ArtSpring

Driven by fiery rhythms and exceptional musicianship, CaneFire delivers a thrilling fusion of white-hot energy Cuban rhythm, the blinding musicianship of modern jazz, and the unbridled joy of the music of the Caribbean. Led by acclaimed Canadian pianist and composer (and ArtSpring returner) Jeremy Ledbetter, this is music that invites audiences to listen, move, and […]

The Bergmann Duo—with one piano and four hands—are joined in this rich, vibrant performance by violinist Jasper Wood and cellist Sungyong Lim, both of whom have earned international acclaim. Pocket Symphonies offers a fresh take on pieces best known for being performed by a full orchestra—yet the ‘pocket’ versions lose nothing in terms of fullness […]

An acclaimed East Coast singer-songwriter with 16 albums and numerous awards, Lennie Gallant’s most recent album, Shelter from the Storms, was named one of the Top Ten Folk Albums of 2025 by a Roots Music critics poll and members of the Canadian music industry, and gained him the 2026 Canadian Folk Music Awards Solo Artist […]

  We are truly excited by this performance and immersive week, after our artistic programmer met Nicole Rose Bond during a residency here on Salt Spring and knew he wanted to see her perform on the ArtSpring stage. Dancestors is a ritual of celebration, grief, acknowledgement, and hope. A mid-career modern dance artist, Nicole will […]

History, hip hop, education, and storytelling collide in Shaun Boothe’s inspiring and unique performances. Blending powerful music with compelling narratives, he brings the stories of cultural icons and change-makers to […]

  It’s entirely possible that Jeff Newman already knows what you’ll bid on at the annual ArtSpring Treasure Fair... or whether you’ll join him for something completely different at this season’s Treasure Fair performance. Jeff Newman will influence your thoughts. He’ll predict what you’ll do before you even know you’re doing it. He will even […]