Music and Dance Performance and Education
 
Andrew Ibanez and DeMayo
47 Grotto Way
Canmore, AB T1W 1J8
403-678-0277
andrewibanez@hotmail.com
Spanish/Classical style solo guitar for any occasion including weddings, parties and special events. DeMayo...4 piece Latin band in the style of the 'Gypsy Kings'.
ArtStrong Ensemble
403-660-1305
artstrongensemble@gmail.com
www.oliviaritchey.ca/collaborations.html
A new-age flute and harp duo with a mandate to promote contemporary classical music and local Canadian art. Concertizing across Canada, ArtStrong is a collaboration between colleagues: flutist Sara Hahn and harpist Olivia Ritchey.
Ben Miles Trio/Quartet
Box 8209
Canmore, AB T1W 2T9
403-609-3628 or 403-609-3546
bnmiles@telus.net
www.banffcanmoreDJ.com
Trumpet & saxophone, piano, drums and or bass. Providing light swing and jazz standards for a variety of social occasions. Private music instruction available.
Big Richard Jazz / Doug Thiessen
122 Elk Street
Harvie Heights, AB T1W 2W2
403-678-5092
bigrichard@banffjazz.com
Classic jazz and swing, atmosphere music. Duo, trio, quartet or quintet. Special occasions are our specialty!
Bow Valley Chorus
John Goulart, Artistic Director
Box 4665,
Banff, AB T1L 1E9
403-762-3188
johngoulart@shaw.ca
www.bowvalleychorus.com
Under the direction of John Goulart, BVC has been performing classical choral works with orchestra in the Bow Valley since 1999. Fundraising concerts every spring. New members welcome.
Bow Valley Music Instructors Service
403-678-0008
virginiahemingson@hotmail.com
A referral and directory source of music educators, teachers and instructors for all musical instruments. Piano & Theory examination preparation programs for all levels in classical or contemporary music. A sheet music library is available on loan or for purchase.
Cathy Robinson
1069 Evergreen Circle,
Canmore, AB T1W 2P8
403-678-4840
cathyrobinson@telus.net
Royal Conservatory of Music-trained voice teacher of all levels. Mezzo-soprano performer available for concerts, weddings, funerals. Member of women's a cappella ensemble In The Pink!, the Calgary Opera chorus.
Cheryl Craver, B. Mus.Ed.
219 Cougar Point Road
Canmore, AB T1W 1A1
403-678-5710
ccraver@telus.net
Private Piano Studio providing piano and theory instruction for children and adults in both Canmore and Banff. Courses of study include preparation for Royal Conservatory of Music programs, as well as recreational playing for personal enrichment. Member of the Canadian Federation of Music Teachers, Alberta Music Teachers Association, and the Alberta Piano Teachers Association. Available as a pianist for weddings/funerals.
Class Act DJ Service Inc.
334 Canyon Close,
Canmore, AB T1W 1H4
403-678-2949 or 1-800-661-6044
mydj@classactdj.com
www.classactdj.com
Class Act DJ Service provides pre-recorded music and live performance sound reinforcement for weddings and corporate events in Canmore, Banff and area.
Communitea Cafe
117-1001 6th Avenue,
Canmore, AB T1W 3L8
403-678-6818
www.thecommunitea.com
Featuring live music in the evenings on a weekly basis; see website for the latest listings. Always a selection of local artists’ art on the walls. Venue for arts & cultural meetings, workshops and exhibits. Involved in the artsPeak festival.
Cori Brewster
Box 8027,
Canmore, AB T1W 2T8
403-609-0693
info@coribrewster.com
www.coribrewster.com
Eclectic singer-songwriter who knits together strands of folk, roots country and bluegrass. Her lyrics are rich with a strong Canadian flavour, to the landscapes, personalities, and stories she tells. Cori has recently released her fourth CD, "Buffalo Street".
Cornerpocket Jazz plus*
Jon Frolick
930 Wilson Way
Canmore, AB T1W 2Z4
403-678-1087
jfrolick@telusplanet.net
www.suzieQ.com
Cornerpocket is a professional instrumental trio featuring cool jazz and popular hits. They are former resident entertainers at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, and currently perform for festivals, club dates, receptions, dining functions, corporate events, and guest artist accompaniment.
Cornerstone Theatre and Restaurant
125 Kananaskis Way
Canmore, AB T1W 2X2
403-609-0004 or 1-800-773-0004
Fax: 403-609-0145
jpthibideau@me.com
www.atthecorner.ca
Proudly providing a source for professional entertainment in the Bow Valley for more than 10 years. Cornerstone Theatre is home to one of the top attractions in the area, the award winning "Oh Canada Eh? Dinner Show". The theatre presents a range of live productions from musicals to stand up comedians.  The rustic interior makes an ideal location for any kind of event looking for change from the inside of the standard board or conference room.  There is always something to see live at the Corner!
Cronic / Cascaders
Andrew Ibanez
47 Grotto Way
Canmore, AB T1W 1J8
403-678-0277
andrewibanez@hotmail.com
5 piece band covering all types of music including Classic Rock, RnB, Reggae, Funk/Dance and Ska. Available for all occasions including weddings, parties and special events.
Dale Strautman
403-609-4401
judajen@yahoo.ca
Acoustic guitar player and singer.
Elektrik Squirrels
Ray Reddekop
403-678-2025
Eclectic Classic Rock. Available for dances, parties, weddings, anywhere Squirrels are welcome!
Gord March
136 Settler Way
Canmore, AB T1W 1E2
403-678-6189
gmarch@telusplanet.net
Guitarist - folk, blues, Celtic.
Harp Angel / Deborah Nyack
Box 8031
Canmore, AB T1W 2T8
403-678-6509
harpangel@telus.net
www.harpangel.com
Solo harpist for all occasions. CD's available. Concerts, Weddings, Special Events.
Harvest Moon Acoustics
102A, 722-8th Street
Canmore, AB T1W 2B6
403-678-0023
harvestmoon07@canoemail.com
www.harvestmoonacoustics.com
Acoustic instruments: banjos, mandolins, guitars. Electric guitars. Sales, service, accessories, P.A. rentals, lessons.
In The Pink!
Tanya Sullivan
403-679-3322
rtsully@telusplanet.net
Six sizzling singers with repertoire ranging from ballads to be-bop, In the Pink! has been heard on CBCtv, A Channel, CKUA radio, and CBC’s "Morningside" and have three recordings to their credit. Entertainment guaranteed to dazzle and delight!  No instruments required!
Jan Tissandier
2, 825 - 7th Street
Canmore, AB T1W 2C4
403-678-2233
tissandi@telusplanet.net
Piano teacher, pianist/accompanist, available for weddings, etc. Member of a cappella vocal ensemble "In the Pink!".
Janice Tanton
103A Casale Place,
Canmore, AB T1W 3G2
403-609-8031 janice@janicetanton.com
www.janicetanton.com  www.communityfusion.ca
Award-winning cross-disciplinary artist with work in collections across the globe.
Jenna Strautman
902 9th Street,
Canmore, AB T1W 1Z8
403-609-4401
jennacstrautman@hotmail.com
Bassist for hire. Any genre of music. Available to fill in temporary blank positions or play gigs. Able to read sheet music at an advanced level or just jam.
Laura Schlessinger
918 16 Street
Canmore, AB T1W 1X5
403-678-5172
lscello@telusplanet.net
Concert cellist, available for public and private performances, functions, weddings, receptions, corporate events. Founder and Director of the chamber ensemble Music Mosaic.
Livin' & Dancin' DJ Services
DJ Ben Miles
403-609.3546
djben@telus.net
www.banffcanmoreDJ.com
Professional music playback service for special events: weddings, fashion shows to birthday parties. All genres of music available: Top 40 to jazzy grooves, dance floor lighting, wired and wireless mics.
Michelle Todd, B. Mus (hons) PGSMD
403-678-0906
michelletoddsoprano@yahoo.ca
www.michelletoddsoprano.com
Professional classical soprano and actress. Canadian Equity, Actra and British Equity. Private vocal coach and international adjudicator. President, National Ass'n of Singing Teachers (S. Alberta Branch). Toronto Royal Conservatory of Music, Royal Schools of Music & Trinity Guildhall vocal exam and diploma preparation.
Mountain Cluaran Highland Dancers
Sandra Wheeler
403-678-9800
wheelers@telus.net
Traditional highland dancing instruction for ages 4 to young adults. Competitions, SDTA exams, beginner level to professional. Two formal performances each year, as well as informal performances upon request.
Mountain Melodies
Lee Post, Piano Technician, B.Mus
403-678-6080
lapost@shaw.ca
www.mypianotuner.ca
Registered Piano Technician - Craftsman Level tuning, repair and rebuilding. Private instruction in clarinet, flute, saxophone, piano, recorder & trumpet  - children and adults. Woodwind instrument repair also offered.
Music Magic
Corina Strim, ARCT, BMT
403-678-9422
musicmagic@telus.net
www.musicmagic.ca
A variety of music programs for individuals of any age, from infants to seniors. Music and movement programs for children 3 months up to 5 years old. Private lessons for piano, guitar, and voice for students. Music activities and entertainment for children's birthday parties. NEW! Music Therapy services available to assist with various conditions; specializing in palliative care and individuals living with dementia.
Music Mosaic
Laura Schlessinger
918 16 Street
Canmore, AB T1W 1X5
403-678-5172
lscello@telusplanet.net
www.musicmosaic.ca
Versatile chamber music ensemble comprised of violin, cello, and piano, (or any smaller combination of those instruments), available for concerts and private functions (weddings, receptions, Xmas parties and corporate events). Repertoire ranges from classical and light classical to contemporary (show tunes, ballads, tangos and jazz).  Featured at the Kananaskis G8 Summit Prime Minister’s Reception.
Olivia Ritchey, Harp
403-675-0421
oliviaritchey@gmail.com
www.oliviaritchey.ca
Concert harpist, former Principal with the Regina and Saskatoon Symphony Orchestras, co-founder of the ArtStrong Ensemble. Heard on CBC as a soloist and chamber instrumentalist. Available for private functions.
Pine Tree Players Theatre Group
Elizabeth Green, President
Box 8268,
Canmore, AB T1W 2V1
c/o 403-675-7316
www.pinetreeplayers.ca
Community amateur theatre. No experience necessary. Produce two main stage presentations per year. Active in theatre production and related activities. Presence in Canmore and the Bow Valley since 1978. Over 120 members. Other activities as available, year round schedule, call for details.
Ray Reddekop
81 Grotto Way
Canmore, AB T1W 1J8
403-678-2025
reddekop.ray@gmail.com
www.radio3.cbc.ca/bands/ray-reddekop
Guitar and bass lessons for all ages. All styles except classical.
Ric Proctor
Singer/Songwriter/Dream Builder
162 Coyote Way,
Canmore, AB T1W 1C2
403-678-6436
ric@ricproctor.com
www.ricproctor.com
Performing as a solo act or in a duo or trio format, Ric writes and presents "Roots & Blues" music.  Ric also presents a motivational presentation entitled "Living the Dream By Building the Dream" for children and adults.
Shenanigans
Toni Owen
403-953-0005
t42laughs@gmail.com
Laughs for children of all ages with Twinkletoes, Miss Fortune and Miss Informed. Birthdays, corporate events, openings, holidays and special events. Balloon twisting, face painting, magic, fortunetelling, customized comedy -- call and discuss your event.
Sully's Garage
136 Settler Way,
Canmore, AB T1W 1E2
403-678-6189
gmarch@telusplanet.net
Good-time band with an eclectic assortment of music from Celtic to Prine and traditional Cape Breton fiddle to contemporary Canadian folk. Barn Dances to Kitchen Parties!
Susanne Ruberg-Gordon
148 Eagle Terrace Road,
Canmore, AB T1W 2Y5
403-678-6504
susruberggordon@yahoo.com
Classical pianist, freelances extensively in Canada and is frequently heard on CBC Radio. She is a Collaborative Artist with Morningside MusicBridge and is the Accompanist Coordinator at the Mount Royal College Conservatory.
Suzie Q Dance Band
Jon Frolick / Suzanne Morley
930 Wilson Way,
Canmore, AB T1W 2Z4
403-678-1087
info@suzieQ.com
www.suzieQ.com
Canmore based professional dance band, performing classic pop, rock, and new - country hits. Specializes in concerts, corporate functions, gala events, club dates and weddings. Suzie Q travels throughout Alberta, Western Canada and the US entertaining approx. 30,000 corporate visitors each year.
Tanya Sullivan
160 Coyote Way
Canmore, AB T1W 1C2
403-679-3322
rtsully@telusplanet.net
Piano teacher, pianist/organist/accompanist, available for weddings, etc. Member of a cappella vocal ensemble "In the Pink!"
Terpsichore Dance Inc.
Marisa Dario
3 Industrial Place
Canmore, AB T1W 1Y1
403-688-9990
marisa_dario@msn.com
www.terpsichoredanceinc.com
Quality Instruction. Fun for Everyone. Classes in: Jazz - Lyrical - Ballet - Tap - Hip Hop - Modern - Leaps & Turns - Deep Stretch for Dancers Creative Expressions (3 & 4 years) - Tiny Tots Rhythm & Bop (3 & 4 years) R.A.D. Ballet Exams - Competitions - Summer Dance Camps
the fates
403-703-7355
www.thefates.ca
www.myspace.com/thefatestrio 
 
Trio of singer/songwriters (lin elder, jenny allen, lori reid) covering all genres. Cd's include "til we have faces", "slam" and CKUA's #2 cd of 2008, "therapy". Professional recording artists, songwriters, musicians, vocalists EPK, photos and reviews available at sonicbids.com
The Free Rangers – Canada's Rockabilly Cowboys
Bob Remington
403-678-5667
www.cowbillyband.com
Canadian "cowbilly" artists Bradley Bischoff, Bob Remington and Dylan Sadlier-Brown play a blend of roots, cowboy, rockabilly, western swing, blues, classic country and bluegrass - we call it "cowbilly"! We are fun, professional and constantly in need of funds to buy cool western shirts - call us!"
The Other People
Jenna Strautman
403-609-4401
jennacstrautman@hotmail.com
A four-piece band that delivers great new original songs along with the well-known classics. We play any and all genres. Available to play any function, from a private party to bar gigs to weddings.
TR3 -Ted Woodhouse
104 Carey
Canmore, AB T1W 2R4
403-678-9442;
Cell: 403-678-8034
jtr3@shaw.ca
www.tr3band.com
Professional variety dance band, available for corporate parties, weddings, conventions. TR3Large is an 8-piece rhythm and rock band with horns.
Treehouse
Conrad Habing
403-678-2469
conrad@conradhabing.com
Treehouse is a trio playing contemporary alternative music.
Valley Winds Music Association
Box 8140
Canmore, AB T1W 2T9
403-609-9527
info@valleywindsmusic.org
www.valleywindsmusic.org
The Valley Winds Music Association provides amateur musicians and singers a weekly opportunity to make music in a group setting with professional directors. We have three groups: a mixed choir, a big band style jazz band and a concert band. Come join us for a relaxed but rewarding musical experience - we are always looking for new members.
 

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