The Steve Holt Jazz Impact Quintet
September 14, & 15 @ 8:00pm
Kevin Turcotte - Trumpet & Flugelhorn
Perry White - Tenor Saxophone
Steve Holt - Piano
Duncan Hopkins - Bass
Terry Clarke - Drums
Steve Holt is a JUNO-nominated jazz pianist and one of Canada’s premier jazz artists. A graduate of McGill University’s prestigious music program (B.Mus Jazz Performance, 1981), Holt built his career through decades of international performances, collaborations, and critically acclaimed recordings. He has performed with legendary figures such as Archie Shepp, Larry Coryell, James Moody, Eddie "Cleanhead" Vinson, Bob Mover, and Michel Urbaniak. In 1983, Holt's debut album earned a JUNO nomination, setting the tone for a career marked by artistic excellence and innovation. In 2002, he earned Honorable Mention at the USA Songwriting Competition, the world’s largest songwriting contest. In 2025 he put together The Steve Holt Jazz Impact Quintet, a powerhouse all-star ensemble featuring Canada’s top jazz talent. The group delivers electrifying performances rooted in jazz tradition but fueled by modern creativity. In April 2025, Steve Holt released "The Steve Holt Jazz Impact Quintet – IMPACT," his first album as leader and composer in over two decades.