The Ostara Project

"Indeed, bands such as OSTARA Project are important not only because of the beautiful music they make, but also because representation matters, both in jazz and society at large" - Peter Hum, Ottawa Citizen

Bassist Jodi Proznick and pianist Amanda Tosoff stand as accomplished composers, educators, and bandleaders within the vibrant Canadian music scene. Their latest collaborative endeavour, The Ostara Project, took centre stage in February 2022, showcasing a brilliant constellation of seven jazz luminaries, each an acclaimed composer and bandleader in her own right. The emergence of The Ostara Project serves as a profound symbol of the growing presence and influence of Canadian women in the realm of music. 

The collective assembly includes Allison Au and Rachel Therrien and boasts an impressive discography of over 20 albums and a remarkable tally of 9 JUNO nominations, 3 Montreal Jazz Festival Grand Prix awards, Western Canadian Music Awards and a multitude of other accolades.