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Blair Yarranton

About Me

Attended Humber College (School of Creative and Peforming Arts), graduated from University of Toronto (Jazz Performance). Has studied with Chase Sanborn , Kevin Turcotte , Steve Crowe , Don Johnson , Guido Basso , John MacLeod . Moved from Toronto to Belleville in 2000 to begin career in music education. Teaches instrumental music at Centennial Secondary School.Continues to maintain a busy performance schedule (Brian Barlow Orchestra, Commodores', River City Swing Band, The Swing Masters, Greg Runions Big Band and his own quartet).Blair has performed as a part of the Beaches Jazz Festival , Downtown Toronto Jazz Festival , Thousand Islands Jazz Festival , Prince Edward County Jazz Festival and All Cannadian Jazz Festival .Has recently joined AIMT and is looking forward for new musical adventures. This is a great organization that was conceived to promote and provide increased visibility for the creative music scene in Toronto. Click HereAlso a member of the planning committee for the Prince Edward County Jazz Festival which is held every August at the Regent Theatre in Picton. The Musical Director of the festival is Brian Barlow and he always strives to bring many great performers to Picton each year. Click HereBlair has performed and/or recorded with many of Canada's top jazz musicians including:Trumpet - Steve McDade , Chase Sanborn , Brian O'Kane , John MacLeod , Dave Dunlop , Guido Basso , Sandy Barter , Alex Kundakcioglu , Kenny Wheeler and Paul TynanTrombone - Russ Little , Al Kay , Doug Gibson , Terry Promane , Josh Brown and Colin MurraySaxophone - John Johnson , Vern Dorge , Andy Ballantyne , Dan Bone , Alex Dean , Perry White , Kelly Jefferson , Rick Wilkins , Jon Stewart , Chris Alfano and Bob LeonardBass - Artie Roth , Scott Alexander , Bill Norman , John Lamb and Jon MaharajDrums - Brian Barlow , Greg Runions , Mike Cassels and Rich BannardPiano - David Braid and Robi BotosGuitar - Dave BartonVoice - Heather Bambrick andMelissa StylianouEdited using Thomas' Myspace Editor V4.4

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 24/08/2006
Band Members:

The Collective Blair Yarranton (tmpt), Dave Barton (gtr), Greg Runions (drms), Doug Rooks (bass). Click hereThe Brian Barlow Orchestra 13 piece orchestra led by percussionist Brian Barlow. It is a great band featuring Guido Basso, John MacLeod, Brian O'Kane, and Me (Trumpets), Terry Promane and Russ Little (Trombones), John Johnson, Bob DeAngelis, Alex Dean, Dan Bone, and Bob Leonard (Saxophones), with Brian Barlow, Scott Alexander, and Robi Botos (Rhythm), featuring Melissa Stylianou (voice). Click hereThe Commodores' Orchestra 17 piece orchestra led by Doug Aselstine. Performing many great big band classics for dances or concerts. Click hereThe River City Swing Band 7 piece group led by Doug Aselstine, performing classic jazz repertoire for dances.The Swingmasters 8 piece group led by Chris Alfano (Kingston), performing classic jazz and popular music for dances.Yarranton/Reed Duo Duo with Dave Reed on guitar. For weddings, dinner music and small venue engagements.
Influences: Miles Davis, Dave Douglas, Woody Shaw, Kenny Wheeler, Clifford Brown, Lee Morgan, Freddie Hubbard, Astor Piazolla, Broken Social Scene, Sean Jones, Russell Gunn, Christian Scott, Beck, Radiohead, STING, The Police, Charles Mingus, Clifford Brown, Guido Basso, Kevin Turcotte, John MacLeod.......

Wiseman Cases The best cases on the market. Hand-made and come with a lifetime guarantee. Get a 10% discount with code FH637. Click Here Chopsaver - lip balm All natural lip balm created by trumpet player Dan Gosling. Click Here Edwards Trumpets Great trumpets made by sister company of Getzen. Amazing valves and totally modular system - removable bell and leadpipe. Check them out. Click Here
Type of Label: Major

My Blog

Robi Botos Trio with CSS Jazz Orchestra

Centennial Secondary School Jazz Orchestra with special guests the Robi Botos Trio (Robi Botos - piano, Frank Botos - drums, Attila Darvas - bass) Friday, May 29th 7:30pmCentennial Secondary School$15...
Posted by on Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:26:00 GMT

Brian Barlow Orchestra in special concert

Just in case you're interested, or you know someone who might be. Friday, Apr. 3Regent Theatre, Picton8:00pm$35.00The Brian Barlow Orchestra15 of Canada's top jazz musiciansrecreating the big-band sou...
Posted by on Sat, 21 Mar 2009 07:15:00 GMT

Chase Sanborn Quartet with the CSS Jazz Orchestra

CENTENNIAL SECONDARY SCHOOL JAZZ ORCHESTRAwith Special Guests The Chase Sanborn Quartet(Chase Sanborn - trumpet, Bram Gielan - bass, Dave Barton - guitar, Brian Barlow - drums)Thursday, May 29th, ...
Posted by on Mon, 26 May 2008 16:24:00 GMT

Brian Barlow Orchestra - Thursday, March 20th - Regent Theatre, Picton

Thursday, Mar. 20/08 - Regent Theatre - 224 Main St., Picton - 613-476-8416 (1-877-411-4761) - Brian Barlow Orchestra  "Swing into Spring"  8:00pm concert - tickets $35 at the Regent Theatre...
Posted by on Tue, 11 Mar 2008 06:57:00 GMT

Great Jazz in Kingston - not to be missed

Hello everyone - Here is some info about a great gig happening in Kingston next week.  Great band, featuring some great writing - should not be missed.  Please pass this along to anyone who ...
Posted by on Sun, 24 Feb 2008 15:54:00 GMT

Horns for sale!!

Hello everyone (sorry if you are not a trumpet player),I have two horns up for auction on ebay. Ending Friday October 26th.1. Taylor Chicago Custom - awesome heavy horn custom made by Andy Taylor. Thi...
Posted by on Fri, 19 Oct 2007 17:10:00 GMT

Trenton Summer Concert Series - Line-up

Here is a link to check out the acts for the Trenton Summer Concert Series.  My quartet is playing on the 5th of August (Fraser Park).  Check it out.  Trenton Summer Concert Lineup
Posted by on Fri, 13 Jul 2007 07:09:00 GMT

REMINDER: Russ Little Quartet at CSS - June 5th 7pm

A Show not to be missed.  The Centennial Jazz Orchestra with special guests, the Russ Little Quartet.  Tuesday, June 5th 7pm. Check out the artcicle in the Belleville Intelligencer
Posted by on Mon, 04 Jun 2007 19:17:00 GMT

PEC Jazz Festival - Media Day

Great article featuring the medai release party for the PEC Jazz Festival.  This is the only time you will see a picture of me playing flugelhorn, beside a picture of Guido playing the trumpet.&n...
Posted by on Wed, 30 May 2007 07:26:00 GMT

Russ Little Quartet at Centennial S.S. - June 5th

Music Centennial Presents: The Centennial Jazz Orchestra with Special Guests 'The Russ Little Quartet'. Tuesday, June 5th 7:00pm.  Adults $15.00, Students/Seniors $10.00. This event not to be mi...
Posted by on Wed, 28 Mar 2007 17:18:00 GMT