The Ostara Project — a jazz supergroup of award-winning Canadian women
Concert Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026
Location: St. George’s United Church, 505 6th Street, Courtenay
Doors: 6:30 pm • Downbeat: 7:30 pm
The Georgia Straight Jazz Society is thrilled to announce that The Ostara Project will headline as we celebrate GSJS’s 20th anniversary of bringing great jazz to the Comox Valley.
The Ostara Project is a powerhouse collective that highlights the strength, artistry, and creative innovation of women in Canadian jazz. Led by award-winning bassist and composer Jodi Proznick, The Ostara Project brings together some of the country’s most compelling musicians — bandleaders, composers, and improvisers who reflect the broad cultural and musical diversity of Canada’s jazz landscape.
Their self-titled debut album (Cellar Live, 2022) earned a 2023 JUNO nomination, and the ensemble has since performed to packed houses and festival stages across the country. Their current creative work, The Ancestor’s Project, includes new recordings made at Vancouver’s renowned Warehouse Studio — part of a continuing artistic journey exploring lineage, identity, womanhood, and shared musical heritage.
“Calling The Ostara Project Canada’s all-female supergroup is neither excessive nor unwarranted.” — Textura
“Their musical connection is powerful, fluid, and deeply collaborative.” — Textura
Jodi Proznick – bass & composition
JUNO-nominated, multi-award-winning bassist, composer and educator. Director of Jazz Studies at the VSO School of Music and a 2022 Lieutenant Governor’s Arts & Music Award recipient.
Amanda Tosoff – piano & composition
Six critically acclaimed albums, including JUNO-nominated Words and Earth Voices. Winner of the Montréal Jazz Festival Grand Prix de Jazz. Faculty member at Humber College.
Allison Au – alto saxophone & composition
Four-time JUNO nominee and winner of the 2016 JUNO Award for Jazz Album of the Year. Her quartet has toured widely across Canada and the U.S. to major acclaim.
Rachel Therrien – trumpet & composition
JUNO- and ADISQ-nominated trumpeter known for her masterful blend of jazz with Afro-Latin and global influences. Performs with the Grammy-winning Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra.
Valérie Lacombe – drums & composition
Montreal drummer featured at NPR Tiny Desk, SXSW, and major jazz festivals across Canada. Holds a Master’s degree in jazz performance from McGill University.
Kim Zombik – vocals & composition
Fearless vocalist and poet whose performances are both intimate and bold. Known for her work with the acclaimed duo Silvervest and the Ratchet Orchestra.
Tickets: This is a ticketed event, $40.00 (no member discounts for this event).
Tickets available on Eventbrite.
Holiday Gift Option:
Printed tickets (CASH ONLY) available December 1 to 24 at:
• House of Colour (Courtenay)
• Blue Heron Books (Comox)
Give the gift of live jazz to someone you love.
For more information about the Georgia Straight Jazz Society and our concert season, please visit: www.georgiastraightjazz.com
Visit www.georgiastraightjazz.com to see the calendar of fabulous upcoming events.
Further information:
https://www.facebook.com/ostaraproject
https://www.instagram.com/ostaraproject
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1RclZ4bLa9u8h9XFARopVZ#login
https://www.youtube.com/@ostaraproject
https://theostaraproject.bandcamp.com/album/roots
https://ostaraproject.ca/
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