Jazz is one of just a few authentic American art forms. However, from Oscar Peterson and Rob McConnell to Diana Krall and Holly Cole, Canadian artists have been adding their own sound and influences to the genre. Heather takes a look at the artists, music, and more that have played a part in creating the sound of “Canadian Jazz”.
Heather is delighted to return to Hamilton's Gas Works with her quintet bandmates Chase Sanborn (trumpet/flugelhorn), Stu Harrison (piano), Ross MacIntyre (bass), and Ben Wittman (drums). This is a wonderful series in support of the Hamilton Music Collective and tickets sell out quickly, so grab yours soon! (Sales start on January 17.)
Heather is delighted to return to the Ontario Vocal Jazz Festival to adjudicate and work with some wonderful young jazz vocal groups.
Join Heather Bambrick, Mike Murley, Barry Elmes, Kevin Turcotte, Brian Dickinson, and Neil Swainson at Toronto's Jazz Bistro as they showcase this year's Canadian Jazz Cruise Band! Get a taste of this incredible group and learn how you can join them as they cruise through Spain and the Canary Islands for the 2025 Canadian Jazz Cruise!
Heather and her bandmates (Chase Sanborn / trumpet, Stu Harrison / piano, Ross Macintyre / bass, Ben Wittman / drums) make their Sarnia debut in this presentation of the Sarnia Concert Association.
Heather is, once again, delighted to join the Breithaupt Brothers and some very special guests, including Denzal Sinclaire, Jackie Richardson, Sarah Slean, Kellylee Evans and others - joined by an all-star band to bring their songs to life.
Heather and bandmates Chase Sanborn, Stu Harrison, Ross MacIntyre, and Ben Wittman are thrilled to be a part of the inaugural Cambridge Jazz Festival, presented by Galt Jazz. Make a plan to spend the day at gorgeous Tapestry Hall for a great afternoon of live jazz, with doors opening at noon and music happening all day long!
Heather is delighted to return to MusicFest Canada's National competition, adjudicating jazz/contemporary and concert choirs at York University. Congratulations and best of luck to all those who are performing!
Heather is delighted to join the Toronto Jazz Academy Orchestra as their special guest for "Swing Into Spring" at the stunning McMichael Canadian Art Gallery for their Family Sunday celebrations.
Heather is excited to join the Northdale Concert Band (and another special guest - Stu Harrison) for this afternoon of blues, jazz and timeless melodies, including classics from the Gershwins, Oscar Peterson, and so much more!
Heather returns to Base31 to join the Brian Barlow Trio for "Ella Be Good: a tribute to the First Lady of Song", celebrating the incredible Ella Fitzgerald, featuring some of Ella's most beloved music as well as some of the tunes you might not believe she recorded! The show happens at Base31 - one of the most outstanding venues in Ontario ... definitely worth the drive to Prince Edward County!
