Ernesto Cervini is launching a new series celebrating mentorship and collaboration, with monthly gigs at the Emmet Ray in Toronto.
🎷 JUNO Winner Ernesto Cervini Launches “The Next Set” — A Monthly Mentorship Jazz Series at The Emmet Ray
Toronto, ON — Acclaimed drummer, composer, and bandleader Ernesto Cervini has launched a powerful new initiative in the heart of Toronto’s jazz scene. The Next Set, a monthly concert series at The Emmet Ray (924 College St), pairs seasoned professionals with top emerging artists in a rotating ensemble that showcases the depth, diversity, and future of Canadian jazz.
Presented on the first Wednesday of every month, The Next Set aims to foster mentorship and meaningful collaboration between generations of jazz musicians. Each edition features Cervini and another established player performing alongside two exceptional young artists—typically current students or recent graduates of local programs like the University of Toronto.
“I wanted to create something that celebrates the spirit of mentorship that’s so vital to jazz,” says Cervini. “Toronto is full of incredible young talent, and this series gives them a chance to step into the spotlight alongside players who’ve been in the game a little longer.”
Following the success of its September launch, the series continues on Wednesday, October 1st (7:00–8:45pm) with:
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Avshalom Ravitz – alto saxophone (2nd year U of T)
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Evan Miles – piano (Master’s student, U of T)
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Dan Fortin – bass (U of T Professor, Myriad3, Bernice)
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Ernesto Cervini – drums (Turboprop, Tetrahedron, Joel Frahm Trio)
Upcoming dates:
📅 The Next Set runs the first Wednesday of each month through spring 2026. Each show is $12 cover, with new lineups announced monthly.
Venue:
The Emmet Ray – 924 College Street, Toronto
7:00 PM – 8:45 PM | $12 Cover | All ages
For more information, visit:
🌐 www.ErnestoCervini.com
📸 Photos and media available upon request