Bert Niosi (February 10, 1909 – August 3, 1987) was a Canadian bandleader, known as "Canada's King of Swing".
[1] Niosi was proficient on several instruments: clarinet, flute, saxophone, trombone, and trumpet.
[1] This began a long association with the Palais Royale dance hall in Toronto, which lasted until 1950.
[1] His orchestra, and a smaller group made up of some of its members, was broadcast frequently on CBC Radio.
[1] Niosi played alto saxophone and clarinet in the small band.