Charles Papasoff Tickets

Charles Papasoff is a cornerstone of Montreal’s jazz landscape, renowned for his expressive baritone saxophone, ambitious compositions, and hands-on production. Since the 1980s, he has helped shape the city’s sound through performance, collaboration, and innovative projects. This artist page offers a detailed biography, highlights from his discography, and notes on upcoming performances that invite you to secure your seats and experience his distinctive voice in jazz.

Throughout his career, Papasoff has been a versatile collaborator—leading the Papasoff Qtet, writing music for contemporary dance with Tristan and Iseult (Ballets Jazz de Montréal), and contributing to multimedia projects like Catharsis. He has also produced for notable artists such as Coral Egan and Bïa. A Genie Award nomination for Best Original Score for La lune viendra d’elle-même (So the Moon Rises) at the 25th Genie Awards (2005) underscores his breadth as a composer. In 2025, fans can catch the Papasoff Quintet, featuring Dawn Tyler Watson, on Ponant’s Jazz at Sea voyage from Montreal to New York. Explore his biography, discography, and the upcoming tour details below, and remember—we’ve got you covered for tickets and reliable access to great jazz experiences.