The Maple Blues Band 2024

Get ready for an electrifying night of blues that you won't forget!

The Maple Blues Band is taking the stage for an evening filled with soul-stirring tunes that will get you grooving and feeling the rhythm deep in your bones. This is your chance to experience the blues like never before!

Founded by key members of the legendary Downchild Blues Band, The Maple Blues Band has been the heart and soul of the Maple Blues Awards since its inception. It all started at a Toronto Blues Society meeting after the 1998 Maple Blues Awards when band leader Gary Kendall took on the challenge to elevate the music for the event. The result? A powerhouse band that has become a fixture in the blues community, known for its ability to masterfully play every style—from Delta Blues to Southside Chicago Blues, New Orleans Funk, Uptown Blues, Zydeco, Blues Rock, and most importantly, Canadian Blues.

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Over the past 24 years, The Maple Blues Band has grown into a big band with an unmistakable sound, often referred to as 'Big Band Blues'. Their dedication to crafting original instrumental music has set them apart, and in 2022, they released their album "LET'S GO" under Cordova Bay Records—a culmination of years of collaboration and songwriting.

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Meet the incredible musicians behind the magic:

• Gary Kendall: bassist, band leader, musical director
• Pat Carey: tenor saxophone, horn arrangements
• Teddy Leonard: guitar
• Al Lerman: harmonica, acoustic guitar
• Jim Casson: drums, percussion
• Howard Moore: trumpet
• Lance Anderson: Hammond B3, piano, accordion
• Alison Young: baritone saxophone, tenor saxophone, soprano saxophone
• Meirion Kelly: trombone
• Roshane Wright: percussion

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Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to witness blues music at its finest!