“Jamie was one of the few who, right from the beginning, was searching for a way to express herself using as many styles of music as she could”
Jamie Lee is a drummer, composer, and arranger based in Vancouver.
Jamie started playing drums at the age of 10 and writing music since high school. She received a Bachelors Degree in Jazz Performance at Capilano University in 2018. During her time at Capilano University, She studied with some of Canada’s finest musicians, including Dave Robbins, Dylan van der Schyff, Jared Burrows, Juno-nominated Bill Coon, and Juno-winner Brad Turner.
Jamie is now one of the rising jazz artists in Vancouver's jazz scene, known for her expressive and sensitive approach on the drums and her unique compositions.
Jamie is currently involved in many groups including: Porteau, Spindle!, Dean Thiessen’s Stranger Friends, Sister Jazz Orchestra, Chris Berner Big Band, and VYCE (Vancouver's Young Composers Ensemble), as well as her own group Jamie Lee Trio. Jamie also has recorded numerous projects including Amanda Sum’s debut singles “Group Think”, “Mary Shelly”, and “Hot Headed Egos”.
Jamie Lee Trio released a full-length debut album “Introspective” on February 29th, 2020, consists of Jamie’s original music inspired by exploring soundscapes and crossing over boundaries of different genres/styles.
Jamie has won the 2019 Artist Development grant by FACTOR and the 2020 Commission Award by Coastal Jazz. Jamie also provides private lessons at Rufus Drum Shop Alma location. For further details, contact Rufus Drum shop.
Quotes
"I find her to be a dedicated and multi-talented young artist with a distinctive voice both as a drummer, and as a composer.
Jamie’s commitment to her artistic vision is strong, and her music is highly personal in nature, coming from the jazz tradition, but embracing multiple genres and incorporating a cinematic and even inspirational tone at times."- Brad Turner
"Jamie was one of the few who, right from the beginning, was searching for a way to express herself using as many styles of music as she could….. She was a pleasure to teach because she took the music seriously and was dedicated to learning about it. She was always well prepared and learned new concepts very quickly."
- Dave Robbins
"The hard work of learning her craft and developing technical skill is now bearing fruit as her craft and skill transcend into art that speaks with a unique, contemporary voice. With the dedication and positive energy that she brings to her music and her presence on the scene, I believe Jamie is going to assume an important leadership role within her generation of young jazz players."
- Dr. Jared Burrows
Interviews/reviews
*Loose Lips Magazine interview
* Interview on Malhar Vol.2 - IRIDESCENCE: A COMMUNITY CIRCLE released May 2021
*CBC Tapestry for the episode “The struggle at home and things we miss” May 2021
*Coastal Jazz Artist Interview Feb 2021: Jamie Lee
* Interview with WJA Oct 2020: "Jamie Lee On Her Debut Album "Introspective"
*Jamie Lee Trio review from the Discorder Magazine (The Lost Month Issue 2020):
*“Introspective” recommended for album of the week by CJSF radio Oct 2020