May 23 AT 8:30 PM
CD Release by Nick Adema Octet: “demiLAN”
8 Piece Jazz Ensemble featuring:
Josh Smiley – Piano
Leighton Harrell – Bass
Jacob Slous – Drums
Led by Nick Adema – Trombone
Nick Adema is a Canadian trombonist/composer currently based in Amsterdam. Nick is a proud Rath Trombones artist.
Exploring the plurality of sonic environments is Nick Adema’s forte. Using the modest nature of the slide to express his musical vigour, Nick is one of the most versatile trombonists coming out of Canada. Hailing from the nation’s capital Ottawa, Nick quickly came onto the scene as a curious mind who embraced spontaneity and playfulness in his music.
Inspired by his mother, Nicholas used the Covid-19 pandemic as an opportunity to create a full length album demiLAN (released October 22nd 2021), in which he shows off his broad creativity as a writer, and creates a masterful performance alongside several flourishing/up-and-coming musicians. This body of work features a three horn lineup, vocals , and a full rhythm section. The band tackles compositions that are experimental, modern and energetic in nature. As a result, this ensemble captures an energetic, brave and thoughtful performance that is one of a kind.