Megan Jutting Sextet and The Ashley Kurkjian Project at Placebo Space!
Started in 2013, the Megan Jutting Sextet is a 3-horn, 3-rhythm jazz & fusion group performing covers, arrangements and compositions. Arrangements are written by both Megan and the group, and repertoire features mainly standards from both genres. Influences include Herbie Hancock, Brecker Brothers, Charles Mingus, Duke Ellington, Clifford Brown and John Coltrane, among others.
Musicians:
Megan Jutting Trumpet & Flugelhorn, director, compositions, arrangements
Ben McCarroll-Butler Saxophones and Woodwinds, arrangements
Margaret Nishimura Trombone
Irene Harrett Bass
Josh Brecka Guitar
Brendan Mariani Drums
The Ashley Kurkjian Project is a Toronto based, 2-horn 3-rhythm jazz quintet. The group, started in 2013, has started with jazz standards and has since then branched out with original compositions and arrangements.
The Ashley Kurkjian Project is:
Ashley Kurkjian - Bandleader, Soprano Saxophone, Alto Saxophone,
Ben McCarroll-Butler - Tenor Saxophone, Flute
Trevor Peverley - Guitar
Corey St. Pierre - Bass
Jose Garcia - Drums
Admission $5
Hope to see you there! :