Mike Downes
Mike Downes is a distinguished Canadian bassist and composer known for his versatility in jazz and contemporary music. He has performed with numerous notable artists and ensembles, contributing his expertise to a range of musical projects. Downes is involved in the National Arts Centre Orchestra’s tribute to Oscar Peterson, arranging the performance of the civil-rights anthem 'Hymn to Freedom.'
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Recent news mentions
NACO commissioned special arrangements by the quartet’s bassist Mike Downes, a monumental undertaking that transformed the orchestra into a sort of boombox for the quartet’s intimate renditions.
Oscar Peterson centenary celebrated at Expo 2025 in National Arts Centre Orchestra’s Osaka performance
Canada· 2025-06-19
The Peterson celebration at the expo on June 6 will include a performance of the civil-rights anthem Hymn to Freedom, arranged by Mike Downes.
National Arts Centre Orchestra bringing premieres, works by Oscar Peterson to Korea and JapanCanada· 2025-05-28
