Antigonish Tourism Association

8 months ago

Check out the StFX Combo and the APC Big Band back-to-back at Piper's Pub on Saturday, November 9th for just $10! 🎺🎶

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Antigonish Tourism Association

8 months ago

Join us at Main St. Cafe for the Jon Hines Blues Band on Thursday, November 7th! 🎶

Jon Hines is a Cape Breton-based blues recording and touring artist. With many accolades under his belt, such as nominations and awards for his solo work, Jon is working on his new band project. Fresh out of the studio, with a new album to be released this mighty Trio has been playing festivals all over the Maritimes. Expressing some swampy, gritty guitar slide licks, infused with storytelling and a power duo rhythm section.

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Antigonish Tourism Association

9 months ago

Exciting news!PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Excitement Builds for the 3rd Annual Antigonish Jazz Festival, November 7-9, 2024

The Antigonish Tourism Association and the Antigonish Jazzfest Organizing Committee are thrilled to announce the lineup for the 3rd Annual Antigonish Jazz Festival, taking place from November 7th to 9th at various venues across Antigonish.

This year’s festival promises to be an unforgettable celebration of music, with an eclectic mix of local talent and internationally acclaimed artists. The headlining act for Saturday night will be the electrifying jazz fusion band, The Funky Knuckles, known for their dynamic performances that seamlessly blend jazz, funk, and rock. They will take the stage at the St. Francis Xavier Bloomfield Centre on November 9th.

Additional headline performances include the father-daughter duo Kirk and Virginia MacDonald, bringing their rich, soulful sound to the festival, and the ever-energetic The Shuffle Demons, a Toronto-based band renowned for their genre-defying music and high-energy shows.

“The 2024 Antigonish Jazz Festival is set to bring some of the most exciting and accessible jazz music to our community. From local favourites to international stars, this lineup has something for everyone,” says Paul Tynan, Artistic Director of the Festival.

Festival-goers can also look forward to performances by regional artists like Doris Mason and EC3 (East Coast Three), as well as community groups including the Northumberland High School Combo and the APC Big Band. The festival features daily busker performances throughout downtown Antigonish, as well as late Jam sessions at The Townhouse.

“The support of our community partners, including the Antigonish Chamber of Commerce, Coastal Nova Scotia, Antigonish Visitor Information Centre, and the STFX Music Department, is crucial to the success of this festival,” says Paul Curry, President of the Antigonish Tourism Association. “We’re excited to continue building on the momentum of the past two years and look forward to welcoming jazz enthusiasts from near and far.” The festival is generously supported by Heritage Canada and a number of valued sponsors.

For the full festival schedule, including venue details, ticket information, and a list of our sponsors, visit antigonishjazzfest.ca. Tickets are on sale now, and early booking is recommended as many shows are
expected to sell out!

For further information, please contact:

For artist-related inquiries: Paul Tynan, Artistic Director, Antigonish Jazz Festival
ptynan@stfx.ca, 902-318-5068

For other inquiries: Paul Curry, Director, Antigonish Jazz Festival
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