Brantford Downtown Jazz 2017-2018 Concert Series
Diego Figueiredo
Oct. 16 2017
8PM • Sanderson Centre
IDiego Figueiredo is considered one of the most talented guitar players in the world today. He is the winner of several important competitions including the Montreux Jazz Competition. Diego has released over nineteen albums, three DVD’s, and several instructional books. His music is a fusion between Jazz, Bossa Nova and Classical. Diego’s unique interpretations, along with his phenomenal technique and emotion, has created an explosion of adoring fans and concert goers.
Main Lobby of Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts
88 Dalhousie Street, Brantford, ON N3T 5V7
Doors Open 7:15 PM Concert 8:00 PM
$30.00 General Admission
For tickets please call 1-800-265-0710 or 519-758-8090 or Online
the Shuffle Demons
Nov. 13 2017
8PM • Sanderson Centre
What do you get when you cross 3 amazing saxophonists dressed in wacky clothes, a crazy dancing drummer and a killer upright bass player and have them sing songs about Buses, Roaches and Hockey and spend 1/2 their time playing in the audience? The Shuffle Demons, that’s what!!! The Shuffle Demons are a high-energy Canadian band that blends virtuosic jazz and funk playing with eye-catching costumes and over the top stage antics to produce an incredible show.
Main Lobby of Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts
88 Dalhousie Street, Brantford, ON N3T 5V7
Doors Open 7:15 PM Concert 8:00 PM
$30.00 General Admission
For tickets please call 1-800-265-0710 or 519-758-8090 or Online
Bernie Senensky Quintet
Dec 11 2017
8PM • Sanderson Centre
“I’m essentially a bebop player, and beyond. My heroes are anyone from Bud Powell to McCoy Tyner to Keith Jarrett and Herbie Hancock.” – Bernie Senensky. Toronto keyboardist Bernie Senensky has earned the reputation of being one of Canada’s premier jazz artists. His playing has been featured internationally in many concerts & festivals, and he is recognized and respected as one of the foremost jazz pianists anywhere.
Main Lobby of Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts
88 Dalhousie Street, Brantford, ON N3T 5V7
Doors Open 7:15 PM Concert 8:00 PM
$30.00 General Admission
For tickets please call 1-800-265-0710 or 519-758-8090 or Online
John Macleod Sextet
Feb 12 2018
8PM • Sanderson Centre
John MacLeod has led a distinguished career spanning 40 years on the Canadian music scene. His first major national and international exposure was as a soloist with Rob McConnell and the Boss Brass, beginning in 1983. His playing can be heard on many Spitfire Band and Boss Brass albums including 2 Grammy Award winners. John’s other playing experience to date includes all forms of jazz performance; live theatre; and studio recording for film, t.v. and radio.
Main Lobby of Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts
88 Dalhousie Street, Brantford, ON N3T 5V7
Doors Open 7:15 PM Concert 8:00 PM
$30.00 General Admission
For tickets please call 1-800-265-0710 or 519-758-8090 or Online
Don Thompson Trio
Apr 16 2018
8PM • Sanderson Centre
Although his international reputation is that of a bassist having appeared on some landmark recordings including “John Handy Live at The Monterey Jazz Festival” (1965) and “Jim Hall Live” (1975) Don Thompson is also an accomplished pianist, vibraphonist, composer and arranger. Don has won three Juno awards, The Oscar Peterson Award and the Hagood Hardy Award for Composition as well as thirteen National Jazz Awards. In 2009 he was made an Officer of the Order Of Canada.
Main Lobby of Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts
88 Dalhousie Street, Brantford, ON N3T 5V7
Doors Open 7:15 PM Concert 8:00 PM
$30.00 General Admission
For tickets please call 1-800-265-0710 or 519-758-8090 or Online
Countermeasure
June 4 2018
8PM • Sanderson Centre
Countermeasure is the new sound in vocal music, known for their sophisticated arrangements,seamless harmonies, lively performances and infectious energy. Their dramatically choreographed show, where every song tells a story, has received standing ovations and critical acclaim worldwide. Featuring 14 of Canada’s top harmony singers, their genre-defying contemporary sound takes a cappella to the next level.
Main Lobby of Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts
88 Dalhousie Street, Brantford, ON N3T 5V7
Doors Open 7:15 PM Concert 8:00 PM
$30.00 General Admission
For tickets please call 1-800-265-0710 or 519-758-8090 or Online