ELI BENNETT

Vancouver contemporary jazz saxophonist and film composer Eli Bennett has 35 awards to his credit and an enviable CV. He’s shared the stage with Oscar Peterson, Hank Jones, Barry Harris, Terence Blanchard and Dave Holland, playing with a lightning style worthy of the greats. Bringing in his album Breakthrough, he invites us to experience a rich groove at the service of sophisticated jazz compositions. High-flying, but always accessible. Nominated for the TD Grand Jazz Award and the Galaxie Rising Star Award.