SHRADDHA PAI TRIO
5.30
The Shraddha Pai Trio is making its debut at Drom Taberna! The band is known for its cosmopolitan jazz selections celebrating influences from around the world and in many languages. Come enjoy a truffle-box selection of tunes for wanderers at heart, including classic Swing, Brazilian Bossa Nova and Samba, French jazz, Bollywood Boogie, and more.
The band’s latest EP, “Into the Moonlight”, has been featured on over 30 radio stations, including CBC Radio’s “Saturday Night Jazz” with Laila Biali, and National Public Radio in the USA.
Shraddha Pai’s voice is a standout, with a versatile style that moves from silken smooth to brassy and electric, capturing the essence of the Jazz Era while bringing a contemporary, soulful interpretation to each song. A dynamic live performer who sings in languages as diverse as English, French, Hindi, and Portuguese, Shraddha is also an established singer in the Indian community in the GTA. In February 2025, Shraddha performed at the Toronto Pavilion with the Bollywood band, “The Culture Criminals”. In 2024, Shraddha was a runner-up in the prestigious Panorama Idol contest, further solidifying her reputation as a rising talent.
The band features top musicians from the Toronto jazz scene, including Nathaniel Edgar on keys and Alex McPherson on bass. The band is also a favourite of Swing dancers, performing routinely at Swing Toronto’s Saturday Night Swing. This year, they transported audiences to the Gatsby age at the Roaring ‘20s Garden Party in Spadina Museum.
CRUZIBO
8.00
High Energy Latin Jazz
$15 cover after 10PM and $20 after 2AM, with all proceeds going directly to the musicians performing.
ORQUESTA C4
11.30
The diverse styles of music that Orqestra C4 bring from Salsa and Cumbia to Vallenato and Merengue represent the different countries from which each member comes from.
ADAMA DAOU
2.30
Adama Daou Band blends rich West African traditions with contemporary global influences, creating a dynamic and immersive sound. Led by Malian balafon virtuoso Adama Daou, the ensemble fuses intricate polyrhythms, soaring melodies, and modern instrumentation, bridging traditional Manding music with jazz, funk, and electronic elements. Their performances are both deeply rooted and forward-thinking, offering a mesmerizing journey through Africa’s sonic landscapes with a fresh, innovative twist.
Through simple rhythmic and melodic exercises, the Adama Daou Band introduces participants to the balafon — a traditional African wooden xylophone recognized by UNESCO as a masterpiece of intangible cultural heritage. The balafon’s soothing tones offer a unique and immersive musical experience. Grab your sticks and create your own sound, inspired by rhythm and your inner spirit.