Canadian jazz artist brings wide range to Beijing

Canadian jazz pianist, composer and singer Laila Biali is getting ready for her debut performance in Beijing.

She will use the opportunity to introduce her dynamic range of songs, from lyrical ballads to high intensity, energetic pieces.

Joined by some of Canada's award-winning jazz musicians, including Kevin Turcotte on trumpet, Kelly Jefferson on saxophone and clarinet, Michael Occhipinti on guitar, George Koller on bass, and Biali's husband, Ben Wittman, on drums, Biali will perform at the National Center for the Performing Arts in Beijing on Saturday.