I'm excited to be sharing the stage with these wonderfully talented musicians to perform a variety of songs with the theme of Joy and Peace (original and cover songs), and some seasonal tunes.

Ivonne Hernandez has won pretty much every award she is eligible for including the Grand North American Fiddle Championship (5 times), JUNO Award, Western Canadian Music Award (2 times), Canadian Folk Music Award (2 times). She performs with Oliver Swain in the progressive Celtic group Wayfaring Kind and Bluegrass band Lester, Cobb, Hernandez & Swain.

Juno & WCMA nominated Americana Folk Noir musician Oliver Swain spent a dozen years in some of North America's most loved roots bands (Outlaw Social, The Duhks, The Bills) before going solo and releasing In a BIG MACHINE in 2011 to rave reviews, #1 spots on the charts, sold out shows and festival appearances across western Canada. He collaborates with a wide range of performers in many genres.

All public health orders will be followed, proof of vaccination and mask required for entry to the venue.

We are really looking forward to honoring the life and work of Leonard Cohen in our hometown of Victoria, BC, with a socially distanced concert, at the wonderful and legendary Hermann's Jazz Club. Live-stream option also available. Advanced tickets are required- follow the link :)

Presented by The Cowichan Folk Guild. Doors 7pm, Show 7:30pm. $25 at the door, advance tickets at Duncan Music (470 Trans-Canada Hwy) and online.

Doors open 7:30pm, Show 8pm. We love playing our hometown, and we are so excited about the special guests who will be joining us for this tribute to our hero! Featuring special guests Stephen Fearing, Sue Passmore (The Good Lovelies), Steph MacPherson, Elli Hart, and Claire Butterfield (Fox Glove).

Tickets $28 advance, $35 at the door (if available). Advance tickets are highly recommended-- the last time we played this beautiful theatre, the show sold out in advance.

Doors open 6pm, Show 7:30pm. Tickets: $20 advance, $25 door.

I'm thrilled to join Shane Koyczan and the Short Story Long in Lyons, Colorado to perform at the Rocky Mountain Folks Festival. More details t.b.a.

I'm thrilled to join Shane Koyczan and the Short Story Long in Yellowknife in July to perform at the Folk on the Rocks festival. More details t.b.a.

We're excited to be bringing our show to the beautiful Okanagan Valley. More details (including tickets link) T.B.A.

I'll be performing solo at this super sweet festival in Ymir, which is close to Nelson, BC. Check out http://www.tinylightsfestival.com/ for more info.

More details coming soon

The ArtsWells festival runs Friday August 2 through Monday August 5th and is one of my favourite festivals EVER.  So many amazing artists, so many stages, so much fun.  I'm hosting a collaborative session that will also include the talents of Tanya Tagaq, Elise Boeur, and more. www.artswells.com/
 

I'll be doing a solo set to open for Plumes, an amazing classical/pop/indie band from Montreal, QC.  Check them out!  plumesensemble.com/

Tower of Song is a creative tribute to Leonard Cohen, featuring performances by Oliver Swain and Glenna Garramone.  We re-imagine songs from every era of Cohen's epic career, and include original songs.  This will be an intimate performance in a beautiful setting on the shores of Prospect Lake.  From 2:30pm to 4:30pm.  Please send me a message (using form on "Contact" page) for details on how to reserve your seat.
Photo by Michelle Munkittrick.

Tower of Song is a creative tribute to Leonard Cohen that includes original songs, as well as songs from every era of Cohen's career.   Featuring performances by Oliver Swain and Glenna Garramone.
Photo by Michelle Munkittrick.

Tower of Song: a creative tribute to Leonard Cohen
Featuring performances by Glenna Garramone, Oliver Swain, and Anne Schaefer
Doors 7pm, Show 8pm
Adv tix at Rollin Art Centre (cash only) Adults $15 / Seniors $12
$18 door
For info on advance tickets contact the venue at (250) 730-1636
http://www.charslanding.com/
Facebook Event Page: www.facebook.com/events/501305483237994/

Tower of Song: a creative tribute to Leonard Cohen
with performances by Glenna Garramone, Oliver Swain and Anne Schaefer
special guests: shayne avec i grec and Richard Moody
Doors 6pm, Show 8pm
Advance tickets recommended, as this show usually sells out.
Advance tickets available at Lyle's Place, Ditch Records, and Larsen music
Adv $18, Door $20
Facebook Event page here: www.facebook.com/events/355539494558627/

I connected with Belle Plaine and her band recently at the North American Folk Alliance Conference.  I'm excited to be opening for their show in Victoria!
Facebook Event Page: www.facebook.com/events/163554477127840/

More about Belle Plaine:

Belle Plaine is an acoustic-guitar playing, storytelling vocalist whose debut full-length album, Notes From A Waitress, reached #3 on the !earshot National Jazz Chart. Describing the album, Belle Plains says, “I wanted the songs to read as a travelogue from the other side of the world and back. They’re like souvenirs from each journey. It’s my throwback to the vocal jazz of the 1960s. Think of Peggy Lee and Julie London. I created Notes From A Waitress in the spirit of these artists.”   www.belleplainemusic.com/

I'm excited to be singing harmonies in Oliver Swain's Big Machine!  www.oliverswainmusic.com/  We'll be playing an official showcase at the North American Folk Alliance Conference in Toronto on February 22, 2013.  This is a private event.  For info on the conference, check out:  http://www.folkalliance.org/conference/

I had the privelege of traveling by train between Vancovuer and Toronto as the Onboard Entertainer with Via Rail this holiday season. Thanks to all the wonderful people who were part of the journey, and to Via Rail for supporting Canadian artists!

I had the privelege of traveling by train between Vancovuer and Toronto as the Onboard Entertainer with Via Rail this holiday season.  Thanks to all the wonderful people who were part of the journey, and to Via Rail for supporting Canadian artists!