Bethany & Rufus: -
USA
Date: Sunday, August 5
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"Unbelievable!" This voice and cello duo breaks new musical ground, sliding
with seamless ease between groove, jazz and a gritty, unvarnished approach to traditional
folk music
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Leon, Eric, and Yana Bibb: -
Canada, UK, USA
Date: Sunday, August 5
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In the acoustic folk-blues scene, Eric Bibb, continues to draw acclaim around the world.
His daughter Yana, and his legendary father Leon join him - three generations of Bibbs!
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Bill Bourne: -
AB
Date: Sunday, August 5
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Multiple Juno Award-winner, singer-songwriter Bill Bourne is a mainstay on the international
roots scene. Powerful rhythms, soulful songs, and unforgettable live performances!
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Black Umfolosi 5: -
Zimbabwe
Date: Saturday, August 4
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Black Umfolosi is an internationally acclaimed music and dance troop whose marvelous
gospel-style harmonies, authentic costuming, and traditional dance continue to captivate
audiences worldwide.
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Blackie and the Rodeo Kings: -
ON
Date: Saturday, August 4
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The Juno Award-winning Canadian folk rock/alternative country collaboration of Stephen
Fearing, Colin Linden and Tom Wilson features stellar musicianship, superb songwriting,
and emotionally eloquent vocal performances.
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Chumbawamba Acoustic -
UK
Date: Sunday, August 5
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"Criss-crossing genres and raising hell"
Best known for the song Tubthumping, this English anarchist pop group has gone acoustic with its
caustic social commentary.
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Compadres -
Canada
Date: Monday, August 6
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Multiple award-winning artists, singer-songwriter/guitarist James Keelaghan, and Latin guitarist
Oscar Lopez create a distinctive blend of Celtic and Latino music (described by them as 'Celtino'!)
with fiery instrumentals and fabulous harmonies.
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Ruthie Foster -
USA
Date: Sunday, August 5
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Whether singing blues or gospel, folk or R & B, Ruthie's powerful, soul-stirring
delivery is reminiscent of Ella Fitzgerald and Aretha Franklin.
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David Francey -
ON
Date: Saturday, August 4
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"David Francey's songs are lean, whippet-like creations, a bit like the man himself."
Eric Bogle, Australia
Two-time Juno Award-winning singer-songwriter David Francey is a storyteller who establishes a
rapport with his audience in minutes. His wry humor, astute observations, and open-hearted
singing style have earned him a loyal following. This festival, David will be accompanied by
singer-musician Craig Werth.
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Kleztory -
QC
Date: Saturday, August 4
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An exciting and unique klezmer ensemble drawing on the passion and experience of their diverse
cultural backgrounds - Russian, Canadian, Quebecois and French.
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Laura Love -
USA
Date: Monday, August 6
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This funk bassist, unparalleled vocalist and songwriter grabs her audiences with her folk/funk,
African/Appalachian, blues and bluegrass Afro-Celtic music.
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Harry Manx & Kevin Breit -
BC / ON
Date: Saturday, August 4
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"A divine concoction. Two fantastic stringmen making magic."
Frank Goodman - Pure Music
Harry Manx, who has built an international reputation for his
exquisite blending of east / west genres, has teamed with Kevin Breit - whose brilliant guitar work
has made him one of the most sought-after session guitarists in the world.
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The McDades -
AB
Date: Sunday, August 5 |
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The McDades, Juno Award winner for Best Roots and Traditional Album of the Year (Group) in the 2007 for their CD Bloom, is an innovative roots-based group blending Celtic, World and Jazz in an explosive
cocktail of original & traditional vocal and instrumental music.
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Nathan -
MB
Date: Monday, August 6
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"If David Lynch had directed 'O Brother Where Art Thou?', Nathan's music
would have been the soundtrack."
Michael Wrycroft, CBC Radio
"Rich and sweet, dark and deep" (FFW) - this duality defines the Prairies, and
Nathan captures it all; the modern, old-fashioned sound of the lonesome, crowded west.
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Martin Simpson -
UK
Date: Monday, August 6
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"One of the worlds' pre-eminent finger-style acoustic guitar virtuosos.
His performances elicit powerful emotions and subtle, understated beauty...sheer mastery of the
acoustic guitar.... A Master Musician." Guitar Player
Martin's interpretations of traditional songs are masterpieces of storytelling. His solo shows are
intense, eclectic, spellbinding and deeply moving. Prepare to be carried away!
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Sylvia Tyson -
Canada
Date: Saturday, August 4
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Very few artists have created a musical legacy that has achieved such long-standing
international success. From being one of the best known and respected musicians in
the world in the early 1960s, Canadian Music Hall of Famer Sylvia has
played a key role in the shaping of Canada's musical history. With 15 solo albums to
her credit in addition to all the Ian & Sylvia and Quartette recordings,
Sylvia Tyson continues to reinvent herself. We are thrilled to have her here at the
Canmore Folk Music Festival
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UHF (Ulrich Henderson Forbes) -
BC
Date: Monday, August 6
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This Canadian folk music super-group is a collaboration of three outstanding, seasoned
and prolific songwriters: Shari Ulrich (Pied Pumkin), Bill Henderson
(Chilliwack) and Roy Forbes - a fusion of voices and talents united in
an amazing, stirring unit.
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Peter Yarrow (of Peter, Paul & Mary) -
USA
Date: Monday, August 6
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A founding member of Peter, Paul and Mary, this singer-songwriter has inspired three
generations with his music for political and social change.
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