Peter Liu and the Pollcats
Vintage Swing Band
Peter Liu and the Pollcats at the NCC River House - Thursday, September 17, 2023
Alex Tompkins (guitar), Alex Mastronardi (bass), Scott Poll (clarinet/sax), Carl Desjardins (drums), Peter Liu (vocals)
Alex Tompkins (guitar), Alex Mastronardi (bass), Scott Poll (clarinet/sax), Carl Desjardins (drums), Peter Liu (vocals)
Peter Liu & the Pollcats perform vintage vocal swing music authentic to the Golden Age of jazz from the 1920's to the 1940’s, when attending swing dances was one of the most popular entertainment activities. This exciting combo has performed regularly for the Ottawa Swing Dance Society's "Live Band Fridays", and they have become one of the most popular bands in the thriving local swing dance scene. Channeling the thrilling energy and irresistible groove of the swing era, Peter Liu & the Pollcats perform fresh interpretations of classic swing, inspiring excitement and joy in both listeners and dancers.
In addition to playing regularly for the Ottawa Swing Dance Society, Peter Liu and the Pollcats have performed at the Ottawa Jazz Festival, the Canadian Tulip Festival, the National Arts Centre, the Mackenzie King Estate and many other venues. They are the founders of the popular Ottawa SwingFest held at the Canadian War Museum. They have been invited to perform for many swing themed public and private events, and they are available for hire to enliven any room and dance floor with their fine music. Although most frequently a Sextet, they can also perform as a Quintet or Septet.
In addition to playing regularly for the Ottawa Swing Dance Society, Peter Liu and the Pollcats have performed at the Ottawa Jazz Festival, the Canadian Tulip Festival, the National Arts Centre, the Mackenzie King Estate and many other venues. They are the founders of the popular Ottawa SwingFest held at the Canadian War Museum. They have been invited to perform for many swing themed public and private events, and they are available for hire to enliven any room and dance floor with their fine music. Although most frequently a Sextet, they can also perform as a Quintet or Septet.
Photo: Katie Chao
Peter Liu and the Pollcats at the Canadian War Museum's SwingFest - Saturday, February 16, 2019
Photo: Kofi
Peter Liu and the Pollcats at the Ottawa Jazz Festival - Thursday, June 21, 2018
Peter Liu (vocals), Scott Poll (clarinet/sax), Peter Turner (trombone),
Yves Laroche (piano), Alex Mastronardi (bass), Steve Gallant (drums)
Peter Liu (vocals), Scott Poll (clarinet/sax), Peter Turner (trombone),
Yves Laroche (piano), Alex Mastronardi (bass), Steve Gallant (drums)
Photo: Bruno Avard
Peter Liu & the Pollcats at the Ottawa Jazz Festival - Thursday, June 21, 2018
Peter Liu (vocals), Scott Poll (clarinet), Peter Turner (trombone)
Yves Laroche (piano), Magnus Paulson (guitar), Alex Mastronardi (bass), Steve Gallant (drums)
Peter Liu (vocals), Scott Poll (clarinet), Peter Turner (trombone)
Yves Laroche (piano), Magnus Paulson (guitar), Alex Mastronardi (bass), Steve Gallant (drums)
Peter Liu & the Pollcats - Ottawa SwingFest at the Canadian War Museum - Saturday, March 3, 2018
Peter Liu (vocals), Scott Poll (clarinet), Peter Turner (trombone)
Yves Laroche (piano), Magnus Paulson (guitar), Alex Mastronardi (bass), Steve Gallant (drums)
Peter Liu (vocals), Scott Poll (clarinet), Peter Turner (trombone)
Yves Laroche (piano), Magnus Paulson (guitar), Alex Mastronardi (bass), Steve Gallant (drums)
Peter Liu and the Pollcats released their vintage swing themed CD “Count On Lindy” on Friday, October 13, 2017, at a dance hosted by the Ottawa Swing Dance Society (OSDS) at St. Joseph’s Church at 174 Wilbrod Street (at Cumberland St.). The 14 song album is a selection from their best swing dance tunes, including their original, “Count On Lindy”. The CD is now available at Compact Music (785 Bank St., 206 Bank St.), Leading Note (370 Elgin St.) and Singing Pebble Books (206 Main St.). The digital album and tracks can be purchased at Bandcamp. For more information about the album and if you would like a physical CD mailed to you visit this page.
Peter Liu and the Pollcats at "The Estate in Bloom" - Aug. 5, 6, & 7, 2017
Mackenzie King Estate, Gatineau Park, QC
Mackenzie King Estate, Gatineau Park, QC
Promo Photo for Valentine's Dance featuring Alex Pangman with Peter Liu & the Pollcats - Friday, February 10, 2017
The Ottawa Swing Dance Society, St. Joseph's Church, Ottawa
The Ottawa Swing Dance Society, St. Joseph's Church, Ottawa
Peter Liu & the Pollcats - Ottawa SwingFest at the Canadian War Museum - Saturday, March 25, 2017
Peter Liu (vocals), Scott Poll (clarinet), Peter Turner (trombone)
Yves Laroche (piano), Alex Mastronardi (bass), Steve Gallant (drums)
Peter Liu (vocals), Scott Poll (clarinet), Peter Turner (trombone)
Yves Laroche (piano), Alex Mastronardi (bass), Steve Gallant (drums)
Peter Liu & the Pollcats - New Year's Eve Swing Dance - Saturday, December 31, 2016
Peter Liu (vocals), Scott Poll (clarinet), Peter Turner (trombone)
Magnus Paulson (guitar), Alex Mastronardi (bass), Steve Gallant (drums)
Peter Liu (vocals), Scott Poll (clarinet), Peter Turner (trombone)
Magnus Paulson (guitar), Alex Mastronardi (bass), Steve Gallant (drums)
Peter Liu and the Pollcats at the 2016 Ottawa Jazz Festival - Sunday, July 3rd, 2016
Rendez-Vous Rideau Stage, Rideau Centre, Ottawa
Rendez-Vous Rideau Stage, Rideau Centre, Ottawa
Peter Liu & the Pollcats - Friday, November 13, 2015
Winners of the Ottawa Swing Dance Society's 16th Anniversary "Battle of the Bands"
Peter Liu (vocals), Scott Poll (clarinet), Peter Turner (trombone)
Yves Laroche (piano), Alex Mastronardi (bass), Tom Denison (drums)
Winners of the Ottawa Swing Dance Society's 16th Anniversary "Battle of the Bands"
Peter Liu (vocals), Scott Poll (clarinet), Peter Turner (trombone)
Yves Laroche (piano), Alex Mastronardi (bass), Tom Denison (drums)
