The Faculty of Music is frequently host to guest artists, lecturers, and performers. There are many opportunities to participate or observe these talented guests!

Upcoming Guests and Masterclasses:

Ms. Cyrille Aimee

Jazz Vocalist with Rhythm section

Friday November 9, 2012 7-8:30pm

University of Manitoba, Marcel A. Deaustels Faculty of Music, Eva Clare Hall, 65 Dafoe Road 

"One of those singers who non - singing musicians call 'a musician'" Ben Ratliffe, The New York Times.

Cyrille Aimée (pronounced Surreal M - A ) has proven herself to be an unstoppable, undeniable talent in the modern age of jazz and pop music. Internationally renowned and praised for her unparalleled abilities, Cyrille’s vocal stylings are synonymous with musical genius. We are so pleased to have her here at The University of Manitoba to work with the students of the Jazz Studies Program.

Winner of the 2012 Sarah Vaughan Jazz Vocal Competition, 3rd place winner of the 2010 Thelonius Monk Vocal Competition, winner of the 2007 Montreaux Jazz Voice Competition,  Ms. Cyrille Aimee will be in Winnipeg to perform with Gypsy Jazz - Hot Club of Detroit at The Izzy Asper Jazz Performance Series at The Winnipeg Art Gallery for two shows on November 10. 

This Master Class is NOT JUST FOR VOCALISTS! Instrumentalists will also benefit greatly from this experience. Winnipeg area high school students and choral/band directors are also encouraged to attend.

For more information visit her website at: http://www.cyrillemusic.com/