# Event Details

- **Event Name**: TD Halifax Jazz Fest Presents - Virginia MacDonald Quartet
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 09 Jul, 2026 at 07:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Virginia MacDonald Quartet with special guest Kirk MacDonald
Thursday July 9th, 2026
The Peggy Corkum Music Room 
Doors open at 7:30 PM

Juno Award-winning clarinetist Virginia MacDonald has established herself as a leading voice of  her generation. Known for her lyrical and dynamic approach to the clarinet, she has been described by legendary clarinetist Doreen Ketchens as playing “like a scholar, very refined with plenty of soul.” As an in-demand bandleader, sidewoman, and composer, she maintains a busy international performance schedule across North America and Europe, regularly appearing at  renowned venues such as Birdland, Smalls, Ronnie Scott’s, Le Duc des Lombards, and Dizzy’s.  Her festival appearances span the globe, with performances at the Detroit, Rochester, Torino, Montreal, and Toronto Jazz Festivals, among others. Born and raised in Toronto, the Canadian clarinetist now resides in New York. 

Virginia has worked under the leadership of luminaries such as Michael Dease, Dick Oatts, and Kirk Lightsey. She has performed and recorded with distinguished artists including Harold Mabern, Ira Coleman, Geoffrey Keezer, Bruce Barth, Joe Magnarelli, Xavier Davis, Eddie Henderson, Jerry Bergonzi, Rodney Whitaker, Quincy Davis, Rudresh Mahanthappa, Derrick  Gardner, Neil Swainson, and Terry Clarke. Virginia is a frequent collaborator with Grammy Award-winning trombonist Michael Dease, appearing on three of his albums to date, and performing regularly as a member of his groups. Her composition “Up High, Down Low” is  featured on his 2023 release Swing Low. 

Virginia’s debut album I”n Search Of…“ is scheduled for release on May 29th, 2026, on Cellar Music. Comprised of original compositions for quartet, the project features luminaries Geoffrey Keezer on piano and Ira Coleman on bass, alongside two preeminent voices of the next  generation, drummer Curtis Nowosad, and featured vocalist Laura Anglade. 

Alongside her other projects, Virginia enjoys working with her father, renowned Canadian jazz saxophonist Kirk MacDonald. She appears on several of Kirk’s albums, notably including his 2018 release “Generations” which features the esteemed pianist, Harold Mabern. The two have toured  together extensively, including multiple European tours and a tour of India in 2020.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/halifax/td-halifax-jazz-fest-presents-virginia-macdonald-quartet/200030335203811
- **Event Categories**: Entertainment, Music, Festivals, performances
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 32

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Halifax
- **state**: NS
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: 6181 Lady Hammond Rd, Halifax, NS B3K 2R9, Canada
- **lat**: 44.66548
- **long**: -63.61517
- **full address**: 6181 Lady Hammond Rd, Halifax, NS B3K 2R9, Canada

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is TD Halifax Jazz Fest Presents - Virginia MacDonald Quartet being held?
  - **A:** TD Halifax Jazz Fest Presents - Virginia MacDonald Quartet takes place on Thu, 09 Jul, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Thu, 09 Jul, 2026 at 07:30 pm at 6181 Lady Hammond Rd, Halifax, NS B3K 2R9, Canada.
- **Q**: Who is organizing TD Halifax Jazz Fest Presents - Virginia MacDonald Quartet?
  - **A:** TD Halifax Jazz Fest Presents - Virginia MacDonald Quartet is organized by TD Halifax Jazz Festival.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** TD Halifax Jazz Fest Presents - Virginia MacDonald Quartet is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Halifax, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If TD Halifax Jazz Fest Presents - Virginia MacDonald Quartet sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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