WEDNESDAY APRIL 9

JAYMZ BEE'S BIRTHDAY BASH

LULA LOUNGE
1585 Dundas West (West of Dufferin)
416.588.0307

doors @ 7:30pm | show @ 8:30pm
Tickets $20 at the door
Advance tickets only for those choosing to dine: call 416.599.0307 for reservations

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To celebrate Jaymz Bee's Birthday... come enjoy some electronic music, alternative pop, 80's disco-punk and more!

This evening will feature performances by: Chobo, Maylee Todd (solo), Luxury Bob, Fitness and a band Jaymz Bee has been a member of for a few years now, Bonzai Suzuki; who are just putting the finishing touches on their second CD which is due this summer.

Lula Lounge has powerful sound, groovy ambience, friendly staff and delicious food. If you want to dine, make reservations now!

And like all Bee bashes: dress to impress... style over fashion every time!

APRIL 10, 11 AND MAY 8

DINNER & SHOW @ BLOOM

BLOOM RESTAURANT
2315 Bloor Street West
416.767.1315

Seating starts as early as 5:00 | show @ 7:00pm
$35 for show and Prix Fixe Dinner

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Luis Mario Ochoa celebrates his birthday early April and will celebrate with two concerts at Bloom.

This hotspot located in Bloor West Village (near Jane) is jam-packed every time they feature live music. Between rave reviews in the media and word-of-mouth; you best book a table immediately as Thursday is pretty much sold out already! Chef Pedro does a wonderful job and the staff and customers are all so happy you are bound to make some new friends.

Luis Mario Ochoa and his Cuban Quartet, featuring Hilario Duran (keys), Roberto Riveron (bass) and Luis Orbegoso (percussion); perform April 10 and 11. On May 8th The Sicilian Trio (Michael and Roberto Occhipinti with vocalist Domenic Mancuso) will hold court. Reserve now!

FRIDAYS in APRIL

LULA WORLD/JAZZ

LULA LOUNGE
1585 Dundas West
416.588.0307

doors @ 6:30pm | show @ 8:00pm
Dinner reservations guarantee seating

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Each Friday at 8:00pm Lula Lounge presents a dinner show featuring top latin and world jazz artists.

· April 4. Max Senitt (followed by Son Ache)
· April 11. Yoser Rodriguez (followed by Yani Borrell)
· April 18. Jim Heineman (followed by Changui Havana)
· April 25. Guaracha y Son (followed by Cafe Cubano)

Music lovers can take in the performance but food aficionados will want to reserve a table for Lula's April Dinner & Show Special -- only $39. Enjoy the jazz set, a three-course dinner and introductory salsa lesson. It's a perfect night for two or to impress guests from out of town!

Lula Lounge welcomes you to stay for their feature -- a live salsa orchestra performance following the dinner music set!

SUNDAYS in APRIL

THE JAZZ BISTRO CELLAR (3rd floor)
251 Victoria Street
416.363.5299

doors @ 7:00pm | show 8-9:30pm
$PWYC

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When Don Francks opens his mouth to sing, he takes his audience on a journey.

This celebrated singer and actor is widely regarded as one of the finest and most authentic jazz voices in Canada, having released several recordings including "Jackie Gleason Says: No One in This World is Like Don Francks" (with guitar legend Lenny Breau), "Lost and Alone" (featuring orchestra arrangements by conductor Patrick Williams) and the original motion-picture soundtrack to Finian's Rainbow; among others.

At 82 years young, Francks has just released "21st Century Francks", a live recording which features some of Toronto's best-loved jazz veterans, including his MD and pianist for over three decades, Steve Hunter. They will perform songs from the CD, with many surprises along the way.

THURSDAY APRIL 17

JAZZ.FM91 Cabaret Series presents: CADENCE

Hugh's Room
2261 Dundas Street West

$40 advanced | $45 at the door

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Link for tickets: click here. Call for tickets: 416.595.0404

April 17 is the final concert of the JAZZ.FM91 Cabaret Series (sponsored by Churchill Cellars) and stars Canada's premiere vocal group Cadence.

Carl Berger, Ross Lynde, Lucas Marchand and Kurt Sampson are all brilliant singers on their own but when they come together as Cadence they are simply one of the best acapella vocal ensembles in North America. Cadence has released four critically acclaimed studio albums and is featured on "A Blues for the New World" by David Clayton Thomas who described this foursome as "pure genius"!

TUESDAY APRIL 22

JAZZ LIVES 10th Anniversary

Koerner Hall
273 Bloor Street West
416.408.0208

Tickets from $29-$115

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Headlining the 10th anniversary edition of "Jazz Lives" are: 7-time Grammy Award winning vibraphonist Gary Burton; guitar virtuoso and winner of the "Best Pop Instrumental Album" for HandPicked at the recent Grammy Awards, Earl Klugh; star of the Academy Award winning documentary "20 Feet From Stardom" and backup vocalist for The Rolling Stones, the incredible Lisa Fischer; from Havana, the Harold López-Nussa Duo; Toronto's own New Orleans inspired party group, The Heavyweights Brass Band; the JAZZ.FM91 Youth Big Band; and a surprise special guest to bring the house down for JAZZ.FM91's 10th anniversary concert event!

"Jazz Lives" is the biggest concert of the year for JAZZ.FM91 and is presented by Don Valley North Lexus, with help from First Capital, Sunwing.ca, and Blue Note. This show is almost totally sold out so get your tickets now!