Mark Masri
Aaron has written commissioned vocal charts for the JUNO-nominated singer, Mark Masri.
John F. Kennedy Center – Nelson Mandela Tribute
Aaron’s new work, “Long Road to Freedom” was premiered at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in honour of Dr. Nelson Mandela’s 100th Anniversary Concert. Jensen was commissioned to write the new piece by Classical Movements for the 2018 Serenade! Washington DC Choral Festival as part of the Eric Daniel Helms New…
Emilie-Claire Barlow
Aaron had the pleasure of singing several cues on the soundtrack of the Kevin Spacey film Casino Jack alongside Emilie-Claire Barlow and Cadence. The original score was composed by Jonathan Goldsmith. The film was nominated for a Golden Globe and won the Audience Choice Award at the St. Louis International Film Festival.
Casino Jack
Aaron had the pleasure of singing several cues on the soundtrack of the Kevin Spacey film Casino Jack alongside Emilie-Claire Barlow and Cadence. The original score was composed by Jonathan Goldsmith. The film was nominated for a Golden Globe and won the Audience Choice Award at the St. Louis International Film Festival.
Triphony Hall – Tokyo, Japan – Takatsuki Jazz Fest
Countermeasure had the pleasure of performing at Triphony Hall in Tokyo, Japan as part of the Takatsuki Jazz Festival. The performance featured the world premiere of Jensen’s composition, Carry Away.
musica intima
musica intima recently featured Aaron’s composition Uvavnuk Dreams: The Great Sea, in concert. The song comes from Jensen’s song cycle, From Sea to Sea, setting the works of Canadian poets. Listen to the track below, as performed by The Elmer Iseler Singers.
Nathaniel Dett Chorale – Koerner Hall, Toronto
Jensen was commissioned to compose two new works for a shared concert at Koerner Hall featuring Nathaniel Dett Chorale and Countermeasure. The event celebrated the life and works of Billy Strayhorn. Jensen composed Life is Fine, and All Roads Lead Back to You, and arranged Train the A Take (a playful deconstruction of Take the…
Countermeasure – 14 Characters
Aaron mixed, produced, and arranged/composed all tracks for Countermeasure’s debut album 14 Characters. The album was recognized through several CARA Awards/Nominations (Best Jazz Album, Best Electronic/Experimental Song for Jensen’s “Opera Somnia”, Best Album (CAL), and Best Song for Jensen’s “14 Characters”).
Michael Davidson
Aaron had the pleasure of composing Hold On for Michael Davidson on vibraphone and Countermeasure for the 2020 release, Guest Sessions. The piece was premiered at Triphony Hall, in Tokyo, Japan. Click here to listen to Guest Sessions
Heather Bambrick
Aaron has had the pleasure of performing alongside JAZZ FM personality and JUNO-nominated vocalist Heather Bambrick in a variety of contexts over the years. He’s shared the stage with her as part of Countermeasure, Cadence, and Retrocity, and has shared the booth with her for a variety of studio sessions, including recording the soundtrack to…