Montréal-based jazz pianist and composer Kate Wyatt is back with her highly anticipated new album, Murmurations, set to release on Friday, October 10, 2025. Widely recognized for her creativity, finesse, and expressive musical voice, Wyatt has become one of Canada’s most compelling jazz artists. A Paul de Hueck and Norman Walford Career Achievement Award nominee, she first captured attention with her debut album Artifact in 2022, which received glowing international reviews and appeared on multiple “Best Jazz of 2022” lists.
A Trio in Perfect Sync
Murmurations is a showcase of musical empathy and dialogue, featuring Wyatt alongside Montréal jazz heavyweights Adrian Vedady on bass and Louis-Vincent Hamel on drums. Each member contributes original compositions, creating a rich and varied sonic landscape that balances individual creativity with deep collective cohesion. The trio’s interplay is remarkably intuitive, moving seamlessly between composed passages and spontaneous improvisation, reflecting the trust and sensitivity that define their musical connection.
The album’s concept is inspired by nature’s spectacular murmurations—the fluid, coordinated flight of starlings. Just as these birds shift and turn as one, the Kate Wyatt Trio moves with an almost telepathic understanding, responding instantly to one another while maintaining room for personal expression. This sense of unity is felt throughout the album, giving listeners a sense of movement, breath, and organic flow.
In addition to the original compositions, the album features a bold, inventive interpretation of Kurt Weill’s “Mack the Knife”, highlighting the trio’s playful and adventurous spirit. Wyatt’s piano work shines throughout, combining lyrical phrasing with rhythmic agility, while Vedady and Hamel provide a dynamic, responsive foundation that allows the music to breathe.
Murmurations demonstrates Kate Wyatt’s continued evolution as a bandleader and composer. It is a record that celebrates the art of listening, the joy of collaboration, and the thrill of live interplay—all captured with remarkable intimacy and clarity. The trio will tour across Canada in support of the album, bringing their uniquely interactive sound to audiences nationwide.
For jazz enthusiasts, musicians, and fans of innovative musical dialogue, Murmurations promises an immersive listening experience.
Release Date: Friday, October 10, 2025
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