2023/2024 Studio Zama Participants
2023/2024 Studio Zama Participants
ZENON
ZENON, a bi-racial, non-binary singer/songwriter who forges their path in R&B with sultry tones of jazz, intentional use of space and powerhouse vocals, creating a musical landscape entirely their own.
ZENON stormed the stage with an impressive 100+ live shows since 2022 and released their debut album, "GENRE Z," a sonic journey that leaves listeners breathless. They didn't stop there, in 2023 they opened for Alex Cuba at a Road to Juno's event, launched an intimate concert series in Alberta and British Columbia, played stellar showcases at CMW and NXNE 2023 in Toronto and out of province Festivals in Sooke and Prince George, all unforgettable milestones.
Armed with (BMus Degree) a large repertoire and live show charisma ZENON's trajectory is upward. Whether on stages solo or as a duo ZENON+, their performances are nothing short of mesmerizing. For a glimpse into ZENON's world, visit ZENON’s website here.
Chris Tauchner
Montreal native Chris Tauchner is a pianist, keyboardist, composer and educator who has been performing across North America for over twenty years. While his musical journey has provided the opportunity to play a wide array of styles, he has focused primarily on jazz, blues, funk, gospel, and electronic music.
Chris has performed numerous times at festivals such as Canadian Music Week, North By Northeast and the Montreal International Jazz Festival, appeared on radio and television, and recorded four original albums that continue to receive international airplay. Chris has shared the stage with Canadian and international artists such as Oliver Jones, Ranee Lee, Jeri Brown, Dave Turner, Montreal Jubilation Gospel Choir, Lorraine Klaasen, Metalwood, Digable Planets, K'naan, and Lee Fields, among others.
