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Ernesto Cervini is a leading Canadian drummer, composer, and bandleader whose work spans intimate small ensembles to large jazz narratives. His project Ernesto Cervini's A Musical World builds a rich, collaborative sound drawn from global influences and cinematic storytelling. Notably, the concept album Joy (2022) reimagines Louise Penny’s Three Pines with guest vocalists Felicity Williams, Emilie-Claire Barlow, Amy Cervini, and Alex Samaras, delivering a landmark fusion of jazz instrumentation and vocal storytelling. Joy earned the Juno Award for Jazz Album of the Year: Solo in 2023, signaling Cervini's growing influence in Canadian and international jazz scenes. His earlier and ongoing work with Turboprop and TuneTown—featuring albums like There From Here, Abundance, Rev, and Tetrahedron—has been recognized by JazzIz and Jazz FM, highlighting his cross-ensemble impact and prolific output. This page provides a detailed biography, discography highlights, and upcoming tour information for Ernesto Cervini's A Musical World, including his 2025 live appearances and ongoing collaborations.