Nicole Rampersaud is a sought-after trumpet player, composer, and improviser known for her unique voice that merges various musical practices and traditions. Her solo performances deconstruct the trumpet's sonic possibilities, resulting in compelling structures that connect with audiences—joined by local prolific trumpet aficionado Émilie Fortin, who has participated in creating over fifty works, constantly seeking to enrich the trumpet repertoire. She is also the artistic director of the soloist collective Bakarlari, dedicated to contemporary and creative solo music, and a member of the Toronto-based ensemble Freesound and the improvised sound mime duo ék, with trombonist Kalun Leung. Rachel Therrien is a trumpet and flugelhorn player, composer and music producer working between New York City and Montreal. She is considered one of the most promising jazz musicians of her generation (Downbeat, All About Jazz, Radio-Canada). Recognized for her personal touch and her many influences of traditional jazz, afro-latin and global music, Rachel has a world class reputation, versatile and innovator.
Nicole Rampersaud + Émile Fortin + Rachel Therrien
Nicole Rampersaud is a sought-after trumpet player, composer, and improviser known for her unique voice that merges various musical practices and traditions. Her solo performances deconstruct the trumpet's sonic possibilities, resulting in compelling structures that connect with audiences—joined by local prolific trumpet aficionado Émilie Fortin, who has participated in creating over fifty works, constantly seeking to enrich the trumpet repertoire. She is also the artistic director of the soloist collective Bakarlari, dedicated to contemporary and creative solo music, and a member of the Toronto-based ensemble Freesound and the improvised sound mime duo ék, with trombonist Kalun Leung. Rachel Therrien is a trumpet and flugelhorn player, composer and music producer working between New York City and Montreal. She is considered one of the most promising jazz musicians of her generation (Downbeat, All About Jazz, Radio-Canada). Recognized for her personal touch and her many influences of traditional jazz, afro-latin and global music, Rachel has a world class reputation, versatile and innovator.