The New Canadian Songbook
“Every now and again, an act emerges from the cosmos and shakes up the planet. One of those groundbreaking bands is Alex Bird and the Jazz Mavericks. Bird and his group of talented players are rewriting the textbook for vocal-infused Jazz.” - Metronome Magazine (USA)
The charismatic musical bond of two-time JUNO-nominees Alex Bird and Ewen Farncombe comes to Parry Sound for a concert of new standards with old soul.
Saturday, August 1 | 2:00 pm
About the Performance
Over the last few years, Alex Bird has become one of the most exciting names on the Canadian Jazz scene. With praise from around the globe and alongside songwriting & piano partner Ewen Farncombe, they have created timeless and heartfelt originals for a modern audience. Over the last few years, this talented team has produced something that is completely unique: three original & independent albums in three years. Their most recent album "Songwriter" was nominated for “Best Vocal Jazz” at the 2024 JUNO Awards.
Don't forget to check out the rest of JAZZ CANADA Weekend at the Festival of the Sound:
Friday, Jul 31 | 7:00 PM – Payadora Tango Ensemble with CBC Host Tom Allen
Saturday, Aug 1 | 2:00 PM – Alex Bird & Ewen Farncombe: The New Canadian Songbook
Saturday, Aug 1 | 7:30 PM – Ernesto Cervini's Turboprop
Sunday, Aug 2 | 11:00 AM – Jazz Brunch on the Bay with Heather Bambrick
Sunday, August 2 | 7:00 PM – Toronto All-Star Big Band
Monday, August 3 | 6:00 PM – Jazz Canada Cruise with Heather Bambrick, Alex Bird, and others
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