JIM JOHNSTON
DRUMS, Co-owner of Cornerstone Music Café
Jim Johnston, a highly accomplished musician from Alberta, has a wealth of experience and education under his belt. He completed his studies at Humber College's performance program and honed his skills further with some of the finest jazz musicians at The Banff International Workshop in Jazz and Creative Music. Additionally, Jim received private instruction from renowned drummers across various genres, such as Joey Baron, Owen Howard, Ted Warren, Paul DeLong, and Ray Garraway.
As a result of his diverse background, Jim frequently performs with a wide range of esteemed groups and artists, including the Calgary Jazz Orchestra, Theater Calgary, The Calgary Stampede Grandstand Show, Revv52, Tim Tamashiro, and The Hello Darlins, among others.
Aside from his active performance schedule, Jim also manages his own music school and café, Cornerstone Music Café. He maintains a busy teaching schedule, which allows him to take on multiple roles such as mentor, teacher, entrepreneur, father, husband, and performer. Through his various endeavours, Jim is committed to fostering a vibrant and thriving cultural environment for both young and professional musicians in Calgary.
