After Eight Ensemble

Whether you are looking for smooth background music, a romantic ambience for your event, or danceable jazz with a bossa nova vibe, this group delivers. You can expect a comfortable volume level, a clean setup, and very professional, nicely dressed performers. Our song selections feature beloved works by artists and composers such as Nat King Cole, Rosemary Clooney, Diana Krall, Linda Ronstadt, Cole Porter, Rodgers & Hammerstein, and George Gershwin, among others.

Vocalist Valerie Mizzoni:
Valerie is a dynamic and seasoned professional vocalist whose career has spanned country, rock, pop, R&B, and now jazz. With two albums to her credit and five singles receiving national airplay—including one that reached the Top 50 in Canada—she has established herself as a powerful and versatile presence in the music industry.
Her nationally aired music video and performances on some of the province’s most prominent stages further showcase her commanding stage presence and vocal artistry.
Today, Valerie brings her passion and experience to the timeless world of classic jazz, delivering beloved standards with style, soul, and sophistication alongside a group of exceptionally talented musicians.

Pianist Marc Lamontagne:
Marc is a talented pianist and keyboardist who has been a vibrant presence in the Calgary music scene since the early 1990s. Over the years, he has performed with a wide range of bands, duos, and quartets throughout the Calgary area, while also captivating audiences as a solo artist at distinguished private clubs such as the Ranchmen’s Club, as well as at premier hotels, restaurants, and historic venues including Lougheed House.

Marc’s musical style is both versatile and engaging, spanning jazz, blues, country, 1950s rock and roll, and pop/soft rock favorites from the decades that followed. His ability to move seamlessly across genres allows him to create the perfect atmosphere for any setting — from elegant background ambiance to lively, crowd-pleasing performances.

In June 2020, Marc released his debut album of original compositions, Reflections in Melody, showcasing his expressive artistry and passion for melodic storytelling.