introducing

The Coltrane Sutras

A re-imagining and further exploration of the world of music of John & Alice Coltrane and beyond, featuring an eclectic collection of instruments, sounds, rhythms, and melodies from around the world by some of Canada’s top jazz and global musicians.

Inspired by the counter-cultural spiritual revelations of John and Alice Coltrane in the late 60’s, Jonathan and Andrew Kay are continuing the Coltrane’s search for a “multicultural theory of musical transcendence.” Based on their roots as jazz musicians in Toronto and inspired by their extensive training in North Indian classical music while living in Kolkata, the Kay brothers have been experimenting in re-imagining Coltrane’s music through a unique and compelling transcultural lens. In 2021, the Kay brothers released their first album The Coltrane Sutras in collaboration with renowned jazz musicians Roberto Occhipinti and Pat LaBarbera.

Musicians

Jonathan Kay

Saxophones, Esraj, Shakuhachi, Woodwinds

Andrew Kay

Saxophones, Singing Bowls, Clarinet, Woodwinds, Guzheng & Percussion

Pat LaBarbera

Tenor and & Soprano Saxophone

Adam Teixeira

Drums, Cymbals, & Percussion

Roberto Occhipinti

Upright Bass

Dhaivat Jani

Tabla, Drums, Cymbals & Percussion

Dusk Dawn Suite

Discover another world in this moving and powerful suite of John Coltrane’s music, including Alabama, Dusk Dawn, Offering, and Peace on Earth.

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