All summer long, join us every Friday from 6 – 8 pm, Saturday from 11 am – 1 pm, and Sunday from 12 – 2 pm for live music by local artists on the public stage located on the north east corner of Bloor St. and Brunswick Ave.
Performing this weekend:
Friday, June 19 at 6 pm: Angela Pincente Quartet (@angelapincente)
ABOUT: Toronto-based trombonist, composer, and arranger Angela Pincente is a dynamic force in the city’s vibrant jazz scene. Her sound blends intricate improvisation with a unique compositional voice, reflecting a deep understanding of jazz tradition while pushing the boundaries of the genre. Whether playing on stage or in the studio, Angela Pincente is a sought-after voice in Toronto’s jazz community, with a passion for fostering new music and bringing her creative vision to life.
Saturday, June 20 at 11 am: Mike T. Kerr (@miketkerrmusic )
ABOUT: Mike T. Kerr is a wild guitar player and ambitious songwriter living in downtown Toronto. His mesmerizing playing combines the boisterous Ragtime of the Reverend Gary Davis, the Country class of Chet Atkins, and the explosive energy of Django Reinhardt. During his time at Berklee College of Music in Boston and in over 10 years of performing, he’s lived his life through many historical and contemporary musical styles. Always curious to dig up not only a song’s history but the shape of the world at the time, Mike plays passionately and openly while interpreting the great guitar players of the past.
On Sunday, June 21 at 12 pm: Luis Anselmi (@luisanselmi4!)
ABOUT: Luis Anselmi, a scholar and mentor of the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation, skillfully merges his Venezuelan roots with diverse world music influences. Proficient in playing the Venezuelan Cuatro, piano, and lending his voice to both singing and songwriting, he performs with his band ‘GRATITUD’. Together, they create a vibrant Latin-World sound that seamlessly blends each member’s unique cultural background. With intricate rhythms and uplifting lyrics, their music is a captivating celebration that will inspire you to dance!