Performers2026

Folk and Roots Song Circle: Jenny Allen, Emily Triggs, Leanne Lightfoot

Folk and Roots Song Circle: Jenny Allen, Emily Triggs, Leanne Lightfoot

Saturday • 7:00 pm | The Carrot Community Arts Coffeehouse (9351 - 118 Avenue)

Three powerful songwriters share heartfelt stories, rich harmonies, and roots-driven songs in a warm, collaborative evening of music and connection.

Leanne Lightfoot
Leanne Lightfoot writes and sings what she knows best, matters of the heart, call of the land and the bonds that bind one to another. Her vocal style is honest and haunting, taking the listener on an emotional journey as they are pulled deep into her stories. Lightfoot’s latest album, Still Knowing (February 2025) is available on all streaming platforms. | www.leannelightfoot.com

Emily Triggs

Montreal raised Emily Triggs landed in Alberta by way of West Virginia where she spent years exploring American folk music. This guitarist, singer, songwriter takes you on a journey through influences and experiences that have shaped her folk, roots, alt country sound, hitting charts across Canada as well as cracking the USA’s Alternative Country Specialty Chart and special mention in the American Songwriter Magazine. Her music grips the heart and elevates the soul. Her songs are double edged, unapologetic and a unique sound in the genre of folk/rock.

Jenny Allen

Blending dynamic folk-rock with a rootsy, blues-infused twist, Jenny Allen is a powerhouse performer known for her commanding vocals, masterful musicianship, and razor-sharp songwriting. With a career spanning solo success, celebrated collaborations, and theatrical performances, Jenny’s music is both deeply personal and universally resonant, making her a must-see act on the folk and roots circuit.

Jarred Albright and the Edmonton Fiddlinists Music Enrichment Program

Jarred Albright and the Edmonton Fiddlinists Music Enrichment Program

Sunday 5:00 PM | The Carrot Community Arts Coffeehouse (9351 - 118 Ave)

Jarred Albright has played the violin since he was seven years old and music has been his focus ever since. He discovered the joys of fiddle style very early on and spent his underage years with the Calgary Fiddlers performing over a hundred times a year before entering post-secondary to pursue jazz performance at Grant Macewan University. Since then he has endeavoured to teach himself to sing and play mandolin, guitar, and banjo. Music has taken him around the world including the United States, South Korea, England, Scotland, and Ireland. These days Jarred keeps busy performing with many diverse local acts, recording and producing from his home studio, ceaselessly practicing, and sharing his love of music with his students.

Les Oiseaux Sauvages

Les Oiseaux Sauvages

Saturday • 12:15 pm | New Moon Pavilion (93 Street & 118 Avenue) - Parking Lot

Les Oiseaux Sauvages is the French Canadian fiddle project of Jay Kuchinsky.

Jay has had an avid interest in the music of Jean Carignan, Phillipe Bruneau, Joseph Allard, Le Rêve du Diable and La Bottine Souriante since he started playing the fiddle many years ago. Expect some lively reels, gigues and valse clogs. Jay is accompanied on guitar by Tim Rutter.

The Part-Timers

The Part-Timers

Saturday • 1:00 pm | The Hearth (9210 – 118 Avenue) - Located inside the Community League

The Part-Timers are a group of working guys who like to play music, you guessed it, in their spare time. They have been playing together for many years, and often play in English and French. They try to play as often as they can, and love having the opportunity to share a bit of French culture when the opportunity presents. Come chat with us if you're looking for a band for your next event! Thank you to Deep Freeze for continuing to invite us back each year!

The Part-Timers sont un groupe de vieux chums qui aiment jouer de la musique pendant leur temps libre. Ils jouent ensemble depuis de nombreuses années, souvent en anglais et français. Ils aiment partager leur amour pour la culture française à chaque occasion qu'ils peuvent.  N'hésitez pas à nous contacter si vous cherchez un groupe musical pour votre prochain événement! Merci encore Deep Freeze pour l'invitation!

Cheremosh Ukrainian Dance Company

 
 

Cheremosh Ukrainian Dance Company

Sunday • 1:30 pm | New Moon Pavilion (93 Street & 118 Avenue)

The Cheremosh Ukrainian Dance Company is a leader in Ukrainian Dance in Canada. Through discipline, determination, and superb artistic direction, Cheremosh has had phenomenal success as a semi-professional Ukrainian dance company the world over. Rich in intensity, energy, and spirit, Cheremosh has a reputation for bringing amazing choreography to the stage. Cheremosh takes audiences on a colorful and exhilarating journey, thrilling them with intricate choreography, spectacular costumes and dynamic music. Men leap to amazing heights with their breathtaking acrobatics while women spin across the stage with incredible beauty and grace. Cheremosh is without a doubt a sight to behold.

Jared Sowan

Jared Sowan

Saturday • 5:15 pm | Big Bear Yurt (92 & 118 Avenue)
Sunday • 1:00 pm | The Carrot Community Arts Coffeehouse (9351 - 118 Ave)
Saturday • 4:15 pm | Big Bear Yurt (92 & 118 Avenue)

Jared Sowan, a multi-talented First Nations composer and performer, hails from the Swan River First Nation in Northern Alberta. He is an award-winning instrumentalist who has a powerful voice which is coupled with a sense of humour that will entertain and delight all audiences. His soulful tone brings to mind the old blues and gospel era of yester-year while his music has an edgy raw groove that sits in the pocket. You may want to tap your toe and bop your head or just dance the night away. No matter what age you are or what style of music you enjoy, you will find that you will appreciate and enjoy the entertainment he provides. Jared is an accomplished pianist, guitar player, bass player and drummer. He combines his experience and versatility to give you an exceptional evening of entertainment and music.

Jeremiah McDade

Jeremiah McDade

Sunday • 1:00 pm | The Hearth (9210 – 118 Avenue) - Located inside the Community League
Sunday • 2:00 pm | The Carrot Community Arts Coffeehouse (9351 - 118 Ave)

Jeremiah McDade is a Juno Award winning saxophonist, multi-instrumentalist, composer and arranger. Jeremiah graduated with high distinction from McGill University’s Jazz Performance program and received a distinguished alumni award from MacEwan University. He frequently tours throughout North America and Europe with his group, The McDades, as well as collaborating and recording with many different artists. As a side man, Jeremiah has performed on five Juno- nominated recordings, amongst dozens of others, as well as performing on multiple film scores. Jeremiah was a featured soloist with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra in 2012, 2014 and 2016 and he performs regularly with big bands in Alberta including the Edmonton Jazz Orchestra and the Calgary Creative Arts Ensemble. Jeremiah teaches saxophone, violin, and wind instruments from around the world privately and as a sessional instructor at MacEwan University.

Marissa K

Marissa K

Sunday 4:00 PM | The Carrot Community Arts Coffeehouse (9351 - 118 Ave)

Marissa K is a vibrant, imaginative singer-songwriter based in Edmonton, Alberta. As a fan of escapism, Marissa strives to transport her listeners through her songs into a unique, colourful world. She focuses her songwriting on storytelling, as her inspiration comes from her background in performing in dance and theatre. Her music evokes the vitality and nostalgia of songwriters such as Vanessa Carlton and Sara Bareilles, but has a distinctive, theatrical writing style that is all her own. 

Eric Yaremko

Eric Yaremko

Saturday • 3:30 pm | Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts (9225 – 118 Avenue )
Sunday • 12:15 pm | Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts (9225 – 118 Avenue )

Eric Yaremko is a Ukrainian-Canadian musician from Edmonton Alberta. A pianist of 21 years with a background in classical training, he is also a singer and guitar player, a songwriter, performer, and co-writer. His sound oscillates across many genres including folk, pop, classical, traditional Irish, Ukrainian pop and R&B. He has been performing around Edmonton for 8 years and has performed in countries including Ireland, Norway and the United States.

Keri Lynn Zwicker

Keri Lynn Zwicker

Saturday • 6:30 pm | Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts (9225 – 118 Avenue )
Born and raised in Edmonton, Keri Lynn Zwicker is the chameleon harpchick about town. From Celtic to Classical, from Irish pub to the Winspear, from Symphony to Ceilidh , while wearing everything from Cowboy Boots to angel's wings. Her crystalline vocals and rhythmic playing are perfectly matched to her imaginative arrangements of traditional material. She tours internationally with David Wilkie’s band Cowboy Celtic, plays second harp with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra and has studied Latin American techniques with harp master Alfredo Rolando Ortiz. She will be joined by her husband Nathan McCavana on vocals and bodhran (Irish drum).

Terry McDade

Terry McDade

Sunday • 5:15 pm | The Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts (9225 – 118 Avenue)
Unedited Artist Bio

Terry McDade, with a singular style, is taking the Concert Harp to a new and vibrant place.......including Pop & Jazz favorites! Terry, along with The McDades, has performed with the ESO, many Royal Visits & for various Lieutenant Governors of Alberta . He has performed through out Canada, the U.S & in China and has recorded four critically acclaimed CDs to date; Harpe Danse, Midwinter, Noel and 2011’s Winter Rose. Terry is also featured on recordings by his children with their Juno Award winning group, The McDades.

Brianna Lizotte

Brianna Lizotte

Saturday • 1:15 pm | Big Bear Yurt Stage - 92 Street & 118 Avenue (Located in Pipon Village)
Sunday • 2:15 pm | Big Bear Yurt Stage - 92 Street & 118 Avenue (Located in Pipon Village)

“Blending traditional fiddling with bluegrass chords and Metis rhythms, Brianna Lizotte and her band have an eclectic set for audiences that include original tunes and old time favourites. Not only will listeners have their toes tapping throughout the show to upbeat melodies, but they'll also leave Brianna's performance with more knowledge about her music and the important role kitchen parties have within the Metis community. With ripping fiddle solos and traditional spoons rhythms, Brianna promise's that there is a tune for everyone to enjoy during her showcase.”

Melody McArthur

Melody McArthur

Saturday & Sunday • 3:15 pm | Big Bear Yurt (92 & 118 Avenue)

Melody McArthur is a multi-award-winning and internationally recognized singer, songwriter, and actor from Alberta, Canada who has taken the music and theatre world by storm. A powerful voice and penchant for emotionally-driven performances, she’s released six full-length albums and is set to release her seventh, The Gospel Truth, in 2026. McArthur’s also captivated theatre audiences as the former lead in the hit touring musical Bear Grease, including during its off-Broadway debut summer of 2025. A self-made artist who writes her music and crafts her brand, McArthur’s work has garnered national and international recognition, including honours from Edify Magazine’s Top 40 Under 40 and a 2025 Horizon Alumni Award from the University of Alberta. McArthur’s influence extends beyond the stage through mentorship, advocacy and inspiring the next generation of artists.

Charles Favel - Indigenous Dancer

Charles Favel - Indigenous Dancer

Sunday • 3:30 pm | New Moon Pavilion (93 Street & 118 Avenue)

Hello I’m Nahiyow from the mountain Cree camp Alberta, also from Rocky boy Montana I grew up in the mountains where I learned and practiced my culture. This was how we learned to survived off the land. Our camp was located in the foothills when we first moved off reservation my mother, grandmother and grandpa lived in canvas tents with wood stoves as it provided us with heat and a source to cook food and heat up water. we didn't and still don’t have indoor plumbing, no indoor washroom, no taps to wash our hands freely. we got our water from the springs that cane fresh from the mountains. Trees for our fire, fire for our cooking and wild meats like moose, deer, elk and fish was our main foods sources. There was also a variety of fresh berries we would harvest for a little sweet snacks.

Edmonton school of Ukrainian dance

Edmonton school of Ukrainian dance

Sunday • 1:00 pm | New Moon Pavilion (93 Street & 118 Avenue)

In 2024, the Edmonton School of Ukrainian Dance celebrated its 36th year and we have gained much recognition in leading Ukrainian dance in the community. Experienced, caring teachers for dancers of all ages are an essential ingredient to the success of the school. Under the direction of Ken Kachmar and instructors Trish Kushniruk, Debbie Kachmar Potter, Shaughnessy Potter, Xavier Potter, Andrew Trykalo, Matthew Karpiak, Mikaila Petrov Bezovie and Kennedy Kachmar, we will continue to specialize in Ballet, Character Dance and Ukrainian Folk dance with a child development focus. Children are taught systematically, following sequential instruction and learning through fun and repetition.

Zorianka Ukrainian Dancers

Zorianka Ukrainian Dancers

Sunday • 12:30 pm | New Moon Pavilion (93 Street & 118 Avenue) - Parking Lot

Zorianka Ukrainian dancers has been around for over 45 years. This year we have 4 groups, Zirka ages 6-10 , Jr. Zoria Ages 12-15, Razom ages 18-23 and our Adults ages 30 +

We are a Fun family based group that loves to travel. Zorianka will be performing on Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship to Alaska this coming July 2024.

JONO

 
 

JONO

Saturday 5:00 PM • New Moon Pavilion (93 Street & 118 Avenue) - Parking Lot

Jono is a hip-hop artist hailing from the Moncton in New Brunswick. Now based in Moncton, the self-taught producer began captivating audiences in 2019 with instant reactions from the crowd. Opportunities unfolded for Jono, including performances at Pop Montreal and the Festival 506 in 2021.

In April 2022, collaborating with his DJ, Metaphyzik, the boom-bap style of Swedish artist BBZ Darney converged with Jono’s modern sounds to create his debut project, “Party Chenous.” A finalist for the Music NB Awards in the Recording of the Year category, the album is considered by some as the new classic of Acadian hip-hop.

In 2023, Jono was chosen to represent New Brunswick at the Jeux de la Francophonie in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. He will also be part of the 56th edition of the Festival international de la chanson de Granby. He will kick off 2024 in a residency at Entr’Art in Dead Man’s Flat, Alberta, where he will focus on solidifying his stature in Acadian hip-hop through the creation of his next album.

Joël Lavoie

Joël Lavoie

Saturday • 1:45 pm | New Moon Pavilion (93 Street & 118 Avenue) - Parking Lot
Saturday • 3:00 pm | The Hearth (9210 – 118 Avenue) - Located inside the Community League

Alberta, Canada based singer-songwriter, guitarist & producer, Joël Lavoie, has been honing his craft since he first picked up the guitar at the age of 12.

Joël has studied Blues, Rock, Metal, Jazz, Country and Folk styles from various parts of the world, but his main passion has always been the Blues. Joël brings a unique approach his song writing, blending various styles from the Americas and Western Africa and crafts songs in both French and English languages.

www.fivechordmusic.com/epk