*Stefon Harris with Steve Kirby's Oceanic Jazz Orchestra

Three-time Grammy nominated vibraphonist-composer Stefon Harris is herald as "one of the most important young artists in jazz" and "one of the most stunning contemporary jazz musicians in the country".  Harris' passionate artistry, spell-binding stage presence and astonishing virtuosity have propelled him into the forefront of today's jazz scene.  After his brilliant 2005 Asper performance, Stefon returns to join forces with Steve Kirby's exciting new ensemble, The Oceanic Jazz Orchestra, a group that draws on world folk music for its inspiration and features top-flight musicians from both the jazz and classical traditions.  Get ready for an exciting adventure in "world jazz".