Led by Toronto percussionist, Vince Maccarone, Los Variants is a collective of Juno winning and nominated musicians from around the world.

Irish accordionist Sharon Shannon has achieved legendary status throughout the world and has made the much-maligned accordion ‘cool’ in her home country.

Qairo is a fiery and dynamic ensemble that combines the emotional charged vocals and pulsing rhythms of flamenco with the infectious melodies and ear-popping tonalities of the Mediterranean diaspora. From Spain to Turkey to India (with stops along the way), Qairo is music for dancing.

Zimbabwe's greatest Ambassadors, performing music inspired by the traditional song and dance of their native Southern Africa, with a beauty and enthusiasm that is unrivalled.

When virtuoso Irish playing jumps the pond running naked through the wide open fields of bluegrass/Americana Jig Jam is born. Bluegrass and American Folk music originated from their homes and now Jig Jam are here to take it back!

The earliest version of the santur dates back to as far as Babylonian stone carvings (669 B.C.) Now, Bow Valley audiences have the opportunity to hear the evocative sound of this ancient Persian instrument performed in contemporary style that traverses time.