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SILVER SKATE FESTIVAL 2012 |
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BIOGRAPHIES FOR 2012 ARTISTS
Jason Kodie He performs routinely and vigorously with a cast of characters and bands, (Allez Ouest, Captain Tractor, Le Fuzz), and an extensive list of former bands who have either burned out or were forced into early retirement. Among the many chapeaux that he may wear, he has also carved a niche as a sought after accordionist, musical director, and soundscape designer. A versatile musician, Josephine van Lier is equally at ease on a baroque cello or a 5 string violoncello piccolo as on their contemporary counterparts, using instruments and bows whose designs, construction and material span over 400 years in origin; from the gut strings of her baroque cello to her 1870 cello and the space-age material of her carbon-fibre cello. She therefore covers a wide variety of repertoire utilizing the endless possibilities that this range of instruments, string set-ups and bows allow her. In addition Josephine van Lier plays and teaches viola da gamba. A passionate and very active performer, soloist and chamber musician, Josephine is always looking for challenging and exciting projects. She performs throughout North America, Asia and Europe. The founder and president of Early Music Alberta, she has a strong affinity with early music and gives historically informed performances on period appropriate instruments across the world. She released a 4 CD set featuring all six suites for unaccompanied cello played on 4 different cellos. This unique recording of all six of J.S. Bach's Cello Suites sets side by side the different sounds of historic and new instruments and compares their strengths and weaknesses. The CD has received numerous rave reviews in leading publications around the world, such as STRAD Magazine and Early Music Today. Born, raised and educated in the Netherlands, she has lived in Edmonton since 1995. She is recipient of the "Celebration of Women in the Arts Award" from the Edmonton Arts Council.
Donovan Workun and Atomic Improv Donovan has been a professional improviser for almost 20 years. In that time he has garnered several awards, including 3 world improv championships, where he performed alongside Colin Mochrie and Wayne Brady, from ABC TV’s “Whose Line Is It Anyway.”
Brett Miles’ RISE (an instrumental improv collective) and Karen Porkka’s V.I.N.E. (Vocal Improvisation Network of Edmonton) join improvisational forces to create spontaneous music together in the form of RISE & V.I.N.E. Echoing musical influences from around the globe, you will be transported into worlds that are light hearted and playful to those that groove and invite you to dance, sing and play along with RISE & V.I.N.E. You can catch them at The Carrot Community Arts Coffee House on the 3rd Saturday of each month.
Psychic City is a band from Sherwood Park, Alberta. Drummer Aaron Addorisio, Bass Player Lukas Kuru, and Guitarists/Vocalists Jacob Solash and Kass Tarnawsky have a passion for music. They cover alternative, indie, and classic rock bands - including The Beatles, The Strokes, The Hives and The Black Keys. Currently this group of 14 year olds is working on creating their own music, with a focus on alternative/indie rock. With a few great gigs - including the VIP Opening of the Edmonton International Airport – under their belts, they’re excited to be performing at the Silver Skate Festival! http://www.psychiccity-theband.com/
F&M is a popular folk-noir band known for heartfelt performances and sophisticated style. Touring much of Canada over the past few years, and dipping into Europe, F&M has garnered critical success and a growing fan base. In less than 5 years, F&M has released 4 full-length albums and 2 EPs. Their 2010 album “Sincerely, F&M” took the #1 position on Exclaim’s Folk Chart for 6 weeks; charting for 4 months in 2010/11. Recently F&M was voted SEE Magazine’s 1st runner up Best Band and was a finalist in the Calgary Folk Fest’s Pros & Prose Competition. This March, Rebecca of F&M will be part of a hand selected Canadian cast in Anais Mitchell’s critically acclaimed Hadestown: A Folk Opera, at The Arden Theatre (March 21, 22). F&M is excited to announce that music from F&M will be heard in the upcoming Major Motion Picture release “Goon” (March 2012). The Montreal Mirror recently wrote this about F&M: “Their boxing gloves may be made of velvet (thick, crushed velvet at that), but this trio will punch you.” http://www.myspace.com/fandmtheband
James Murdoch and Jay Sparrow recently traveled to Nashville. The trip lead to a collaboration that produced 10 new songs and unique blending of two distinct songwriting styles. http://www.jamesmurdochband.com/
Vibe Tribe is rooted in the tradition of Improvisational Tribal Fusion Belly dance ,they have grown to become a mesmerizing Gypsy circus as they gone beyond Belly Dance and have incorporated Poi, Hoops, Swords and Fire. Vibe Tribe seeks to inspire their audience with every show they perform by weaving a magical experience of gypsy-inspired grace and intensity.
At the end of the road on the Upper Sunshine Coast of British Columbia, three musicians of instrumentation and original electronica composition featuring the warm, dynamic sounds of the didgeridoo. Charged with positivity, Neko Rei’s upbeat vibe features ultra-groovy bass guitar, live keyboards, and funky, hardhitting drums and percussion. The band’s lively tracks keep crowds moving, groovin’ and dancin’ for hours. Neko Rei takes audiences on an aural journey across a wide spectrum of electronica ranging from loungy-downtempo, electro, tribal, and funky- house. Appealing to a wide range of ages and backgrounds, Neko Rei’s music is set to take the world music scene by storm. A Neko Rei performance is a rally cry for for positive change, heralding a new age of knowledge, compassion, and connectivity.
Terry Morrison & John Gorham
Allez Ouest is a group of four performers who share a profound love of music and song. Their Western Canadian roots are revealed through a tapestry of images and prose, all with a francophone slant. Their lush harmonies are backed with a variety of instruments producing rich and vibrant colours while pushing the limits of their craft. Members Jason Kodie, Joel Lavoie, Mireille Moquin, and Robert Walsh have their collective hands in many projects, past and present, and bring their experiences to Allez Ouest
Lucas Chaisson  At just 18 years of age, Lucas Chaisson has a strong grasp of who he is musically. Known for his creative rootsy spins on pop tunes, it is Lucas’ original material that defines him. Described as folk, roots, blues and country, he joins his eclectic tastes and musical mannerisms together with his soulful voice and a lyrical knack far beyond his years.
Sean Sonego, 17, sings with a sincerity and soulfulness rarely found in such a young person. A folk/blues singer/songwriter, Sean has performed in Hollywood and Nashville both as a result of winning local competitions. |
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As Night Works in the Park grows in popularity we continue to expand with music, dance and live performances, spectacles of light, and fire sculpture. In 2012 we will debut the Silver Skate Folk Trails and Present the Baba Yaga and Firebird Trail. 
Josephine van Lier
Psychic City
F & M
Murdoch & Sparrow
Vibe Tribe
CHECK OUT NIGHTWORKS IN THE PARK FROM PREVIOUS YEARS (Click on the links below)
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