Welcome
This is the official site of Michele Jacot (that's me at the top of the page), and I'm a Toronto-based musician and teacher. Thanks for stopping by — there's always something new to see here, so take a look around and be sure to keep in touch.
It's time for Commingle Too!
(Click the poster to see a larger version)
The first Commingle was such a success, I'm doing it again! Commingle Too will take place at Hugh's Room on Thursday, June 26, 2008, so mark your calendars. The stellar lineup of musicians for this second eclectic evening of music, art and fun includes Doug Miller, Frank Horvat Cadence, The Dimanche Matin Sax Quartet, Don MacDonald, The Commingle Wind Octet, and Aaron Jensen. And you'll see the fantastic artwork of Keltie Borden and Nathalie Vachon. And, of course, me, Michele.
Last year, Commingle was packed, so I'd advise ordering your tickets now. Orders can be placed by calling Hugh's Room at 416-531-6604 to reserve a table (you can make it a dinner reservation — dinner is extra). Doors will be open at 6 PM, and the show starts at 7:30. Hugh's Room is at 2261 Dundas Street West.
Tickets are $20 in advance, or $23 at the door, with proceeds going to the Gerry & Nancy Pencer Brain Trust, which supports brain tumor patients and their families.
New photos and music
So many people have asked for photos and recordings from the Commingle concert last June. Good things come to those who wait, and you've been extra-patient.
The Photos page now contains a gallery of photos from the performance, as well as some shots of the fabulous audience who came to support the show.
The other exciting thing is this excerpt from a recording of the Dimanche Matin Sax Quartet playing "When I'm 64". You can listen to it right here by clicking on the player above. Or if the embedded player isn't showing up, download the mp3 here. (With special thanks to recording engineer Art Mullin.)