Pacific Prairie Jazz Quintet

From Winnipeg, Manitoba, Pacific Prairie Jazz Quintet's co-leader saxophonists - Anna Blackmore and Tristan Martinuson - are alumni of the University of Manitoba Jazz Studies program, where they studied under acclaimed New York saxophonist, 1996 Thelonious Monk Competition winner, and Phil Woods protégé Jon Gordon. Under Gordon’s mentorship, they developed a deep appreciation for the jazz tradition, which continues to shape their playing styles and compositions.

Having grown together as musicians on the bandstand, they have performed with the Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra, the TD Ottawa Jazz Fest Youth Ensemble, Derrick Gardner’s Big Dig! Band, and on Gordon’s 2021 Juno-nominated album Stranger Than Fiction. Over the past three years, they have established themselves in Vancouver’s jazz scene, collaborating with Canadian jazz luminaries such as Jodi Proznick, Bill Coon, Fred Stride, Shirantha Beddage, and James Danderfer. Their original compositions, inspired by their time in the stunning Pacific Northwest, reflect their journey and evolving artistry.

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Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel is located in The Club Room on the lower level of The Fort Garry Hotel. The venue is wheelchair accessible with assistance - please inform the hotel's front desk staff if you'd like to use the elevator to access the lower level.