GEORGE CROTTY

5.30

Known for their expressive fluidity and modal orientation, George Crotty Trio makes music that is cinematic, collaborative, and conversational. They draw on influences within Indian raga, Arabic maqam, and modal jazz; using the language of other cultures to speak new things. “I’m not at home in any one culture,” muses Crotty, “so the trio became my home.” Powered by a dynamic rhythm section of John Murchison on bass and Jeremy Smith on percussion, the George Crotty Trio’s sound deviates from a trio's typical hierarchy.

George Crotty has forged his own unique vocabulary on the cello. A member of the Brooklyn Raga Massive, and Detroit-based National Arab Orchestra, he has also worked with esteemed musicians such as Bob Ezrin, Adam Rudolph, Simon Shaheen, and Paquito D’Rivera. Crotty has performed as a soloist and bandleader in North America and Europe including at the Vancouver Jazz Festival, Markham Jazz Festival, Small World Music Festival, Copenhagen Vinterjazz Festival, and New Directions Cello Festival.

KIRAA

8.00

Kiraa is a vocalist based in Toronto. They started producing and writing music under their artist name during the pandemic collaborating with other artists in Toronto such as Ivana Leibeck- Hernandez (Lila Ravelle) and Amelia Northey Taylor (Northey). They have music out on Spotify including an EP, “Bite Me!” released on all music platforms in March 2024. The band consists of bass, keyboard, drums and vocals. They perform originals as well as fun and alluring covers. They write dreamy, ethereal originals combining elements of rnb, pop and jazz. Their vocals float over melancholic progressions accompanied by intimate drums and rhodes. Common themes between songs include identity, healing, growth, heartache and love. Some of the artists covered consist of Cleo Sol, Floetry and RH Factor.

QUEER EMO NITE
11.00

TICKETED EVENT

Queer Emo Nite TO V.13 Pride Edition (Till 4am)

Celebrate Pride with Queer Emo Nite TO at our special event at DROM Taberna! Get ready for a night filled with your favorite emo tunes, queer anthems, and of course drag show by the one and only Manny Dingo!

Drag performances at midnight and 1 am!

The event is 19+, and the venue is accessible with staff assistance

Check out photos from previous events on our Insta and Facebook (@queeremoniteto)