Upcoming Events
EAST OF THE SUN – SE:UM (Korea) & Jasmine Jazz
Double-bill concert of Asian Jazz Fusion promises a spellbinding mix of Korean, Chinese, and Western jazz, forming an unparalleled musical experience. SE:UM, the esteemed Korean ensemble, is set to make a remarkable debut in Vancouver. Known for their extraordinary fusion of traditional Korean folk melodies and shamanistic rhythms, SE:UM's music is a testament to cultural harmony and innovation. Vancouver's Jasmine Jazz blends traditional Chinese instruments with the vibrant rhythms of contemporary jazz.
DROMENO & Friends – Festive Greek Folk Music & Dance
ADVANCE SALES SOLD OUt! DRÓMENO pulls from the deep currents of the intertwined traditions of Greece and the Balkans to bring you magnetic harmonies and intoxicating rhythms skipping across the borders of Northern Greece. Plus special guest bands, food and drinks! A festive evening of Music & Dance!
BABAK AMINI Ensemble with Flamenco Dance
Experience the mesmerizing fusion of Flamenco, Latin, Jazz, and Persian influences in Babak Amini's music project. Immerse yourself in the artistry of guitar-oriented original compositions, expertly performed by his world-class ensemble, and special guest dancer Sofi Gudiño.
TIO CHORINHO & Flávia Nascimento – Free Victoria Concert
FREE CONCERT AT THE CAMERON BANDSHELL, BEACON HILL PARK! Experience a festive showcase of Brazilian regional music genres, including Choro, Samba, Forro, Bossa Nova, and Jazz. Learn to dance to the various rhythms with Flávia!
“LES AUNTIES” – Direct from Chad – Free Concert-Dance
Through the rhythms of singing, dancing, and the use of nine calabashes, the 9-women group, Les Aunties lead a spectacle that bridges the deepest African traditions and spirituality with modern inclusivity, performing with both traditional percussion as well as drumpads and DJ consoles. It's a danced musical manifesto for women's freedom, originating from Chad in West Central Africa.
MARYNA KRUT (Ukraine) – Salt Spring Show
Maryna KRUT (pronounced “kroot”) is a Ukrainian singer and virtuoso of the bandura, a stringed instrument unique to Ukraine that looks and sounds like a hybrid of lute and harp. At 28, KRUT is an assured performing artist; her compelling, soulful performances evoke both folk traditions and modern sensibilities, with pop and jazz flourishes. A Eurovision finalist, she often represents Ukraine at official events and performs for soldiers in the current war zone.
KRUT (Ukraine) & Hannah Epperson
A unique double-bill of two innovative and charismatic solo female performers, Maryna KRUT from Ukraine, and Hannah Epperson from BC, Maryna KRUT is a Ukrainian singer and virtuoso of the bandura, a stringed instrument unique to Ukraine ; her compelling, soulful performances evoke both folk traditions and modern sensibilities, with pop and jazz flourishes. Hannah Epperson has been called a neo-classical composer and musician, indie folk/rocker and avant-garde pop artist, whose music with violin, loop pedal, and voice, is unique, haunting, and addictive.
Brazilian Festa – Tio Chorinho with Flavia Nascimento & AmarElas
An exciting double-bill of festive Brazilian music featuring Tio Chorinho and Flavia Nascimento from Toronto and Montreal, and special guests AmarElas from Vancouver. Experience diverse music genres from Brazil, including Choro, MPB,, Samba, Forro, Bossa Nova, Jazz, and others rhythms.
FRÄNDER – Swedish Folk Band
FRÄNDER play modern acoustic folk music forged in the deep forests of northern Sweden. With seductive harmonies, heavy grooves and mesmerizing energy the band create a unique musical landscape filled with mystery and charm.
ZAR ELECTRIK – Afro-Moroccan Electro & PIQSIQ Inuit Ambient Songs
Experience a transcendental evening of innovative World Electronic fusion music featuring ZAR ELECTRIK - Afro-Moroccan trio from Marseilles & PIQSIQ - Inuit throat-singing ambient electronic sister duo.
FRÄNDER – Swedish Music Party on Salt Spring
Join us for a highly danceable and festive evening of Swedish folk music with one of the Nordic country's top bands today! FRÄNDER play modern acoustic folk music forged in the deep forests of northern Sweden. With seductive harmonies, heavy grooves and mesmerizing energy the band create a unique musical landscape filled with mystery and charm.
ZAR ELECTRIK – Afro-Moroccan Electro Trance
Join us for a festive evening of Afro-Moroccan Electronic trance music, featuring ZAR ELECTRIK - trio from Marseilles. Their music is rich and vibrant, a transcending journey between the Maghreb, Sub-Saharan Africa, and the West. Their music pays homage to tribal cultures – their name refers to an Egyptian ritual designed to dispel evil spirits and serve as a conduit for healing achieved through trance and connection with the spirit world.
MOKOOMBA – Zimbabwean Afro-Beat
Mokoomba is a six-piece band from Zimbabwe, born at the border with Zambia where the Zambezi River meets the legendary Victoria Falls. The band’s unique sound is a fusion of the different cultures and influences of the region, combining traditional rhythms with contemporary Zamrock.
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