Carl Mayotte

Schedule

Sat Mar 14 2026 at 04:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

Cornerstone Music Cafe SE - Music Lessons Calgary - Coffee & Food | Calgary, AB

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Join us for a special afternoon and evening with the extraordinary Canadian bassist, composer, and bandleader Carl Mayotte.
About this Event

Carl modernizes jazz fusion by weaving Brazilian and Latin flavors into his rich harmonic palette. Winner of the 2020‑21 Radio‑Canada Jazz Revelation award and recipient of the 2022 Félix Award for Jazz Album of the Year (Escale), his energy, finesse, and creativity have earned critical acclaim across Canada . His most recent album, Carnaval (2023), is a vibrant homage to the rhythms and spirit of Brazil and Latin jazz .


Masterclass (4:00 PM – 5:00 PM)

An exclusive opportunity for musicians and jazz enthusiasts: Carl Mayotte leads an interactive masterclass focusing on improvisation, rhythmic interplay, band repertoire development, and professional preparation (auditions, ensemble skills, etc.)

carlmayotte.bandcamp.com


Participants will:

Learn techniques to enhance improvisational fluency across styles

Explore ensemble composition and groove dynamics

Gain insights into audition prep for conservatories or university jazz programs

Open to all levels—from emerging students to seasoned players seeking fresh inspiration.


Evening Performance (7:00 PM – 9:00 PM)

Experience Carl Mayotte’s dynamic quintet, featuring:


Carl Mayotte – bass & bandleader

Gabriel Cyr – electric guitar

Damien‑Jade Cyr – saxophones & flute

Francis Grégoire – keyboards

Stéphane Chamberland – drums

Together they fuse technical mastery, compositional depth, and rhythmic drive in a repertoire drawn from all four of Carl’s albums: Fantosme (2019), Pop de Ville Vol. 1 (2021), Escale (2022), and Carnaval (2023). Expect a thrilling live mix of original compositions, Brazilian‑flavored grooves, jazz‑fusion arrangements, and spontaneous improvisation.


Why Attend?

Hear music from a leading young jazz voice in Canada, praised by respected critics and awarded provincial and national honors

Learn directly from Carl Mayotte, a master improviser and composer, in an intimate educational setting

Enjoy a high‑energy, curated performance set showcasing cutting‑edge jazz‑fusion with Latin/Brazilian motifs

Whether you're a musician, a jazz fan, or simply looking for an unforgettable Saturday evening of music and learning, this event promises inspiration, cultural depth, and soulful groove.


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Where is it happening?

Cornerstone Music Cafe SE - Music Lessons Calgary - Coffee & Food, 14919 Deer Ridge Drive Southeast, Calgary, Canada

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