David Braid

David Braid is a Juno Award-winning Canadian jazz pianist and composer known for his lush, intricate arrangements and genre-blurring creativity. With a career spanning over two decades, he’s become a staple of Canada’s jazz scene, blending classical sensibilities with improvisational flair. His discography ranges from intimate solo piano works (*David Braid Solo Live*) to bold collaborations like *Nimmons’n’Braid* with legendary Canadian clarinetist Phil Nimmons. Recent projects like *Delia’s Gone* (a film score) and the *Peace for Five* series highlight his versatility, while releases such as *The North* and *Flow* showcase his knack for evocative, cinematic storytelling through jazz. Whether reimagining standards (*Wouldn’t It Be Nice*) or crafting original compositions, Braid’s work feels both timeless and refreshingly inventive.

Genres

Jazz

Contemporary Jazz

Avant-garde Jazz

Fusion Music

Progressive Jazz

Piano Jazz

World Jazz

Improvisational Jazz

Latest Release

Twotet Deuxtet (2024 Remastered Version)

David Braid

Album - 8 Tracks - Released December 7, 2024