Founded in March 2024 by composer Aslan Gotov, bassist Viktor Khomenko, and duduk player Sar Kamler, this eight-piece ensemble has taken Toronto by storm with their masterful fusion of Circassian, Armenian, Ukrainian, and Balkan folk traditions with contemporary jazz and funk. At the heart of their sound lies Kamler's haunting Armenian duduk, a UNESCO-recognized ancient woodwind that serves as a bridge between musical worlds.
The proof of their impact speaks for itself: two completely sold-out concerts in 2025 alone, including their "Duduk, Jazz & Winter Nights" performance at City Playhouse Theatre and their intimate "Sunset Serenade" at Harmony Hall. Recognition followed with a prestigious Ontario Arts Council grant supporting their debut album creation.
Learn more about Ethnosonic at
https://www.ethnosonic.ca.
Special Guests
Deidrey Francois returns with her passionate, soulful voice and infectious stage presence. A versatile performer whose music ranges from gut-wrenching blues to jazzy joy, Deidrey's previous collaboration with Ethnosonic created unforgettable magical moments. Find out more about Deidrey at www.deidrey.com.
Jozsef Botos brings his extraordinary guitar artistry to the evening. Born in Hungary into a musical family, this internationally award-winning musician has mastered both classical precision and jazz improvisation. Since moving to Toronto in 2011, he has become a cornerstone of the city's music scene, performing at venues from Koerner Hall to the Glenn Gould Studio alongside prominent Canadian and international artists. Find out more about Jozsef at www.jozsefbotos.com
Bill McBirnie is a highly acclaimed and internationally recognized jazz/Latin flute specialist who was solicited personally by the renowned, Sir James Galway, to serve as his Resident Jazz Flute Specialist. Bill has won many awards and garnered much critical success at the Juno Awards, the Independent Music Awards, the Global Music Awards, the Jazz Report Awards, the National Jazz Awards, and the Toronto Independent Music Awards. Bill is also the only triple-crown winner in all three of the National Flute Association's (USA) jazz flute (1) Soloist, (2) Masterclass and (3) Big Band competitions. Finally, Bill is a "Designated Haynes Artist" with the venerable flute maker, Wm. S. Haynes Co. You can find out more about Bill at his website: www.extremeflute.com
This debut album release concert promises an immersive experience where ancient traditions meet contemporary innovation, creating music that speaks to the soul while moving the body. Don't miss this historic evening as Ethnosonic officially launches their debut album and continues writing one of Toronto's most compelling musical stories.
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