The summer has come and gone and it's obvious winter is not far away. The Fair is over and it's time to contemplate hallowe'en costumes, snow tires and storm windows...not to forget the cabbages and kings...

The gales of November started up a week early and blew up some interesting percussion on my roof last night. There are only a few extremely determined leaves left on my maples and it appears there is a good deal of raking in my future.

OFS Song Circle and Red Roof Studio Tuesday night gatherings continue through the fall and winter months and the FridayFolk audience was captivated by Harrison Kennedy on Friday night.

I've started working with a wonderful, if rambunctious, group of young musicians and songwriters here in Elmvale ( the e-naturals-s) and will be helping keep the music LIVE for a whole new community. It's a bit like being caught in the infinite improbability vortex but is never dull. Deb Brown of Stellula Music has jolted me out of my stupor and back into the real world. Horseshoe Resort will be the site for The 16 Days of Christmas - a live music series which will bring some very interesting artists to play Silk's Lounge at Horseshoe between December 19 and January 3, 2009. (listed below)

Watch for an amazing event in the planning stage for Horseshoe Resort at the end of May which will bring young songwriters and established musicians/teachers together for five days of intensive workshops, concerts, jamming opportunities and much, much more!

This is a photo of my charming and clever daughter Megan, who set up LiveatJives.com.

Please feel free to change your links to the new site.

This autumn/winter season is offering up a healthy, bounteous, varied and plentiful live music scene . From home grown to exotic, there is something to please every palate!

Have a look and see what appeals to you!

Please note: check out Sean McGaughey's podcast site where you can listen to his conversations with some fine Ontario songwriters (including #3 - that's Me). For the Sake of the Song"

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I've moved all the regular Open Stage, jams, song circles and drumming events to the Regulars page to make it less time consuming to find your favourites. Check the link below.

The Regulars

Up and Coming

November 19, 2008

Join the talented musicians from the e-natural-s as the Doctor's In, 67 Queen Street, West in Elmvale hosts the second edition of the 'all original' Open Mic presented by Stellula Music . This group of budding young songwriters return for an evening of delicious food (it's all you can eat fish and chip night) and great entertainment. No cover but feel free to bring the family, come early for dinner, and stay for the show! Music will begin at 7:00 and wrap up at 8:30pm. For reservations call (705) 322-0641.

November 19 , 2008

Wednesday Blues Jam tonight at Cheerleader's Sports Bar & Grill, Wasaga Beach. The host band will be fronted by Wayne Buttery and include drummer - Dennis King, Mark Rutherford on Keyboards, and Carl Rabinowitz on Bass. Musicians are encouraged to bring their own guitar, bass, sticks, etc. Come on out and sit in, or just sit back and listen to some blues while enjoying some great food and a beverage. Every Wednesday night @ Cheerleaders, 707 River Road West, Unit #5, Wasaga Beach. (Across from Wal-Mart on highway 93) Phone # 705.429.4050. Lots of parking, good grub and it's fully licensed by the L.L.B.O.

November 20, 2008

Espresso Yourself! Join us at Groundswell Coffeehouse in Alliston every Thursday night for open mic night. The fun starts at 8p.m. and goes to 11p.m. Slots to play are available on the 1/4 hour. We really want to hear your original music! We love covers too, especially when they are given delicious turns and twists. Let us know when you would like to play. Email us at info@groundswellcoffeehouse.com or drop by. There is a $2 cover charge which we are using to improve our musical equipment and enhance the Groundswell Experience! This is a karaoke & pre-recorded music free zone! www.groundswellcoffeehouse.com

Urinetown is an irreverent, satirical look at a society so drought stricken that public toilets have been outlawed. It's a very tongue-in-cheek musical with a terrific score (eight-part harmonies in many places!!!). It won several Tonys on Broadway and the Toronto production did well also. South Simcoe Theatre, )1 Hamilton St., one block south of highway 89 off highway 27) in Cookstown is presenting it as the first offering of their season. The cast is fantastic, the director a professional actor, and the musical director the best there is. As a result, the show is already generating a real buzz.

November 21, 2008

Please join the crowd at a Benefit Concert for ArtsCan Circle at the home of Patty McLaughlin, 2208 25th Sideroad, Alcona/Innisfil, for an evening of fantastic music with John Wort Hannam (www.johnworthannam.com). John is known for his unique take on the simple day-to-day dramas of the common man through songs that map the landscapes of both the human heart and this vast country of ours.   He is a born story- teller with a keen eye for the quirky, a humble and engaging performer with lyrics that create stories behind the songs.   His voice is a constant strong and emotive presence demanding attention to lyrics.   And while it is true that John is a relatively new face on the folk/roots scene, John has achieved some fine accolades and seen his profile rise rapidly in a few short years.Suggested donation $20. Reservations: (705) 431-7182 or email: patty@pattymclaughlin.ca

November 22, 2008

Singer/songwriter John Wort Hannam returns to Simcoe County, this time with Nancy Dutra, for a show at Horseshoe Resort. Since he was in the neighbourhood last night playing a benefit for ArtsCan Circle, Stellula founder Deb Brown figured it would be a great idea to bring him into Silk's at the resort. Special guest this evening will be Orillia's own paul court. 9:00pm. 1101 Horseshoe Valley Rd., RR#1, Barrie.For more information on the headliners go to www.johnworthannam.com/ ... www.nancydutra.com/

November 22, 2008

SEASONS in Orangeville brings a series of excellent adventures in Live Music to 19 Mill Streeton Friday nights from 7pm - 10pm. Tonight presenting... Noah Zacharin.   LIMITED SEATING... Seasons is a very small venue.  Capacity:  24... please call for reservations -   519.940.8841. SEASONS serves tapas platters w/locally grown organic produce, organic wines and more:    www.seasonsonmillst.com . There is street parking and there is also a lot behind the venue.

November 22, 2008

Peterborough based trio, The Spades will be coming to the Avening Community Centre (ACC North) for a show tonight. The Spades are a high-energy band who draw musical inspiration from early rock ‘n roll and infuse it with a little bit of that grubby, hard-working
Peterborough tone to keep things interesting. This trio has developed their skills and their reputation as a great live band by playing hundreds of shows and sharing the stage with some great folks including The Sam Roberts Band, Blue Rodeo, The Trews and The Tragically Hip.

Opening the show will be local musical heros and all around great guys, The Cellars (how appropriate)from down Orangeville way. This show may just blow the roof off the poor old hall. The Spades will be coming back to earth after touring North America with Matthew Barber earlier this autumn. You can hear the music here http://www.thespades.ca/. 8:00pm start

Call (705) 466-9906 or (705) 466-5458 to order tickets. Avening is just south of Creemore on Airport Road. Tickets are $20.00 and are available at the Creemore Echo office & Curiousity House Books or from sara@creemore.com

November 22 & 23, 2008

.... Friends, please mark your calendars for “JUST GIFTS” GIFTS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE, at St. Mary’s Church, 65 Amelia Street in Barrie.  Free Admission, Free Parking.Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., andSunday, 8:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.  It's a great place to shop for Christmas gifts –-- gifts that keep on giving. Many participating groups including: “Ten Thousand Villages”, “Sleeping Children Around The World”, ”Kids for Turtles”, “Grandmothers to Grandmothers”.   These are all non-profit organizations raising funds to support their work in Third World Development & Aid, Peace and Social Justice, and Protection of the Environment.

November 23, 2008

Songwriters' Showcase invites you to enjoy a house concert featuring highly touted roots/country husband and wife duo The Laws , today at 2:00pm at the home of George & Melina,  6230 Sixth Line, Tottenham.  This will probably be a sold out show so please book your seats now either by phone at 905 729 3353 or email (songwritersshowcase@hotmail.com)  Tickets are $20.

November 23, 2008

Don't miss out on this opportunity to catch the world famous IIIrd Tyme Out in a house concert this afternoon at the home of Peter Chitty & Marlene Campbell, 2226 Richard Street, Innisfil, ON beginning at 1:00 pm. A minimum donation of $25.00 per person is encouraged. Phone: 705-436-3927 or email: musicupclose@rogers.com to reserve. DO NOT WASTE ANY TIME!

As the saying goes, “The proof is in the pudding,” and there is no greater proof of the band’s status as one of the world’s top bluegrass groups than its seven consecutive IBMA (International Bluegrass Music Association) awards for ‘Vocal Group of the Year’ and Russell Moore’s two IBMA ‘Male Vocalist of the Year’ trophies. As a band, their vocals define them, and their a cappella renditions of many songs can rarely be matched.  Their superb instrumentation provides a strong lead and supportive contrast to the rich vocal blends. 

November 27, 2008

Dean McTaggart brings Shirley Eikhard and the Undesireables with him to the Rose Songwriters' Circle, Studio Theatre at the Rose in Brampton for a show tonight at 8:00pm. Dean has twice been nominated for a Juno for songwriter of the year and has received many SOCAN and ASCAP awards. Over the years Dean has been kept busy producing,recording,writing and playing live either with a band or in solo songwriter situations. shirley Eikhard has penned and performed many tunes that permeate into your brain and never come out and Corin Raymond and Sean Cotton are impossible to describe. You have to be there!

Tickets are $20.00 and are available at the box office or on line at http://myrosetheatre.ca/

November 28, 2008

Rob Lutes will be playing at FUD Bistro, 262 Main Street, Stayner tonight with a guest set from SCI student Ben Sirois. (at either 7:00 or 9:00 depending who you ask) After a day of working with Chuck Baker and the students at SCI, this should be something different for Rob.

The Montreal-based, maritime-born artist spent ten years as a writer/editor, before discovering that songwriting and performing was what he was called to do full time. Evolving his own signature style with his richly textured vocals and earthy feel, Rob steadily gained ground nationally in Canada by playing prestigious festivals such as the Montreal International Jazz Festival, the Ottawa BluesFest and the Stan Rogers Festival. Call (705) 428-2383 or email regan@fudmainstreetbistro.com for reservations and information.

November 28, 2008

The Orillia Folk Society presents Tim Harrison in concert. The show will take place at Swanmore Hall, Stephen Leacock Museum, Museum Drive, Orillia.

Tim's talent extends far beyond the recording studio and onto the stage itself as a consummate performer known for his compelling singing, stellar guitar-work and commanding stage presence. His delightful wit and uncanny knack for storytelling make him an audience favourite.

The OfS Bistro offers a light hot meal for a pittance and Swanmore is licensed with lots of parking. Doors open at 6:45 for dinner and the sound check! email fridayfolk@orilliafolk.ca for reservations. Check the website for ticket information at FridayFolk.

November 28, 2008

Groundswell Coffeehouse, plays host to Hobson’s Choice. 96 Victoria St., W., Alliston. They serve delicious food and some excellent beverages! 8:00pm start. 705.434.0873 www.groundswellcoffeehouse.com

 November 29, 2008

Get in the GROOVE@your library this afternoon with some fabulous music as Jennifer Ives , Chuck Baker, and your host Jim Robichaud ( The Fisherman) bring the best in original blues, roots, country, alternative - you name it - for a concert at the Collingwood Public Library, 100 Second Street, Collingwood. Donations to the "piano" fund are gratefully accepted. The show will start at noon (not sure if you can bring your lunch) and wrap up around 2:00pm. library website

November 29, 2008

Newmarket Folk Society presents Haines and Leighton. Enjoy awesome pop, traditional folk and their own compositions featuring Mark Haines’ fiddle and both Mark and Tom’s energetic performance. Major toe-tapping! Old Town Hall, 460 Botsford Street. Tickets are $20.00 and are available from Carol or Dave at 905-836-9073. 8:00pm start. Refreshments are provided before the show and during the intermission by The Maid's Cottage. With doors opening at 7:30pm, come early and enjoy a coffee and butter tart.

November 29, 2008

Groundswell Coffeehouse welcomes the Bass Lions- hear the lions roar again at Groundswell! 96 Victoria St., W., Alliston. Tickets $7 or $10 at the door. 705.434.0873 www.groundswellcoffeehouse.com

November 29, 2008

The Gibson Centre presents Matt Andersen in concert tonight at 8 pm. Andersen has a larger than life showmanship that has been with his sorrowing and soulful voice has sparked a phenomenal buzz on Canada’s East Coast. He has toured and shared the stage with Bo Diddley, Randy Bachman, Little Feat, America and others. Matt Andersen is a very real, rare, raw talent that you won’t want to miss. Tickets: $25- are available at the Box Office 63 Tupper Street West, Alliston ON, 705-435-2828 x 22

November 29, 2008

Mo'Kauffey will be the guest of honour at Champlain's Company of Good Cheer coffeehouse presented by Brandy Creek Music and Publications. 8pm, $10 at the door. Treats specially provided by friends of Bent River Historical Hall. We thank you for your donations this evening toward this very worthy project. @ Muskoka Place Gallery, 1182 Foreman Road, Port Carling, ON . Call 705-765-1048 for information

December 4, 2008

Ed Winacott plays  Everything Chocolate (what they predominantly serve) at, @ 222 Main St. (just up from Fairy Lake), Newmarket.   The parking is nearby, ample and free as is the entry to the venue (though you might blow a bit on chocolate and other treats while there)   The Music starts at about 7:30 to 8 pm and will be a mixture of the old, the new, the borrowed and the blue (with some green thrown in as well)   I'll be accompanied by Edith Hawkins on various celtic instruments and there may well be some musical friends and surprises to the evening.

December 5, 2008

Fireside Lounge at Horseshoe Resort will feature the unique musical offerings of local hero Chuck Baker tonight. Chuck's unique sound actively dissolves the traditional boundaries between blues, rock, jazz and even funk. He fractures the iconic mold of folk, delivering a complex blend of keen riffs, exciting composition, erudite songwriting and an arrestingly percussive style of guitar that punctuates brilliantly. His debut cd, A Little Piece of Quiet, is lovely but, to grasp the Baker concept, see this fine musican LIVE! Show runs 9:00 to midnight. 1101 Horseshoe Valley Rd., RR#1, Barrie.

December 5, 2008

Collette Savard, John Zytaruk and Jon Brooks will perform a benefit concert for ArtsCan Circle http://www.artscancircle.ca/tonight beginning at 8:00 p.m. at the Wildfire Outdoor Education Centre http://www.wildfireoec.on.ca/near Wyevale, ON (North of Elmvale, NW of Barrie).

Contact Carol Teal for information/ directions @ (905) 836-9073 or email:  carol.teal@sympatico.ca. This evening could be the highlight of your Dec. social events!  Don't miss these dynamic performers!

Musically influenced by her traditional Franco-Ontarian family, singer-songwriter and gifted multi-instrumentalist Collette Savard adeptly sings, writes, and, plays guitar, dulcimer, banjo and ukulele. With the artistic influences of her partner John Zytaruk she has seamlessly incorporated more urban jazz and pop-oriented sensibilities into her writing and composition, crafting a soulful new style of folk music which is completely her own.  http://www.collettesavard.com/
In a recent interview, award winning Canadian folk singer-songwriter, Jon Brooks was quoted: "the mandate of all art is to improve the world; to lift humanity by way of inspiring empathy…ultimately, the songwriter is trying to politicize love – to lobby for compassion to be our principle representative in government office. He was the 2007 winner of the OCFF "Songs From The Heart"  and was invited to perform for Ireland's President, Mary McAleese for the unveiling of Toronto's Irish Famine Memorial in June 2007.

December 6, 2008

FREE! FREE! FREE! Orillia Folk Society presents: An Evening of Country and Mostly Canadian Dance . Come out for some fun and help support The Salvation Army Food Bank with donations of non-perishable food and/or money (cheques preferred) There will be LIVE MUSIC - CASH BAR - REFRESHMENTS-AMAZING RAFFLE and DRAW PRIZES. Musicians from: Alex, The Kempencelts and Friends will provide the tunes and the dances will be walked through and called by David and Ann Kennett at The Normandy Room, Royal Canadian Legion, Orillia. Doors open at 7:30 and dancing begins promptly at 8:00. Contact: Ann Kennett @ 326-9433 or adkennett@rogers.com for further information

December 6, 2008

True North Sounds of Christmas - Archill Choral Society will be accompanied by the acclaimed Canadian group True North Brass and organist William O’Meara, in this concert series which includes spirited arrangements of perennial favourites such as "Joy to the World", "The Twelve Days of Christmas" and "Ding Dong Merrily on High", as well as K.Lee Scott’s Christmas Cantata and others.
The True North Brass brings its own special brand of magic to this season’s presentation. The time-honoured traditions of Sing-along Christmas carols and Achill’s invitation to join them after each concert for refreshments and fellowship make this a truly special start to the festive season. 8 p.m. St. Timothy RC Church, 42 Dawson Drive, Orangeville Tickets $25.00         Ticket information: Susan 519-925-3765 Tickets also available through:  Let’s Decorate, Bolton; Booklore and Korsten Jewellers, Orangeville; Jelly Craft Bakery, Shelburne; Tottenham Cleaners, Tottenham; Papermoon Gallery, and Loft of Books, Alliston; or any member of Achill Choral Society.

December 6, 2008

Silks Lounge at Horseshoe Resort will feature Scott Cooper & Rob Sazbo tonight. Show runs 9:00 to midnight. 1101 Horseshoe Valley Rd., RR#1, Barrie.

December 7, 2008

The Songwriters Showcase is a performance committed completely to the singer and the song. Two guest feature artists join George and Jason for an intimate and acoustic show on the first Sunday afternoon of each month. Each singer performs their original compositions in a rotation format. The setting is The Gibson Centre for Performing Arts, a beautiful new 150 soft seat venue with professional sound and lighting. Featured songwriters this month are Scotty Thomas and
Kent MacMillan . Show begins at 2:00pm at 63 Tupper Street West, Alliston, Ontario Cost : $5.00

December 7, 2008

True North Sounds of Christmas - Archill Choral Society will be accompanied by the acclaimed Canadian group True North Brass and organist William O’Meara, in this concert series which includes spirited arrangements of perennial favourites such as "Joy to the World", "The Twelve Days of Christmas" and "Ding Dong Merrily on High", as well as K.Lee Scott’s Christmas Cantata and others. The True North Brass brings its own special brand of magic to this season’s presentation. The time-honoured traditions of Sing-along Christmas carols and Achill’s invitation to join them after each concert for refreshments and fellowship make this a truly special start to the festive season. 8 p.m. Holy Family RC Church, 60 Allan Drive, Bolton Tickets $25.00         Ticket information: Susan 519-925-3765 Tickets also available through:  Let’s Decorate, Bolton; Booklore and Korsten Jewellers, Orangeville; Jelly Craft Bakery, Shelburne; Tottenham Cleaners, Tottenham; Papermoon Gallery, and Loft of Books, Alliston; or any member of Achill Choral Society.

December 11, 2008

BIG BEAT NORTH : DANCE, DRUM AND DREAM Join in an evening of improvisational dancing, drumming and sound at the Am Shalom Sanctuary. Hosted by Jerry and Liz Levine and the Healing with Sound Ensemble, you will be immersed in participatory musical improvisations, hand drumming and impromptu singing and dancing, as well as performances by guest artists. $20 at the door.

Visit: www.healingwithsound.ca or email liz@healingwithsound.ca for further information and directions. Doors open at 7 pm, continuous live music from 7:30 pm until 10 pm at 767 Huronia Road, Barrie Ontario

December 13, 2008

Children's Christmas Sing-A-Long featuring Cindy Cook from The Polka Dot Door and some special puppet guests. Don't miss being a part of the hilarious "Jingle Bells Conga" At The Holly Church Centre, 211 Marsellus Drive, Barrie11:00 a.m. All tickets $4 each. Phone 705-719-7675or email hollyunited@bellnet.ca

December 13, 2008

Catch the Purveyors at Down the Road Irish Pub, 650 Big Bay Point Road. You can't beat this bunch for original folk tunes, celtic classics, foot-stomping fiddle tunes and many popular tunes. Appearances are noted for high-energy crowd involvement, leaving audiences energized and upbeat! Call 705.719.6016 or visit www.downtheroadpub.ca for directions and information.

December 19, 2008

Tonight marks the beginning of a fruitful new partnership between Horseshoe Resort and Stellula Music in the Schools as the 16 Days of Music kicks off at Silk's Lounge with an evening with Collette Savard & John Zytaruk. This entertaining duo is quirky, traditional, bluesy, pop and everything in between. 9:00pm . 1101 Horseshoe Valley Rd., RR#1, Barrie.

December 20, 2008

On the Second Day of Music... Horseshoe Resort and Stellula Music in the Schools bring to me... Dawn Tyler Watson & Paul Deslauriers for an eclectic mix of old favorites and new songs alike, which explores a rich pallet of styles and moods and bends the borders of the Blues from Roots to Soul, and on into Folk and Rock & Roll... at Silk's Lounge. 9:00-midnight @1101 Horseshoe Valley Rd., RR#1, Barrie.

December 21, 2008

Le Troisieme...Michel Payment will bring his unique repertoire of English/Francais songs to Silk's tonight courtesy of Horseshoe Resort and Stellula Music in the Schools. His style is a mixture of folk/folklore and rock but also dabbles with various other musical styles and theatre. 9:00- midnight. 1101 Horseshoe Valley Rd., RR#1, Barrie.

December 22, 2008

music comes fourth ... Stellula Music in the Schools and Horseshoe Resort are pleased that Louis Lefaive and one of his many talented ensembles will entertain the crowd at Silk's with a concoction of jazz, blues, swing, celtic and everything in between. 9:00pm . 1101 Horseshoe Valley Rd., RR#1, Barrie.

December 23, 2008

a fifth of entertainment... Stellula Music in the Schools and Horseshoe Resort welcome Lead Pipe Cinch to the stage at Silk's. A harmonious and energetic blend of blues, folk, celtic, country and everything in between, this duo (Ken Allen & Jennifer Ives) has a repertoire of original material,  sprinkled with some of their favourite cover tunes from EmmyLou to Earle, Hiatt to Hank, Johnson to Joplin. 9:00-midnight . 1101 Horseshoe Valley Rd., RR#1, Barrie. more please

December 24 & 25, 2008

pick up six... as Stellula Music in the Schools and Horseshoe Resort welcome Kirsten Jones & Kevin Zarnett to the stage at Silk's. Jones blends simplicity and maturity under a roots and pop umbrella by combining soft guitar-driven melodies, strong lyrics, and multi-layered vocals. Sometimes Kevin doesn't remember picking up the guitar, yet there it is in his hands. Occasionally, strange phrases arrive with music and they go on little adventures, explorations &expeditions. This sounds intriguing! 9:00-midnight . 1101 Horseshoe Valley Rd., RR#1, Barrie.

December 26, 2008

lucky seven...Stellula Music in the Schools and Horseshoe Resort welcome paul court @ the Fireside Lounge tonight at 9:00pm . paul is an articulate and passionate songwriter and performer whose songs of life and love will bring you to laughter as well as tears. He is an accomplished guitarist, and has been known to throw in a mandolin, hawaiian steel or pennywhistle break on occasion. 1101 Horseshoe Valley Rd., RR#1, Barrie.

December 27, 2008

SuNdOwN concerts invite you to an evening of music with Aaron Howes & Friends. When the "Friends" include paul court, Don Bray and Alyssa Wright you can't go wrong! Add to that the challenge of interpreting each other's songs.... 8:00pm upstairs at TRUE NORTH MUSIC (18 Mississaga St. E, Orillia). admission is just $2 (We're also taking donations for the Sharing Place Food Bank)

December 26, 2008

eight's not enough ...so Stellula Music in the Schools and Horseshoe Resort welcome ColourblindBrian Blain  to the Fireside Lounge tonight at 9:00pm .Blain's easy blend of folk and blues is a running commentary on life as he sees it. He combines his sardonic wit with his soulful guitar skills and crafts it into a unique musical perspective. It's unpretentious and understated, yet intelligent and gently intricate, reflecting the very fabric of life and the very essence of the blues, folk, country and yes, even jazz. 1101 Horseshoe Valley Rd., RR#1, Barrie.

December 27, 2008

Lorne Brown will take the stage at Champlain's Company of Good Cheer coffeehouse presented by Brandy Creek Music and Publications. 8pm, $10 at the door. Treats specially provided by friends of Bent River Historical Hall. We thank you for your donations this evening toward this very worthy project. @ Muskoka Place Gallery, 1182 Foreman Road, Port Carling, ON . Call 705-765-1048 for information.

December 31, 2008

no matter if the elevator doesn't go to this floor...Stellula Music in the Schools and Horseshoe Resort welcome the Queen of Canadian Blues, Rita Chiarelli, to Silk's Lounge tonight at 9:00pm . I can't even pretend to be unbiased about this incredible, versatile, stunningly talented woman and don't quite believe she's going to be playing so close to home! Seize this opportunity. 1101 Horseshoe Valley Rd., RR#1, Barrie.

December 31, 2008

New Years Eve House Concert Featuring My Sweet Patootie BRING IN THE NEW YEAR PATOOTIE STYLE! Doors will open @ 7pm @ 570 Gorham Street, Newmarket, On. Tickets are just $20 and can be reserved by calling 905-836-8362 or email rarefind@sympatico.ca. Terry & Sandra will enlighten and entertain you with acoustic finger style guitar and swing fiddle. This is a duo not to be missed please so check out www.mysweetpatootie.com to see where My Sweet Patootie is playing next, hear some amazing tunes and get to know this duo a bit better! We hope to see you there.

2009

January 16-18, 2009

The Orillia Folk Society and the Barrie and District Association of Singer/Songwriters(BaDAS/S), present the
Third annual D.I.Y.Getaway. Festivities begin Friday at 7:00 pm with registration, room assignments, a hilarious get-to-know-us activity yet to be decided, snacks and a great jam into the wee hours of Saturday. After breakfast Saturday and throughout the day you will have a number of choices of workshops to attend, or avoid.
Saturday after dinner will be a concert by all attending, one song each. and a great jam into the wee hours of Sunday. Sunday between breakfast and lunch we'll have a gospel-or-not song circle or two. After lunch is home time. Wildfire is a beautiful lodge on an incredible piece of property near Wyevale. great for cross country skiing and  snowshoeing. Accommodations are rustic but comfortable - good meals, hot showers, surprisingly competitive
table tennis, the workshops will be fun and informative, but by far the best thing about the weekend is the company. You'll have a hell of a good time. guaranteed! Cost is $130, same as last year, everything included. E-mail paul court at gemcourt@csolve.net to reserve your bed.

January 17, 2008

Newmarket Folk Society presents Suzie Vinnick with Roly Platt,  Newmarket Community Centre, $20.00,  8:00pm Suzie Vinnick is one of Canada’s premier blues performers, although she slips into jazz and folk geregularly. She has an unforgettable voice, writes great songs and is an amazing guitar player. She will be accompanied by Roly Platt, one of Canada’s top harmonica players. You’ll be treated to very careful accompaniment and awesome harp solos. Check out Suzie at http://www.suzievinnick.com

January 30, 2009

The Orillia Folk Society presents Tannis Slimmon in the first FridayFolk concert of the New Year. The show will take place at Swanmore Hall, Stephen Leacock Museum, Museum Drive, Orillia.

With musical roots firmly planted in the soil of the Canadian Prairies and the ever-burgeoning music scene in Guelph, Ontario, and with a passion for lyrical vocal harmonies, Tannis Slimmon has been singing, songwriting, recording and touring locally and internationally for over 25 years.

The OfS Bistro offers a light hot meal for a pittance and Swanmore is licensed with lots of parking. Doors open at 6:45 for dinner and the sound check! email fridayfolk@orilliafolk.ca for reservations. Check the website for ticket information at FridayFolk.

February 13, 2009

The Orillia Folk Society's show with Nathan Rogers planned for today has been cancelled and replaced with...

February 27, 2009

...Chris McLean at Swanmore Hall, Stephen Leacock Museum, Museum Drive, Orillia.

The OfS Bistro offers a light hot meal for a pittance and Swanmore is licensed with lots of parking. Doors open at 6:45 for dinner and the sound check! email fridayfolk@orilliafolk.ca for reservations. Check the website for ticket information at FridayFolk.

February 28, 2008

Newmarket Folk Society welcomes  Greg Hobbs - a really great singer/songwriter, performing his "thoughtful songs about love and loss and the whole damned catastrophe, edged with a healthy dollop of cynicism." It will be a memorable evening. Newmarket Public Library, 438 Park Ave, Newmarket. 8:00pm start. Tickets are $15.00 available from Dave or Carol at 905-836-9073. Refreshments are provided before the show and during the intermission by The Maid's Cottage. With doors opening at 7:30pm, come early and enjoy a coffee and butter tart.

March 6-8, 2009

The very first Haliburton Winter Folk Camp is taking place this weekend. Sponsored by the Haliburton
County Folk Society, this will be an amazing opportunity to get away for the weekend and play music in a beautiful winter camp setting. The Haliburton County Folk Society invites you to join us at YMCA Wanakita, Haliburton, Ontario.
Designed for folk musicians and music lovers, this very affordable ($300.), late winter get-away features lots of music (concerts, song circles and jamming) and music instructions (classes and workshops) in pleasant wooded surroundings with wonderful camaraderie, comfortable accommodation and great food. In addition, complimentary outside activities (cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, hiking  etc.) as well as daily yoga  sessions. On staff: Isabel Bernaus -Voice / Community Folk Choir;
Eve Goldberg- Guitar; Anne Lindsay- Violin; Katherine Wheatley- Songwriting, and Quammie Williams -Drumming/Percussion/Rhythm.
For complete information, visit: http://www.winterfolkcamp.com/

March 27, 2009

The Orillia Folk Society is proud to present Jacob & Lily . A popular choice in the Orillia area, this energetic duo will be in concert at Swanmore Hall, Stephen Leacock Museum, Museum Drive, Orillia. In only a few moments this endearing duo will take you from tears to laughter; all the while gently weaving a tapestry of thoughtful, nearly spiritual moments which will linger long after the final note is played. With their unique and organic sound; Jacob and Lily are the freshest act to emerge from Winnipeg’s rich music community.
The OfS Bistro offers a light hot meal for a pittance and Swanmore is licensed with lots of parking. Doors open at 6:45 for dinner and the sound check! email fridayfolk@orilliafolk.ca for reservations. Check the website for ticket information at FridayFolk.

March 28, 2008

Newmarket Folk Society invites you to an evening of song with Katherine Wheatley and Tannis Slimmon.  Two wonderful singers(great voices) –songwriters(great songs!) and instrumentalists. Tickets are $20.00 - available from Dave or Carol at 905-836-9073. 8:00pm start. Due to renovations, this show will be held at the Newmarket Community Centre, 200 Doug Duncan Drive, Newmarket, ON. Refreshments are provided before the show and during the intermission by The Maid's Cottage. With doors opening at 7:30pm, come early and enjoy a coffee and butter tart.

April 24, 2009

The Orillia Folk Society's FridayFolk concert series presents Yael Wand at Swanmore Hall, Stephen Leacock Museum, Museum Drive, Orillia.

Yael's unique sound draws from a variety of traditional forms - Appalachian, Celtic and Israeli folk to name a few - and adds a touch of jazzy sophistication and global instrumentation. Her mezzo soprano voice is as pure and clear as the air in her Barkerville home, and her arrangements are spacious and rootsy.

The OfS Bistro offers a light hot meal for a pittance and Swanmore is licensed with lots of parking. Doors open at 6:45 for dinner and the sound check! email fridayfolk@orilliafolk.ca for reservations. Check the website for ticket information at FridayFolk.

May 25-30, 2009

Keep this week on the radar for a special event to be held at Horseshoe Resort, involving student songwriters and musicians.

May 29, 2009

The Orillia Folk Society presents The Laws in the final FridayFolk concert of the season.The show will take place at Swanmore Hall, Stephen Leacock Museum, Museum Drive, Orillia.

The Laws have skilfully combined compelling harmonies, strong song writing, and top-rate musicianship into a tasty musical blend that will appeal to a wide range of listeners...old style western music - some Texas open range, solid and tight harmonies, lyrics that hit you in the ears, the eyes and the solar plexus - add to this a wonderfully loving stage presence that you just can't ignore - and you've got "The Laws.

The OfS Bistro offers a light hot meal for a pittance and Swanmore is licensed with lots of parking. Doors open at 6:45 for dinner and the sound check! email fridayfolk@orilliafolk.ca for reservations. Check the website for ticket information at FridayFolk.

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