Latitude 45 Artists Shine with Three JUNO Nominations! 🎶🏆

The 2025 JUNO Award nominations have been announced, and we are thrilled to celebrate three outstanding projects featuring Latitude 45 artists! These nominations recognize the innovation, artistry, and dedication of our musicians across classical and jazz genres.

🎻 East is East – Infusion Baroque (Classical Album of the Year: Small Ensemble)

Infusion Baroque’s East is East (Leaf Music) takes listeners on a journey through the intersection of Eastern and Western musical traditions. The album takes listeners on a journey of sounds with Eastern influences, combining repertoires of striking richness and diversity. This project has been magnificently enriched by the compositions of Amir Amiri as well as the collaboration of their guests artists, including some of the Latitude 45 family: Amir Amiri, Hamin Honari, Shawn Mativetski, Vidita Kanniks and Hank Knox. Their nomination in the Classical Small Ensemble category is a testament to their artistic excellence and adventurous programming.

Listen to East is East here

Classical Album of the Year (Small Ensemble)

🎼 Alikeness – Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra feat. Mark Fewer (Classical Album of the Year: Large Ensemble)

Under the baton of conductor and violinist Mark Fewer, Alikeness (Leaf Music) brings together the Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra for a captivating exploration of contemporary orchestral music. Fewer’s dual role as conductor and soloist makes this album a standout, showcasing his deep artistry and the ensemble’s exceptional cohesion. This well-deserved nomination in the Classical Large Ensemble category highlights the album’s impact on Canada’s classical music scene. Listen to Alikeness here.

Classical Album of the Year (Large Ensemble)

🎹 Time Will Tell – Andy Milne and Unison (Jazz Album of the Year: Group)

Pianist Andy Milne and his trio Unison deliver a deeply expressive and intricate performance on Time Will Tell (Sunnyside Records). Known for his genre-blending approach and masterful improvisation, Milne continues to redefine contemporary jazz. This nomination in the Jazz Album of the Year (Group) category solidifies his trio’s place at the forefront of the modern jazz landscape. Listen to Time Will Tell here.

Jazz Album of the Year (Group)

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Infusion Baroque (including Amir Amiri & Hank Knox), Mark Fewer and Andy Milne on this incredible achievement. 🎉 The JUNO Awards will take place on March 23, 2025—stay tuned as we cheer on our artists!

Check out the full list of nominees here.