February 3, 2012

Catch Lead Pipe Cinch doing what they do best at The Local Gastropub, 27 Dunlop Street West @ Maple, in Barrie. Jennifer Ives and Ken Allen have soldered a harmonious and energetic blend of blues, folk, celtic, country and everything in between into a repertoire of original material,  sprinkled with some of their favourite cover tunes from EmmyLou to Earle, Hiatt to Hank.

No cover. Delicious food. Excellent beer and other libations. Reservations suggested. 705.252.9220

February 4, 2012

Broadway Music hosts a Blues Ukulele Workshop with Manitoba Hal Brolund this afternoon from 2:00-5:00pm. Manitoba Hal is one of the top ukulele players in Canada and he loves playing the blues on his ukulele. He has been a featured performer at several international ukulele festivals and appeared in the ukulele documentary The Mighty Uke (www.mightyukemovie.com
“People often think of the ukulele as a happy instrument and they're not wrong, but it is also capable of delivering the mojo that makes the blues so interesting” says Hal.
The workshop will lead participants through a basic blues song from simply playing the song to “pimping it out” with lead licks and other tricks. Participants should be familiar with all chords in the key of C and have a solid grasp on the basics. Reserve workshop space by calling the store at 519-940-4810. Workshop fee: $20.

Not a player? Check out the evening concert. (below)  

February 4, 2012

Head out to the Westminister United Church, 247 Broadway, Orangeville tonight as Manitoba Hal Broland, Mo' Kauffey and Larry Kurtz belt out the tunes at BLUES FOR FOOD, a fundraiser for the Orangeville Food Bank. Show starts at 8:00pm. Tickets are $12.00 advance/ $15.00 at the door and are available at Broadway Music and Kurtz Millworks. Donations of non-perishable food items are also solicited.

February 4, 2012

Unfortunately the ANA EGGE  show has been cancelled. email musicupclose@rogers.com Web Site: www.musicupclose.com

February 5, 2012

Open Mike Social at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 34, 215 Mississaga St. E., Orillia from 1:00 PM-4:00 PM. All welcome (audience and performers), all ages, all levels of talent.  Come out, play, sing, socialize and enjoy the music. Coffee, tea and LLBO selections available. Contact:  Jennifer Cooling  705-329-3281for more detail.

February 5, 2012

OpenFolk Open Stage and Studio. FREE!(and it's now LIVE on the Web) Sunday 1 p.m. - 5 p.m at http://justin.tv/openfolk <----- LIVE. Come try it out. It's free.
And, of course, those who just want to listen and enjoy are very welcome. Refreshments are available and donations are welcome. 1 Wallace Drive, Barrie, On

This afternoon's featured performer (2:30- 3:00pm) is Little City. Info at: http://www.openfolk.net

February 10-19, 2012

What's the best thing that could happen to brighten up a long winter? Kempenfelt Community Players' production of the well-loved Canadian musical, Anne of Green Gables, will hit the stage at the Georgian College Theatre. This enthusiastic and talented cast is sure to make for a wonderful evening or afternoon of live theatre. Evening shows are at 8 p.m. on Friday Feb. 10, Saturday Feb. 11, Wednesday Feb. 15, Thursday Feb. 16, Friday Feb. 17 and Saturday Feb. 18. Matinees are at 2 p.m. Sunday Feb. 12 and Sunday Feb. 19.

Tickets are available by phone (box office - 705-739-4228) or at kempenfeltplayers.com or barrie.ca (there is an extra service charge for online ticket purchases).

February 11, 2012

The Orillia Folk Society is proud to present Robert Atyeo in an intimate house concert setting at The Webers' in Orillia. Atyeo's lyrics, powerful and insightful, are woven in melodies that have an eclectic mix of stylings including jazz, blues and folk.  He takes the best of Tom Waits, John Prine, J. J. Cale and forges them into something refreshingly different. Show begins at 8 pm, Doors open 7:30 pm. Cost $15. To book your seat and get directions contact hosts: Don and Diane Weber, 705-327-7333 or ddweber@sympatico.ca

February 12, 2012

So...if you missed the show last night,(the way I am because it's my grandbaby Jack's birthday)here's another chance to catch Robert Atyeo - in Barrie at Marion Stockdale's place. More soon. Contact David Walsh if you can't bear to wait for all the gory details...davidwalsh@sympatico.ca. If Walsh had his way there'd be a Robert Atyeo concert every day!

February 13, 2012

It's a house party/ concert at Zub's place in Beeton. David Essig will be presenting stories of his fascinating life and the encyclopedia of songs which have resulted. Come and enjoy an evening with one of Canada's most compelling singer/ songwriter/ instrumentalists. David recently released Rolling Fork to Gallows Point, a landmark CD of Delta Blues  that Roots Music Canada has hailed as “a beautiful, rough and tumble blues record — passionately played and lovingly recorded.”
Here's the deal: 25 people @ $15/person. 7:30 start. Wine and some food (you're welcome to bring something to share!). All proceeds go to The Essig, who is in Ontario for the Toronto Blues Festival. BYOC. Let Zub know if you wish to reserve a place at this event. To reserve tickets... payment up front, please. Contact david.zub@bell.net for additional details or call 905.729.0677

February 15, 2012

Best Dam Jam (north of Toronto) takes over the Washago Lions Hall(corner of Hamilton & 169) tonight from 7:00-11:00 for some rocking good times. See what happens at the lodge by searching 'washago jam' on Youtube. For more information contact dougieo_40@hotmail.com

February 17, 2012

Catch Jeff Williams tonight at The Local Gastropub, 27 Dunlop Street West @ Maple, in Barrie. No cover. Delicious food. Excellent beer and other libations. Reservations suggested. 705.252.9220

February 17, 2012

Orillia Folk Society brings Mariposa favourite David Celia's "roots-rock with hints of folk wrapped up in a pop package" back to Orillia. Playing with David is Joan Besen of Prairie Oyster fame. Extra Special Guest this evening is Aaron Howes. FridayFolk concerts take place at the Leacock Museum's Swanmore Terrace, 50 Museum Drive in Orillia, and start at 7:30 pm. Bistro ($6.00) is available pre show. Reserve your meal at bistro@orilliafolk.ca Regular-priced tickets are $15 for adults and $7 for youth aged 16 and under, available through the Mariposa Office or online at www.takenotepromotion.com/store/

February 17, 2012

February 18, 2012

February 18, 2012

Enjoy An Evening of Blues and Gospel, with Chris Whiteley, Diana Braithwaite, Johnny Max and Amoy Levy hosted by Lance Anderson at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 34 (Normandy Room), 215 Mississaga Street East, Orillia. Tickets are $25 at the door, $20 in advance. $10 student ticket (ages 13-18). Children 12 and under free! Doors open at 7:30 and the concert starts at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are available at the Mariposa Folk Foundation office (705) 326-3655 or online, click here!

February 20, 2012

If you missed the show last week in Beeton here's your chance!

Broadway Music, Orangeville is pleased to bring David Essig back to town for a rare holiday Monday concert tonight at 7:30pm. Michael and Heather are great supporters of live music in all its incarnations and have a discerning ear for the best!

Essig is one of the best...Equally renowned as an instrumentalist and traditional performer, David is a master of the blues and slide guitar. Whether on the lap-style Weissenborn or the electric slide guitar, his spontaneous style crosses all the borders between country, blues and the avant-garde. With his 5/8″ socket and a sound that could peel the petunias off your mother's porcelain, he is considered one of Canada’s finest slide guitarists. Tickets are $20.00 at the store or email broadway@bellnet.ca

February 22, 2012

Army, Navy, Air Force Club, 7 George St. in Barrie, On. is hosting what promises to be a lively evening of great bluegrass tonight. Remington Ryde headlines the show which will be opened by Hometown Bluegrass. Doors open at 6:30pm and the shows start at 7:30pm. Tickets are $20.00 each in advance and $25.00 at the door. Contact Peter for more information and/or tickets @ musicupclose@rogers.com.

February 24, 2012

The Bay School of Art is thrilled to bring Lynn Miles to town in concert at the Tremont, 80 Simcoe Street, Collingwood. Through a career that has seen her move from Ottawa to Los Angeles and back again, with stops in Nashville and Austin, she has always written music with unbridled feeling and vulnerability. Miles has consistently been unflinching in putting herself out there. Now with her eighth studio offering Fall For Beauty the voice of her experience has truly elevated her songwriting to its richest depth of emotion. She's brilliant and funny live and should not be missed! Tickets are $35 (plus HST). The venue holds 60 people so everyone gets a fabulous seat!
Check out: thebayschoolofART.ca or visit thetremont.ca

February 25, 2012

It's the Third Annual Benefit Concert for ArtsCan Circle hosted by the Newmarket Folk Society.  Mark your calendars for what's sure to be  a fun and entertaining evening!   7:30 pm to 11 p.m. @ The Royal Canadian Legion, 707 Srigley St., Newmarket, ON.   The Good Brothers, Marie-Lynn Hammond & D'Arcy Wickham, Teal & Joyce , John Lemme, and Patty McLaughlin have agreed to suppport this great cause. Tickets:  $25 available at Nomi, 252 Main St. South, Newmarket or call Carol & Dave (905) 836-9073 to reserve - limited seating!! Cash bar & refreshments will be available and a Silent Auction will add to the fun! All proceeds will go to support the work of ArtsCan Circle- bringing arts opportunities to Indigenous Youth at Risk.

February 26, 2012

"Sundays at St. Paul's." presents End of the Road ( John Prince, Donny Woods and Bruce McDaniel) in concert at 12251 Regional Rd. #1, Leaskdale, Ontario (just north of Uxbridge). Show begins at 2:00 pm and will feature a diverse mix of traditional, maritime, folk and blue grass. This group of talented musicians has been entertaining enthusiastic audiences throughout Ontario and the Maritimes for many years and the new project, "End of the Road", is the perfect vehicle to share old favourites and a repertoire of original John Prince compositions. Strong vocal harmonies and lyrical melodies present a memorable musical experience that leaves audiences yearning for more. Tickets are $20.00 per person. www.cootentertainment.com Email: TJMcCreight@aol.com or 416-540-9831

February 29, 2012

Open Mic 20 will be a fundraiser for Emma Thompson's battle against cancer. Please come out and make a donation to help Emma and her family with the costs of travelling back forth to Toronto and other medical costs. Same old Open Mic, new important cause. Orillia Youth Centre, Front Street, Orillia from 7-10pm, anyone, any style.

If you have any questions, please contact Kevin John Gangloff, and or the Orillia Youth Centre (705 325 8082).

March 10, 2012

BarrieFolk presents Scott Cooper and Rob Szabo in a living room near you. Keep this date free for some of Canada's best singer/songwriter action.

"Scott’s music is that warm feeling you get in late July on a dusty road with the windows open, on the way to see an old friend in your home town....great indie-pop that has depth, listen to the lyrics a few times - it is delivered as spun gold but there is always something under the surface."

Hailed by the press as a gifted musician with the soul of a poet and a voice of tremendous power and whimsy, Toronto-based Rob Szabo is a tireless solitary touring troubadour, an acclaimed songwriter and in- demand record producer. Watch for details at www.barriefolk.com

March 16, 2012

Catch Jeff Williams tonight at The Local Gastropub, 27 Dunlop Street West @ Maple, in Barrie. No cover. Delicious food. Excellent beer and other libations. Reservations suggested. 705.252.9220

March 17, 2012

Catch the Purveyors in concert, enjoy a great three course meal and help a worthy cause tonight at the ANAF Hall, Barrie, On. Tickets are $40.00 with all proceeds to ANAF Veterans Fund. Tickets are NOW AVAILABLE at ANAF, 7 George St., MUSIC PRO, 56 Barrie View Drive, Dr. Gerald Levine's office, 190 Cundles Rd. E. #203

March 23, 2012

Orillia Folk Society is pleased as punch to present The Foggy Hogtown Boys, one of the most exciting bluegrass bands in the country at FridayFolk. Concerts take place at the Leacock Museum's Swanmore Terrace, 50 Museum Drive in Orillia, and start at 7:30 pm. EarlyBird tickets (10) available for each concert at $12, via the Mariposa Office.  -priced tickets are $15 for adults and $7 for youth aged 16 and under, available through the Mariposa Office or online at www.takenotepromotion.com/store/

March 23, 2012

The first half of the 8th Annual Silverbirch Charity Concerts Doubleheader Weekend invites you to a show featuring Lynn Miles with Keith Glass and the Cris Cuddy Acoustic Unit at the Uxbridge Music Hall, 16 Main Street South, Uxbridge tonight. Show begins at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $25.00 per person with proceeds going to support the work of ArtsCan Circle. Tickets and information at www.silverbirchcharityconcert.ca

March 24, 2012

The second half of the 8th Annual Silverbirch Charity Concerts Weekend Doubleheader presents JP Cormier (with The Elliot Brothers) and the Dnes Sisters at the Uxbridge Music Hall, 16 Main Street South, Uxbridge tonight. Show begins at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $25.00 per person with proceeds going to support the work of ArtsCan Circle. Tickets and information at www.silverbirchcharityconcert.ca

March 31, 2012 

Rick Fines and Suzie Vinnick: award winning blues pair are coming back to Newmarket to play a show for the Newmarket Folk Society. What a duo! www.rickfines.com and www.suzievinnick.com.

Watch for details but save the date! http://www.newmarketfolksociety.org

March 31, 2012

Music up Close House Concerts presents Lynne Hanson's own brand of Folk/ Country/ Roots/ Blues in the music room at 2226 Richard Street, Innisfil, ON. 8:00pm. Minimum suggested donation of  $20.00 per person payable in advance. More information? Peter Chitty... 705-436-3927 or email musicupclose@rogers.com

April 11, 2012

Yes, it's Wednesday night...but Valdy's in town at the Southshore Centre. So pack up the babies, grab the old ladies and join the hordes of fans who flock to enjoy this epochal Canadian musician. Tickets are only $25.00.

Of the four decade+ career since Country Man hit the charts... Valdy says "I've been lucky. I've worked with some amazing people, players, innovative producers, great songwriters." He pauses, pulls his whitening beard. "And I married the right woman." Another pause, then "Is that luck? Or is that moving at God's speed? I mean, it's more than strategy that puts these folks along my path. Sure I'm good at what I do, and I'm getting better, I'm paying attention, and I'm learning, but I've lived a charmed life, with a supportive partner, a glorious daughter, two vibrant sons, my health in tact; I am a really lucky man."

Visit http://guestlistapp.com/ events/81246 to purchase online tickets now.

April 20, 2012

The Laws are in concert tonight beginning at 8:00pm at Music up Close House Concerts, 2226 Richard Street, Innisfil, ON. Contact Peter Chitty at 705-436-3927 or email musicupclose@rogers.com Award Winning Canadian Folk-Grass. Minimum suggested donation of $20.00 per person paid in advance.

April 27, 2012

Orillia Folk Society is pleased as punch to present Jayme Stone, the YO YO MA of the banjo and 2011Juno nominee for Instrumental Album of the Year, at FridayFolk. Maybe he'll bring Joe Philipps along for the show?!

Concerts take place at the Leacock Museum's Swanmore Terrace, 50 Museum Drive in Orillia, and start at 7:30 pm. EarlyBird tickets (10) available for each concert at $12, via the Mariposa Office.  -priced tickets are $15 for adults and $7 for youth aged 16 and under, available through the Mariposa Office or online at www.takenotepromotion.com/store/

April 27, 2012

Army, Navy, Air Force Club, 7 George St. in Barrie, On. is hosting what promises to be a lively evening of great bluegrass tonight. Nothing Fancy headlines the show which will be opened by Unseen Strangers. Doors open at 6:30pm and the shows start at 7:30pm. Tickets are $20.00 each in advance and $25.00 at the door. Contact Peter for more information and/or tickets @ musicupclose@rogers.com.

May 4, 2012

Join Patty, Ginny and Claire as they welcome Dave Gunning and his legion of fans to their wonderful concert space in Innisfil. BarrieFolk is pleased to present this fine Canadian songwriter who reaches the hearts of all ages with his humble charm,
deeply sensitive voice, and comical delivery of the stories behind his songs. From relationships, to characters from his hometown in Nova Scotia, to historical events and personalities, to the changes in the world today, every song is a story delivered with an honesty and humility that touches the soul and creates believers. You will become one! Visit www.barriefolk.com for ticket details.

May 5, 2012 

Newmarket Folk Society presents an evening with John Wort-Hannam. This excellent singer-songwriter is coming all the way from southern Alberta! It will be memorable. Watch for details but save the date! http://www.newmarketfolksociety.org

May 19, 2012

Music up Close presents The Good Brothers. 'Nuff said... in the music room at 2226 Richard Street, Innisfil, ON. 8:00pm. Minimum suggested donation of  $25.00 per person payable in advance. More information? Peter Chitty... 705-436-3927 or email musicupclose@rogers.com

May 25, 2012

Orillia Folk Society wraps up the 2011/12 FridayFolk Concert series with a show featuring Rob Heath, CFMA nominee and winner of 2011 Calgary Folk songwriting contest. Concerts take place at the Leacock Museum's Swanmore Terrace, 50 Museum Drive in Orillia, and start at 7:30 pm. EarlyBird tickets (10) available for each concert at $12, via the Mariposa Office.  -priced tickets are $15 for adults and $7 for youth aged 16 and under, available through the Mariposa Office or online at www.takenotepromotion.com/store/

June 2, 2012

Jeff Williams will be playing some songs as part of Spring Melodies at Northwest Barrie United Church in Barrie. Spring Melodies is a variety show held every year featuring local/community talent as well as in-house acts from Northwest. It is not at all church-y, that just happens to be the venue. Other entertainment includes Trish Patterson and Dave Macmillan, Drumline from Central, several choirs/ensembles/soloists/etc. It's a two-hour show with an intermission where free light refreshments are provided. 7:00pm start. Tickets are $10.00 for adults, $5 for 12 years and under. They are available by calling the office at 705-734-3700

June, 2012

BarrieFolk takes a road trip to Moonstone for a potluck gathering/concert featuring TBA. Set in a beautiful log and timberframed home, concert goers are invited to bring along their favourite dish and share the true community of our folk roots. Tickets are $20.00

July 8, 2012

Music up Close House Concerts presents Michael Cleveland and Flamekeeper in the music room at 2226 Richard Street, Innisfil, ON. 2:00pm. Minimum suggested donation of  $25.00 per person payable in advance. Cleveland has been honoured as the International Bluegrass Music Assoc. Fiddle Player of the Year 9 times! This should be an afternoon of bluegrass at its best!

More information? Peter Chitty... 705-436-3927 or email musicupclose@rogers.com

September 21, 2012