Toronto Jazz Academy Orchestra
2026-2027 Season

The Toronto Jazz Academy Orchestra (TJAO) is an auditioned program for students interested in developing the fundamentals of jazz ensemble playing and improvisation.

Auditions are held each September, and rehearsals take place weekly at Royal York United Church in West Toronto. Throughout the year, the ensemble performs numerous concerts across the Greater Toronto Area and participates in masterclasses and workshops with leading Canadian music educators and musicians.

Attendance Expectations:

• TJAO members are expected to attend all rehearsals and concerts.

• If a rehearsal must be missed, members are required, in coordination with the Musical Director, to arrange a substitute and ensure their music folder is up to date.

• Chronic lateness or absences may result in the forfeiture of your position.

• School events will be accommodated.

Rehearsal and Concert Schedule

Weekly Sectionals: 1:00–1:50 PM

Full Rehearsals: 2:00–4:00 PM

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Sunday October 4th, 2026

Sunday October 18th,  2026- Brass

Sunday October 25th, 2026- Saxes-Sectional with Alex Dean

Sunday November 1st, 2026-Rhythm

Sunday November 8th, 2026-Brass-Sectional with Brian O'Kane (1:00-2:00pm)

Sunday November 15th,  2026- Saxes

Sunday November 22nd,  2026-Rhythm Sectional with Mike Downes

Sunday November 29th, 2026- Triology from Vancouver, BC  (Concert/Workshop)

Sunday December 6th, 2026 -The Rex Hotel

Winter Break

Sunday January 10th, 2027-Saxes

Sunday January17th, 2027-Rhythm Section Masterclass with Mike Downes (4:00-5:30pm)

Sunday January 24th, 2027-Brass

Sunday January 31st 2027-Saxes

Sunday February 7th, 2027

Monday February 8th, 2027-The Crooked Cue-Concert 7:00pm

Sunday February 21st, 2027

Sunday February 28, 2027

Sunday March 7th, 2027

Sunday March, 21st, 2027

Sunday April 4th, 2027 Hugh’s Room 1:00pm (TBC)

Sunday April 11th, 2027

Sunday April 25th, 2027

Sunday May 2nd, 2027

Sunday May 9th 2027- The Rex Hotel