Performers 2024

  • Albert Dumont

    ALBERT DUMONT, Spiritual Advisor, Poet, Storyteller Algonquin, Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg Albert Dumont’s artistic talents touch many areas of the arts community. He is a respected poet, a pen&ink artist, actor, storyteller and playwright. Albert has acted in fire prevention videos, TV commercials and plays. Albert has written 5 books of poetry and 2 children’s books. […] Read More

  • Ameya Charnalia & Danielle Jeffery


  • Audrey Saparno

    Audrey Saparno is an Ottawa singer-songwriter. Her warm and powerful vocals accompanied by her acoustic guitar weave a soulful sound to her folk-style songs. Her songs vary from stories of women empowerment, to spiritual love, to finding hope through life’s challenges. Musical influences include Dawud Wharnsby, Lynn Miles and Joni Mitchell whereas her voice has […] Read More

  • Ball & Chain

    The Ottawa Duo “Ball and Chain” is Michael Ball and Jody Benjamin. They’ve been life partners and musical partners since the early ’90’s. Jody and Michael have visited Louisiana dozens of times over the years, experiencing the musical styles, the dancing and the culture. Their repertoire centres around their love for country music and the dance […] Read More

  • Charlie A’Court

    Planted at the crossroads of roots and soul, Charlie A’Court possesses a mighty voice, fierce guitar work and contemporary songwriting that is felt by fans across Canada and beyond. His latest album, A’Court, Spiegel, & Vinnick, is nominated for Blues Recording of The Year at the 2024 East Coast Music Awards. Also known as the […] Read More

  • Connie Kaldor

    Connie Kaldor—singer-songwriter, entertainer, TV personality, and women’s music pioneer—is celebrating 45 years in show business this year with her upcoming 18th recording, titled Keep Going! She began her career in folk music as part of the Canadian wave alongside artists like Stan Rogers and Valdy. Armed with her enormous stage presence, her unforgettable melodies, and […] Read More

  • Graham Lindsey and The Next Best Thing

    Graham Lindsey writes inventive and dynamic Celtic tunes in a centuries-old tradition, and his energetic playing of mandolin, tenor banjo, guitar and more attract audiences and session players alike. His dynamic stage presence as a solo artist is only amplified when playing with other fine musicians, and the energy and joy they have on stage […] Read More

  • Irish Millie

    Irish Millie is a 17-year old fiddle player and multi-instrumentalist from Peterborough Ontario. She has toured in Europe, the USA and the East Coast of Canada. Her first album entitled Thirteen garnered her a 2022 Canadian Folk Music Award nomination in the category of Young Performer of the Year. She was nominated for the same […] Read More

  • Jessica Pearson and the East Wind

    There is a grounded current of energy that runs through Pearson’s music and connects with her audience. Her love for storytelling, drawing on folk, outlaw country, and Celtic traditions, is evident in her songwriting. The stories she tells are like lovingly-sewn patchwork quilts, stitched together by soul-stirring melodies and gorgeous modern folk-country arrangements.

  • Lynn Miles

    Lynn Miles is one of Canada’s most accomplished singer/songwriters. With fifteen solo albums to her credit, Lynn was awarded the 2002 JUNO for Roots and Traditional Solo Album of the Year and has won multiple Canadian Folk Music Awards (‘Solo Artist of The Year”’& ‘English Songwriter of the Year’) and received a 2021 CFMA nomination […] Read More

  • Marc Audet (North Renfrew)

    Marc Audet is a folk music singer/songwriter specializing in historical songwriting. Marc has been actively performing throughout the Ottawa Valley including Ottawa, accumulating 450 gigs. He has also been active in recording and his discology includes 4 albums, The River (2019), Forgotten Memories (2022), Open Water (2023) and Those Days (2024). Although Marc’s music can […] Read More

  • Miss McLeod

    Miss McLeod, an 18-year-old artist with Jamaican roots, unveils a tapestry of talents as a singer, songwriter, musician, performer and accomplished producer. Her 5th self produced album, "Sugar Khane," not only showcases her prowess but serves as a testament to her artistry. From captivating performances at prestigious venues like the Apollo in Harlem, Marlayah also […] Read More

  • Nyx and Lightsmith

    Nyx and Lightsmith, a folk duo hailing from Ottawa, ON, bring a genuine and heartfelt approach to their music. Comprising of Ethan Mitchell and Maddy O’Regan, the duo draws on diverse influences from alternative, folk, and country. They cite artists like Alex G, Phoebe Bridgers, Nick Drake, Tom Waits as well as Gillian Welch, Colter […] Read More

  • Rory Taillon

    Ottawa-based singer/songwriter Rory Taillon is a road warrior, touring across the country and back again. He has the soul of the East coast but the sound of the West in his songs with a voice to match the majesty of the Rockies. Because Rory Taillon is not just an entertainer he is a performer. It’s […] Read More