Bands & Activities

Hamilton All Star Jazz Band

Saturday, June 18th - Classical Stage at the Burlington Art Centre - 1:00pm

Hamilton All Star Jazz Band was established in 1984 by teacher, director and musician, Russ Weil.  Dr. Weil wanted to ensure that a high level of artistic experience would carry on for students in this part of Southern Ontario.  With four separate groups currently running, ages 12-25, the organization is now unique in Canada, continuing to develop the talents of young musicians.  Over the years the band has been featured at international events such as Expo 86 in Vancouver, the Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland four times, the Vienne Jazz Festival in France, the Canadian Embassy in Paris, the International Association for Jazz Education Conference in New York City and the 2003 Juno Beach Centre opening ceremonies in Normandy. They have released eight CDs with guest appearances by some of the world’s greatest jazz artists, and have performed for the Prime Minister, the Governor General and for the golden jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II.