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Jay Boehmer Trio

An jazz ensemble featuring musicians who have performed in concerts and theatres across Canada. They are brought together by their love of jazz.

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Jay Boehmer

jay-boehmerJay’s credits include over 40 productions for the Stirling Festival Theatre, Red Barn Theatre, Stage West and Drayton Entertainment. This Mississauga drummer , composer and band leader graduated from the Humber College Music Program in 1990 and performs with his jazz group in Toronto and Mississauga. Jay has released two CD’s of original jazz compositions: Autumn Afternoon (2007) and Don’t Look Back (1999). Both discs have received airplay on Jazz FM91 and CBC national radio. Jay has spent many hours in the recording studio and has worked with producers Les Cooper (Jill Barber), Peter Prilesnick (Sarah Harmer) and Nick Blagona (Kim Mitchell, The Police). Jay also performs with the Mississauga Big Band Jazz Ensemble and country sweethearts Dirty Dishes among others.


Michael Barber

800_michael-barber Michael Barber has returned from the Stratford Festival where he was Musical Director and onstage conductor for 42nd Street starring Cynthia Dale and Associate Conductor for Pirates of Penzance. He has been Music Director for over 50 professional musicals across Canada, including Forever Plaid, The Rocky Horror Show, A Christmas Carol (Aquarius); White Christmas (Neptune); Oliver! (Drayton); California Dreaming II (Stage West). He was also keyboardist for Spamalot and Martin Short: Fame Becomes Me (Mirvish). Michael received his training from Humber College and the Royal Conservatory of Music. Mr. Barber has two CDs out with cabaret artist (and wife) Nathalie Nadon. www.michaelbarber.ca


Michael Herring

800_michael-herring Michael Herring is a double-bassist and composer based in Toronto who writes, performs and records across genre lines, equally comfortable in jazz, folk, world, pop and rock. Herringleads or co-leads a number of ensembles which feature his original compositions. Peripheral Vision is a modern-jazz quartet co-led with guitarist and long-time collaborator Don Scott. This group has recorded two albums, maintains a busy touring schedule and has won the Galaxie Rising Star Award at the Montreal Jazz Festival. Michael Herring’s Vertigo is a modern-jazz sextet which recorded two albums featuring New York’s David Binney. Herring is also a member of God’s Gift to Yoda and The Uplifters (New Orleans pop) where you can hear Herring’s lyrics and vocals. www.dangerherring.com


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Jay Boehmer

Canadian drummer, composer and bandleader Jay Boehmer has been performing on the Toronto jazz scene since 1990. Composing at the piano with the spirit of a drummer, his music ranges from straight-ahead swing to offbeat rhythmic grooves. His compositions have been influenced by artists such as Miles Davis, Pat Metheny and Oscar Peterson.

Upcoming Gigs

  • Jazz At The Legion
    • Sunday, April 29, 2018
    • Mississauga
  • Music Monday!
    • Monday, May 7, 2018
    • Mississauga
  • Jay Boehmer Trio at Sunnybrook
    • Friday, June 22, 2018
    • Toronto

Testimonials

Your new album is thoughtful and promising.
Geoff ChapmanToronto Star
I had many glowing comments about the music and your group, especially from the artists who were thrilled with the addition of quality jazz to their opening.
Robert FreemanExecutive Director/CuratorArt Gallery of Mississauga
…Jay comes off as a true jazzman with his blend of classic and contemporary style.
Paul NazarethThe Varsity (University of Toronto)
Thanks for the excellent entertainment for our event! It was a great night and you were the perfect choice to add great atmosphere to the event. We had great feedback from our attendees and will definitely be hiring you again.
Andrea SmithConference & Events ManagerSecretariat Central
Thank you for doing an incredible job performing with us at the 2011 MARTY Awards. The Jay Boehmer Jazz Trio was an absolute hit!
Heather BrissendenCommunications Co‐ordinatorMississauga Arts Council
The Jay Boehmer Trio are talented musicians that work well together. Their music is eminently listenable and I often found my head bobbing to their tunes. Their engaging music enhances conversation and I would gladly attend another gala where they perform.
Bruce MeyersGala Attendee
I have used the Jay Boehmer Jazz Trio several times and always get the same response from guests – they love them! They are the perfect addition to any event!
Samantha WhitlowSpecialist/ MarketingFCT Insurance Company Ltd.
Your jazz band provided the perfect ambiance during our cocktail reception and dinner.  I had many compliments and would definitely like to have you back next year.
Jamie Anderson Points International

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