SJAC is excited to partner with the Early Music Festival and plays host to this wonderful FREE summer program for locals and visitors alike! Enjoy a one-hour walking tour of heritage buildings around the Saint John Arts Centre led by local historian David Goss, followed by a 45-minute concert of Loyalist-period music played by classical pianist Tim Blackmore.
This event will occur every Thursday from June 23 to August 25, 2022. The event time is from 10 am to 12 pm. FREE OF CHARGE | Maximum Numbers: Walk: 30 people | Concert: 50 people. In order to register, please call the Saint John Arts Center at (506- 633- 4870).
Jim Axelrod Big Little Band, July 8 at the Fredericton Seniors Centre
The Jim Axelrod Big LIttle Band, an uptempo jazz and blues combo, will be playing at the Fredericton Seniors Centre, 112 Johnston Avenue on the Northside, on Friday, July 8, at 7:00 pm. The line-up includes Jim on vocals and trumpet, Steven Peacock on guitar, John Harvey on drums, and Jason Flores on bass.
Come enjoy some hot summer tunes made famous by musicians spanning the decades from Cole Porter to Dutch Mason, from Louis Prima to the Downchild Blues Band. Admission: $15 cash, please.
Featuring a live musical performance by Jerry Faye & Dylan of MARIAN and food provided by Dee’s Quiet Cafe, it’s sure to be a great time! We’ll also have yard sale tables, a refreshment garden, and more. If you’ve ever been interested in CSAC and wanted to learn more about our organization, this is a great opportunity to get to know us better!
Starts at 2 PM on Sunday, June 26 in the Cultural Garden (behind the Charlotte Street Arts Centre at 732 Charlotte Street, Fredericton NB). Hope to see you there!
You’re Invited! This Friday, June 10th from 5-8 PM Paris Crew will be hosting the official opening for The Wooden Sketchbook by Rebecca Aldernet featuring a live performance by Apryll Aileen.
“The Wooden Sketchbook” is a collection and examination of everyday life. Altering the human figures in a way that observes the emotion and the purpose of the environment. A celebration in human form, and our altered perception in which we all view ourselves.
Rebecca Aldernet’s urban contemporary art defies explanation, providing commentary on the notion of collective versus private identities. Her art seeks to blur our perceptions of a shared reality. Her distorting of faces through organic and inorganic elements transcend our collective notion of how we exist in the physical world.
With over 100 pieces of never before seen artwork and a musical performance from soulful piano pop songstress Apryll Aileen, this will be a one of a kind event in the heart of Saint John.
Les Fireflies is a trio composed of three accomplished musicians: Louise Vautour, Samantha Robichaud, and Christine Melanson. The album release party for Day by Day will be held at Moncton’s Old Triangle on Wednesday, June 29, at 7:30pm.
Acadian Trio Les Fireflies Launches Two Singles from their Second Album Less than a month before their album launch, the Celtic Acadian group Les Fireflies release two singles. The bilingual band’s second album contains instrumental tunes and songs in both French and English. Up on the Old Mountain Road and Nos noces noires are the two first singles from their upcoming release, Day by Day.
The Singles
Up on the Old Mountain Road is the English language single launched in radio stations across Canada. Composed by Louise Vautour, Samantha Robichaud, and Christine Melanson, the song is an answer to the abundance of masculine songs from the traditional repertoire. The track tells the tale of an overworked woman and her three daughters who only needs a moment to herself and a nip of gin.
Nos noces noires is the French language single launched in radio stations across the country. Inspired by Acadian stories and legends, songwriters Louise Vautour and Christine Melanson decided to write their own version of a dance at a time where they were full of mystery and magic, but most of all, forbidden.
The album, Day by Day
Since the release of their first album, Les Fireflies, the band has seen a growing interest for their musicianship, their compositions, their spirited performances, and the fusion of traditional styles (Old Time, Irish Celtic, Cape Breton, and Acadian). Day by Day was recorded at La Classe studio in Memramcook and is an evolution of the Fireflies’ style, and a token of the maturity developed through the band’s performances.
Part of the SPOTLIGHT SERIES, with Colin Fowlie, Montgomery Street Band, The Hypochondriacs, Grant Heckman, Jessica Rhaye and the Ramshackle Parade, and the Brent Mason Band.
When Bob Dylan turned 69, Saint John musician Brent Mason decided to throw him a birthday party, inviting some of his friends to play a show singing songs from Dylan’s extensive catalogue. Twelve years later, this annual event continues and thrives, having moved from sold out clubs to larger venues. For the first time ever, Brent and company will be joined by local favourites to hold an event at the Fredericton Playhouse celebrating Bob Dylan’s 81st birthday!
Brent and his band are joined by Jessica Rhaye and the Ramshackle Parade and Grant Heckman as the core of the show, with appearances by a revolving roster of talented artists each year, ensuring new and exciting interpretations of the Bard of Hibbing’s songs each May. This year they will be joined by Fredericton favourites Colin Fowlie, the Montgomery Street Band and the Hypochondriacs Trio for what promises to be a night of music magic!
The Jim Axelrod Big LIttle Band, an uptempo jazz & blues combo, plays the Cultural Market, Fredericton, on Tuesday, May 31, at 7:00 pm.
The band features Jim on trumpet and vocals, Steven Peacock on guitar, John Harvey on drums, and guest Jason Flores on bass. Come early for a good seat to enjoy classics made famous by artists such as Dutch Mason, the Powder Blues Band, Mose Allison, and the Nylons. Admission $15.
Songs of the City brings to life the stories of people right here in our own communities who have triumphed with the help of donations made to United Way Saint John, Kings & Charlotte. Individuals who have benefited by gifts to United Way are matched with local artists who composed original songs based on these stories.
Bash on the Bay will be ‘party central’ for the 2022 Memorial Cup presented by Kia! Imagine, nine events over ten days of pre- and post-game festivities with live music, food trucks, beer gardens and live game screenings for sold out games – all taking place in the unique and one-of-a-kind AREA 506 Waterfront Container Village!
Memorial Cup pass holders will benefit from priority admission, with remaining attendance based on capacity. Bash on the Bay is an opportunity for hockey fans to come together and experience uptown Saint John in a way that hasn’t been seen before!
Beginning Monday, June 20 and running until Wednesday, June 29, live entertainment will be scheduled every game day during the Memorial Cup presented by Kia.
WHAT is an EPK (electronic press kit) and WHY do we need it as musicians?! What does a quality EPK look like? Kimberly Sinclair from Spincount will give you an overview of the EPK best practices & answer all those questions you may have on the subject!
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Kimberly Sinclair is an award winning music industry professional based in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia and Louisville, Kentucky, specializing in marketing and promotions. Since founding Spincount in 2008, her firm has been awarded Company OTY 6 times and Kimberly twice awarded Industry Professional OTY. Kimberly handles marketing and communications for organizations such as Philadelphia Folk Festival (PA), Home Routes (MB), the Canadian Folk Music Awards (ON), NERFA (CT) and more.
Kimberly’s musical clients are routinely nominated for GRAMMYs and JUNOs and receive multiple nominations yearly from Regional and Provincial MIAs. Kimberly currently serves on the boards of NERFA and Philadelphia Folksong Society, and has served on the boards of MNS and the ECMA. Kimberly loves to present showcases, eat White Castle and garden.
