Fridays, Sep 18-Nov 20 | The Makana Choirs are the place to develop healthy singing habits, learn musical literary skills, and put on a concert. All while having fun with friends! Makana is directed by Caroni Young. ++ The Makana Kids Choir is for singers in grades 2-5. This class is a fun introduction to […]
Few artists capture the beauty, humour, and complexity of modern life quite like Dan Mangan – and with Natural Lights, Mangan returns to his songs-for-the-camp-fire roots. Completely unplanned and recorded over six days by four best buds in a cabin by a lake, Mangan describes it as ‘the most magical album of my life’. One […]
The Met: Live in HD is your chance to join thousands of others in theatres and cinemas around the world, to experience one of the world's most famous opera companies livestream direct from New York. Here at Salt Spring, not only do you get to experience ArtSpring's exceptional surround sound, but also our Quiche intermissions […]
Since 1979, Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book festival has been one of the largest, most prestigious mountain festivals in the world. Hot on the heels of the Festival, held every fall, the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour hits the road. With stops in more than 40 countries, the Banff World Tour […]
Tradition meets innovation with this musical melting pot of BC fiddle traditions with a dash of swing, a pinch of jazz, a sprinkle of rock and pure folk—woven together to create a performance that feels familiar and yet excitingly new. Combining fiddles and accordion with bass and drums, this is music rooted in community, storytelling, […]
Winner of the 2025 Banff International String Quartet Competition. Derived from ancient Greek, the word Poiesis means ‘to make’; specifically, to create something that has never existed before. New York-based Poiesis live up to their name: youthful and shaking up pre-conceptions of a traditional string quartet, they remain under-the-radar for many but are incredibly talented […]
Making his highly requested return to ArtSpring, Australian bluesman Lloyd Spiegel has spent decades earning acclaim as one of the most accomplished and engaging performers on the international roots music scene. A bluesman at his core, a guitarist by trade, a comedian by nature, and a showman at heart, his powerful vocals, jaw-dropping guitar prowess, […]
While some performances are aimed squarely at younger audiences, this colourful, flowing and thought-provoking experience engages children and adults alike, as it invites us all to reflect on how water shapes our lives, communities, and identities. Developed over three years in Burkina Faso, Senegal and Canada, it seamlessly blends spoken word, puppetry and object theatre […]
Young but traditional—Tulua have been described by the Irish Independent as “one of the hottest young prospects in traditional Irish music”. Hailing from the south east of Ireland, Tulua successfully toured Canada in 2025—including as official showcase artists at the 2025 Folk Alliance International Conference in Montreal—and are now bringing their second album to our […]
Award-winning jazz greats Phil Dwyer and Brad Turner celebrate the 100th birthday of eight legendary jazz artists who, in their own ways, laid the musical foundation for all who came after them. Phil and Brad are joined by a rhythm section including Chris Gestin, Conrad Good and Jesse Cahill—three of the most respected names on […]
A young Newfoundland woman searching for her missing brother on the battlefields of World War I may not seem the obvious candidate for a three-person, chamber-style musical—but Meadows of Stone approach this story of grief and loneliness with humanity and compassion, which allows joy, hope and even humour to shine through. This original performance was […]
If you loved last season’s incredible Van Django performance then you don’t want to miss this! It’s The Beatles—but not as you know them. Get Back Unplugged doesn’t try to imitate the Fab Four, but rather reimagines—with superb musicianship—some of The Beatles’ best loved classics and little-known gems. Stripped back to their essence, these beloved […]
The Met: Live in HD is your chance to join thousands of others in theatres and cinemas around the world, to experience one of the world's most famous opera companies livestream direct from New York. Here at Salt Spring, not only do you get to experience ArtSpring's exceptional surround sound, but also our Quiche intermissions […]
Is this a Salt Spring tradition in the making? The Gingerbread Men are all that is festive: who doesn’t want a little golly-gee charm, buttery smooth harmonies and musical merriment to gear up for the holiday season? With tight four part harmonies, true musicality and a repertoire that spans doo-wop, jazz, Broadway, holiday standards, and […]
The ever-popular Victoria Baroque returns with two dynamic special guests and champions of traditional Canadian music: soprano Suzie LeBlanc, and baroque violinist and fiddler, David Greenberg. The program explores the power of song in Acadian and Cape Breton traditions and the European Baroque music that influenced them. Victoria Baroque is an ensemble dedicated to bringing […]
A tale of dementia that rejects bleakness—instead expect a compassionate and nuanced perspective that embraces empathy, humour, joy, and humanity. Told from the perspective of those living with dementia, those who love them, and those who care for them, there is a mix of absurdity and poignancy, grief and laughter, and ultimately an affirmation of […]
Since 1995, Brian Gore has been bringing together four international luminaries of acoustic guitar to create sell-out tours—and this season, International Guitar Night arrives at ArtSpring. This year’s musicians are Itamar Erez, a globally recognized composer and guitarist whose music blends the delicacy of Middle Eastern melodies, the passion of flamenco, and the freedom of […]
No matter who we are, what we all have in common is we have a story. IGNITE is a three day immersive, experiential workshop where advanced creators dive deep into personal narratives, refine their storytelling voice, and craft high impact stories, monologues, plays, and performances. Start your book, shape your podcast, and explore your personal […]