Under the direction of Steve McFarlane, the After Hours Jazz Band is proud to bring this blues-inspired concert to audience members. Whether it’s a straight-ahead 12-bar blues or simply music that is undeniably rooted in the blues, Basically Blues is sure to entertain audience members. The After Hours Jazz Band will be joined by Juno Award-winning artist William Carn on trombone.
William Carn
William Carn is a leading figure in Canadian contemporary jazz, renowned for his exceptional trombone playing and compelling compositions. His performances have captivated audiences internationally and across Canada.
In 2020, he received the Juno Award for Best Jazz Group as a member of the ensemble Turboprop, and currently leads the Carn Davidson 9, a collaborative project with his wife, saxophonist Tara Davidson.
His extensive performance and recording experience includes collaborations with jazz luminaries such as Rob McConnell, Randy Brecker, David Binney, Kenny Wheeler, Tim Hagans, Barry Harris, Carla Bley, Steve Swallow, Vince Mendoza, Don Braden, Joel Frahm, Mike Murley, Hilario Duran, Jim McNeely, and John Clayton. A sought-after freelance musician in Toronto, Mr. Carn's diverse career spans genres. He has performed and recorded with prominent artists, including Aretha Franklin, Feist, Johnny Reid, Sarah Slean, Janelle Monáe, David Clayton-Thomas, Laila Biali, Luc Doucet, Emily Haines, Peabo Bryson, Sheena Easton, Christopher Cross, Measha Brueggergosman, Michael Kaeshammer, Jill Barber, Emilie-Claire Barlow, Jeff Healey, and Colin James. He is a regular performer in the pit orchestras for Mirvish Productions and, formerly, the Stratford Festival.
Mr. Carn is a proud Rath Trombone Artist, sought-after clinician, and dedicated educator. He has conducted workshops and masterclasses at prestigious institutions across Canada. He currently serves on the faculty of the University of Toronto Jazz Studies program.
About Hamilton All Star Jazz
Hamilton All Star Jazz has been entertaining audiences locally and abroad since 1984. The conception of lifelong Hamiltonian musician and educator Russ Weil, their ensembles have performed at the Ontario Music Educators Association, the International Association for Jazz Educators, and the Jazz Education Network Conferences. The groups have performed at the Golden Horseshoe Music Festival and Musicfest Canada countless times, where they have been recognized for their outstanding performances. Internationally, bands have performed throughout Europe, including the Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland. Their ensembles have shared the stage with such Canadian jazz greats as Pat LaBarbera, Rob McConnell, Guido Basso, Kenny Wheeler, and the great Phil Nimmons, to name a few. Their alumni have garnered much industry acclaim, including countless JUNO Award nominations and wins, as well as 2 Grammy wins.
Peller Hall is fully accessible, with parking behind Memorial and in nearby lots, and bar service on site. The concert begins at 2:00 PM. Tickets are available exclusively through our box office, online or at 905-304-3232.
Saturday, April 3
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Parking is available behind the centre and in nearby public lots.
Peller Hall is fully accessible, with parking behind Memorial and in nearby lots, and bar service on site.
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre · 357 Wilson Street East
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