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Liane Fainsinger
Been playing piano since 3yrs old, inspired by the bebop flame and teachings of the legendary Dr Barry Harris, she honours his tradition with a passion all her own.
About Me
Liane Fainsinger
Jazz Pianist and Vocalist
South African born jazz pianist and vocalist, Liane Fainsinger has been captivating
audiences and peers alike with her musical passion, virtuosity and talents. Her
unique styling’s have carved a place for herself in Toronto’s jazz scene, being a
favorite act for the last few years at Yorkville Summer Music in the Park, as well as
local music hot spots such as Relish Bar and Grill, 120 Diner, Gate 403, Hirut Café,
Jazz Bistro and was featured at Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts. She
has also been featured in The Belleville Jazz Festival, and Unionville's Music on The
Street. The Liane Fainsinger Trio and Quartet have included music greats such as
Don Thompson, Richard Brisco, Brendan Davis, Artie Roth, Chris Banks, Alexander
Brown, Frank Botos and Bill McBirnie to name a few.
Though classically trained, jazz took over Fainsinger’s heart and soul. She soon
discovered the teachings of bebop legend, Dr. Barry Harris thanks to Howard Rees’
introduction and participated in Harris’ master classes in multiple cities including
New York, Toronto, Montreal, Rome and Madrid. In addition, Liane religiously
attended Rees’s jazz workshops and it has changed her life forever.
But Jazz was not Fainsinger’s only love. For more than a decade, Liane deeply
immersed herself into musical theatre and became Music Director and Pianist for
more than 25 Civic Light Opera Company Productions like On the Town, Gypsy,
and Babe in Arms. Jazz classics emerged from these great shows and they stayed
with Liane influencing her dedication to jazz even more.
Whether Fainsinger is performing with her duo, trio or quartet, you are sure to be
witness to an especially rich jazz experience with this seasoned professional.
