On October 18, 2008 Taiwan attempted a world record with 918 saxophonists; the Shuffle Demons were the previous record holders five years ago at 900. Show that patriotic pride at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, July 1 as the Shuffle Demons try to better all previous attempts and bring the world record officially back to Canada. Led by the Shuffle Demons, saxophonists will play a five minute rendition of O Canada.
To avoid disqualification, ONLY SAXOPHONES will be participating in this world record breaking attempt. Regardless of skill level, experience and age, all saxophonists are welcome to participate.
Registration is free and available online at torontojazz.com; participants will also be able to register on the day of the event starting at 12 p.m. at Nathan Phillips Square.
Sheet music as well as music samples of the national anthem are available for download at torontojazz.com.
The Shuffle Demons celebrate their 25th anniversary this summer with a special reunion tour across Canada. Capturing the imagination of a generation with their crazy, zany, enthusiastic spirit and number one hit, Spadina Bus, there is still nobody else like them. Do not miss the return of the Shuffle Demons!
The sounds of jazz will have feet tappin' and fingers snappin' as the 23rd edition of the TD Canada Trust Toronto Jazz Festival swings its way into summer, running from June 26 to July 5, 2009. Be a part of the action as more than 1,500 musicians, performing in over 350 concerts, descend upon Toronto for the city's largest music festival. Get jazzed this summer!
For more information contact All About Jazz.
