Chase Ward is a Toronto-based musician and composer originally from Victoria, BC. With a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance from Humber College, Ward creates art that invites people into a shared story, believing that wonder belongs to everyone and can change everything. His work is defined by curiosity, care, and a commitment to excellence that honours both his craft and his audience. A multi-instrumentalist with a collaborative spirit, Ward has performed and recorded widely as a sideman with artists and ensembles including The West Coast Soul Collective, The Simon Williams Sextet, Ryan Van Winkle (20 EYES), and The Mumbo Jumbo Combo. He has also appeared as a substitute percussionist for Disney’s The Lion King Musical, presented by Mirvish Productions in Toronto. Ward’s primary creative outlet is his trio, a dynamic, improvisatory project rooted in storytelling, spontaneity, and musical expedition.
