As a member of the Dave McMurdo Big Band, the Dave Restivo Quintet and the Peter Appleyard Quintet, jazz drummer Kevin Dempsey is a familiar face on the Toronto jazz scene. In addition to being an integral part of the local scene, Kevin has toured internationally to destinations including Russia, Malaysia and Italy, as well as extensive engagements throughout Canada and the United States. He is currently a member of the Faculty of Music at both McMaster University and Mohawk College.