Reviews

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Review: Samara Joy is the parade that won’t be rained on at Ottawa Jazz...

Threats of a downpour didn't stop Ottawa Jazz Festival attendees from taking to Confederation Park for Samara Joy's parade of a performance.
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Review: Broken Social Scene’s intoxicating sonic soundscape transforms Ottawa Jazz Festival

Broken Social Scene took intoxicating alternative rock with jazz influences to the Ottawa Jazz Festival for an electric night of performance.
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Review: The Roots rock Ottawa Jazz Festival stage with rhythm and groove

On the third night of the Ottawa Jazz Festival, The Roots' impressive live instrumentation and improvisation took to Confederation Park.
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Review: Ottawa Jazz Festival opens with Allison Russell, clarinet and hope

Kicking off Ottawa's 45th annual Jazz Festival, Grammy-winner Allison Russell performed intimate songs of resilience and hope.
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Review: Humour meets heart in Ottawa Little Theatre’s ‘37 Postcards’

In Ottawa Little Theatre's '37 Postcards,' humour and heartfelt moments craft a fast-paced performance across a meticulous stage.