Article updated July 25, 2026

I’m currently deep in the process of recording my debut album. For more than fifteen years, I've been writing music through every important chapter of my life, and Notes On Blue is the first time I've gathered those songs together into a narrative-driven album.

I’m honoured to be working with Juno Award-winning producer, bassist, and composer Rick Kilburn, who has become both a friend and mentor. To have my first album produced by someone connected to the legacy of Dave Brubeck and Paul Desmond is a mind-bending experience for me, as the music they created together first inspired me to begin studying music.

Rick and I are currently recording piano tracks for all thirteen songs, along with preliminary vocal recordings. Although voice is the instrument I have the least experience with, I chose to sing these songs myself because they come from my own life. I couldn't imagine anyone else telling these stories. More recently, I've also begun working with a vocal coach to continue developing my voice and become the best storyteller I can be.

Notes On Blue brings together songs written during pivotal moments in my life. The album will feature all of my musical voices, so to speak, with multi-tracked vocals alongside my piano, saxophone, and flute playing. Rick will be featured on bass, alongside Bernie Arai on drums.

If you've read this far, thank you. I'm grateful you took the time to learn more about my work. I hope these songs find whoever needs them most.

If this project resonates with you and you'd like to help bring Notes On Blue into the universe, I would be deeply grateful for your support.

Sincerely,

Kenni