Jazzfest 2022

June 21, 2022
to
June 26, 2022

Tuesday, June 21

Elizabeth Shepherd and Michael Occhipinti - Workshop | 2:00PM | Esplanade Front Lawn | Free

Bring a blanket or festival chair. We will have some chairs on hand.

Laila Biali | 7:00 PM | Esplanade Terrace

Award-winning Canadian singer-songwriter, pianist and CBC Music national radio host Laila Biali has headlined festivals and venues spanning five continents from New York City's Carnegie Hall to Beijing's National Centre for the Performing Arts, and supported international icon Sting.

Amanda Tosoff featuring Emilie-Claire Barlow | 9:30 PM | Esplanade Terrace

Toronto based jazz pianist, composer and educator and 2022 JUNO nominee Amanda Tosoff brings her quintet to Medicine Hat, featuring JUNO award winning vocalist Emilie-Claire Barlow.

Wednesday, June 22

Jocelyn Gould - Workshop | 2:00PM | Esplanade Front Lawn | Free

Bring a blanket or festival chair. We will have some chairs on hand.

Elizabeth Shepherd and Michael Occhipinti | 7:00 PM | Esplanade Terrace

Two festival favorites return with their blend of jazz and electric groove with a tribute to the music of Bruce Cockburn and more!

Jocelyn Gould | 9:30 PM | Esplanade Terrace

Jocelyn Gould, seen as a leader in the next generation of great mainstream jazz guitarists, has captivated audiences around the world with her joyful energy. She has absorbed the influences of the jazz guitar greats and has woven them into an exciting personal sound.

 Thursday, June 23

Under the Surface - Workshop | 2:00PM | Esplanade Front Lawn | Free

Bring a blanket or festival chair. We will have some chairs on hand.

Heavyweights Brass Band | 7:00 PM | Esplanade Terrace

The Heavyweights Brass Band hits hard with its seasoned blend of groove, energy, virtuosity, and originality!

Under the Surface | 9:30 PM | Esplanade Terrace

Dutch band Under The Surface was formed in 2015 and since then has enjoyed a great deal of international success. The fully improvised concerts of Under the Surface continue to be an experience for both band and audience.

Friday, June 24

Sanah Kadoura Duality| 7:00 PM | Esplanade Terrace

Electrifying Lebanese-Canadian drummer Sanah Kadoura has performed and toured the world with masters of the music industry as well as up and comers.

Esteban Herrera Quintet | 9:30 PM | Esplanade Terrace

The Esteban Herrera Quintet is a Latin contemporary jazz project with one JUNO nominated album released called The Prophet.

Saturday, June 25

Baritone Madness | 9:30 PM | Esplanade Terrace

Baritone Madness was formed by Pat Belliveau, Keith O’Rourke, and Gareth Bane to bring the magic of the baritone saxophone toaudiences across North America. 

Sunday, June 26

Ciara Hager Quartet | 7:00 PM | Esplanade Terrace

Medicine Hat native Ciara Hager brings jazz violinto the JazzFest wind-up this year with her Alberta quartet.

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