14 results for tag: Folk Music
Two of England’s brightest acoustic stars, Blair Dunlop and Jake Morley, make their Bassment debut. Both brilliant singer-songwriters and extraordinary guitarists, Blair and Jake will perform separately as well as together. Blair is an award-winning artist who has toured all over the world and is a favourite at folk festivals ...
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United by a deep love of folk music and a passion for creating new arrangements, Miscellany of Folk brings a fresh perspective to the genre. The trio features celebrated Newfoundland multi-instrumentalist Billy Sutton, Irish accordion maestro Benny McCarthy, and Irish vocal powerhouse and guitarist Eddie Costello. These ...
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A fiddler and a soulful singer-songwriter, JJ Lavallee is a multi-nominated, multi-award-winning Métis musician. In 2023 JJ had a #1 song, a Top-10 National hit, and took home Male Artist of the Year at the Saskatchewan Indigenous Music Awards. Possessing deep country roots, JJ strives to keep classic country in the mix.
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The reigning champions of Canadian bluegrass, the Slocan Ramblers are back showcasing their unique blend of bluegrass, old-time, and folk. The band's set list is marked by thoughtful songwriting, lightning fast-instrumentals, and sawdust-thick vocals.
This show will feature the Ramblers at the top of their game playing ...
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Saskatoon’s annual winter fiddle event, Shivering Strings, returns with its popular instructor showcase. This year’s showcase will feature some of Canada's finest fiddle musicians including Alex Kusturok, JJ Guy, Troy MacGillivray, Cathy Sproule, and Gordon Stobbe. Bring your dancing shoes! Check out the Shivering Strings ...
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Kari Alba and her dance company Alma Flamenca are celebrating 25 of flamenco art in Saskatoon. Duendecillo, a performance ensemble made up of performers from Cadiz, Spain and Saskatoon, has prepared a program of flamenco art entitled Devoción. The evening will feature El Bancalero (vocals), José Vega (guitar), Kari Alba ...
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Juan Martín learned the art of flamenco in the land of its origin, Andalucia in southern Spain. Born in the coastal city of Málaga, he began studying guitar at the age of six eventually playing in local fiestas, weddings, and baptisms as he developed his knowledge and skills in the disciplines of the purest traditions of ...
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Tristen Durocher is a 26 year-old Metis fiddler from Buffalo Narrows. After picking up the fiddle at the age of 9, he began attending the John Arcand Fiddle Fest in Saskatoon, learning from fiddle teachers from across Canada. Tristen has attended the Kenosee Lake Kitchen Party in Moose Mountain Provincial Park and the Calvin ...
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Saskatoon’s annual winter fiddle event, Shivering Strings, returns with its popular instructor showcase. This year’s showcase will feature some of Canada's finest fiddle musicians including Jake Charron, JJ Guy, Troy MacGillivray, Mairi Rankin, Cathy Sproule, and Gordon Stobbe. Bring your dancing shoes! Check out the ...
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Since 1982, the members of Black Umfolosi have been Zimbabwe’s greatest cultural ambassadors. Inspired by the traditional song and dance of southern Africa, the group performs a capella imbube music, gumboot dance, and Zulu dance with a beauty and enthusiasm that are unrivalled. Black Umfolosi’s natural ability to communi...
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