Inspired by his roots, the innovative fusion artist Tunde Jegede bridges African and European musical traditions in his work. Audiences will be treated to the meditative sounds of Jegede’s kora playing (a traditional West African harp) with his dynamic contemporary compositions. A cellist and a composer, he takes listeners on a journey to the heart of Malian griot culture. With re-imagined cinematic imagery of ancient Africa, it is a meditative musical experience. The Cree hoop-dancer and musician Jessica McMann joins him alongside violinist Daniel Bhattacharya for a Fusion of musical styles.

2021 JUNO Award Nominees, Rum Ragged, take a bold approach to the distinct folk music of their home, the Eastern Canadian island of Newfoundland. With a reverence for their roots and a creative, contemporary edge, this young band has quickly become known as the finest performers of their great, living, musical tradition. Boasting bouzouki, fiddle, bodhran, banjo, guitar, and button accordion, these new champions of East Coast music enliven and enlighten audiences with their signature brand of Newfoundland folk.