Victoria Express

Fantastic Canadian Folk Music

Don’t delay! Fans of Canadian folk music should stop everything and hop on board the ferry to Victoria for a concert tribute for Stan Rogers. The concert is a benefit for the Maritime Museum of British Columbia, in the heart of historic Victoria.

Stan Roger’s Canadian folk music honored folks who work the the land and sea of the Pacific Northwest. His songs, Northwest Passage, Barrett’s Privateers and The Mary Ellen Carter have earned him a place of honor in Canada’s musical history. Stan died in an airplane accident in 1983 when he was just 33.

Tonight, some of Canada’s top folk musicians will come together to honor Stan and raise funds for the Maritime Museum of BC: Valdy is a two time Juno Award recipient. A resident of Salt Spring Island, his music touches all who hear it. Tiller’s Folly, from Vancouver, has been captivating audiences for over a decade with their memorable blend of storytelling with a potent Celtic influence. Their recent CD, Stirring Up Ghosts, celebrates BC’s 150th anniversary and fosters awareness of Pacific Northwest heritage, culture and history. Hank Cramer, from the Seattle area, is one of the best-loved folksingers in the American West. He is best known for his booming bass voice, sense of humor and mix of original, traditional, and contemporary folk songs about cowboys, sailors, soldiers, miners, and adventurers.

All three performing groups are very excited for the opportunity to honor Stan Rogers and help raise funds for the Maritime Museum of BC. They will play individual sets and then perform as an ensemble in the final set. This will mark their first live performance together on stage. Order tickets here.

So don’t delay. Ride the ferry to Victoria today! We can arrange overnight accommodations as well.

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