-1780684200-1780693200@www.theemmetray.com
SUMMARY:The Elliot Freedman Group\, Jazz Avant Fusion
DESCRIPTION:The Elliot Freedman Group\, “””Very\, very good avant fusion”” Guitar Player magazine” \nThe Elliot Freedman Group–with stellar Toronto musicians Lazar Miric (sax & EWI) and Mateo Salmon (drums) in the group–presents a harmonically elegant\, uncompromisingly original\, non-canonical jazz based in Elliot’s unique compositions\, harmonic vocabulary\, and chordal approach on long baritone guitars. \nElliot Freedman – baritone guitar; \nMateo Salmon – drums; \nLazar Miric – saxaphones & EWI \n 
URL:https://www.theemmetray.com/event/the-elliot-freedman-group-jazz-avant-fusion-2/
LOCATION:Back Viewing Room
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.theemmetray.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20260605-TheEFG-MS-EF-LM-@-The-Emmet-Ray-POSTER-The-Elliot-Freedman-Group.jpeg
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