The New Sound

Jocelyn Gould Quartet
Jocelyn Gould｜Guitar
Jordan VanHemert｜Saxophone
Rei Wang｜Bass
David Bowen｜Drums

Jazz is always evolving. Every generation leaves its own voice.

Among the most compelling artists shaping today's jazz landscape is Canadian guitarist Jocelyn Gould. Acclaimed for her infectious swing, lyrical improvisation, and unmistakable musical identity, Gould has quickly emerged as one of the leading voices of a new generation of jazz musicians. Winner of the JUNO Award for Jazz Album of the Year, she has performed at major festivals and renowned jazz clubs across North America, Europe, and Japan, captivating audiences with performances that combine virtuosity, warmth, and boundless energy.

Making her debut in the Taichung Jazz Festival Ticketed Concert Series, Gould brings her acclaimed quartet to Taiwan for an evening that bridges the timeless language of swing and bebop with the adventurous spirit of contemporary jazz. Inspired by guitar legends such as Wes Montgomery and Joe Pass, she embraces the tradition while forging a distinctive musical voice that is unmistakably her own.

Within the quartet, every performance unfolds as a living conversation. Melody, rhythm, and improvisation intertwine with effortless chemistry, allowing each musical idea to evolve naturally in the moment. It is in these spontaneous exchanges that jazz reveals its true essence—not as a fixed repertoire, but as an art form continually shaped through listening, responding, and creating together.

The New Sound is more than a guitar concert; it is a portrait of contemporary jazz in motion. Rooted in tradition yet driven by curiosity and imagination, Jocelyn Gould invites audiences to experience where jazz is today—and where its next chapter is already beginning.