Elegant Traveler Jocelyn Gould

• 1 It's All Right With Me 05:14
• 2 Kindling 05:27
• 3 Center Of The Universe 04:04
• 4 It Might As Well Be Spring 04:25
• 5 Change Of Plans 05:11
• 6 A Fleeting Moment 04:38
• 7 Argyle 05:39
• 8 In A Daydream 04:45
• 9 The Game Changer 04:46
• 10 All Too Soon 05:24
• Total Runtime 49:33

Info for Elegant Traveler

Everybody is riding along in style when guitarist Jocelyn Gould unpacks her axe to launch the opening salvo on her aptly entitled debut release “Elegant Traveler.” Indeed, Gould gracefully pushes her melodic message to the forefront with skillful leadership, while she ably demonstrates a total command of her own instrument along with a delightful depth of talent as a composer and arranger. Also featured in supporting berths on the album are several top frontline musicians, including trombonist Michael Dease, saxophonist Brandon Wright, and trumpeter Anthony Stanco. Everyone is supported throughout the journey by the capable rhythm section of pianist Addison Frei, bassist George DeLancey, and drummer Quincy Davis. With an amazing combination of talents, some brilliant performances, and an evocative program of music, critical listeners should agree that “Elegant Traveler” successfully proclaims Jocelyn Gould as an important new musician to keep eyes and ears on for years to come.

Jocelyn Gould, guitar
Addison Frei, piano
George DeLancey, bass
Quincy Davis, drums
Michael Dease, trombone 5, 7, 8
Anthony Stanco, trumpet 5, 7, 10
Brandon Wright, tenor saxophone 3, 7

Jocelyn Gould
has been called “a leader in the next generation of great mainstream jazz guitarists” by Howard Paul, CEO of Benedetto Guitars. Her joyful energy has captivated audiences around the world and her passion for music is infectious. She has absorbed the influences of the jazz guitar greats and has woven them into an exciting personal sound. Her unique ability to connect with audiences always leaves them wanting more.

Jocelyn Gould has performed internationally in the groups of Grammy nominated vocalist Freddy Cole, Trumpeter Etienne Charles and DownBeat Rising Star trombonist Michael Dease. She can be heard on albums lead by Michael Dease, Jon Gordon, Diego Rivera, Randy Napoleon and Will Bonness. She is the 1st place winner of the 2018 Wilson Centre International Jazz Guitar competition.

Jocelyn's debut release as a leader, 'Elegant Traveler', was nominated for “Jazz Album of the Year” in the 2021 JUNO awards. Elegant Traveler showcases Jocelyn's warm and inviting sound and melodic compositions with an all star band.

Jocelyn is a professor and Head of Guitar Department at Humber College in Toronto.

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