Wynton Marsalis
There was strength in numbers as trumpeter Wynton Marsalis led the Jazz At Lincoln Center Orchestra through a sparkling set.
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Jason Moran
Pianist Jason Moran’s Fats Waller Dance Party was a wide-ranging tribute, featuring talented guests like bassist Meshell Ndegeocello.
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Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue
Where y’at? Up-and-coming Trombone Shorty brought his funky, rocking Mardi Gras vibe to a sold-old crowd at Club Soda.
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Gregory Porter
Who’s the cat in the hat? Singer Gregory Porter is on his way to stardom, and gave the Montreal crowd everything they desired.
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Charles Lloyd Quartet
Saxophonist Charles Lloyd helped kick off the Montreal Jazz Festival’s Invitation Series with a little help from his friends.
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David Murray’s Infinity Quartet with Macy Gray
Hardworking saxophonist David Murray has found a winning combination of jazz and soul with the iconic diva, singer Macy Gray.
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Feist
The feisty Montreal fans braved the rain to see their beloved Feist, and the favored Canadian indie-singer made sure not to disappoint.
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George Benson
Like a fine wine, debonair guitarist George Benson only gets better with age.
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Kurt Rosenwinkle
Deemed a guitar hero for the next generation, young Kurt Rosenwinkle brought his New Quartet to the next level in Montreal.
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Boz Scaggs
Still amazing after all these years: Veteran performer Boz Scaggs showed he’s cool and undiminished with a delectable stage show.
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Wayne Shorter Quartet
Wayne Shorter’s 80th Birthday Celebration was a gala event, and the legendary saxophonist levitated to the occasion, once again.