2019 Emerging Artist Showcase Finalists
The Ian McGimpsey Quartet
The Ian McGimpsey Quartet is a collaboration between some of the most swinging and energetic players in Toronto’s young, up and coming generation of jazz musicians. The members collectively cite hard bop and post-bop influences from the ’50s through today. With four unique musical voices, the group tackles quintessential standards, bluesy grooves and inspired originals with an unmistakably hard-hitting attitude.
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The Aguda Collective
Based in Toronto, The Aguda Collective is made up of current students and graduates from the University of Toronto, Humber College and York University. The Collective blends beautiful, interesting melodies with intricate, soulful solos and features all-original material written by trombonist Vonne Aguda. Using their individual voices, the members of The Aguda Collective craft a unique soundscape that communicates truth, emotion, and above all else, good music. The Aguda Collective consists of Vonne Aguda on Trombone, Kaelin Murphy on Trumpet, Julien Bradley-Combs on Guitar, James Addis on Piano, Caleb Klager on Bass and Jacob Slous on Drums.
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Jenna Marie Pinard
At the vanguard of The New Jazz Generation and freshly graduated from the University of Toronto’s prestigious jazz studies program, Jenna Marie Pinard possesses a signature jazz and blues voice that hints at Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan and Aretha Franklin, but is distinctly her own. She is best known for her smooth-sounding jazz and rich R&B vocals, her wide vocal range, and passionate performances. She is quickly gaining a reputation in Toronto as a uniquely warm spirit and engaging performer. Originally from Montreal, Jenna Marie now lives in Toronto and plays weekly all over town!
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