The Jimi James Fraser Sextet is a Vancouver-based jazz ensemble led by pianist and composer Jimi James Fraser. Founded in 2019, the group blends original compositions with inventive takes on the hard bop tradition, drawing inspiration from Art Blakey, Horace Silver, and Vancouver’s VEJI. The Sextet features Tamas Balai (alto saxophone), Spencer Drody (trumpet), Conor Lum (tenor saxophone), Brad Pearson (bass), and Arvind Ramdas (drums). Known for high-energy, immersive performances, the ensemble balances tradition with forward-thinking collaboration and continues to elevate British Columbia jazz across Canada.