Ron Ledoux was born in Stanstead, Quebec, located on the Canada–United States border.
He is a professional guitarist and music teacher with a Bachelor’s degree in jazz performance from Concordia University and a teaching diploma from Ottawa University. Since the late 90’s, he has performed extensively backing up singers and performing with production shows in Canada, Europe and in the USA. Based in Montreal, Ron is known for his musical versatility and passion for jazz improvisation.
In 2022 Ron Ledoux released the album A Stone’s Throw Away, that has received several great reviews in Quebec, Canada as well as on the international scene. The album contains 11 original compositions from the musician and has received airplay from a large number of jazz radio shows in Canada (Radio-Canada, CBC), the United-States and many other countries. The album was nominated for the jazz album of the year award in 2022 at l’ADISQ as well as the One World Music Awards in thre UK.
Views, Visions & Destinations is the second album by the Ron Ledoux Quartet. Released in 2025, nine compositions emerge from the renewed complicity with arranger and bassist Gilbert Joanis. With the unique touch of Paul Shrofel on keyboards and Rich Irwin on drums, the quartet offers a journey where musical friendship continues in a series of passionate and dynamic pieces.
Awards
Nomination ADISQ, Jazz album of the year 2022
Nomination One World Music Awards, Jazz album of the year 2022.
Gear
Gibson 335 (2021)
Guild X175 (1976)
Ibanez JSM 10
Larrivée Om-03
Fender Stratocaster
Fender Telecaster
Gretsch 5120
Takamine & Yamaha Nylon String
Dell Arte Gypsy Jazz Guitar
"Concerning the ideas present on the album, it’s a goldmine of infectious melody writing. It is quite the feat that across 11 tracks (all of which were composed by guitarist Ron Ledoux and arranged by bassist Gilbert Joanis), neither the qualities of originality nor sophistication diminish in the slightest.”
-Yoshi Maclear Wall, The Whole Note, Toronto
“Ledoux is worth the wait. With a classic tone and shades of Wes Montgomery and Grant Green, Fourth impression kicks off the record with a bang.”
-David Reed, The Intelligencer, Belleville Ontario
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"Concerning the ideas present on the album, it’s a goldmine of infectious melody writing. It is quite the feat that across 11 tracks (all of which were composed by guitarist Ron Ledoux and arranged by bassist Gilbert Joanis), neither the qualities of originality nor sophistication diminish in the slightest.”
-Yoshi Maclear Wall, The Whole Note, Toronto
“Ledoux is worth the wait. With a classic tone and shades of Wes Montgomery and Grant Green, Fourth impression kicks off the record with a bang.”
-David Reed, The Intelligencer, Belleville Ontario
“A listen that’s full of both swinging fun and moments of sublime intimacy, Ledoux and company don’t waste a second on this debut that’s hopefully the first of many to come.”
-Tom Haugen, Take Effect Reviews, USA
“In particular Ledoux’s own guitar riffs should be highlighted, they exude authority and familiarity with the instrument.”
The two Canadians- Ron Ledoux and Gilbert Joanis have created eleven captivating new tracks.”
-Ivan Rod, Denmark
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