Simon Williams

With members hailing from around the world, the Simon Williams group is a dynamic, action-packed ensemble with a focus on original instrumental improvised music.

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  •  January 9, 2026
     8:00 pm - 10:30 pm

Taking inspiration from jazz bands like Snarky puppy, the moodswing quartet, Brad Mehldau, Jeremy Ledbetter, and more unconventional influences including Radiohead, Boards of Canada, Percy Grainer, Leonard Bernstein, and Anais Mitchell, this group offers a unique sound rooted in strong melodies and novel instrumentation that’s sure to leave you wanting more!

Join us for an evening of original modern jazz music by the Simon Williams ensemble, a 7 piece combo with members originally hailing from around the world. Expect a mix of high-energy originals and thoughtfully arranged unconventional popular pieces from across genres and styles as these world-class improvisers take the stage. This group is conceptually based around a contemporary aesthetic where the piano, guitar, and vibraphone take centre stage; featuring internationally renowned vibraphonist Michael Davidson (Toronto, Canada), recent Berklee global masters graduate Guitarist Matt Greenwood (Harare, Zimbabwe), and composer/producer/pianist Simon Williams (Edmonton, Canada)

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11 Tommy Banks Way, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, T6E 2M2

Band members

Simon Williams, piano/synth
Hiro Tanaka, bass
Eamon van den Berg, drums
Michael Davidson, vibraphone
Matt Greenwood, electric guitar
James Griffith, alto saxophone
Steve Carson, tenor saxophone

Parking is available in the City of Edmonton lot just outside our doors. $6 maximum from 5pm to 2am or $2.50 per hour.

Tickets will also be available at the door if not previously sold out online. Doors open at 7pm. Music starts at 8pm.

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Yardbird Suite has cabaret seating: seats are available first-come, first-served. Please be aware that a couple seated at a table for four may be sharing the table with new friends if the performance is busy.

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