ONJ Launches 2024 Season with Ella Fitzgerald Tribute Featuring Caity Gyorgy
National Jazz Orchestra of Montreal (ONJ) Kicks Off 2024 Season with Tribute to Ella Fitzgerald, Featuring Caity Gyorgy
Montreal’s Premier Jazz Orchestra Celebrates Iconic Jazz Legends. Get Your Tickets Today!
The National Jazz Orchestra of Montreal (ONJ) is set to launch its highly anticipated 2024 season with a captivating tribute to the legendary Ella Fitzgerald. Taking place on September 19, 2024, at 8:00 PM at Place des Arts’ Cinquième Salle, this event will feature two-time JUNO Award-winning vocalist Caity Gyorgy, interpreting the iconic works of Irving Berlin. This concert, a harmonious blend of the Great American Songbook and jazz legacy, promises to deliver an unforgettable evening for music lovers.
Jean-Nicolas Trottier, the musical director of ONJ, expressed his excitement about the season’s opener: “We are thrilled to open our season with such a powerful tribute to Ella Fitzgerald. Caity Gyorgy’s incredible ability to interpret Irving Berlin’s repertoire, while honoring Fitzgerald’s legacy, will make this concert a truly remarkable experience.”
Gyorgy’s bebop and swing mastery have taken her to prestigious jazz festivals and clubs across Canada and internationally. Collaborating with top-tier musicians like Christine Jensen and Pat LaBarbera, she has solidified her place in the jazz world. For Gyorgy, this tribute to Ella Fitzgerald is a personal milestone: “Performing Fitzgerald’s work is a dream come true. Her interpretation of Irving Berlin’s music left an indelible mark on jazz history, and it’s a privilege to share this tribute with Montreal.”
A Star-Studded 2024 Season
ONJ’s 2024 season doesn’t stop at this one-time tribute. The fall lineup brings together a range of acclaimed artists, making it a standout season for jazz enthusiasts.
On October 3, 2024, ONJ will feature bassist Michael Formanek at the Gesù as part of the OFF Festival de Jazz. Jeanne Rochette will perform alongside pianist François Bourassa on October 10, at Théâtre Alphonse-Desjardins for her album launch. November 8 brings Japanese conductor Miho Hazama to the Gesù, followed by a special Christmas-themed performance by Damien Robitaille at Cinquième Salle on December 21.
Looking ahead to 2025, ONJ’s offerings continue to shine. February 13 brings Grammy-nominated singer Malika Tirolien with a jazz studio orchestra performance directed by Trottier, while March 20 will feature a revisitation of UZEB bassist Alain Caron’s works. The season wraps up on April 19 with clarinetist Virginia Frigault-McDonald performing Stravinsky and Bernstein classics, including a world premiere by Trottier.
The 2024 season is shaping up to be an eclectic blend of both established and emerging talents, cementing ONJ’s place as a leader in Montreal’s jazz scene. Whether you’re a long-time jazz lover or new to the genre, this season offers something for everyone. For more information on the concerts and to purchase tickets, visit ONJ’s official website.
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