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“Back from Brazil” Andree-Ann Deschenes - piano - Friday November 14, 2025 - 7:30 pm - THE LOFT
Algoma Conservatory Concerts presents
“Back from Brazil” Andree-Ann Deschenes - piano
Friday November 14, 2025
7:30 pm - THE LOFT
Doors at 6:30 pm - cash bar
Tickets: $40, 30 and under: $28, Subscribers to 5 or more concerts: $33
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Freshly back from an international tour in Brazil, pianist Andree-Ann Deschenes is excited to perform at The Loft again, after performing for audiences in São Paulo, Natal, and João Pessoa, in addition to lending her expertise and artistry to the IX Encontro Internacional de Piano Contemporâneo. Come hear some Brazilian-inspired piano music and experience a unique evening of music and stories!
Celebrated by The Whole Note as possessing “a tremendous amount of energy, humour and astonishing talent,” Canadian pianist Andree-Ann Deschenes brings a fresh perspective to piano music. Encouraging listeners to sit back and settle into the music, she pairs her classically-trained sensibilities with elements borrowed from jazz and other inspiring art forms to communicate “just the right amount of drama, power and/or grace” (Mainly Piano) each piece demands.
Placing Latin American music at the forefront of her studies, Deschenes takes to the bench with reverence and intrigue to present vibrant interpretations that spotlight her “intense virtuosity and cool control” (Villa Lobos Magazine). Her commitment to sharing the works of lesser known composers keeps her in pursuit of unearthing regional rarities. Her 2018 studio album, The Ovalle Project, is a direct result of this passion and drive, showcasing the unique and bold works of early twentieth-century Brazilian composer Jayme Ovalle.
Daring to push the boundaries of the classical landscape, Andree-Ann rebels against tradition. From salsa groups and jazz ensembles, to accompanying singer-songwriters, Deschenes has leant her artistry to a variety of projects and performances. Unafraid to explore creative connections in unlikely places, her curiosity once led her to sharing a stage with Motörhead’s Lemmy Kilmister, but that’s a story for another time...
Her new album, Wanderings, is a mosaic of newly commissioned compositions, underscoring Deschenes' commitment to new piano works influenced by jazz, Brazilian, and classical aesthetics. Recorded at The Loft Studio in Sault Ste. Marie, the collaborative album features new works by seven esteemed composers, highlighting exploration of the spirit and the spaces it occupies. Wanderings was selected as the Record of the Week on CBC Music’s In Concert in 2024 by award-winning host Paolo Pietropaolo, as well as featured on CBC Music’s Saturday Night Jazz and Classical WSMR’s Modern Notebook, and received rave reviews in The Whole Note and Brazil’s Revista Concerto, amongst other media outlets.
Both educational and performance opportunities have taken Deschenes across North America, from Montreal, to Toronto, to Los Angeles, to her current home, Sault Ste. Marie. Having earned an Advanced Diploma in Jazz (Humber College), followed by a Master’s Degree in Afro- Latin music (California State University), and most recently, a Doctor of Musical Arts degree (Claremont Graduate University), Andree-Ann brings considerable experience and enthusiasm her performances and recorded works.
Algoma Conservatory Concerts presents
“Back from Brazil” Andree-Ann Deschenes - piano
Friday November 14, 2025
7:30 pm - THE LOFT
Doors at 6:30 pm - cash bar
Tickets: $40, 30 and under: $28, Subscribers to 5 or more concerts: $33
Scroll down, add to the cart and click on cart to check-out with your credit card
Freshly back from an international tour in Brazil, pianist Andree-Ann Deschenes is excited to perform at The Loft again, after performing for audiences in São Paulo, Natal, and João Pessoa, in addition to lending her expertise and artistry to the IX Encontro Internacional de Piano Contemporâneo. Come hear some Brazilian-inspired piano music and experience a unique evening of music and stories!
Celebrated by The Whole Note as possessing “a tremendous amount of energy, humour and astonishing talent,” Canadian pianist Andree-Ann Deschenes brings a fresh perspective to piano music. Encouraging listeners to sit back and settle into the music, she pairs her classically-trained sensibilities with elements borrowed from jazz and other inspiring art forms to communicate “just the right amount of drama, power and/or grace” (Mainly Piano) each piece demands.
Placing Latin American music at the forefront of her studies, Deschenes takes to the bench with reverence and intrigue to present vibrant interpretations that spotlight her “intense virtuosity and cool control” (Villa Lobos Magazine). Her commitment to sharing the works of lesser known composers keeps her in pursuit of unearthing regional rarities. Her 2018 studio album, The Ovalle Project, is a direct result of this passion and drive, showcasing the unique and bold works of early twentieth-century Brazilian composer Jayme Ovalle.
Daring to push the boundaries of the classical landscape, Andree-Ann rebels against tradition. From salsa groups and jazz ensembles, to accompanying singer-songwriters, Deschenes has leant her artistry to a variety of projects and performances. Unafraid to explore creative connections in unlikely places, her curiosity once led her to sharing a stage with Motörhead’s Lemmy Kilmister, but that’s a story for another time...
Her new album, Wanderings, is a mosaic of newly commissioned compositions, underscoring Deschenes' commitment to new piano works influenced by jazz, Brazilian, and classical aesthetics. Recorded at The Loft Studio in Sault Ste. Marie, the collaborative album features new works by seven esteemed composers, highlighting exploration of the spirit and the spaces it occupies. Wanderings was selected as the Record of the Week on CBC Music’s In Concert in 2024 by award-winning host Paolo Pietropaolo, as well as featured on CBC Music’s Saturday Night Jazz and Classical WSMR’s Modern Notebook, and received rave reviews in The Whole Note and Brazil’s Revista Concerto, amongst other media outlets.
Both educational and performance opportunities have taken Deschenes across North America, from Montreal, to Toronto, to Los Angeles, to her current home, Sault Ste. Marie. Having earned an Advanced Diploma in Jazz (Humber College), followed by a Master’s Degree in Afro- Latin music (California State University), and most recently, a Doctor of Musical Arts degree (Claremont Graduate University), Andree-Ann brings considerable experience and enthusiasm her performances and recorded works.