Our 2019 Lineup

Sacha

Biography:

Sacha is a 6-year-old classical solo violinist born in Calgary. At the age of 3, he asked to watch videos of his favorite artists such as André Rieu, David Garett, Itzhak Perlman and Yo-yo Ma. His repertoire includes Class 7 (max 10) class pieces from the Royal Conservatory of Music (MRC). Sacha has been performing in public since the summer of 2018. He has performed at Prince Island Park, at various community events, and many times at the CORE Mall. He also volunteered at Foothills Hospital playing for patients in the cardiac intensive care unit. He undertook to learn the piano, and he demonstrates a great aptitude for this instrument.

Dépaysés

Biography:

In 2015, the Dépaysé music group was formed to participate in Canada Day in Canmore. Following its success, the band continued to perform in the Bow Valley, sharing Francophone culture and music. Celebrating the biggest francophone hits from yesterday to today, the country plays music of all kinds such as Folk, Country, Rock and Punk. Our mission is to promote our music with Francophones and Francophiles in Alberta. The group has performed several performances including Canmore Canada Day, Calgary GlobalFest and Canmore Folk Festival in addition to several other public and private events. Members of the band are Eric Brousseau (vocals), Patricia Marois (vocals and accordion), Fabian Gregory (guitar), Shawn Edge (drums) and J-P Heroux (bass guitar).

Brazilian Heat

Biography:

Brazilian Heat brings non-stop intensity from Brazil directly to Alberta. It is the most diversified and authentic Brazilian performance group in Calgary with more than 15 years of experience. Their vision is to share every aspect of this vibrant culture with the community! Prepare to be amazed by the bold colors, images and sounds of Brazil! Discover the culture from near and personal, from the modern Rio carnival to the historic quilombo of the Alagoas region. The performance includes a percussion show, dancers in full costumes and feathers, live singers and elusive Brazilian martial artists performing Capoeria's "Dance Fight".

Mitsho Mundos

Biography:

This Congolese artist presents a mix of rumba, folklore and soukous music. It embellishes the events and packs the audience thanks to its beautiful melodies and dance steps.

Powerhouze

Biography:

Powerhouze is a multicultural, dynamic and diverse group based in Calgary, Alberta. Variety is the spice of life with Powerhouze performing music of the genre of: R & B, Funk, Soca and Reggae. The group is made up of world-class musicians who have performed with artists such as: Ras Michael, Pink, Celine Dion and many others. Because of their strong stage presence, viewers are never bothered by the presence of Powerhouze in view of their vast experience in entertainment. It is a group not to be missed !!!

Cristian De La Luna

Biography:

The musical universe of Cristian de la Luna is like a big house with open doors. He says to us: "Mi casa es en todas partes", "Home is where we are together". His music is heat and light. His words are party invitations and words of friendship. His rhythms are those of the heart, the pleasure of life, his voice sounds the urgency of living in the present moment. Cristian de la Luna was born in Colombia. He grew up in the noisy bustle of "Cumbia", "Porro" and "San Juanero". He played in a set of traditional Colombian music: a "Papayera", where he found the unalterable passion of his life: music. Arriving in Quebec, he began writing songs inspired sometimes by the nostalgia of his hard exile from Colombia and sometimes by the excitement of becoming a Canadian of the "new wave".

Renelle Roy

Biography:

Born in Edmonton, this multi-disciplinary Franco-Albertan has already explored the worlds of television, choral singing and dance. Renelle has hosted youth radio shows on CBC television, sang as a soprano and soloist for the Saint John Choir, and is a founding member of the semi-professional Zéphyr troupe. In 2003, she won the Alberta Song Gala and represented Alberta at Chant'Ouest in Vancouver. Her multiple artistic projects have allowed her to participate in several events in Alberta and abroad: Alberta Scene in Ottawa, GlobalFest in Calgary, 2005 Centennial Celebration Leader, Francophone Coup de Coeur, Edmonton Chante, the 400th anniversary concert of Quebec City, Drummonville World Cultures in Quebec and FOLKMOOT USA in North Carolina. After a long break where she founded her family, and worked as artistic director and school coordinator, Renelle participated in Polyfonik to make a return to her singing career.