12 results for tag: Old-Time
An old-time band with serious bluegrass credentials, The Lonesome Ace Stringband is lost in the weird and wonderful traditional country music world of the American South. Featuring Chris Coole (banjo), John Showman (fiddle), and Max Malone (bass), the LAS are journeyman veterans of Canada's roots music scene with all three ...
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Award-winning Canadian fiddlers JJ Guy and Gordon Stobbe have a long history of working together. The two also have a long history of playing The Bassment. JJ and Gordon are back to perform their collection of original tunes, written in the twin fiddle style. Cathy Sproule will provide expert piano accompaniment. Special guest ...
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Rooted in the sweet sounds of classic country and bluegrass gospel, the Trudel Family’s love for music is evident whenever and wherever they hit the stage. The group's spine-tingling harmonies and set list of old-time hits gets listeners of all ages smiling and tapping toes. Whether it’s in the kitchen or on the stage, The ...
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While dedicated to the musical roots of the fiddle repertoire, the Canadian Fiddle Revue also embraces the new fiddle music destined to become part of the tradition. The Revue showcases the talents of perennial favourites J.J. Guy, Daniel Koulack, Troy MacGillivray, and Gordon Stobbe. This year’s featured performers are ...
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Accordionist Sabin Jacques and pianist Rachel Aucoin have been musical and life partners since 1997. Sabin has been dedicated to preserving the rich Quebec tradition of the diatonic folk accordion, especially the music of revered accordionist and composer Phillipe Bruneau. Rachel has a background in classical piano and an ...
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Whether he's gliding a slide across his acoustic guitar, pulling his bow over the fiddle strings to play a lively Cajun waltz, or frailing away on his gourd banjo, Michael Jerome Browne’s passion and virtuosity always shine through. In the true tradition of folk music, his performances inspire his audiences to see the ...
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Widely acknowledged as one of the finest acoustic and slide guitar players in the world, Martin Simpson’s solo shows are intense, eclectic, spellbinding, and deeply moving. Able to successfully combine the diverse elements of British, Afro-American and old-time music, Martin has been nominated an astounding 26 times for BBC ...
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Formed in Brooklyn in 2014, Way North is the best kind of musical collaboration - one born out of the joy of playing together. Consisting of Canadians Petr Cancura (sax), Rebecca Hennessy (trumpet), Michael Herring (bass), and American Richie Barshay (drums), Way North uses jazz and improvisation as a means of exploring folk ...
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Rooted in the sweet sounds of classic country and bluegrass gospel, the Trudel Family’s love for music is evident whenever and wherever they hit the stage. Their spine-tingling harmonies and set list of old-time hits gets listeners of all ages smiling and tapping toes. Whether it’s in the kitchen or on the stage, The ...
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The Rural Roots Trio plays music from the one-room school dances of old with a modern flair. Featuring award-winning fiddler JJ Guy from Lintlaw, award-winning fiddler Lucas Welsh from Blaine Lake, and back-up pianist Cathy Sproule from Lafleche, the Trio will have you tapping your toes and up on the dance floor in no time! ...
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