Catbird Productions is pleased to present a third summer of guided jazz tours in Montreal accompanied by seasoned tour guide Leah Blythe, in conjunction with BURGUNDY JAZZ, a web documentary about Montreal's incredible contribution to jazz history. On this captivating walking tour, discover Little Burgundy’s historical community centres, Oscar Peterson’s birthplace, the Union United Church as well as key locations in the development of the black community and its influence on jazz! Having an iPhone with the Burgundy Jazz app installed is recommended but not required. Download the free iPhone app here. 20 people max per tour. Tours last approximately 2 hours. Meeting point: In front of Lucien L'Allier metro station, 955 Rue Lucien l'Allier, Montréal, QC, H3G 2C3. Please show up 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the tour. Tours run rain or shine so dress appropriately. This tour is given in English. YOUR GUIDE: Leah is passionate about history and just about everything cultural. For more than two years, she has been creating and leading guided tours of Montreal, her adopted city. With this jazz enthusiast you will discover the fascinating history of Montreal’s jazz scene and of its Black community… step by step! Check out the web doc: http://cbcmusic.ca/burgundyjazz
