Locarno finds its sizzle in Mexican roots music, while incorporating large doses of chan son, folk, pop, and funk. Group leader Tom Landa’s goal when putting together Locarno was to create music which is heavily influenced by Mexican music but…
Tsatsu Stalqayu translated into English means Coastal Wolf Pack. They are a traditional Coast Salish performance group that consists of more than 25 male and female members of a single family, from age 6 months to over 50. The members…
Blue Moon Marquee is a swinging blues band, nominated for Canadian Folk Music Awards 2021 Songwriter of the Year, and soon to be seen in the International Indigenous Music Summit film “Giiwewizh” (To Carry Home). They currently make their home…
This concert will feature some gospel and jazz with the great Marcus Mosely (also a member of the Sojourners) with the talented Wild Blue Herons (musicians/singers Darlene Ketchum, Tracy Maye, and Bill Sample). Their songs are a bit smoky, a…
Katari Taiko, Canada’s first Japanese drumming ensemble, celebrated its 40th anniversary last year. They’ve performed at VFMF numerous times over the years, and their modern and dramatic take on this tradition is always riveting and exciting. This concert will feature three…
M’Girl’s percussive-based hand drum songs incorporate beautiful songs which reflect both their cultural practice and personal story of home. Led by Renae Morriseau, M’Girl are sisters and friends who sing together in celebration of life, love, and harmony. www.mgirlmusic.ca
Considered one of the finest musicians in his home country of Romania, Vancouver is lucky to have Lache Cercel living here. This concert will feature musical pieces curated by Lache specifically with the goal of cultural understanding and peace, represented…
Jewish-Canadian accordion player, singer-songwriter, and novelist Geoff Berner is beloved internationally, for his wit, charismatic live performances, political activism and incredible musicality. Known as a practitioner of the “klezmer-punk” genre, Geoff’s released Grand Hotel Cosmopolis, last fall. An older Yiddish song on…
For over two decades, thousands of shows, and eight critically acclaimed albums, Oh Susanna’s gloriously emotive, crystalline voice, fierce songwriting, and captivating performances have bewitched audiences. Oh Susanna are working on a new album for release in 2021. www.ohsusanna.com
Kirchen, Cox and McRae (TN/TX) This new project from a trio of sublimely talented roots-acoustic musicians who merge great vocals with striking instrumental prowess is sure to bring about a full spectrum of sonic wonder! Bill Kirchen, Doug Cox, and…