Music
Press
"Jordan Klapman is a talented virtuoso pianist!"
- The Roselawn Jazz Series
“On behalf of MAZON, I want thank you so much for last night...you all sounded amazing. I just love listening to you fellows play.
Murray and I are huge fans of yours!"
- Susan Silverman, CHRP,
The Resourceful Group
"Wonderul performance. People loved your music… it was great!”
- Jackie Kott-Wolle, Arts at the Grace Concert Series
"Jordan Klapman is THE man in town for anything piano. Whether it be stride, klezmer, jazz or dance music, Jordan always rocks the house with his phenomenal talent, energy and joyful presence!"
- Chris McKhool, Jazz violinist
“(He’s) like having Fats Waller at the keyboard!”
- John Grimley, TorontoJazz
“Wonderful job!”
- Joanne Sokolowski, City of Toronto Cavalcade of Stars
“People are still talking about the music. You guys were great, and in fact, the best part of the entertainment!”
- Elana Safronsky, bride
“You are amazing. Looking forward to sharing more
of your talent!”
- Janet J. Ruzycki, Ontario Labour Relations Board
“Thank you for delighting us with melody and music on New Year's Eve. Your playing brought warmth into the Marriott!”
- Catherine Marshall, Marriott Hotel Toronto Eaton Centre
"Thank you for a great day. Music was fabulous and you helped so much to make everything unfold as it should...Please pass our appreciation on to the rest of your quartet!"
- Wendy Lavine, bride,
Royal York Imperial Room
- Various Quotes
Discography
Jordan Klapman- 100 Years of Waller
Klapman and Lewis- SHINE
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Bio
Jordan Klapman is a versatile pianist, bandleader, accompanist, vocalist and composer with over twenty-five years' experience performing in venues across Canada and the Caribbean.
Jordan's specializes in the classic jazz of 'Fats' Waller and the great Harlem 'stride' pianists.
100 YEARS OF WALLER:
Originally created and performed thrice to delighted audiences at the 2004 Distillery Jazz Festival.
An exciting journey through the life and music of Fats Waller, highlighting the music and humour of this great artist through songs and stories. 100 Years of Waller features 15 of Waller's greatest hits played by an allstar band of Canada's best swing musicians!
You can contact Jordan Klapman at jordan@jordanklapman.com or phone 416-588-0854.
As a Solo Pianist, Jordan has appeared
at the Park Hyatt, Royal York, and the Rosewater
Supper Club among other top venues throughout Canada, the US and the Caribbean.
Jordan heads several popular Jazz Duos, Trios, Quartets featuring vocalists, guitar, and reeds. We often play for weddings and corporate special events. You can check out Jordan's musical groups at www.jordanklapman.com.
Places Jordan has Performed:
CBC National Radio- Here & Now, Vinyl Cafe and others
TVOntario
Toronto Downtown Jazz Festivals
2003-4 Distillery Jazz Festivals
Orangeville Jazz Festival
The Roselawn Jazz Series
The Montreal Bistro
Top O’ The Senator
Rex Jazz Bar
Roy Thomson Hall
Royal York Hotel Big Band Series
CN Tower
Casa Loma
Art Gallery Of Ontario
Royal Ontario Museum
Windsor Arms Courtyard Café
Windsor Arms Club 22
Arts and Letters Club
The Carlu
Niagara Fallsview Casino Mainstage
Windsor Casino Mainstage
Sarnia Casino Mainstage
Centrepointe Theatre Ottawa
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