Thursday, January 20, 2011

Countermeasure A Cappella

Take 14 stellar vocalists, put in some stage panache, blend with sophisticated harmonies, top it with ear-tweaking unique arrangements and you have Toronto’s newest a cappella jazz sensation, Countermeasure. This hot young group creates a contemporary sound, defying genre, thrilling audiences with a repertoire of eclectic, eccentric and challenging pieces from many musical categories, including special arrangements for the holiday season.

Musical director Aaron Jensen leads the artistic producer team of singer/arrangers J-M Erlendson and Elana Steingart . Aaron is a multifaceted vocalist, composer, arranger, music director and clinician. He has sung with the internationally acclaimed Canadian groups Amadeus Choir, Cadence and Retrocity. His music has been performed in North America, South America and Europe by such esteemed artists as Swingle Singers. Together they deliver a memorable musical experience

Note that a minimum of 8 singers will be on all engagements.