Ensemble Vivant - Latin Romance (2019)

Ensemble Vivant has been thrilling audiences of all ages in concert and on Recordings for over 3 decades. A favourite wherever the group performs, Ensemble Vivant receives accolades internationally. A pioneer in the piano chamber music world, Ensemble Vivant’s exciting, innovative programming ranges from Classical to the syncopated rhythms of Ragtime, music of The Great American Songbook, Latin, and other Jazz related styles. Ensemble Vivant’s unique core instrumentation of piano, violin, viola, cello and bass, suggests and delivers these diverse musical genres, which the group has been steeped in for over 30 years. Frequently joining the core quintet are greats from the Toronto Jazz community, including Don Thompson, O.C., vibes, Kevin Turcotte, trumpet/flugelhorn; Mike Murley, sax; Nick Fraser, drums; Juan Carlos Medrano, Latin Percussion, and others. Passionate, virtuosic performances and a warm engaging rapport with all audiences add to the immense appeal of this unique, much adored group. Jazz great Rick Wilkins, C.M. commented: “This is the highest-level chamber music-making. No matter the genre, there is magic in Ensemble Vivant’s music-making.” Ensemble Vivant record’s for Opening Day Entertainment Group and Latin Romance is the group’s 14th recording through the registered, non-profit charity, Euterpe: Music is the Key,

Ensemble Vivant is known for fostering a love of great music among our youth. Live, high calibre, interactive, inspirational performances of Classical, Jazz and related musical styles are brought to those who might not otherwise be exposed to these life-enhancing opportunities. With a principal focus on children, these musical genres are known to provide inestimable benefits to the developing brain. Euterpe’s invaluable musical initiatives have been endorsed by the scientific community and have been enriching the lives of children and their communities for over a dozen years.