Award-winning jazz bassist and composer Ilya Osachuk is returning from New York City to his hometown of Winnipeg to release his debut album as leader, The Answer. Released on November 1, 2024 to critical acclaim, the album is a triumph for the young musician who is featured as a performer, composer, arranger, and producer on it.  For this special performance, Osachuk will be accompanied by internationally acclaimed musicians Thomas Linger (piano), Kai Craig (drums) and special guest Jon Gordon (saxophone). “This album introduces us to a young, gifted composer and musician. Ilya Osachuk breathes new life into the jazz bass.” Dee Dee McNeil – Making A Scene This project is funded in part by FACTOR, the Government of Canada and Canada’s private radio broadcasters. Ce projet est financé en partie par FACTOR, le gouvernement du Canada et les radiodiffuseurs privés du Canada. This concert was funded by the Manitoba Arts Council.