Harry Manx is a master of an eclectic range of instruments, from lap steel to banjo, harmonica to the mohan veena, a 20-string sitar. A musical expeditionary, he loves to surround himself with musicians who share his passion for globe-trotting sounds. After his superb concert in the Maison Symphonique during last summer’s Festival, Harry Manx is already back to transport us again, with songs from a new album, World Affairs, due for release 3 days before his concert in a performance sure to offer plenty of panache.

Tickets are on sale now on the Admission or Ticketmaster networks (admission.com and ticketmaster.ca). For info: 514-8711881 or 1 85JAZZFEST, or visit montrealjazzfest.com