..."richly detailed big band charts , all swung with elan and skill" - the Irish Times. "No Passport Required" is a superb album by any measure. (Jack Bowers, ALL ABOUT JAZZ)

ANNOUNCEMENT! On July 1, Canada Day, Ian was appointed to the Order of Canada, for his contributions to classical and jazz music as a renowned trombonist and composer, and as an innovative educator and mentor." Congratulations, Ian!

"His solos have the effect of a good brandy warmly hitting the spot..." Steven Loewy, All Music Guide

NEW CD RELEASE! - HOT OFF THE PRESS - a 66 minute CD of Ian's big band compositions, including "No Passport Required" - a jazz concerto in 3 movements for trumpet and trombone, featuring Ian and Brad Turner!

Ian McDougall has been named as the recipient of the Phil Nimmons Established Composer Award, sponsored by SOCAN and IAJE. Ian's new big band composition entitled "Chaos at the Border" was premiered at the annual IAJE convention in New York City, Jan 10-13, 2007.

NEW CD "In a Sentimental Mood" *NOMINATED FOR BOTH A JUNO AWARD AND A WESTERN CANADIAN MUSIC AWARD!* -the IAN MCDOUGALL Quintet plays the music of Ellington and Strayhorn. This double CD set offers 80 minutes of classic tunes by the great Ellington and Strayhorn, as interpreted by 5 stellar musicians. Trombonist Ian McDougall is joined by Neil Swainson on bass, Oliver Gannon on guitar, Ron Johnston on piano, and Craig Scott on drums. The tracks include: In a Sentimental Mood, Do Nothing 'Til You Hear From Me, Starcrossed Lovers, Chelsea Bridge, Cotton Tail, A Train, It Don't Mean a Thing, Tonight I Shall Sleep, and many more. Go to CD Sales to see the complete list, and to purchase this fabulous new CD set...or e-mail us at barb@highspeedplus.com for more information.

Canadian trombonist Ian McDougall is perhaps best known for his work with Rob McConnell's Boss Brass - Ian was lead trombone and soloist for twenty years. He was also a founding member, soloist, lead trombone, and arranger for the Brass Connection. His compositions and arrangements in both jazz and classical idioms are performed internationally. Ian now resides in Victoria, BC, where he performs regularly with his quartet and sextet, and is also busy teaching and writing. Ian McDougall plays a YAMAHA YSL 697Z model trombone.

Please feel free to e mail us at info@ianmcdougall.com if you have any questions. Our address is: 3030 McAnally Road, Victoria B.C. Canada V8N 1T4. Thanks for visiting!