Music is the cure for what ails you

A strong tradition in Irish music is the fiddle duet with accompaniment, exemplified by legendary Sligo Style partnership like Andy McGann and Paddy Reynolds. This requires mastering melody and harmony interplay and developing musical intuition for seamless performance.

Bronx-born Brian Conway – son of Irish immigrants and one of the last direct links to Coleman through his studies with Andy McGann (a student of Coleman) and Martin Wynne (a student of Coleman’s teacher) – has dedicated his career to preserving this heritage. As one of the world’s premier fiddlers and a renowned teacher, Conway continues to pass the tradition to a new generation of musicians – including Cate Sandstrom – and is committed to keeping the Sligo Style alive

Irish Millie is a 19-year-old Canadian singer, songwriter and fiddler from Peterborough Ontario, known for her high-energy blend of East Coast drive, bluegrass edge, and contemporary trad with a distinct Celtic pop rock energy. A seven-time Canadian Folk Music Award nominee, she earned two 2026 nominations for her EP Between Then and Now, including Young Performer of the Year, her fifth nomination in the category, and Single of the Year for “You Were There.” Her previous album GRACE also received two CFMA nominations, and she has been nominated for Folk Music Ontario’s Performing Artist of the Year.

Come and share an engaging evening of stories and songs with David Archibald. As a singer/songwriter David has performed at some the finest venues in the country. These include: the legendary Riverboat, Hugh’s Room, The Black Sheep Inn, the Banff Centre, the Rockcliffe Hotel, Yonge/Dundas Square and Queen’s Park for Canada Day.
He has shared the stage with the likes of Jesse Winchester, Leon Redbone, Charlie, Farquarson, Al Waxman and the Barenaked Ladies. David also produced the first recording of pop star Avril Lavigne.
He has written for and performed on Sesame Street in NY and CBC’s Mr. Dressup. His songs have been featured on two Juno-nominated CDs. While signed with RCA, David worked with renowned producer Jack Richardson (Guess Who, Bob Seger).
He is an award-winning musical director and his musicals have been produced across Canada.
David has been commissioned to write and record many songs for our National and Provincial Parks celebrating our natural and cultural heritage. He has performed for more that 50,000 park visitors over the years.
He also continues his work with developmentally handicapped adults at Kingston’s H’art Centre.

The Slocan Ramblers (Grand Ole Opry performers, 2020 IBMA Momentum “Band of the Year” Award Winner, 2019 Juno Award Nominee & 2023 Canadian Folk Music Awards “Ensemble of the Year” Winner) are Canada’s bluegrass band to watch. Rooted in tradition, fearlessly creative and possessing a bold, dynamic sound, The Slocans have become a leading light of today’s acoustic music scene. With a reputation for energetic live shows, impeccable musicianship and an uncanny ability to convert anyone within earshot into a lifelong fan, The Slocans have been winning over audiences from Merlefest to RockyGrass and everywhere in between.