Exhilarating and exuberant, trombonist Audrey Ochoa from Alberta exemplifies an artist who has dedicated herself to expertise while remaining relevant and light-hearted. A rising star in her own right and a fixture on the Canadian music scene, she is decidedly captivating and original, and her compositional skill and talent on her instrument is spectacular.Her latest recording, “Frankenhorn” combining acoustic jazz and electronics was named 2020’s #1 jazz album in Canada and reached #1 on the US jazz charts in addition to earning her a 2020 Western Canadian Music Award. Audrey is a musician with endless confidence and skill that takes her audiences on a ever-evolving musical journey.Audrey Ochoa (tb), Mike Lent (b), Jim Head (g), Dave Laing (dr)
Events on the trade fair programme can only be attended with prior registration for the trade fair.
Tickets can be purchased for the events and concerts of the festival – including the showcases.
There are no individual tickets for the opening ceremony on Thursday, 27 April at 1 p.m. The event is open to registered trade visitors and holders of a regular festival ticket.