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Howard Gladstone Trio
Howard Gladstone Trio
Howard Gladstone is a singer/songwriter with a residency on the “first Sunday of every month” in the Southern Cross Room. He performs original material in the folk, roots, jazz, vein along with stellar accompanists Tony Quarrington (guitar) and Bob Cohen (bass). Most months also feature a Special guest performer to add spice and interest and […]
Bill Wood & Chris Bennett
Bill Wood & Chris Bennett
Bill Wood’s songs have been described as “what happens when 30 years of songwriting, honed over decades of hard life experiences, meet the craftsmanship of a career musician who doesn’t know what it means to compromise.” Bill Wood plays 5 pm - 7 pm the first Sunday of every month (usually with Burke Carroll) in […]
Conversation Jazz Jam
Conversation Jazz Jam
Conversation - a Tranzac Jam is a weekly jam that invites musicians and dancers into a safe space where the only rule is be in the moment while creating music in community with others. Each week a house band starts off the night with a 45 minute set of music and then the floor is […]
Dave Clark Presents! Nick Teehan
Dave Clark Presents! Nick Teehan
Dave Clark Presents! showcases fantastic local artists who perform their original music. Each event is a surprise gift of sonic goodies for you to behold. See upcoming brilliance and veteran magic perform for your pleasure.
Solitary Shrew
Solitary Shrew
Each instalment of Solitary Shrew features two performances led by women and gender non-conforming artists spanning an array of genres and artistic disciplines. This month features Elisabeth Dorion and Friends (Elisabeth Dorion on voice, Liz Anthonisen on piano, Mira Riselli on bass and Angelica Zavala on drums) and The Saplings (Julia D'Ascanio on voice, Lazar […]
Tranzac Open Stage
Tranzac Open Stage
The Tranzac open stage is every Monday in the Southern Cross room. All are welcome! Start: 7pm Sign up: 6:30pm 8 minute slots (or two songs) The open stage is a safe space in accordance with the Tranzac code of conduct.
Dun-Dun Land, Night 7
Dun-Dun Land, Night 7
This month's edition of Dun-Dun Land features two different duos joining guitarist Craig Dunsmuir for two sets total of trio riff-medley moves: first, with Dun-Dun rhythm section members Jay Anderson (Roland Handsonic) and Josh Cole (electric bass); followed by fellow Dun-Dun Band member Karen Ng (alto saxophone) playing alongside guest guitarist Jasper Stadhouders from Amsterdam!
Josh Cole presents.. Kind Mind
Josh Cole presents.. Kind Mind
improvised music Karen Ng - saxophone, Michael Daivdson - vibraphone, Josh Cole - double bass/fx kindmind.bandcamp.com joshcolebass.com
The Donna Lee Quintet
The Donna Lee Quintet
The Donna Lee Quartet with guest Jasper Stadhouders is an ensemble lead by alto saxophonist Brodie West. The Quartet is comprised of Reg Schwager on guitar, Josh Cole bass, Nick Fraser on drums and Brodie West on alto saxophone and clarinet. For this occasion the band will feature guitarist and electric bassist Jasper Stadhouders who […]
Never Was
Never Was
Never Was is a quartet named after a curious sentence from The You Train by science fiction and fantasy writer, N.K. Jemisin. Featuring Madeleine Ertel on trumpet, Naomi McCarroll-Butler on alto saxophone and clarinets, Patrick O'Reilly on guitar, and Joe Sorbara on drums and percussion, the group explores original music in the Black American Creative […]
NAGs Players Present: Willow Quartet
NAGs Players Present: Willow Quartet
May 11, 12, 13 & 18, 19, 20: The NAGs Players Proudly Present ... Willow Quartet. 7:30 pm (May 13 matinee at 1:30 pm), $20-25. Tickets available here. In Tranzac's Main Hall. In the aftermath of a failed marriage, Kim is back in her childhood home on a quiet farm. She invites Jim, a visiting musician, […]
Serotonin: A Little Booster Show
Serotonin: A Little Booster Show
The second Thursday of every month, hosts Cassie Cao and Chris Middleton are throwing a little Pay-What-You-Can show for people who want a little boost of Serotonin before their end of the month show. Featuring some of their friends, these up-and-coming comics will try out new material. The show will start around 8pm. Please come […]
Blue Moss
Blue Moss
Blue Moss is the duo of David Nardi (guitar and assorted strings), and Connor Bennett (saxophone and flute). Their improvised compositions draw inspiration from folk, drone, jazz, noise, and traditional Celtic idioms. Throughout their respective careers, David and Connor have always been driven to make music from the depths of their hearts. The collaboration of […]
Cosmic Country For Communists
Cosmic Country For Communists
Hosted by Kurt Newman, this monthly series creates a space for experiments in country and folk music forms, which can range from more or less straight-ahead to more or less psychedelic. Between sets: comedy from the best of Toronto's left-of-center comedians.
Collette Savard and the Savants
Collette Savard and the Savants
With her palette of acoustic folk instruments, Collette whittles out of her imagination beautiful song gems. She brings them to you wrapped in the exciting package of her band of seasoned masters, The Savants: Rebecca Campbell(Jane Siberry, Ian Tamblyn...),John Switzer John Switzer(Jane Siberry, Vance Gilbert, Katherine Wheatley etc.³) Martin Worthy (Joe Hall, Paul Quarrington), Tim […]
NAGs Players Present: Willow Quartet
NAGs Players Present: Willow Quartet
May 11, 12, 13 & 18, 19, 20: The NAGs Players Proudly Present ... Willow Quartet. 7:30 pm (May 13 matinee at 1:30 pm), $20-25. Tickets available here. In Tranzac's Main Hall. In the aftermath of a failed marriage, Kim is back in her childhood home on a quiet farm. She invites Jim, a visiting musician, […]
Words & Music: Jason Pilling with Karandeep Jhand and Zoe Thiessen
Words & Music: Jason Pilling with Karandeep Jhand and Zoe Thiessen
Jason Pilling with Karandeep Jhand and Zoe Thiessen - three acts of complimentary singer-songwriters. Featuring accompanying strings, and interesting lyrical topics.
Musica Universalis
Musica Universalis
Musicia Universalis May 12th colin fisher trio w/andrew Furlong and Mark hundevad Christopher cauley , colin fisher duo 10$
NAGs Players Present: Willow Quartet
NAGs Players Present: Willow Quartet
May 11, 12, 13 & 18, 19, 20: The NAGs Players Proudly Present ... Willow Quartet. 7:30 pm (May 13 matinee at 1:30 pm), $20-25. Tickets available here. In Tranzac's Main Hall. In the aftermath of a failed marriage, Kim is back in her childhood home on a quiet farm. She invites Jim, a visiting musician, […]
* f u Z z f e s t *
* f u Z z f e s t *
Improvisor and SoundList editor Fahmid "fuZzy" Nibesh is relocating to Montreal soon. He asked some friends to hang out and play at one of his favourite places. They have responded in what has been dubbed: * f u Z z f e s t * 3:30pm - doors 4pm - Sarah Greene (with fuZzy) Sweet […]
Cassie Norton Presents Song Experiment
Cassie Norton Presents Song Experiment
Song Experiment is a monthly song lab hosted by Cassie Norton that explores different ways of presenting songs. Different artists and approaches are featured each month. Cassie Norton is a Toronto based singer-songwriter, violinist/multi-instrumentalist, improvisor and climate activist. Cassie tells the stories behind her lyrics with sound, using a wide timbral palette of voice, violin, […]
NUANCED OPEN JAM
NAGs Players Present: Willow Quartet
NAGs Players Present: Willow Quartet
May 11, 12, 13 & 18, 19, 20: The NAGs Players Proudly Present ... Willow Quartet. 7:30 pm (May 13 matinee at 1:30 pm), $20-25. Tickets available here. In Tranzac's Main Hall. In the aftermath of a failed marriage, Kim is back in her childhood home on a quiet farm. She invites Jim, a visiting musician, […]
An Evening with Jason Anderson
An Evening with Jason Anderson
New Hampshire born, New Brunswick based, Jason Anderson is an award-winning indie folk artist whose work is as anthemic as it is affecting. Personal and passionate, Anderson's music crackles with life. A poignant writer and consummate showman, Jason’s songs are keenly-observed snapshots of emotion and experience, while his electrifying concerts celebrate the power of the […]
Lumo Records Weekend Festival: Lina Allemano Four CD RELEASE + Bloop + Titanium Riot!
Lumo Records Weekend Festival: Lina Allemano Four CD RELEASE + Bloop + Titanium Riot!
Lumo Records presents 2 nights of music at the Tranzac featuring Lina Allemano Four, BLOOP, and Titanium Riot!!! Sat May 13 at 10pm - Lina Allemano Four, CD RELEASE Concert for Pipe Dream! https://linaallemano.bandcamp.com/album/pipe-dream https://linaallemano.com/lina-allemano-four LINA ALLEMANO FOUR: Lina Allemano trumpet / compositions Brodie West alto saxophone Andrew Downing double bass Nick Fraser drums Sun […]
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