Simon Kempston is ‘one of Scotland’s very best songwriters’ (The Sunday Herald), a composer and leading fingerstyle guitarist based in Edinburgh, Scotland. There are very few artists who manage to create a sound on an acoustic guitar which is distinctive, instantly recognizable. Simon’s complex finger-picking style, which draws from the disparate genres of classical, Celtic and blues (amongst others) confirms he is certainly one such artist.

This contemplative and often thrilling quartet’s explorations of modern, original repertoire is led by a fast-rising star in Toronto’s jazz piano community, 29-year-old Nick MacLean. Formed in 2016, Maclean’s foursome delivers jazz between the two poles of thoughtful introspection and powerhouse conveyance, taking influences from Herbie Hancock’s primordial 1960’s Blue Note era recordings, while paying tribute to some of the greatest improvisers in jazz history. 

We’re pleased to welcome the JUNO- and Polaris-nominated Terra Lightfoot to Venue 1906! All profits from the evening go directly to Gleaners Food Bank.

This concert is a true Johnny Cash experience that celebrates the music and life of ‘The Man In Black’ and his fun-loving wife, June Carter. The entire career of Johnny Cash is covered, from the 1950s at Sun Records to 2003 with the American Recordings label. The concert performance features Ward Cornforth as a 1960s-era Johnny Cash.

Shannon Linton is a Canadian singer-songwriter, classically trained vocalist, and climate activist. After narrowly avoiding a career in opera, she rediscovered her passion for popular music and began performing and recording her own songs. To celebrate the release of her debut EP, In Spite of Everything, Shannon has invited a dream team to join her for a series of shows across southern Ontario.

Tragedy Ann and Basset, a pair of Ontario-based folk duos, are emerging from the pandemic together to facilitate intimate musical gatherings between Ontario and the Maritimes. They will be intertwining their songs to present a harmony-ridden night of storytelling, transporting listeners to beekeeper’s fields, haunted second-hand store basements, the shores of the Adriatic sea, and to their hometown communities.

Shannon Linton is a Canadian singer-songwriter, classically trained vocalist, and music educator. After narrowly avoiding a career in opera, she rediscovered her passion for popular music and began performing and recording her own songs, first with Northern Hearts (2019 CBC Searchlight Top 100) and now as a solo artist.

Shannon Linton is a Canadian singer-songwriter, classically trained vocalist, and climate activist. After narrowly avoiding a career in opera, she rediscovered her passion for popular music and began performing and recording her own songs. Shannon’s debut EP, In Spite of Everything, will be released Spring 2022. She has invited a dream team to join her for a series of shows across southern Ontario to celebrate the release. 

Time Travel to a seductive Blues Alley throwback with Gorgeous Music, Café Seating, Dapper Dressing, Cool Drinks with Miss Kim Doolittle taking the stage. Spanning the decades of Billie, Bessie, Bette, Bonnie and Beyond, it will be romantic, humorous, cheeky, timeless, and a must-see.

ANDARA Gallery will be a satellite location for this years Prince Edward County Jazz Festival! We will be hosting the Chameleon Jazz Band at our location on Saturday, August 20th for a free concert (time tbc). The concert is free. Bring your own lawn chairs and enjoy. Both our contemporary ANDARA Gallery and rustic BARN Gallery will be open 11am to 5 pm. For more info, visit Andaragallery.com.

We’re happy to be holding the Quinte region CD Release Concert with Tom Savage and the Savage Family Band! Tom Savage has been making critically acclaimed music for over 20 years, but when the pandemic arrived, it essentially brought him back to the beginning. 21st Century Lo-Fi is Savage’s most diverse album to date.

Kate Weekes will bring her trio to the Old Church with James Stephens on fiddle and mandolin and Brian Sanderson on the sousaphone. Few artistic journeys have been as expansive as the one mounted by Kate as she assembled ‘Taken by Surprise’. This dazzling third solo album charts a tumultuous period in Weekes’ life; her first album to fearlessly chronicle not just the physical landscape around her but also the emotional one within.

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, When Country Gets The Blues, is nominated for Country Recording of The Year at the 2022 East Coast Music Awards. Often stylistically compared to mentors like Eric Clapton and Otis Redding, Charlie has always been recognized for exploring his musical horizons.

Kim Doolittle is a singer, songwriter and storyteller. Be it performing solo, duo or with a band, she brings her own particular brand of self-deprecation, humour and life lessons to every performance through her own original music and carefully chosen covers. She draws from Blues, Folk, Gospel and Kitchen Party Fun reminiscent of her Maritime childhood.

A family group consisting of 3-time Canadian Grandmaster Fiddle and Step Dance champions – Tom, Kerry & Julie Fitzgerald -with roots right here in Hastings County! The Fitzgeralds include a wide variety of material in their performances, including Celtic fiddle pieces, high-energy step dancing, and original compositions and arrangements.

With roots in Hastings County, The Fitzgeralds have evolved to include a wide variety of material in their performances, including Celtic fiddle pieces, high-energy step dancing, and a strong focus on original compositions and arrangements. Their extensive tour history includes performances with notable artists.

Classic Albums Live perform “Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers - Damn the Torpedos", including classics, “Refugee”, “Don’t Do Me Like That”, and “Even The Losers”. Performed in its entirety, by world-class musicians - note for note, cut for cut.

Iconic British psychedelic pop legends The Zombies are back to celebrate their long-awaited induction into The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, with a new album in the works and their “Life Is A Merry-Go-Round” Tour. The Zombies spent the pandemic touring-hiatus in the studio recording the follow-up to their 2015 Billboard-charting album, Still Got That Hunger.

What a delight it is to welcome once again mezzo soprano, Julie Nesrallah, known for her rich expressive voice and sparkling personality. She captivates audiences of leading opera companies, orchestras, festivals and chamber music ensembles across Canada and internationally. Performing with Julie is renowned world class harpist Caroline Léonardelli, whose performances have been described as “brilliant” and “close to magical". Ticket price includes food and beverages. A silent auction will also be featured.

Ready for a unique and talented take on a wide range of musical traditions? Claude Bourbon is known throughout Europe and America for amazing guitar performances that take Blues, Spanish, Middle Eastern, and Russian stylings into uncharted territories. Each year, Bourbon plays more than 100 shows around the world.

Jerry Leger follows up his critically acclaimed studio album ‘Time Out For Tomorrow’ with ‘Nothing Pressing’; produced by Michael Timmins (Cowboy Junkies). Jerry’s last self-released album ‘Songs from the Apartment’ was a stripped-down lo-fi affair recorded in Leger’s home using a cheap recorder with an internal microphone. 

This outdoor stand-up comedy show is for the many ATV riders and off-roaders in our area. Hop on your all-terrain vehicle and ride the trails of Stirling-Rawdon to a secret location where you can laugh at some of the country’s finest comedians. 

Welcome to the Cabaret, and some great Jazz & Blues with The Tanya Wills Quartet. Tanya Wills is a Toronto-based Jazz singer, and with her Quartet, she brings her sensual and evocative sound to the stage with three of her favourite gentlemen – master musicians, Bill Bridges, Ron Johnston and Kevin Coady.

A roots-infused, Contemporary Folk duo, Crowes Pasture performs original music and eye-opening covers that reflect a mutual passion, sense of discovery and celebration of life. Hailing from Massachusetts, the romantic clawhammer banjo playing by Monique Byrne and expressive guitar picking by Andy Rogovin are enlivened by their personal chemistry and emotionally eloquent vocals.