NEWS RELEASE
GUELPH YOUTH MUSIC CENTRE
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Tickets are selling fast for the Cascades Music at the GYMC Series on Friday, May 12 at 8 p.m. The evening features a performance by one of Canada’s top violinist’s, Jerzy Kaplanek and the Dave Young Jazz Trio.
“I’m so pleased and excited about this upcoming performance! If you’re a jazz fan and a music lover, this is a concert you don’t want to miss,” commented Gabriella Currie-Ziegler, Executive Director of the Guelph Youth Music Centre (GYMC). “All four performers are internationally renowned, very talented and excellent jazz artists. I highly recommend buying tickets early to ensure your seat.”
Violinist Jerzy Kaplanek is an internationally established chamber musician, member of the celebrated Penderecki String Quartet, soloist, dedicated teacher, adjudicator, artistic director of QuartetFest and lately as a jazz violinist. He performs throughout Europe, Asia and North and South America with more than 80 concerts each season.
He is presently an Associate Professor at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, Ontario and has been teaching violin and chamber music there since 1991. He also frequently gives master classes in Canada and abroad.
Bassist and composer Dave Young possess artistic soul and musical skill in abundance. His exceptional career has made him a much sought-after jazz bassist who regularly performs internationally with an array of jazz and classical luminaries, as well as his own performing units. He was honoured at the 2003 National Jazz Awards as Jazz Bassist of the Year.
Dave Young will be performing at the GYMC with Robi Botos on piano and Ethan Ardelli on drums. Robi Botos was born in Hungary in a musical family and is largely self-taught.
He has been one of the most brilliant lights on the Canadian jazz scene for a while now (the 2012 TD Grand Jazz Award at The Montreal International Jazz Festival is just one of many he's earned).
The late great Oscar Peterson served as a musical mentor, and now Botos is Movin' Forward in his career with his excellent new album. Indicative of the peer respect he enjoys is the presence of such ace Grammy-cited players as Seamus Blake (saxes), Robert Hurst (bass) and Jeff 'Tain" Watts (drums) on the album.
Ethan Ardelli is one of Canada’s most sought after drummers. He has performed with David Virelles, Nancy Walker, Jane Bunnett, Mike Downes and Mark Turner. Ardelli appears on bassist Mike Downes’Ripple Effect, which won a JUNO in 2014.
He also appears on Brian Dickinson’s Fishs Eddy, which features bassist George Mraz. The album was released by Addo Records and was nominated for a JUNO in 2015.
The 2017 GYMC Music Series is generously supported by Cascades. The GYMC is extremely appreciatively of their support, as well as other sponsors who support programs and events at the GYMC.
Advanced discount tickets: $30 adults, $25 seniors and $15 students. At the door tickets: $35 adults, $30 seniors and $20 students. For tickets or more information visit gymc.ca call 519.837.1119. Order online: https://squareup.com/store/gymc/
Established in 1992, the GYMC is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to education, enrichment and fostering the development of youth through music and the arts.
The unique facility officially opened its doors in September 2001 after six years of renovations. The GYMC is an exciting cultural hub for children of all ages and backgrounds in the community.
Through a variety of programs, provision of space to partner organizations and outreach into the community, the GYMC enriches many lives. For more information visit www.gymc.ca or call 519.837.1119.
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