Photo by Jessica Wittman. 

Join faculty mentor François Houle and participants from the Banff Musicians In Residence program for an evening of musical exploration. Featuring some of Canada's exciting Jazz and Creative Musicians performing works created while in residence.

Note: This concert was only available to watch online during the live event.

François Houle

François Houle's impassioned clarinet performances reveal a highly original artistic voice. His uncanny ability to hop between musical genres with characteristic aplomb and vitality makes him one of the most distinctive and versatile clarinetist of his generation. Inspired by collaborations with the world’s top musical innovators, François has developed a unique improvisational language, virtuosic and rich with sonic embellishment and technical extensions. His extensive touring has led to solo appearances at major festivals across Canada, the United States, Europe and Australia. A prolific recording artist, he has released over twenty recordings as a leader, earning multiple prestigious Awards. He is a faculty member at Vancouver Community College, a Civitella Ranieri Fellow, and Associate Composer at The Canadian Music Centre.

Attending Live Events at Banff Centre

Banff Centre has opted into the Restrictions Exemption Program, so proof of full vaccination, a negative PCR or rapid test result taken within 72 hours of arrival, or original proof of medical exemption will be required to attend all live events at Banff Centre. Masks are also mandatory for all public indoor spaces. Guests staying on campus will be able to use their faculty/artist card or bedroom key as they will have been pre-screened upon check-in at the Professional Development Centre. Learn more about Banff Centre's COVID-19 on-campus measure here.

Banff Musicians in Residence Jazz & Creative Music is generously supported by: