Paul Read established PRO (The Paul Read Orchestra) in 2006 in order to give voice to his creative expressions for large ensemble. Comprised of many of Canada’s top players, PRO has been featured at the Port Hope Jazz Festival, the 2008 IAJE conference (Toronto) and numerous times at the Rex Jazz Club. The orchestra’s first CD was recorded in May, 2010. Arc-en-ciel (working title) is due for release this summer.
- Composer/Leader: Paul Read
- Reeds: Andy Ballantyne, Tara Davidson, Alex Dean, Quinsin Nachoff, Bob Leonard
- Trumpets: Jason Logue, Chase Sanborn, Lina Allemano, Jim Lewis
- Trombones: Terry Promane, William Carn, Andrew Jones, Larry Shields
- Guitar: Geoff Young
- Piano: David Braid
- Bass: Andrew Downing
- Drums: Kevin Dempsey
- Voice: Trish Colter