An exhibition of posters, photos, and artifacts from Alain Simard’s collection, providing a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of Montreal’s major festivals. Alain Simard’s life reads like a monumental epic! A visionary entrepreneur, this man-of-a-thousand-projects has been—over the course of his busy career—an impresario, a promoter, and a producer of shows, records, and television programs. He is the man behind many iconic events in Montreal and … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene presents – A Musical Auction Not to be Missed.

The Festival International de Jazz de Montréal (FIJM), presented by TD Bank Group in collaboration with Rio Tinto, is proud to announce a new programming series—L’Académie—and five Festival Awards, as it pursues its mission of bringing the world’s best musicians to the public, popularizing jazz and related genres, and serving as a springboard for local and international musicians.  The Festival’s new must-see, this series of free events (except the June 27 event) … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene presents – Le Festival International de Jazz de Montréal | 2024 Festival Awards and the L’Académie !

The Montreal International Jazz Festival gets underway June 27th. Here are the Top Ten Signs Montreal is getting ready. 10. The Quebec Government passed a new law making it difficult for foreign musicians to enter the Province. 9. Youppi traded his Celine Dion CD for a Louis Armstrong vinyl record. 8. Montrealers surprised to know the city already has a jazz club. 7. Buskers seen … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene presents – Top Ten Signs The Montreal Jazz Festival is Coming!