Owen Zammit

Rising Star in Toronto’s Jazz Scene

About Owen Zammit


Owen Zammit is a Toronto-based jazz drummer who is also a dynamic band leader and talented composer. As a student at York University, Owen has adeptly balanced his academic pursuits with his passion for music, performing at local clubs while attaining his degree in jazz performance.
While at York University, Owen discovered his love for the music of Oscar Petersen, Kieth Jarret & Chick Corea. Owen’s musical collaborations with his fellow students, guided by the mentorship of Canadian music giants like Lorne Lofsky and Julio Cortes, have helped shape his musical vision and inform his approach to performance.
Don’t miss the chance to witness Owen’s extraordinary talent and be part of his musical journey. Join us at his next performance and experience the future of jazz in Toronto!

Upcoming Shows:

Owen Zammit Quartet (Quintet)
Wednesday November 13 – 9:30-11:00pm
Live at the Emmet Ray

Featuring :
Owen Zammit on Drums
Cameron Stewart on Guitar
Spencer Duncan Dorton on Piano
Gabe Carter on Bass
& Jake Whitla on Sax

Reservations: reso@erbar.ca
$10 cover with reservation
$15 at the door.

Russell Molina
Saturday November 16 – 9:00-11:00pm
Live at the Emmet Ray

Featuring :
Russell Molina on Guitar
Owen Zammit on Drums
Eric Shi on Bass
Jacob James on Piano


Reservations: reso@erbar.ca
$10 cover with reservation
$15 at the door.

Band Info

Owen Zammit Quartet

The Owen Zammit Quartet is a traditional jazz band that primarily performs standards from jazz legends. We have a particular affinity for the music of Jim Hall and Oscar Petersen. The band consists of piano, guitar, bass, and drums.

Executive Decision

Executive Decision is a jazz band based at York University and the University of Toronto, featuring trumpet, guitar, bass, and drums. We draw inspiration from esteemed Canadian jazz musicians like Lorne Lofsky and Kelly Jefferson.

Owen Zammit Quartet

Live at the Emmet Ray. Playing “Aruba” by Jim Hall – performed by Owen Zammit Quartet.

Owen Zammit Quartet

Live at the Emmet Ray. Playing “Careful” by Jim Hall – performed by Owen Zammit Quartet.

Owen Zammit Quartet

Recording: “Background Music” – written by Warne Marsh
Performed by Owen Zammit Quartet.

Original composition

Original written composition for violin titled “Brotherhood” played by Amy Willis at the Westben Digital Concert at the Barn – 2021

Executive Decision

Live at the Mt Pleasant Harvest Fair – Toronto, September 2023. A snippet from “Stompin at the Savoy”.

Russell Molina Quartet

Rehearsing for our August 24 git at the Emmet Ray. Playing “Lotus Blossom” by Kenny Durham.

Owen Zammit Quartet

Live at the Emmet Ray. Playing Loco 47 written by Warne Marsh – performed by Owen Zammit Quartet.

More Music & Video can be found under the ‘Repertoire’ page



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