Today in Toronto: Soulful Messiah, Carlos del Junco, Daniela Nardi

Soulful Messiah No tutus or toe shoes here, but don’t be surprised at the tap shoes. Ballet Creole gift-wraps Handel’s master­piece, Messiah, in African-Caribbean rhythms and dance. Find out more >>

Carlos del Junco The man who’s regularly called the best harmonica player on the planet is amping up for the release of his eighth album, tentatively titled Mongrel Mash. Find out more >>

Daniela Nardi The winning female vocalist at last year’s Canadian Smooth Jazz Awards doesn’t limit herself to glossy interpretations. Expect fierce takes on classic blues and R&B, with maybe just a little palliative crooning now and then. Find out more >>