Rhapsody in Blue at the PDA
Last night, the Maison Symphonique resonated with an exceptional recital by the Quebec virtuoso Jean-Philippe Sylvestre. The pianist, fresh from a triumphant international [read on]
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Meet Romulo Larrea : A Beginner’s Guide to Tango
An interview with Romulo Larrea—the guy who brought Tango to Montreal
Tobias Jesso Jr. Sings His Heart Out on Goon
Romantic crooner Jesso Jr. sings with much emotion. We review his album in advance of his SAturday show.
Blue Pool: Vanessa Carlton’s Piano and Adult-Oriented Sound
A 4-song EP marked with lyrical maturity and mysterious sensuality.
Mocky’s Tasteful Cocktail of Music at Café Resonance
Great night? Check. Good music? Check. Frenzied performance? Double check. Welcome to Mocky’s July 10th show at Resonance Café. Despite some technical difficulties [read on]
All Signs Point to Yes: Dave Monks “strips” for us and goes solo!
After their rootsy alt-folk band Twin Forks, whose music I got to appreciate, Dine Alone Records treats us with Dave Monks’ new solo release, a first for the Tokyo Police [read on]
The Skillful Daughn Gibson Releases Carnation
Daughn Gibson’s new album is unlike anything he’s done before
Histoires Sans Mots: Hichem Khalfa Talks Jazz And The Trumpet
Interview with the French-Algerian trumpeter on the eve of his album launch.
Young Montreal Immigrant Saves Rwandan Children
Sandrine Murengerantwali founded Vivo Cuore to raise money for much needed surgeries in her home country of Rwanda.
In Limbo Between Greatness and Obscurity : 2 Pianos 4 Hands
Elegantly executed production raises the issue of artistic pursuits when one is talented but less than the best. How can one throw away all those grueling hours perfecting one’s art?
Forget the Cowbell… Molto Piano at Jazz en Rafale
Jazz Festival in Montreal focuses on international and local piano players.
David Jalbert Rocks Bach
Quebec pianist David Jalbert proves that Glenn Gould wasn’t the last Canadian to tackle this epic Bach work with flair.