Composer, clarinetist/saxophonist James Danderfer has made an impressive mark as a band leader working with some of North America’s finest including Steve Nelson, Quincy Davis, Don Thompson and Oliver Gannon. James’ melodic approach to the rarely heard bass clarinet is at once rooted in the jazz tradition and uniquely personal. Sharing the front line is soulful trumpeter Chris Davis who’s resume includes Sharon Jones, Michael Bublé, Ian Hendrickson-Smith (The Tonight Show), and Jon Batiste (The Late Show). Rounding out the quintet are local favourites Victor Noriega on piano, Conrad Good on bass, and Nicholas Bracewell on drums.
