Entertainment
Saffron St. James
Our emcee, Saffron St. James, is a music-making, bandleading, bump-and-grinding juggernaut hailing from Ottawa, Ontario. "The Hourglass and a Half" is a member of Browncoats Burlesque in Ottawa, Les Femmes Fatales in Toronto, and produces a live-band burlesque and variety show called Cabaret LIVE!
This award-winning peeler, producer and emcee has melted hearts and tickled fancies across the country with her unique fusion of playful humour, eccentric glamour and classic juke-joint sleaze.
Chris Pilsworth
ALL THAT JAZZ is proud to present: Chris Pilsworth, Canada's premier Amazement specialist!
Engaging, original and unexpected, Chris Pilsworth has twice been voted Ottawa's magician of the year! Having performed over 4000 shows over 30 years, Chris is an expert in leaving an audience in awe. He truly was Born To Amaze!
"I am pleased to give the highest recommendation to Mr. Chris Pilsworth. Over the years I have attended countless receptions and events when Mr. Pilsworth has entertained and he is the best magician I have seen. He is a true professional whether he is performing for young people or adults."
- Jim Watson, Mayor of Ottawa
The Carl Daniel Quintet
The Carl Daniel Quintet plays a combination of Calypso, Latin and jazz-blues inspired tunes. Their energetic interpretations along with the infectious fun they have on stage have been delighting Ottawa audiences for over 5 years. The band members are:
Carl Daniel - Trumpet
Edwin Gans - Alto Saxophone
Tim Healy - Bass
Frank Edgerton - Piano
Tim Leah – Drums
The Carl Daniel Quintet performs around the Ottawa area at a variety of venues including Options Jazz Bar at the Brookstreet Hotel, Festival Japan restaurant and jazz bar, and O’Brien’s Pub. The various musical genres reflected in their repertoire are rooted in the members’ geographical origins. Carl hails from St. Vincent in the Caribbean where he led a band prior to arriving in Canada to perform at Expo 67 in Montreal. Frank comes to us from Costa Rica and provides the combo with its Jobim and intricate Latin rhythm influences, while Edwin and the “Tims” are from Montreal and southern Ontario, and bring their jazz/blues/rock influences to the music.
Samantha Testa
Singer, songwriter and self taught multi-instrumentalist, Samantha has quickly made her mark in multiple genres. She has collaborated with the industry’s top producers and songwriters from San Francisco, Los Angeles, Canada and Nashville. This vocal powerhouse was asked to open the Kitchener Bluesfest at age only 17, has sung for the American & Canadian Women's Olympic Hockey teams, and has performed at the International Talent Showcase in Raleigh, North Carolina as a representative of Canada, Germany, Hawaii and Japan. The depth and breadth of Samantha’s vocals leave an indelible mark on a room!
