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Ashley Dwayne MacIsaac is a Canadian musician, singer, songwriter and actor from Cape Breton Island. He has received three Juno Awards, winning for Best New Solo Artist and Best Roots & Traditional Album – Solo at the Juno Awards of 1996, and for Best Instrumental Artist at the Juno Awards of 1997. More about Ashley ... Read more

Scott started gigging at the age of 15 – playing at dance halls in Cape Breton. Moved to Halifax in 1988 and started playing in a classic rock band. Started playing the pubs in 1992 which led to playing in a touring band (Brakin’ Tradition) through the mid to late 90’s. Scott has also performed ... Read more

Geordie Haley: With more than 25 years of presenting and performing original music guitarist, composer, improviser and educator Geordie Haley has been a featured artist in concert and festival programs by creative music presenters Upstream Music, Suddenly Listen, Canadian Music Center, The Motion Ensemble, Jazz East, Vocalypse ,Shattering the Silence, Obey, Scotia Fest, Center for Experimental ... Read more

Michael Haley is a singer/songwriter and guitarist living in Halifax. Growing up in Antigonish, Nova Scotia, he began performing at an early age and hasn’t looked back. Now, with over 15 years experience on stage, he brings a unique blend of vocal and instrumental talent to original songs and well-known classics. Having performed as both ... Read more

The Bedford Brass Quintet (BBQ) has performed acclaimed shows at concert halls, bandstands, churches and schools throughout Nova Scotia. Known for an eclectic repertoire and outside-the-box performances, the group features accomplished musicians who have played with many of Atlantic Canada’s finest ensembles, including Symphony Nova Scotia, the PEI Symphony Orchestra, the Nanaimo Symphony Orchestra, Neptune ... Read more

Matt MacLennan is a bassist and bandleader, bringing a mix of velvety ballads, smooth bossa novas, and breezy swing to Obladee! You can expect balanced and inviting sets with an easy and conversational style that fills the room without crowding it. Lean in and listen, or simply let the sound and textures carry you away. ... Read more

Jazz night with Silvio Pupo, keys, Ronald Hynes, bass and Damien Moynihan, percussion.

Jordan LeBlanc took up the guitar at age 15 and started performing live by age 16. He has experience in many settings, including cover bands, original projects, acoustic duos, solo, and jazz band. He has developed a diverse repertoire, comfortable stage presence and a keen ear for improvisation over the years, making him a great ... Read more

The Borrowers • KFR • Bard

Bill Stevenson  is a Canadian blues and jazz pianist, vocalist and songwriter, originally associated with the band Earth Opera, whose career in music has spanned over forty years. Stevenson commenced his music career in Ottawa, Ontario, where he spent his childhood and adolescence. While still in his teens, he joined the band Earth Opera, originally ... Read more

About Kirk MacDonald Recognized as one of Canada’s most celebrated jazz artists, Kirk MacDonald is a two-time JUNO Award winner and eight-time nominee for his own recordings, in addition to receiving multiple nominations for his collaborations with other artists. His distinguished career has earned him numerous accolades, including an East Coast Music Award, a Lifetime ... Read more

Sea Songs & Stories Tour with special guest Callehan Internationally renowned shanty and folk singer Chris Ricketts returns to The Carleton – along with special guest Callehan – for another rollicking night of Sea Songs & Stories

Tristan is a well known musician based out of Halifax, Nova Scotia. Known for his rich, powerful voice, strong acoustic guitar playing and outgoing personality on stage, he is a captivation act to catch. Growing up in the Musquodoboit valley, Tristan was influenced deeply by the albums his parents had of British & American rock ... Read more

Nova Scotia's Classic Rock festival Honeymoon Suite • Sweet • Titan

Tristan is a well known musician based out of Halifax, Nova Scotia. Known for his rich, powerful voice, strong acoustic guitar playing and outgoing personality on stage, he is a captivation act to catch. Growing up in the Musquodoboit valley, Tristan was influenced deeply by the albums his parents had of British & American rock ... Read more

Songwriter, troubadour, Craig Cardiff builds landscapes of sound using live digital loops, bringing the room to a hush. Edged, folk, beautiful, melancholy and left leaning, one song breaks your heart and the next one puts it back together. Craig is a Canadian singer-songwriter. Known throughout Canada, Craig is beginning to develop a following throughout North ... Read more

A Weekend of Daytime Concerts in Downtown Halifax Come for the music, stay for the atmosphere: Cold drinks, great food, local vibes, and live music from some of the best artists around — all surrounded by stunning murals at Maxwell’s Courtyard. Day: Ria Mae with Taylor Jensen Doors 3:00 p.m., show 4:00 p.m. Dusk: Quake ... Read more

With special guests Deyluvchase, Ely$ium and Misho Wil C (aka Connor Davison) is a breakthrough artist from the hub of Nova Scotia. From recording in Dorm rooms and closets, to getting co-signed by multi-platinum artist it’s clear to see his path. There is not one single piece of production that he can’t slide on. With ... Read more

Sullivan's Pond Concerts A vision of unison and love arrives on stage with intoxicating, searing vocal harmonies and relentlessly catchy pop-rock melodies. From the remote shores of Eastern Cape Breton, music became a means of expression for Tim Hatcher. After meeting his partner Brandon MacDonald, the pair dropped out of university and moved to Dartmouth ... Read more

Krisanne Crowell, with her band Solarocity, plays keys with Chris Mitchell on alto sax and flute Leo Cox on bass, Sam Withers on tenor sax, Matt Myer on trumpet, Eric Landry on trombone, Georgie Haley on guitar and Tom Roach on drums. Concert features hot summer sounds of original salsa, swing, blues and R&B - ... Read more

A Weekend of Daytime Concerts in Downtown Halifax Come for the music, stay for the atmosphere: Cold drinks, great food, local vibes, and live music from some of the best artists around — all surrounded by stunning murals at Maxwell’s Courtyard. Neon Dreams with Chasing Luma Saturday's Day 2 Dusk Concert

Mainstay jazz crew l-r David Burton, Jeff Goodspeed, Silvio Pupo and Larry Bjornson. Players subject to change. Interesting guests each week.

Nova Scotia's Classic Rock festival Trooper • Streetheart • The Northern Pikes

Local blues musicians try out their stuff at the traditional blues jam run by Andrew Gillis and his back up band.

Dave MacIsaac is a Canadian musician from Nova Scotia who plays the fiddle and guitar, specialising in the Celtic music style. Awards 1996: East Coast Music Awards - winner: Male Artist of the Year; Instrumental Artist of the Year; Celtic Recording of the Year (Nimble Fingers) 2017: Honorary Doctorate from Cape Breton University.

Come out and groove to Halifax's vibrant genre fusing big band !!! Fresh off the heels of the TD Halifax Jazz fest

Jazz Night with Ken MacKay A native of Truro NS, Ken first started teaching in the Public School system in 1976 and has been active as an educator as a Clinician, Adjudicator and Soloist throughout his career. Ken retired from Astral Drive Junior High where he has been Director of Bands for over 20 years. ... Read more

Nadia, an international performer from Manila, Philippines, has been showcasing her unique vocal abilities and infectious stage presence across Asian and North American venues since 1985. Her career started at the age of fourteen and has developed into what she is today - a well-seasoned, international professional singer.  In the earlier part of her career, ... Read more

Pianist Joey Dowell teams up with Ukrainian soprano Rita Sharko for an evening of opera.

Matt MacLennan is a bassist and bandleader, bringing a mix of velvety ballads, smooth bossa novas, and breezy swing to Obladee! You can expect balanced and inviting sets with an easy and conversational style that fills the room without crowding it. Lean in and listen, or simply let the sound and textures carry you away. ... Read more

Jazz night with Silvio Pupo, keys, Ronald Hynes, bass and Damien Moynihan, percussion.

Since being inspired at the age of nine when she saw Natalie MacMaster in concert, Alycia Putnam has been working on her fiddle chops and a deep repertoire of foot-stompin’ tunes. The result of this dedication has been three solo albums and thousands of live performances spanning the globe from Pictou to Amsterdam, and back ... Read more

Sundown Salut with Matt Mays, the Sheepdogs & Kathleen Edwards A 20th anniversary outdoor celebration of Mays shows at the iconic Shore Club! Gates: 5 PM | Show: 6 PM Tickets go on sale Friday, Jan. 31 at 10 AM. This event is rain or shine and restricted to ages 19+. Valid photo ID is ... Read more

An engaging, lyrical saxophonist, Mike Murley is one of Canada’s most celebrated jazz artists.  He has played on fourteen Juno Award-winning recordings since 1990, seven as a leader or co-leader, seven as a sideman.  His most recent Junos include The North (2018), Metalwood’s Twenty (2017) and his trio’s Test of Time (2013). More Canadian guitarist Richard White has been turning heads since moving to ... Read more

Founded in 2017 by Music Director Stephanie Mckeown, Atlantic Sound machine has rocked Halifax with timeless hits through the eras in a big band format. They have performed for private and public functions and many festivals including the Jazzfest!

The Ethan Tyler Band is bringing to you a unique mix of rock/folk music. Based in Halifax, this band blends the energy of rock songs and the lyricisms of folk, to bring something new to your ears. Notably, this 5 piece band, led by Ethan Tyler, recently played at the Light House Arts Centre, as ... Read more

Travis Hatcher is a multi-instrumentalist based in Lawrencetown, Nova Scotia. Hailing originally from Labrador, Travis Hatcher is a folk/rock musician with roots in Newfoundland and an eclectic musical taste giving him a unique approach to his song writing. Travis’ passionate vocal delivery is a staple in his performance and his lyrics have shown an innate ... Read more

Every Thursday The Zimgars (Trevor Wenzell, Matt Myer, Rheo Rochon & Dustin Smith) serve up sweet grooves, tasty licks, and more funky good times than you knew you needed.

Jordan LeBlanc & Kyle Boudreau Jordan LeBlanc took up the guitar at age 15 and started performing live by age 16. He has experience in many settings, including cover bands, original projects, acoustic duos, solo, and jazz band. He has developed a diverse repertoire, comfortable stage presence and a keen ear for improvisation over the ... Read more

Downtown Dartmouth Business Commission's free concert series Brooklyn Blackmore's debut CD Get A Little Crazy was was nominated for "Country Recording of the Year" at the 2021 ECMA's, as well as "Country Recording of the Year" and "New Artist Recording of the Year" at the 2021 NSMW Awards. She started playing fiddle in Three Fathom ... Read more

We play the music of 1930's Harlem, and New Orleans.

Musique Royale announces five performances by the Halifax Rättvik Trio part of its 40th anniversary Summer Festival. Featuring Jennifer Publicover (flutes); Peter Rousu (guitar, bass), and Stefan Ekedahl (cello, spelpipor, bagpipes), the trio is a trans-Atlantic collaboration and exploration of the folk genres of Sweden and Canada, including diversions to geographical points in between! Performing ... Read more

• Charlie Cooley, drums • Ali Enriquez, violin/vocals • Jeff Goodspeed, sax/flute • Augusto Enriquez, vocals/guitar • Larry Bjornson, bass Players subject to change. Interesting guests each week.

The November Project is a true story based on over 300 love letters my grandfather wrote to my grandmother during World War II. I will read an abridged version of the love letters and Ted Simmons will sing songs of love and longing that echo the sentiments of the love letters.

Sam Mallais is a young, authentic Acadian with impressive musical maturity and a unique sensitivity to his composition. He made a lasting impression by becoming a semi-finalist at the prestigious Concours International de la Chanson de Granby, a platform that showcases emerging musical talent from around the world. Sam’s show is an immersive musical experience ... Read more

Local blues musicians try out their stuff at the traditional blues jam run by Andrew Gillis and his back up band.

Originally from New Glasgow and residing now in Cole Harbour, Glenn has been performing & sharing his passion for music for a multitude of years as a solo as well as fronting a number of bands, notably having been a founding member of the Halifax Celtic rock band MacKeel. With a set list of varying ... Read more

Jazz standards and other tunes

Dave MacIsaac is a Canadian musician from Nova Scotia who plays the fiddle and guitar, specialising in the Celtic music style. Awards 1996: East Coast Music Awards - winner: Male Artist of the Year; Instrumental Artist of the Year; Celtic Recording of the Year (Nimble Fingers) 2017: Honorary Doctorate from Cape Breton University.

🎶 Get Ready for Vance Joy Live at Scotiabank Centre on Tuesday, August 26, 2025! 🎶 This is not just a concert—it's a moment you'll talk about for years. Vance Joy is set to light up Scotiabank Centre with their unforgettable sound on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. With fan-favorite hits like Riptide, Mess Is Mine ... Read more

Introducing John McLaren, an award-winning violinist who has made a remarkable transition into the realm of guitar, captivating audiences with his distinctive sound and innovative approach. Known for his unique style that incorporates percussive elements and altered tunings, John’s guitar playing is a masterful blend of traditional and modern fingerpicking techniques, beautifully showcased in his ... Read more

Rose Nadira, Canadian singer-songwriter celebrates the highs and the lows of the human condition with her eclectic style of vocals, piano, rhythm and harmony.  Rose Nadira’s music spans across multiple genres, most notably adult contemporary, pop and rock. She has a unique sound which is attributed to her versatile vocal abilities.  When you hear her voice, ... Read more

Soul Strings Music presents Anna Shabalina on cello and Joseph Dowell on Piano. Anna Shabalina is a cellist with classical training. She has travelled extensively and lived in different places before settling in Canada. Anna's vast experience includes playing and recording with musicians from all over the world. Anna began learning music at the age ... Read more

Matt MacLennan is a bassist and bandleader, bringing a mix of velvety ballads, smooth bossa novas, and breezy swing to Obladee! You can expect balanced and inviting sets with an easy and conversational style that fills the room without crowding it. Lean in and listen, or simply let the sound and textures carry you away. ... Read more

The piano has been Holly Arsenault's favourite toy since the ripe old age of 4 when she came upon the tired old upright at her grandmother’s house in Cape Breton. In the years since, she has traveled the globe as a pit musician, music director, sideman, soloist and leader of her own trio . These ... Read more

Born and raised in Glace Bay, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Theo has spent years lending his talent to various groups as a guitarist, pianist, and vocalist.  After studying music at St. Francis Xavier University, Theo became a founding member of Abbey Road – Tribute To The Beatles.  Over the years, Theo has performed throughout the Maritimes, ... Read more

Every Thursday The Zimgars (Trevor Wenzell, Matt Myer, Rheo Rochon & Dustin Smith) serve up sweet grooves, tasty licks, and more funky good times than you knew you needed.

Vince Burke-Raised on the fiddle and guitar in rural Cape Breton Island, it is not surprising that Vince grew up to be a performer. A seasoned entertainer Vince has performed with many bands and has more than twenty years experience as a lead singer, bass player and rhythm guitar player, performing rock, Celtic, country, and ... Read more

Vancouver-based composer/cellist Clara Shandler is on a cross-Canada tour to raise funds for the Georgia Strait Alliance supporting orca whales. She performs under the moniker Sidewalk Cellist. She's performed on three continents, her music has been featured in films and has been performed by small ensembles and orchestras, she's collaborated with dancers, poets and theatre ... Read more

With special guests Magic Carpet, Rad News Bears & Stonehouse Sam Hudson is an indie-alternative singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, DIY producer and music teacher based in Toronto. Originally from Kent County, New Brunswick, Sam’s music reflects his journey through spiritual awakening and is characterized by his touch on the piano (Chris Martin of Coldplay), introspective lyrics (Elliott ... Read more

Halifax's own Tuesday Night Band is still in the full swing of summer, so we hope you'll join us for a free outdoor performance at Paul's Hall. Bring a chair, blanket or whatever and enjoy a quality jazz experience!

Intimate jazz set in the vibrant heart of Larry Uteck. Enjoy mouthwatering plates and signature cocktails while four of Halifax’s finest musicians bring the vibes. Featuring Paul St-Amand (voice & trumpet), Richard White (guitar), Gabriella Ciurcovich (bass), and Ibiko Pelle (drums).

Raised in a house where music was always playing, pop singer-songwriter Fiona Clancey hails from the heart of Dartmouth Nova Scotia, drawing inspiration from artists like John Pryne, Phoebe Bridgers, Lizzie, McAlpine, and the Avett Brothers, Fiona’s sound is dreamy with a side of maritime charm. With a degree in classical voice her strong vocal ... Read more

For over two decades, The Mellotones have been bringing their high-octane party to stages around the world. Lighting up dance floors wherever they go, the R&B Funk band is an 8-piece powerhouse. Tickets at door

Singer & trumpeter Paul St-Amand teams up with guitarist Kenneth Pasher for a midday jazz set at The Roastory: where every cup has a rhythm. Bedford’s coolest new cafe is rooted in two timeless crafts: the art of specialty coffee and the soul of jazz and blues.

Ally Fiola is a Nova Scotian saxophonist, film composer, and bandleader of the groove-based jazz ensemble, The Next Quest. Quirky melodies combined with joyous grooves and unexpected twists and turns, The Next Quest is inspired by funk, soul, and traditional New Orleans brass band. As an experienced composer, Ally connects to a wide-range of listeners ... Read more

Mainstay jazz crew l-r David Burton, Jeff Goodspeed, Silvio Pupo and Larry Bjornson. Players subject to change. Interesting guests each week.

Local blues musicians try out their stuff at the traditional blues jam run by Andrew Gillis and his back up band.