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| Steve Holt Jazz Impact Quintet nominated for 2026 JUNO Award The Steve Holt Jazz Impact Quintet has received a 2026 JUNO Award nomination for Jazz Album of the Year for their latest release, IMPACT. The album showcases Holt's return as a leader and composer, supported by a powerhouse quintet featuring five of the country's most respected jazz musicians. Released in 2025, IMPACT has drawn positive critical attention from around the world for its musical depth, high-level ensemble interplay, and Holt's distinctive compositional voice. Steve Holt is a two-time JUNO-nominated pianist whose career spans more than four decades. He was McGill University's first-ever Bachelor of Music program majoring in Jazz Performance and later studied in New York City with legendary pianist Kenny Barron. Holt released his JUNO-nominated debut album The Lion's Eyes in 1983 and has since performed with jazz greats. write your comments about the article :: © 2026 Jazz News :: home page |