TORONTO, March 5, 2013… Phil Dwyer plays with Don Thompson at Paintbox Bistro, Saturday, March 9, 2013 @ 8 pm.
Phil Dwyer is an accomplished composer, saxophonist, pianist and arranger. Dwyer lived in Toronto for many years, and since returning to his native Vancouver Island, has maintained a Toronto presence as one of Canada’s most in-demand musicians. Concert-mate Don Thompson says, “I’ve been a working, professional musician for 50 years and played with many of the world’s greatest musicians and can honestly say I’ve never known a better musician than Phil Dwyer.” Visit: www.phildwyer.com
This Jazz performance is part of the SEASON OF ENTERTAINMENT lineup Sponsored by The Daniels Corporation during 2013 with “must-see” events in a neighbourhood-friendly venue in the heart of Toronto’s Regent Park revitalization during February, March and April 2013.
(Top-Bottom) Phil Dwyer (Composer, Saxophone, Piano);
Don Thompson (Bass, Piano, Vibes)
SEASON OF ENTERTAINMENT – Upcoming Jazz Series Lineup
Friday, March 22, 2013 @ 8 pm – THOMPSON EGBO-EGBO TRIO
Pianist Thompson Egbo-Egbo’s musical career has progressed rapidly as one of the first graduates of the Regent Park School of Music program. He furthered his musical education at Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA and since returning to Toronto, has performed with his own trio and many other ensembles. He has also, at a very young age, become a beacon to young musicians from underprivileged backgrounds, through the formation of his organization, the Thompson T. Egbo-Egbo Arts Foundation. Joining Thompson are bassist Randall Hall and drummer Max Roach.
www.egbofoundation.org www.myspace.com/t2e2
Saturday, April 13,2013 @ 8 pm – JANE BUNNETT with HILARIO DURAN
Saxophonist, flautist Jane Bunnett has an international reputation not only as a performer, but as a bridger of cultures. She has visited Cuba more than 100 times, taking instruments and teachers to help young Cuban musicians come to Canada to further their studies and careers. One of those early arrivals is pianist Hilario Duran, now a well-known and dynamic presence in Toronto’s jazz and Latin music circles. They perform and tour together often in large ensembles. For this performance at Paintbox Bistro, their performance will be an intimate, inside look at the music, in a pared–down duo format.
Saturday, April 22,2013 @ 8 pm – JOE SEALY TRIO
Pianist Joe Sealy has enjoyed a highly successful career as a musician, composer, recording artist and radio broadcaster. His powerful 1997 album, Africville Suite won a Juno Award, and in 2010, he was named a Member of the Order of Canada. Joe will perform with his long-time musical partner, bassist Paul Novotny and drummer Daniel Barnes. www.joesealy.com
Reservations at Paintbox Bistro are recommended for all performances by calling
(647) 748-0555 or online at www.paintboxbistro.ca.
A three-course dinner package, including the performance is available for $40.
Performance only: $15. cover.
Paintbox Bistro: 555 Dundas Street East, Toronto in Regent Park brings a new live performance venue to Torontonians. Paintbox Bistro is the latest component in the revitalization of Regent Park that is rapidly making it the newest must-visit, distinctive Toronto neighbourhood, transforming not just the architecture and amenities of this vital community, but also the lives of its residents.
Special thanks to Steinway Piano Gallery Toronto for generously providing a piano as part of this Jazz Series.
About Paintbox Bistro
Located at 555 Dundas St. East, Toronto, Paintbox Bistro is open Monday to Sunday, from 11:30am to 2:00am. Paintbox Bistro is full of celebration from the Regent Park community. A balance of sound culinary technique and whimsy, and featuring intense earthly flavours and naturalistic presentations, Paintbox offers delicious and diverse menus for lunch, dinner and brunch. Tucked into the corner of Daniels Spectrum, they offer a fun and welcoming atmosphere to dine and dish with friends, or relax with cocktails and live music. Led by owner/operator Chris Klugman, most of the staff are from the neighbourhood and have trained at George Brown College, one of North America’s top 10 culinary schools. Paintbox’s goal is to improve the quality of life of people in Regent Park through the love and enjoyment of good food, to be a positive force for people and for the planet. Visit: www.paintboxbistro.ca
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