Multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and story-teller, Ed Peekeekoot is a skilled and seasoned performer. He has a timeless kind of cool that appeals to audiences of all ages. Here is information about his upcoming performance and a sample of his work:
April 13, 2012
Civic Centre
7:30pm
Tickets available at Blacks Pharmacy, Baillie House and at the Door tickets are $22 (adults)
$17 (Senior/Students)
Date: Fri, Feb 24th @ 6:30 pm Joe Trio Concert
Where: Merritt Civic Centre
Tickets available at Black’s Pharmacy, Baillie House or email us nicolavalleyartscouncil@gmail.com
Cost: $22 adults, $17 Senior & Student
The Trio consists of a classically trained violin, cello and piano. They have been performing and touring together since 1989.
Here is just a sample of some of their music. Enjoy!
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Your funds will directly support local community events like the Community Concert Series and Community Art Shows as well as provide much needed funds to keep creativity alive in the Valley. With your support we can do so much more to enhance local arts. Or if you prefer you can always purchase a membership which will give a year long membership to the Arts Council.
In return for your donation you will receive a tax receipt for your donation and a card, letter or e-card will be sent to the recipient informing them of a donation made in their name.
The Nicola Valley Arts Council and Community Concert Committee is happy to announce the line up for the 2011/12 Community Concert Series. As always, tickets can be purchased as a pass or individually for each show. Performances will begin at 7:30pm.
Here is the line up:
October 21, 2011 – Langley Ukuleles
The Langley Ukuleles started out at the Langley School District and began with performances in their community for seniors, school groups, and clubs. As their repertoire expanded and the skill level developed they received invitations to perform at music educators’ conferences and in communities through out Western Canada. The performance will be held at the Crossroads Community Church.
December 12, 2011- The Nylons
The Nylons formed in 1979 and have 17 albums to date with the latest being Skin Tight, set to release this year. The group performs an eclectic mix of jazz standards, pop classics and original music.
Performance will be held at the Merritt Civic Centre
Feb 24, 2012 Joe TrioSince
The Joe Trio was formed in 1989, the trio is consists of a classically trained violin-cello-piano threesome. They have presented hundreds of concerts throughout Canada and the United States.
Performance will be held at the Merritt Civic Centre.
April 13, 2012 Ed Peekeekoot
Ed Peekeekoot is a popular and well know Cree singer, songwriter, entertainer, and performer. He has been nominated for several BC Country Music Association awards.
Performance will be held at the Merritt Civic Centre
Since our inception we have used the iconic Arts Council umbrella as a symbol of the work that the Arts Council undertakes. We have enjoyed all that our logo, designed by local artis Doug Strand in 1982, has offered us we feel that with all the new and exciting changes we are bringing in the next few years now is the time for a new logo.
We are currently looking for a new logo, something that is new and fresh and of course, gratis. We are looking for a logo that is as dynamic in black and white, as it is in colour.
If your logo is chosen, you will be acknowledged as the designer in a news release, on the website, and our Facebook site.
If you are interested in submitting a design the deadline to apply is September 1, 2011. The new logo will be introduced and implemented in 2012.
For any questions you may have, contact Kathi at the gallery: 250-378-6515 or email: kathi.courthouse.gallery@gmail.com
In addition to a new logo, our name will also be changing. Though officially we will still be known as the Nicola Valley Community Arts Council, we will be doing business as, Nicola Valley Arts Council (NVAC). This separates us better from the North Vancouver Community Arts Council who uses NVCAC, the same way we do.
Here is just a little bit of information about the Upcoming Arrogant Worms performance at the Civic Centre, scheduled for Sunday, March 20, 2011. Tickets are still available at Black’s Pharmacy and the Baillie House.
If you haven’t heard of The Arrogant Worms, that’s Ok! If you’re curious to know more about them they have a great collection of videos to view on their webpage here: www.arrogantworms.com/vidoes/
Here is a short bio taken from The Arrogant Worms website:
It began as a hobby, making fun of a big dum world. Luckily, the world is still dumb and The Arrogant Worms (Mike McCormic, Chris Patterson, and Trevor Strong) still have plenty to sing about. The shows are fast, furious and family friendly. The wit is quick, the satire is biting and the musicianship is second to none. Their appeal has earned them fans from kids to parents to grandparents to Princess Leia.
The Arrogant Worms have sold more thatn 150,000 copies of their 12 albums and played on three continents to crowds as large as 10,000. They are currently promoting their new album, Hindsight 20/20, their 20th Anniversary Album.
Fok- music trio Good Lovelies performed at a Sold Out Show at Iron Mountain Music Thursday January 27, 2011. A fantastic review of photos from the evening of the performance can be found by clicking here: Merritt News Photo Gallery
The Good Lovelies will be performing this month at Iron Mountain Music, if you haven’t heard this Juno Award winning group you are in for a lovely treat. Described as a “sharp, sassy, and funny” this trio have built a solid following across Canada.
