Israeli Jazz Showcase w. David Buchbinder

Toronto Downtown Jazz and the Consulate General of Israel, in association with the Ashkenaz Foundation and with the support of the Canada-Israel Cultural Foundation, is pleased to present the Israeli Jazz Showcase on Thursday, March 6th, 7 pm at The Rex Hotel in Toronto. Three outstanding groups will take the stage in one evening of exciting jazz, showcasing talented musicians from Toronto and abroad, as part of the Spotlight on Israeli Culture.

The evening kicks off at 7 pm with the David Buchbinder Ensemble and their unique, multi-cultural take on Israeli jazz and folk music. Joining the acclaimed trumpeter will be John Johnson (saxes, clarinet, flute), Dave Restivo (piano), Dan Fortin (bass) and Derek Gray (drums).

Acclaimed Gilad Heksleman then performs with his trio, demonstrating why he is becoming an important player on the international jazz stage. He’ll be joined by Joe Martin (bass) and Marcus Gilmore (drums). They’ll be performing music from his fourth album, This Just In, released in 2013.

Wrapping up the evening is The Shai Maestro Trio. The pianist in bassist Avishai Cohen’s band for many years, since going solo Shai has quickly developed a reputation as a musician of particular importance. He’ll be joined by Jorge Roeder (bass) and Ziv Ravitz (drums).

For complete information please visit www.spotlightonisraeliculture.ca/portfolio-item/israeli-jazz-showcase and follow twitter.com/israelspotlight (#IsraelSpotlight).