The Barrie Folk Society is pleased to present festival favourites, Soul Surfers in a house concert at Ginny and Patty’s on Feb. 26 (8pm). Douglas John Cameron, Adam Crossley and Daniel Roth are the triple threat talents behind SOUL SURFERS. Midland native, Toronto-based Douglas Cameron began writing songs at nine years of age. In 1985, he garnered a Juno nomination for “Mona With the Children” and, during the 90s, recorded three albums for children and over 30 songs for “Ants In Your Pants” (Treehouse TV). Adam Crossley is an acclaimed singer, songwriter and producer, and inspires comparisons to Coldplay, Sting and Ryan Adams with his melodic voice and thoughtful lyrics. Another prodigy, Adam began playing piano and writing songs when he was seven. Daniel Roth, also an accomplished musician from a young age is known for the lush tones and driving melodies which were at the heart of his first band – Harpoon Dodger’s – first release in 2005. Dan released his first independent record as a singer/songwriter in the winter of 2008, and his second album earlier this year. Dan Roth has energy to burn and music has become his fire.
To reserve your seat and get directions, call (705) 431-7182 or e-mail ginnyc649@hotmail.com.
The Barrie Folk Society, is excited to announce the return of Garnet Rogers to Barrie. Rogers, a legendary musician in the Canadian music scene will be playing a special show at the Downtown Community Theatre on Mar. 26.
Hailed by the Boston Globe as a “charismatic performer and singer,” Garnet is a man with a powerful physical presence – close to six-and-a-half feet tall – with a voice to match. His music, like the man himself, is literate, passionate, highly sensitive, and deeply purposeful.
An optimist at heart, Garnet sings extraordinary songs about people who are not obvious heroes and of the small victories of the everyday. As memorable as his songs, his over-the-top humour and lightning-quick wit moves his audience from tears to laughter and back again.
The show takes place at the Downtown Community Theatre (1 Dunlop St. W., Barrie). Doors open at 7:30pm; the show starts at 8pm.
Advance tickets are $20 ($25 at the door). Advance tickets are available:
- At Barrie Music Centre (411 Huronia Rd., Barrie); cash sales only. The Barrie Music Centre is open Mon-Thurs, 12 to 9pm
- Online at ticketbreak.com or call 705.722.4849; toll free: 1.866.943.8849). Phone orders are only available up to one week before show date.
- At all Barrie Folk Society events
Garnet’s last show in Barrie sold-out, so make sure you purchase your tickets early.
Garnet is a strong advocate of local food banks, so audience members are asked to bring a non-perishable food item to the show
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The BarrieFolk: Roots Music Festival planning committee would like to thank everyone who came out and supported their fifth festival. Reviews from this year’s festival have complimented the amazing line-up of performers, as well as the wonderful and warm volunteers. A big, heartfelt thank you is also extended to all the BarrieFolk supporters and sponsors. Stay tuned for information about next year!
The Barrie Folk Society is pleased to present festival favourites, Soul Surfers in a house concert at Ginny and Patty’s on Feb. 26 (8pm). Douglas John Cameron, Adam Crossley and Daniel Roth are the triple threat talents behind SOUL SURFERS. Midland native, Toronto-based Douglas Cameron began writing songs at nine years of age. In 1985, he garnered a Juno nomination for “Mona With the Children” and, during the 90s, recorded three albums for children and over 30 songs for “Ants In Your Pants” (Treehouse TV). Adam Crossley is an acclaimed singer, songwriter and producer, and inspires comparisons to Coldplay, Sting and Ryan Adams with his melodic voice and thoughtful lyrics. Another prodigy, Adam began playing piano and writing songs when he was seven. Daniel Roth, also an accomplished musician from a young age is known for the lush tones and driving melodies which were at the heart of his first band – Harpoon Dodger’s – first release in 2005. Dan released his first independent record as a singer/songwriter in the winter of 2008, and his second album earlier this year. Dan Roth has energy to burn and music has become his fire.
