Masters & Apprentices: The Music of Kris Davis

The Jazz & Improvisation department celebrate the music of Canadian jazz pianist and composer, Kris Davis. This special project large ensemble features J&I third-year and Honours students alongside their director Andrea Keller. Previous directors have included Melissa Aldana (Chile/USA), Nduduzo Makhathini (South Africa), Brett Williams (USA/AUS), Barney McAll (AUS), Sam Anning (AUS), Ross Irwin (AUS), Satoko Fuji (Japan), and Danilo Perez (Panama). This recital is presented as part of the Hanson Dyer Hall Concert Series. All concerts in this series can also be streamed live via our website. PROGRAM Compositions by Canadian jazz pianist and composer Kris Davis. CREDITS Jamie Holmes - alto saxophone Elly Blackham - tenor saxophone Isaac Randell - tenor saxophone Joshua Ford-King - trumpet Joshua Mackie - trombone Nick Gregory - guitar Jack Dobson - double bass Oscar Garvie - drums Andrea Keller - piano Proudly supported by Evans. Image: Gregory Lorenzutti, 2025