Upcoming Events
artConnect Summer Outdoor Concert Series
Misery Mountain Boys
Friday Aug 29, 6:30-8:30 pm
Come join us for a special outdoor concert evening of toe-tapping 1930’s speakeasy tunes with the Misery Mountain Boys on the lawn of the Harrison Memorial.
Harkening back to a simpler time, the MMB’s create a soundscape infused with tongue in cheek wit, playfulness, and nostalgia. The band’s performance delivers as both classic and fresh, offering a generous variety of sweaty jazz numbers, velvety love songs, and swingin’ jump-blues.
With the release of the Misery Mountain Boys fourth album, Somebody Stole My Peaches (2025), this feisty and focused group continues to establish itself as a top drawer example of a retro-cool roots group. Fuelled by a big bouquet of sounds, some of the group’s musical touchstones have been in the wind for a century, while others are of a homemade variety that have enabled these artists to create a recognizable spin on classic feels.
Bring your dancing shoes and prepare to cut a mean rug!
artConnect Classical Series
La Cafamore
Thurs Sept 18, 7:30-9:30 pm
La Cafamore’s Carolyn Cameron (violin), Angela Snyder (viola) and Hendrik Mendes (piano) perform classical piano trios written by siblings Felix and Fanny Mendelssohn as well a Philipp and Xaver Scharwenka.
La Cafamore has been performing in the Kootenays since 2008, bringing classical music to the area, including new music and collaborations with local artists and Canadian composers. Originally birthed as a string quartet made up of members of Symphony of the Kootenays, La Cafamore is now a fluid ensemble of varying instrumentations.
Group manager Carolyn Cameron was raised in Saskatoon where she studied violin and piano. She has been a member of the National Youth Orchestra of Canada, The Regina Symphony Orchestra and the Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra. Carolyn lives in Rossland.
Join with us to celebrate the return of La Cafamore to the Harrison!
artConnect Concert Series
Peach & Quiet
Sunday Sept 21, 6:30-8:30 pm
Peach & Quiet is the musical duo of Jonny Miller and Heather Read. These sweethearts have been enchanting audiences since they burst onto the music scene in 2020 with their debut album “Just Beyond the Shine” which topped folk/roots music charts in North America and received international acclaim, including a spot on BBC Scotland’s Record of the Week and four Best of the Year lists.
In early 2023, their second album, “Beautiful Thing”, debuted at #3 on national folk charts and remained on the North American charts for over a year. Critics praised the album for its unique combination of 1960s Laurel Canyon nostalgia and contemporary sounds.
Peach & Quiet’s sound is now evolving into a West Coast roots-soul vibe. With new releases scheduled for this summer from renowned producer Daniel Klenner, you’ll be swept away by their irresistible melodies and heartfelt lyrics.
Join us for a soulful and uplifting musical evening …
Type of Events we host:
- Musical events including classical and modern through recitals, concerts, coffee houses, and workshops
- Literary Arts performances including poetry readings and book introductions and signings
- Art openings and instruction workshops of various media for adults and youth
- Hosting contemplative practises such as, but not limited to, meditation, yoga, healing arts, and mind-body energy disciplines.
- Hosting lectures on topics of special interest such as local history, health and spiritual teachings
Interested in performing or volunteering fill out a form on the Get Connected page or reach out to esartconnect@gmail.com
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