Rimbala is an evidence-based falls prevention program that uses music as the principle means of intervention. Based on the work of visionary Swiss composer Émile Jaques-Dalcroze, Rimbala enjoys one of the highest falls prevention results in the world, with a 54% reduction in falls for community-dwelling seniors. Older adults improve their gait (walking style), mobility, cognitive skills and social intelligence in a relaxed but joyous setting. The improvised music brings fresh neuroplastic...
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Join us for our kick-off Jazz & Reflection concert of the season on Saturday, Sept. 30 at 4:30pm featuring an incredible duo, Ben Bishop and Jonathan Meyer on jazz guitar and bass. Beach United's warm, inviting hall serves as the perfect backdrop for this concert - donations are welcomed, and proceeds support the Beach United Church food programs. Jazz Guitarist Ben Bishop favours a freewheeling, bop-based guitar style, most reminiscent of the classic guitarists of the 1950s and 1960s....
Join Alex Pangman and her band at Northlea for Love Jazz. Alex will swing us back into the season with wonderful music and her beautiful voice. Can't wait to see you there! Can't wait to hear the music!!
Beach United Church is excited to welcome young jazz singer John Amato (vocals), Jesse Whiteley (piano) and Matt Savard (bass) to their venue on Saturday, May 6th at 4:30pm. --- Young jazz singer John Amato is already well on his way to a stellar career as one of toronto’s finest jazz singers.He grew up surrounded and influenced by jazz his whole life. With influences including Frank Sinatra, Kurt Elling, and Joe Williams, Amato offers a mix of classic and contemporary approaches to the...
Join Juno-celebrated Canadian jazz artists, Paul Novotny and Robi Botos, for an afternoon of jazz originals & favourites! Beach United's warm, inviting hall serves as the perfect backdrop for this concert - donations are welcomed, and proceeds support the Beach United Church food programs.