Join us for Grammy Night at the TD Markham Jazz Festival!
Opening night of the TD Markham Jazz Festival, Friday August 18th, promises to be one of the most memorable occasions in the festival’s 26 year history.
We’re thrilled to be featuring two Grammy-winning artists at the Millennium Bandstand, and both performances are FREE!
Our friend and host for the evening once again is JazzFM 91’s Jaymze Bee, returning to present the artists in his lively, knowledgeable and engaging manner.
Matt Stevens Trio w/Jon Maharaj and Adam Arruda at 7:30pm
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Canadian born guitarist Matthew Stevens will present his Grammy-winning style, which has been described as dissolving the lines between jazz, rock and ambient music.
His music has been described as “honest and soulful” and as “music (that) advances the ideals of modern jazz.”
In addition to critically acclaimed solo albums, Woodwork, Preverbal, Pittsburgh and In Common 1,2 and 3, Steven’s songs and guitar playing are featured on over 70 recordings including those by Christian Scott atunde Adjuah, Esperanza Spalding, Terri Lyne Carrington, Dave Douglas, Next Collective, Sean Jones, Linda May Han Oh, Harvey Mason and Anna B Savage.
Stevens has performed at top venues and festivals world wide. His performances have been lauded in Billboard, The Fader, The Guardian, Guitar Player Magazine, Jazz Times, Mojo, NPR, New York Times, Pitchfork, and more.
He is currently an Associate Professor at the famed Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA.
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Catherine Russell at 9:30pm
Grammy-winning vocalist Catherine Russell is a native New Yorker, born into musical royalty. Her father, the late Luis Russell, was a legendary pianist/composer/bandleader, and Louis Armstrong’s long-time musical director. Her mother, Carline Ray, was a pioneering vocalist/guitarist/bassist who performed with International Sweethearts of Rhythm, Mary Lou Williams, and Sy Oliver.
Ms. Russell has toured the world, performing and recording with David Bowie, Cyndi Lauper, Paul Simon, Steely Dan, Jackson Browne, Michael Feinstein, The Holmes Brothers, Wynton Marsalis, and Rosanne Cash, among others, appearing on over 200 albums.
She has released a number of acclaimed and chart topping albums, including Strictly Romancin’, awarded Prix du Jazz Vocal 2012 (Vocal Album of the Year) by the Jazz Academy in France. Harlem On My Mind, released in 2016 received a Grammy nomination for Best Jazz Vocal Album. Alone Together, released in 2019, received her second Grammy nomination for Best Jazz Vocal Album.
The Wall Street Journal calls Catherine Russell “one of the outstanding singers of our time.”
Save These Dates and Plan to Attend
- Week of August 13 -20, pre-festival and festival Jazz HotSpots throughout Markham
- August 18-20 (Friday to Sunday) with 25 top quality artists on multiple stages in the historic Unionville area of Markham
- Free shuttlebus service to and from the site - no fretting about parking
- Stay Tuned for future e-news and visit our website
Volunteers
TDJMF welcomes those who would like to help make this great event happen. If you’d like to become involved with our excellent group of volunteers, email us at: contactus@markhamjazzfestival.com
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The TD Markham Jazz Festival is a not-for-profit organization with a mandate to enrich cultural life in the region by bringing emerging and established jazz artists to Markham for all to enjoy. Established in 1998, the festival draws more than 25,000 residents and visitors to the streets of Unionville during the third weekend in August. Local and international artists deliver over 30 open-air performances during the weekend as well as in selected “hot spots” and at a ticketed opening-night concert. During the year, the festival hosts “Hot Spot Concerts” at selected venues in Markham. TD Canada Trust became its title sponsor in 2014.
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