Big Little Lions (BC/OH) with WriteOn In the Round (AB) – In Person

Main performer : Big Little Lions (BC/OH)

Paul Otten (vocals, drums, bass, keyboards) and Helen Austin (vocals, guitar, percussion) came to form Big Little Lions after a collaboration that led to a JUNO award in 2014. Since then, this prolific, multinational duo has released six albums, toured steadily and scooped up prestigious awards including CFMA Ensemble of the Year, Independent Music Awards Americana Song of the Year and John Lennon Songwriting Competition Song of the Year. With instrumentation and arrangements that sound like a full band, their brand of catchy, urban folk-pop is instantly accessible and has been a hit with festival audiences across North America. If you like smart lyrics, dance-friendly grooves and tight harmonies, they’ve got you covered. https://www.biglittlelions.com

Opening performer: WriteOn In the Round (AB)

Three graduates of the 2023-24 edition of the WriteOn program return to our stage! Matthew James is an Australian singer-songwriter with commanding vocals and honest lyrics. KJ Miller descends from a musical family in rural Nova Scotia, blending classic country, modern pop music and outstanding vocals. Airdrie’s Eden Taylor taught herself piano and pours her heart into her songs as she pursues music full-time.