ETHIO JAZZ WITH MELAT MENGESHA
October 25 @ 2:00 PM
MELAT MENGESHA - VOCALS
GIRMA WOLDEMICHAEL - SAXOPHONE
STEVEN COLE - GUITAR
KOBI HASS - BASS
DANIEL BARNES - DRUMS
No Reservations
Pay What You Can
Melat Mengesha
Ethiopian Canadian Singer/Songwriter | Ethio-Jazz, Folk, Contemporary
Hailing from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, now based in Toronto, Melat is a singer, songwriter, producer and composer whose music blends contemporary, folk and Ethio-jazz, roots sounds. Born and raised in Ethiopia's capital, Melat has always been drawn to music, seeking out every opportunity to participate, grow, and contribute meaningfully to both her own artistic journey and the community around her.
Two major influences in her artistic expression are the legendary Ethiopian singers Gigi (Ejigayehu Shibabaw) and Aster Aweke. Her powerful vocal styles, deep connection to Ethiopian musical tradition, and ability to bridge Ethio-jazz sounds with contemporary artistry have left a lasting imprint on Melat's own approach to songwriting and performance.
A major turning point came in 2015, when Melat won the first season of Balageru (Ethiopian Idol). That breakthrough opened the door to a variety of showcases and performances, from intimate stages to large-scale concerts, allowing her to tour across her hometown and beyond. Since then, Melat has released several music videos, explored diverse genres, and used music as a tool for community development and fundraising.
Sunday, October 25
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
The Rex · 194 Queen Street West
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