Seven days of every week, you will see and hear a different band for each night of the week. Here is a short bio for each band:

Each Monday:   Sophia Perlman and The Vipers

It is a special treat to have Sophia Perlman and The Vipers join the Reservoir Lounge as a regular Monday night act. With her youth and her proven natural talent, Sophia lures her listeners on each note with her genuine musical sincerity. When Sophia and The Vipers had their debut performance in October of 2005 there were those who wondered if the then twenty-year-old vocalist Sophia Perlman and her band would survive the tough-sell Monday night slot.

Not only have they survived, they have received an overwhelming response, drawing veteran jazz fans and new audiences alike to Toronto's Reservoir Lounge, where they play weekly. The band, which spans three generations of musicians, and five generations of jazz, features Perlman alongside Howard Moore (trumpet), Pat Carey (saxophones), Robi Botos (piano), Mitchell Lewis (guitar), Terry Wilkins (bass) and Jeff Halischuk (drums), and a roster of guest artists which makes up a veritable who's who of the Toronto jazz scene.

Each Tuesday:   Tyler Yarema & His Rhythm

Tyler Yarema is the winner of Piano Player of the Year 1999, and new artist of the year in 1998 at the Maple Blues Awards.

Tyler Yarema & His Rhythm has been at the top of the Canadian Jazz/Swing world since their inception four years ago. This seven-piece band began in the early stages of the Reservoir and are hit performers at Jazz festivals across Canada. With an impeccable rhythm section, exquisite horns, and Tyler's full voice and blistering piano, this is one night to not stay home.

Each Wednesday:   Bradley and the Bouncers

Once rumored to have been in the film production biz and then journeying a path from the late night edit rooms to late night at the Reservoir as Toronto's most charming bouncer, Bradley has evolved into a dashing and striking professional jazzman on the recent Toronto scene.

Bradley came to the Reservoir stage over two years ago and packs the house on Wednesday nights. In fact, Bradley opened Wednesday nights at the Reservoir Lounge initially for persons whom work in the restaurant and hospitality industry. Today, you will find a variety of people in the audience either from the industry or from many other backgrounds. Hooking the listener with his personality, gleaming face - Bradley puts out a superb Louis Armstrong.

Be sure to visit www.bradleyandthebouncers.com.

Each Thursday:   Janice Hagan

Rob Salem writer for the 'Toronto Star' affectionately refers to Janice as "The little lady with the big voice".

Janice Hagan is a powerhouse singer, dynamic entertainer, and leader of one of the hottest jazz/swing groups in Toronto. Belting out great tunes from the master's like Bessie Smith, Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong and many more, Janice has been able to showcase her fiery vocals and stellar band every Thursday night. With Janice running the show, it truly is a night not to be missed.

Each Friday:   Chet Valiant Combo

After several years abroad, the Chet Valiant Combo has returned to Toronto to reclaim their title as Canada's Court Jesters of swing and jazz fast, fun loving and innovative.

This band started 15 years ago backing up the irreverent BIG RUDE JAKE, and made a splash on the Queen Street music scene, playing their powerful mixture of jump and traditional jazz. You can see them wail every Friday night at the Reservoir Lounge.

Each Saturday:   Tory Cassis, and accompanied by Tyler Yarema

Saturday night is a diverse blend of blues, swing and jazz standards, focused primarily on popular music from the mid 30's to the late 50's. Tory and an all-star lineup of local musicians have been drawing full houses to the Reservoir every Saturday for six years. Now, you will see and hear Tyler Yarema as a special accompaniment to Tory and his band.

Over the past couple of years, Tory has toured across Canada and the northwestern United States most recently in support of the 1999 release of his debut CD of original music, "Anywhere but Here", for which he received a Juno nomination in the category of Best New Artist. For more info on the disc and Tory's original project please visit www.ToryCassis.com

Each Sunday:   Luke Nicholson

GENIE AWARD nominee Luke Nicholson started playing music at the early age of five. Raised in a musical family where after diner jam sessions became the nightly norm. Music has always been and continues to be his passion. Guitar and the piano are his main strengths, however he is quite capable with many.

Last year Luke had the fortune of winning Molson Canadian's Battle of the bands, earning an opening slot at the Molson Amplitheatre for a Tom Petty show.

This year promises to be even better, with two songs(including the end credit "BREATHE" which earned a GENIE AWARD nomination)in the motion picture "Poor Boy's Game" (starring Danny Glover and Rossif Sutherland) and a full length album in the works. He is currently being produced by Byron Wong, who has worked with artists such as David Bowie, David Usher, Crystal Method, and Beck.

Occasional Special Guest Performer:   Danny B

"Too much whisky, too many cigarettes," reflects veteran Toronto blues man Danny B. That voice is instantly recognizable as the one that croons the familiar "you're on your way with Esso" jingle heard across the country.

Danny B is something special. His music may be well traveled, but it's message and meaning is as contemporary as it is legacy: the blues and jazz gave birth to rock and roll, hip-hop, rap and pop music.

Danny B started singing as a young boy for his family and friends in the neighborhood. He has loved entertaining and pleasing his audience of all his life. Danny B has a high-energy stage presence and will surely activate your participation with some hand clapping every so often - not to mention some great dancing.

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