Music, Multi/Interdisciplinary — Hands-On Activity, Collective Creation
Brian is a specialist in Dalcroze Eurhythmics, a holistic approach to music education founded by Emile Jaques-Dalcroze, a Swiss music theorist, and academic who revolutionized music education with an integrated, whole-body educational approach. Research has shown that by adding the kinesthetic element to music learning, one’s awareness and execution of all the elements of music are heightened, resulting in deeper listening, more glistening performances, and an increased flow and joy in music— and life! In this multi-aged workshop, participants are invited into the joyous world of music-making through invigorating combinations of singing, moving, improvising, and musical games!
Brian Katz, Solo Guitar. Kensington Market Jazz Festival
Pay What You Can.
Brian Katz, Host/Performer, Canadian Cabaret, Ashkenaz Festival
Free
Internationally acclaimed guitarist/pianist/composer Brian Katz guides us on an intimate yet “orchestral” journey featuring his trademark evocative compositions and perky free improvisations informed by the worlds of jazz, classical and various world music streams. With special guests, long-time esteemed colleagues, bassist George Koller and Soprano saxist/bansuri flautist, Ernie Tollar. The program will feature Brian in solo, duo and trio settings.
Of Brian’s latest solo guitar recording, “Leaves Will Speak” :
“ Upon first hearing ,one is attracted by the freshness and purity of these musical statements, which succeed in capturing our attention by drawing from a diverse range of sources to form a beautifully coherent program”. Thierry Giard, Culture Jazz, France
“I admit that some of these pieces literally moved me to tears, because they give wordless expression to such intensely felt, absolute, unguarded openness, because the playing is so unobtrusively urgent, so inescapably close…if you want music that speaks — here it is” Alexander Schmitz, noted European jazz journalist, author, Jazz Podium Magazine, Germany.
“The sensitive poet with a flawless classical sound has a special sense of what happens between the notes; a sense from which he develops introspectively lyrical lines and gives the music what it needs: space and time” Jens Hausmann, Akustik Gitarre, Germany
“The whole vibe is Brian’s own blend of classical, medieval, Spanish, Jazz, Blues, finger-picking Folk, Greek, Middle Eastern and Klezmer— you can hear all those threads in the weave of this album’s harmonic fabric. You can enjoy the play of musical intelligence on this album, and dig into a rich horde of experience gathered along the way of Brian’s 30 year international career” Stanley Fefferman, Opus One Review, Canada
“You never feel like you’re being overwhelmed by technique as much as by being won over by a convincing discussion.” George W. Harris, Jazz Weekly, USA
Brian Katz — Classical Guitar, Piano
Ernie Tollar — Soprano Sax/Bansuri Flute/Ney
George Koller — Bass
Brian Katz, Dan Yashinsky (storyteller)
Earle Bales Park (Bathurst/Sheppard). FREE.
Free concert as part of Jewish Music Week
Join the KlezFactor Trio for a lively hour of terrific Klezmer! More than just a musical performance — clarinetist Mike Anklewicz gives historical background to beautifully introduce each tune. KlezFactor’s exciting repertoire is drawn from historical recordings and musical archives. With Brian Katz on guitar and Jim Sexton on bass, this is real Klezmer for music lovers!
Brian Katz (guitar), Jonno Lightstone (clarinet)
Live music as part of the “Bella did you eat” Sunday brunch.
1st seating – Reserve between 10:30 – 11am, music at 11:45
2nd seating – Reserve at 1:15pm Club (1:00 Bistro), music at 1:45
Buffet includes over 50 Homemade Items – Potato latkes, blintzes, lox eggs & onions, challah, french toast, sour cream, apple sauce, bagels, lox & cream cheese mix, salmon patties, gelfilte fish, cheese, salads galore, fresh fruit, cheeses, cakes, sweets, tea, coffee and much more! Children 12 and under 1/2 price, 3 and under free.
From Belz to Broadway, w Theresa Tova, David Warrack, Concert 7:30 at Beth Radom.
You can order online ($36) at www.bethradom.com or by calling 416-636-3451.
Live music as part of the “Bella did you eat” Sunday brunch.
1st seating – Reserve between 10:30 – 11am, music at 11:45
2nd seating – Reserve at 1:15pm Club (1:00 Bistro), music at 1:45
Buffet includes over 50 Homemade Items – Potato latkes, blintzes, lox eggs & onions, challah, french toast, sour cream, apple sauce, bagels, lox & cream cheese mix, salmon patties, gelfilte fish, cheese, salads galore, fresh fruit, cheeses, cakes, sweets, tea, coffee and much more! Children 12 and under 1/2 price, 3 and under free.
Jonno Lightstone (clarinet, flute)
Brian Katz (guitar, piano)
Reservations Recommended
