“The TD Toronto Jazz Festival has always been a celebration of the diversity and richness of jazz and jazz-related music, so we’re especially excited about this year’s lineup,” says Josh Grossman, the Festival’s artistic director. “We invite music fans from at home and abroad to join us and experience some of the best musicians from Toronto, across Canada and around the world.”
TD Toronto Jazz Fest strives to showcase high-caliber artistes who reflect the many cultures and communities across the city. The Festival remains committed to presenting some of the most legendary and influential musicians, while also embracing new generations of artists and audiences, with a number of buzz-worthy acts whose music is helping to push jazz in new and exciting directions.
A focus on local and Canadian artistes remains a priority and wouldn’t be possible without new Festival partner SiriusXM Canada and their unwavering support of Canadian talent. The SiriusXM Oasis will also be set up in the thick of the action for attendees to relax, charge their phones, and try for a chance to win swag and other surprise festival experiences.
New this year, the stylish W Toronto, a premier sponsor of this year’s festival, will play host to festival artists and serve as a lively hub for Festival goers to kick back, relax and experience elevated cocktails and DJ’s spinning after dark and try out the city’s only Moet Machine – yes, you read that right – a vending machine for mini Moet bottles.
The Festival’s official ‘Late Night Jam’ is relocating this year to the legendary Pilot Tavern, building on its decades-long legacy of hosting some of Canada’s top jazz musicians. Where the music continues well into the night, Late Night Jams are a unique opportunity to see local and visiting artists perform in an intimate, informal setting – and you never know who might drop in.
With an incredible diversity of musical performances to enjoy, this year’s Festival promises to be an unforgettable experience for all music enthusiasts and a can’t-miss event of the summer.b
