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The Abrams Brothers -
July 14
The Abrams Brothers, John and James,
burst onto the music scene in 1999, at
the ages of nine and six, and they haven’t
looked back! The acclaimed Abrams
Brothers Band’s multi-instrumental
talents, tight vocal harmonies, and strong
Gospel and Bluegrass roots have taken
them to the Grand Ole Opry, and beyond! |
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Ron Hynes - July 21
With a career spanning more than
thirty memorable years, multi-Award-
winner Ron Hynes is known as the
“Man of a Thousand Songs”. His moving
compositions are performed by artists
worldwide, the classic “Sonny’s Dream”
among the best known and loved. Ron
has been recognized as a valued contributor to the
cultural life of his beloved home province, Newfoundland. |
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Mike Murley & David Occhipinti - July 28
An engaging and lyrical saxophonist, Juno-
Award-winning Mike Murley, and the
renowned guitarist, David Occhipinti,
bring a world-class offering to our stage.
Their acclaimed, Juno-nominated jazz
collaboration, “Duologue” was followed by
“Duologue Vol 2” in 2005. This is a rare opportunity to hear
these exceptional international performing artists live. |
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Fiddle Extravaganza - August 11
In this night filled with fiddles and stepdancing, bright
faces shine as the music flows from these effervescent and
extraordinarily talented musicians.
The dynamic young performers in
“Fiddles and Feet”~ Alycia Putnam,
Megan Isenor, Alisha Hannam and
Janelle Putnam, with Rob Putnam
and Gordon Tucker, and “Finnan
Haddie” ~ Cassie Ann MacDonald,
and Thomas Harrington, with Jim
Bell and Greg Simm, will energize,
entertain, and delight! |
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The Divorcees with Big Deal - August 18
Delivering old country in their hot new country style,
The Divorcees have blazed a burnin’ trail to the top of
the hill! Like Hank and Merle before them, they play to
thousands of die-hard fans. “You Ain’t Gettin’ My Country”
put them on the map, and these guys are going places, fast.
When Big Deal plays in town, it’ s a very big deal! They ‘ve
written and recorded a long list of great songs that rock
their many fans. “Non Sufficient Funds” was the first CD;
another is in the works. Watch for them on their way up! |
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Garrett Mason with Morgan Davis - August 25
The Blues doesn’t get any
better than this! Garrett
Mason is a superlative
performer, born to the
blues, whose star continues
to rise. His debut CD, “I’m
Just A Man”, won a Juno;
watch for his second release in 2008. Opening is Morgan Davis, a spectacular seasoned pro.
He hails from Detroit, plays solo and with the greats, and
is now “At Home in Nova Scotia”. The stinging guitar work
and mighty vocals of these men pack enough power to
shift the universe. |
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Atlantic Canada Ceilidh - September 7
Sounds of Scotland, Ireland,
France, and Nova Scotia
spring to life in traditional tunes featuring dancers,
fiddles, piano, accordian, guitar, bass, drums, bodhran
drum, tin whistle, and more ~ a fine Maritime Ceilidh!
A celebration of Atlantic Canadian voice and song
with Steve Dooks, Kevin MacAleese, Peter Harrison
and a host of talented performers. Don’t miss it! |
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