The twenty piece George Lake Big Band has thrilled audiences around the Greater Toronto Area for over a decade with their combination of sassy brass and swinging saxes coupled with fine vocals. Whether you are looking for sophisticated sounds of yesteryear or hard driving swing the George Lake Big Band can cover it. Weddings, celebrations, jazz festivals are all taken in stride by this versatile unit that has played the Metro Convention Centre, Casa Loma, the Granite Club, National Yacht Club, The Toronto Jazz Festival, Beaches Jazz Festival......well you get the idea.....everywhere! If you want to dance the George Lake Big band is the band for you as all styles are covered and in strict tempo if desired.

Presenting its sixth annual event in Trillium Park, the Summer Live Music Festival 2025 features a diverse and compelling program: with Award Winning Jazz Bands plus world music and Contemporary A cappella groups.

The SLMF is FREE to the public.

The Trillium Park has lawn seating so bringing your own blanket or lawn chair is recommended.

Location: Trillium Park

We are RimayCanada, an Andean Music group confirmed by family. Thanks to music we have traveled countries demonstrating our culture. Sharing our dialect, our clothing, our instruments. We share joys and sorrows thanks to the feeling of music. Rimay we have a history of more than 20 years since we are always from generations to generations!! We have visited countries like Korea, Japan, Russia, Germany, Holland, etc. And now Canada. We thank the people and that this gift that God gave us was to share with cultures and traditions and make them one and that Latin America united is one.

Location: Lee Lifeson Art Park, North York

Wanderer is a jazz/R&B band that blends elements of live improvisation and jazz with modern song writing and some familiar songs, to create a memorable musical experience sure to stay with you beyond the night!

Location: North American Centre Courtyard - TTC Finch Station

One of the most exciting bands around, the Toronto All-Star Big Band revives the spirit, style and sound of the 30’s, 40’s and 50’s – that golden age of the big bands.

Armed with brilliant programming, choreography and engaging cultural nostalgia, this vibrant cast of awesome young talent has earned its position at the top of list of presenters throughout Ontario and in the USA. Theatrical engagements are far reaching, and recent gigs have included the Glenn Miller festival in Clarinda Iowa, the Villages and the Snowbird Extravaganza in Florida, the Muskoka Lakes Music Festival, Beaches International Jazz Festival, Art Park in Lewiston N.Y. and Toronto’s famed Palais Royale, Casa Loma and the Old Mill.

Current Members:

Saxophones

Dominic Kosciolek

David Durowaye

Tyler Prince

Samantha Carson

Harrison Perlmutar

Trumpets

David Malcolm

Liam Lees

Peter Lowe

Olivia Bates

Trombones

Ben Strumas

Nathan Smitiuch

Matthew Noel

Ethan Saludares-Goodridge

Rhythm

Thales Hunter

Hannah Scholes

Evita Lalonde

Alex Pazzano

Vocalists

Teagan McFarlane

Elona Oraha

Aria de Castro

Joshua Huerto

Andrew Lowe

Soul Central Band members:

Beth Lane - Vocals, Bandleader

Lhamo Tso - Vocals

Steven Prasetya - Vocals

Sam Heintzman - Trumpet

Ethan Williams - Tenor Saxophone/FX

Ethan McBrien - Guitar

Simon Williams - Piano/Keyboards

Josh Warren - Bass

Matteo Romaniello - Drums

Location: Lee Lifeson Art Park, North York

Fresh, brilliant, and funky as hell are just some of the ways audience members describe Junestone. It doesn’t take long for the band’s wild and groovy vibe to sweep a room. As sincere as they are beguiling, Junestone’s music is ear-catching, memorable, and at times delightfully outrageous. The band features Borys Franiczek on guitars, Ian Aisling on keyboards, Olivia Brown on bass and vocals, and Justin McHugh on drums.

Location: North American Centre Contryard - TTC Finch Station

Selena Savage 10tet Band Members:

Mattaus Gretzinger - alto sax

Joel Bracken - tenor sax

Patrick Smith - bari sax

Enoch Lodu - trumpet

Arthur Jones - trumpet

Selena Savage - trombone

Daniel Grushcow - trombone

Duncan Wilson - piano

Chris Parnis - bass

Alex Sgrignoli - drums

Location: Lee Lifeson Art Park, North York

Seu is a Mexican singer-songwriter currently based in Toronto, Canada. Over the past five years, he has performed across Canada and internationally, playing at festivals, private events, and concerts in countries such as Germany, Spain, Ireland, Mexico, and Canada. His music breathes new life into the traditional "bolero" genre by blending it with contemporary styles like reggae, R&B, soul, Latin Jazz and gypsy jazz.

The Thomas Steele 10Tet is a ten-piece contemporary large ensemble based in Toronto, Ontario. While a modern and contemporary group, the music composed and performed by the group is rooted in the jazz tradition. The group has performed across the city in a variety of venues, and has been a featured ensemble in the 2020, 2021 and 2022 Toronto TU Jazz Festival.

Location: Lee Lifeson Art Park, North York

Welcome to the magical world of sounds and passion, crafted by the talented musicians of our band, proudly named Groovy Turtles. In its grandeur and freedom, our collective aspires to convey emotions through music. Music, a beautiful gift, is something we are eager to share with everyone without exception. Bringing joy and love through music is the most exquisite expression in the world. Nothing caresses our hearts like the weightless sounds of the beautiful and the unfathomable.

When Alex Kazak made the leap to Barrie, ON in 2024, he didn’t just sit around waiting for inspiration to strike—he dove headfirst into the vibrant jazz scene! As a seasoned musician and jazz pianist, he thought, “Why not stir the pot with some new projects?” Enter Alexandra Giroux, a fantastic singer and longtime collaborator. In a flash, Alex organized a jam session to scout for local talent. It didn’t take long for the rhythm to build—two amazing musicians hopped on board to form the House Band. First up, we have Joe Adamick, a phenomenal drummer and percussionist. If you think he can't handle the beat, just wait until you see him juggle drumsticks! Then there’s Kene Hyatt, our bass player with a heart of gold and improvisations so deep they could give the ocean a run for its money! And of course, Alexandra Giroux was there, bringing her enchanting vocals to the mix.

A 26-year-old singer and songwriter, Santiago is bringing a new concept of Latin Jazz and Salsa. He has reunited some of the best new-gen musicians in Toronto to create the teamba Band, involving afrocuban, jazz and RnB influences.

Adopting multicultural musical influences from each of its members, the band is consolidated as the new generation of Latin Jazz and Salsa, so their arrangements link all of their musicians background.

Harana Kwintet is a Filipino jazz-folk fusion band based in Toronto. Inspired by the traditional Filipino practice of harana (serenade), the band reimagines classic Philippine music using contemporary jazz techniques, blending cultural authenticity with modern innovation.

Caliber Funk is a 7-piece funk/R&B sensation. From the sounds of Michael Jackson to the rhythmic energy of bands like Lettuce and Stevie Wonder, we bring an electric and engaging performance. We captivate audiences by not just playing to them, but by interacting with them and making them part of the experience.

Since the original band's inception in 2012 as Accolades, Caliber Funk has played iconic sets at Dundas Square, Horseshoe Tavern, and River and Sky Festival. We have been lucky enough to open for fantastic acts like Teenage Head and Five Alarm Funk.

We are currently working on a brand new EP with some hot new tracks. Keep an eye out for our new single dropping in 2025!`