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SUMMARY:Jazz on the Plaza
DESCRIPTION:Jazz on the Plaza is BPAC’s beloved free summer concert series\, transforming our Outdoor Plaza into a lively gathering place for music\, community\, and warm summer afternoons and evenings in downtown Burlington. Each year\, the series showcases outstanding Canadian jazz artists – from rising local talents to internationally celebrated performers – inviting audiences to relax\, connect\, and experience live music under the open sky. A long-standing tradition at BPAC\, Jazz on the Plaza celebrates the power of music to bring people together and animate the heart of our city. \nFriday August 7 2026 \n6pm \nIrene Torres opens the 2026 Jazz on the Plaza with a vibrant blend of jazz\, soul\, and Afro-Peruvian influences. Born in Lima\, Peru and raised in Canada after arriving as a refugee\, Torres has become a celebrated voice in Toronto’s diverse music scene. Known for her powerful stage presence and genre-spanning collaborations – from blues and soul with Irene Torres & The Sugar Devils to her latest project Travesía – her music is a soulful journey shaped by culture\, storytelling\, and rhythm. \nhttps://www.irenetorres.com/ \n7:15pm \nEmpanadas Ilegales is a six-piece tropical psychedelic ensemble from Vancouver formed by Latin American and Canadian musicians exploring the space between diaspora and homeland. Blending cumbia\, salsa and Afro-Caribbean rhythms with surf rock\, psychedelia and free-form improvisation\, the band creates hypnotic\, dance-driven music rooted in tradition and experimentation. Known for their electrifying live shows\, Empanadas Ilegales have performed at major festivals including Montreal Jazz Festival\, Sled Island\, JUNOFest and Calgary Folk Fest\, earning a reputation as one of Canada’s most exciting genre-bending Latin ensembles. \nhttps://empanadasilegales.com/ \n  \nSaturday August 8 2026 \n2pm \nWaleed Kush Afro-Jazz is a dynamic ensemble inspired by the artists and landscapes that shape its sound\, always evolving and in a constant state of becoming. Blending African rhythms with the traditions of American jazz\, their music creates a vibrant cultural meeting place rooted in exploration\, inclusivity\, and accessibility. More than a band\, they embody African values of community and shared knowledge\, forging meaningful connections with audiences. Through workshops\, mentorship\, and collective learning\, the group – who describe themselves as “humanity practitioners” – use music as a healing art\, creating transformative spaces for all who listen. \n  \nhttps://www.waleedkush.ca/ \n3:15pm \nSammy Jackson is a JUNO Award-winning jazz vocalist and songwriter from Niagara whose warm\, expressive voice blends jazz\, R&B\, and pop influences. A graduate of the University of Toronto’s jazz program\, her acclaimed EP With Youearned the 2021 JUNO for Vocal Jazz Album of the Year. Jackson performs across Canada’s leading jazz venues and festivals\, captivating audiences with intimate storytelling and soulful style. \nhttps://www.sammyjackson.com/ \n4:30pm \nCelebrate the legends of jazz with Ori Dagan’s The Grand Voices of Jazz. This vibrant new program pays tribute to the iconic singers who shaped the genre—from the dazzling scat of Ella Fitzgerald to the soulful drama of Billie Holiday and the elegance of Canada’s own Eleanor Collins. With his rich baritone voice\, playful improvisation\, and outstanding band\, Dagan brings these timeless songs to life in a joyful\, unforgettable performance. \nhttps://www.oridagan.com/ \n5:45pm \nBorn on the streets of Toronto in 2017\, Big Smoke Brass is a leading voice in the Canadian Brass landscape. Dedicated to fostering community and connecting people through their high-energy music\, the band has given hundreds of performances across Canada and released a growing discography of original music & videos. Wherever you may be\, Big Smoke Brass is determined to share their love of music with you. \nhttps://bigsmokebrass.com/ \n7pm \nJUNO Award–winning pianist\, vocalist\, and composer Laila Biali brings her radiant artistry to Jazz on the Plaza. Known for her soaring vocals\, masterful piano playing\, and genre-blending style\, Biali seamlessly weaves jazz with pop\, soul\, and contemporary songwriting. A former musical director for Sting and collaborator with artists such as Chris Botti and Suzanne Vega\, she is one of Canada’s most celebrated jazz artists. With captivating stage presence and heartfelt musicianship\, Laila Biali delivers a performance that is both sophisticated and deeply soulful. \nhttps://lailabiali.com/ \nSunday August 9 2026 \n2pm \nDizzy & Fay is the piano-vocal project of Southern Ontario songwriters Mark Lalama and Amanda Walther\, blending heartfelt songwriting with timeless jazz sensibility. Their music feels instantly familiar – songs that sound like classics from the very first listen. With acclaimed albums Songbook and Hooked\, regular jazz radio play across Canada and the U.S.\, and captivating onstage chemistry\, Dizzy & Fay are quickly winning devoted audiences everywhere they perform. \nhttps://dizzyandfay.com/ \n3:15pm \nKellylee Evans brings her powerhouse voice and soulful style to Jazz on the Plaza. The JUNO Award–winning vocalist blends jazz\, soul\, and R&B with effortless elegance\, delivering performances that are both intimate and electrifying. With her rich tone\, magnetic stage presence\, and deeply expressive interpretations\, Evans creates an unforgettable evening of music that moves the heart and lifts the spirit. \nhttps://kellyleeevans.com/ \n4:30pm \nHeather Bambrick returns to the Plaza with her unmistakable voice\, infectious energy\, and deep love of jazz. A celebrated Canadian vocalist\, broadcaster\, and longtime friend of the series\, Bambrick brings warmth\, swing\, and joyful storytelling to every performance – making this the perfect finale to another unforgettable summer of jazz. \nhttps://www.heatherbambrick.ca/
URL:https://tourismburlington.ca/event/jazz-on-the-plaza/
LOCATION:Burlington Performing Arts Centre\, 440 Locust Street\, Burlington\, Ontario\, L7S 1T7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Live Music & Entertainment
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SUMMARY:Music from the Rooftop - Starla Silvestri
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a summer evening listening to local talent while enjoying a premiere view of Burlington’s Downtown Waterfront! Join us on the Rooftop Terrace at Joseph Brant Museum on July 10 & 24 and August 7 & 21 for our “Music from the Rooftop” series. Each evening will feature a performance by a local musician\, beginning at 7:30pm. Doors will open at 6:30pm for guests to browse the museum’s galleries prior to the performance. Galleries currently include the special exhibition\, “eat make share: a taste of immigration.” \nTickets are $20/adults\, $18/seniors and students. \nTicket includes 1-hour live musical performance and admission to the museum’s galleries. Beverages and snacks will be available for purchase in the museum’s gift shop. This is a 12+ event. \nThank you to our event sponsor SB Partners. \nMUSIC FROM THE ROOFTOP SCHEDULE: \nJuly 10 – Michelle Hedley\nJuly 24 – Jeremy Guther\nAugust 7 – Starla Silvestri\nAugust 21 – Mo Guzman \nIn the case of inclement weather\, performances will take place inside Joseph Brant Museum’s Lakefront/Shoreline rooms.
URL:https://tourismburlington.ca/event/music-from-the-rooftop-2/
LOCATION:Joseph Brant Museum\, 1240 North Shore Blvd E\, Burlington\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live Music & Entertainment
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