Ernesto Cervini's "The Next Set"

“The Next Set” takes over the late-night jazz jam at the Toronto Jazz Festival! Known for bringing together established artists and emerging voices, this edition features a dynamic quartet led by drummer Ernesto Cervini, with Simon Smith-Bellefeuille on baritone saxophone, Eric Liang on piano, and Mark Godfrey on bass.

With its signature mix of mentorship and spontaneity, “The Next Set” creates an environment where rising talent meets seasoned experience on equal footing. Expect adventurous interplay, deep grooves, and a willingness to take risks—hallmarks of a series that has quickly become a staple of Toronto’s jazz community.

Following the opening set, the band will open things up for a late-night jam session, inviting musicians to join in and keep the music flowing. Whether you’re there to listen or sit in, this is a chance to be part of the creative energy that defines the Festival after dark.