Cafe Paradiso - Sweater Weather Vol 2

Join us at Café Paradiso for Sweater Weather Vol. 2, a cozy, heartwarming concert blending rich melodies, acoustic magic, and genuine connection.

🎹 Ron Lopata — award-winning pianist, producer, and composer — brings his signature blend of neoclassical beauty and soul-infused storytelling to the stage. With millions of streams worldwide, radio hits, as part of JACKSOUl - touring with the lieks of James Brown and Al Green to modern indie artists, Ron’s performances invite listeners into a world of emotion and reflection.

🎸 James Bryan — the platinum-selling guitarist, songwriter, and producer behind hits for Nelly Furtado, Shawn Mendes, and Luis Fonsi — brings his unmistakable warmth, groove, and artistry to every note. His guitar work, both fiery and tender, is known for captivating audiences across the globe.

Together, Ron and James create a rare musical chemistry — piano and guitar intertwining in a space where melody meets soul, and fall meets feeling.

Ron Lopata:“My music is an invitation to slow down, take a deep breath, and let the emotive and tranquil melodies soothe your soul… a musical journey from the heart to the fingertips, expressed through the piano.”Ron Lopata is carving a unique path in modern neoclassical music, blending cinematic storytelling with the expressive depth of the piano. With over 25 million streams, his evocative compositions transport listeners into moments of reflection, nostalgia, and wonder. His haunting cover of Hallelujah has captivated audiences worldwide (with over 9M streams on Spotify), while his debut EP, Sketches for Piano (2023), has surpassed 7.5 million streams in over two years. His original piece Escher Waltz was recently honored as Best Song of the Year by ModernPianistOfficial, and heavily supported on Apple Music. Beyond his solo work, Ron’s influence runs deep in the music industry. As VP of A&R at Warner Music Canada for over a decade, he helped shape the careers of artists like Scott Helman and Brett Kissel, contributing to multiple Juno and CCMA award-winning projects. His portfolio also boasts multiple Platinum & Gold record sales with various artists. His background in classical (RCM) and jazz piano, combined with touring alongside JACKSOUL, opening for the likes of James Brown, and Al Green, infuses his compositions with a richness that bridges genres and eras. A true storyteller at the piano, Ron’s music—released under Andante Piano Label in the Netherlands—is both timeless and deeply personal.

Streaming Milestones - over 25 Million streams on Rons piano releases.

James Bryan:

James Bryan is a Latin Grammy and Juno winning Canadian guitarist, songwriter, producer and composer creating timeless music that inspires and connects people. From his bands Prozzak and Philosopher Kings to a career collaborating with global stars Drake, Nelly Furtado, Luis Fonsi, and more, James has produced, written and performed on hundreds of records, with nearly 2 billion total streams across platforms. A passionate performer, he has played on many iconic stages from Wembley Stadium to Madison Square Garden.The Beatles, Bossa Nova, classic soul, and guitar heroes George Benson to Tuck Andress, all influence James’ signature sound.He has released four solo albums and collaborations with Nicole Henry, Antoine Dufour, Sunshine State, Helen Ibe and Dylan Ryche. At the core of his music is the soulful, uplifting voice of his guitar.

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