Our Exciting 2023/2024 Season!
September 29th - Fiddle and Step Dancing Group Ariko
Whether at a festival or in a kitchen, the party ignites when Ariko takes the stage. Homegrown in Lafontaine, Ontario, Ariko features the rich vocal harmonies and dynamic fiddle stylings of the Lefaive sisters along with a driving and energetic rhythm section delivered by their parents Laura and Louis. Ariko’s performances engage audiences of all ages with interactive rhythm, song and dance activities. Rooted in traditional music, their dynamic repertoire is coloured by zydeco, jazz and popular genres. Let yourself be recharged by the positive energy of this family group! Opening act: Harpin’ Norm Lucien.
October 27th -- A Tribute to Gordon Lightfoot
performed by members of the Brampton Folk Club
It’s a special salute to one of Canada’s most highly acclaimed songwriters Gordon Lightfoot. Some of the finest members of the Brampton Folk Club will be performing his biggest hits alongside some favourite album cuts. Bring your voices, as we share Gordon’s songs with you!
December 1st - “Carols from the Barrel”
a Bluegrass Seasonal Celebration with The Barrel Boys
Ontario bluegrass and roots band The Barrel Boys have spent the past decade crafting adistinctive sound that balances innovation and tradition. Renowned for the breathtaking vocal harmonies andinstrumental prowess that are central to bluegrass, old-time, and country music,what really sets The Boys apart is their heartfelt original writing that continues to charmaudiencesacross Canada. This “Carols from the Barrel” concert gives seasonal favourites a special Barrel Boys bluegrass makeover. Opening act: John and Tina Burton.
January 26th - Blues Night! Rick Fines with Roly Platt and Alec Fraser
Rick Fines is an engaging storyteller and songwriter. He has won MapleBlues Awards for Songwriter of the Year andAcoustic Act Of The Year (twice),won first place in the blues category of 2003 International Songwriting Competition. Steeped in roots music, Rick Fines crafts a unique blend of warm-hearted blues, juke joint folk, and dockside soul that both embraces and defies the genres that influence him. As a veteran of the North American blues and folk circuits, he engages audiences with captivating songs, diverse guitar styling and his signature vocal growl.Opening act: The Glenn McFarlane Trio
February 23rd - Uplifting Songstress Mimi O'Bonsawin
Mimi O’Bonsawin is a contemporary roots singer-songwriter from Northeastern Ontario. Through her rhythm and story-driven songs, Mimi embraces the beauty of the land, all the while yielding to her Franco-Ontarian and Abenaki roots. The ethereal quality of her music whisks you away with uplifting melodies and introspective lyrics that weave pop sensibilities with acoustic instruments. Opening act: Leah Holtom, making her BFC debut!
March 22nd - Flamenco Music and Song with Jorge Miguel
Jorge Miguel is a Spanish Canadian Flamenco guitarist, composer, producer and nascent singer. Having been trained by multiple maestros in Spain, Jorge has played all over Canada as well as the U.S. and Europe, and has been nominated for multiple Canadian Folk Music Awards. It'll be a hot and exciting night when Jorge brings his ensemble to our stage! Opening act: Jamie Reilly.
April 26th - “Songs of Renewal”
A Spring themed concert by the popular vocal group Boreal
Boreal is the magical musical collaboration of Tannis Slimmon, Katherine Wheatley and Angie Nussey. These three hard working singer-songwriters, each with their own longstanding, award winning careers, simply love playing music together. Having presented their popular winter show “Songs for the Snowy Season”, we are excited to be presenting their new spring revue “Songs of Renewal”, a show that combines sun-loving, moon-watching, finger-snapping, heart-touching and deeply uplifting songs. The trio’s spell binding harmonies, combined vocal prowess and tour-de-force song-writing make for a powerful musical event. With humour, storytelling and heart melting honesty, Boreal takes their audience on a journey of friendship, laughter and connection.Opening act: Mark Yan and Barry Mulcahy.
May 25th - Brampton Folk Club Annual Showcase Concert (Saturday concert)
This event features a wide variety of music and numerous members of the Brampton Folk Club playing plenty of familiar and original songs. This fundraising concert helps finance the club’s participation in many community events. (Note: This is a Saturday evening concert.)-------------------------
Tickets for all concerts are $22 for adults and $20 for students and seniors. Tickets are available at the door, at the St. Paul’s church office, or through reservations by calling us at 647-BFF-FOLK (647-233-3655). You can also email us at info@bramptonfolk.ca. Tickets are also available through the City Theatre Box Office (905-874-2800).