Masters & Apprentices: The Music of Kris Davis

The Jazz & Improvisation department celebrate the music of Canadian jazz pianist and composer, Kris Davis.

This special project large ensemble features J&I third-year and Honours students alongside their director Andrea Keller. Previous directors have included Melissa Aldana (Chile/USA), Nduduzo Makhathini (South Africa), Brett Williams (USA/AUS), Barney McAll (AUS), Sam Anning (AUS), Ross Irwin (AUS), Satoko Fuji (Japan), and Danilo Perez (Panama).

This recital is presented as part of the Hanson Dyer Hall Concert Series. All concerts in this series can also be streamed live via our website.

PROGRAM

Compositions by Canadian jazz pianist and composer Kris Davis.

CREDITS

Jamie Holmes - alto saxophone
Elly Blackham - tenor saxophone
Isaac Randell - tenor saxophone
Joshua Ford-King - trumpet
Joshua Mackie - trombone
Nick Gregory - guitar
Jack Dobson - double bass
Oscar Garvie - drums
Andrea Keller - piano

Proudly supported by Evans. 

Image: Gregory Lorenzutti, 2025

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