Event Info
James Brown: Song Within the Story - release tour
“This is a stunning album" Lauren Hancock, CBC Radio
7:00pm - 9:30pm Doors at: 5:30pm
$25 advance / $30 door including fees/tax
Event Description
Born in Oakville James Brown was given his first guitar at age 13. His interest rock music eventually lead him to the classical guitar in the 1980’s. After studies at Toronto’s Royal Conservatory of music shifted his energy into jazz improvisation and composition. James holds an MA in composition and is revered as a versatile and creative musician who’s personal style is melodic and harmonically engaging.
“This is one of the best jazz guitar albums this writer, who fervently listens to greats like Frisell, Bernstein, and Metheny, has heard in recent memory. It can easily stand with the best from those giants.” Jim Hynes Making a Scene
“I love this record” Brad Stone, Soul and Jazz UK
“This is a stunning album" Lauren Hancock, CBC Radio
Recordings:
Song Within the Story (NGP) 2022
Balliar Con Migo (Manor House Records) 2011
Sevendaze (NGP) 2009 The Home Fields (NGP) 2002
First Dance (XXI JAZZ-ATMA) 1998
Venue
753 View Street
Restaurant / Cafe / Pub
Capacity150
Open / Operational