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Blue Jay Sessions: Spring Edition YYC
APRIL 19-21 | CALGARY | THE PRAIRIE EMPORIUM | TICKETS $10-$25 VIA SHOWPASS
Our sessions feature a huge array of independent Canadian artists from a mix of different genres, so come and soak up some amazing original songs and hear the stories behind 'em all too. Come discover a new-to-you musician to add to your listening catalogue...and we guarantee you'll find one or two! :)
The Friday and Saturday night sessions will be hosted by Blue Jay Fam members Megan Dawson and Devin Cooper (respectively) while our special Sunday brunch will feature songs and stories like usual, but with a FABULOUS drag queen host!
FRIDAY APRIL 19 - hosted Megan Dawson
1st session (doors 6PM, music 7PM)
Katelyn Lehner, Justin Sutton, Kaiya Gamble
2nd session (doors 8:15PM, music 9PM)
K The Chosen, Lily Monaghan, Maddie Lee Mars
SATURDAY APRIL 20 - hosted by Devin Cooper
1st session (doors 6PM, music 7PM)
Megan Paige, Téa G, Jon Martin
2nd session (doors 8:15PM, music 9PM)
Mariya Stokes, Tea Fannie, Kayla Williams
SUNDAY APRIL 21 - hosted by drag queen Valerie Hunt
(doors 11:30AM, music 12:30PM)
Amy Hef, BERLYN, Vanessa Wagner
Blue Jay Sessions: Amped Up Vol. 1
What if...we gave talented emerging acts the chance to be backed by a full band?
We've pondered this question for awhile and we are VERY excited to be putting on our first edition of Blue Jay Sessions: Amped Up which will see three singers be able to do just that on Saturday, May 28 as a new extension of our regular songwriters' series at The Prairie Emporium.
Alberta's Liz Christensen, Ashley Ghostkeeper and Brettyn Rose will perform captivating back-to-back sets (a mix of originals and covers) while being backed by three members of the award-winning Nice Horse: Krista Wodelet (drums), Brandi Sidoryk (bass) and Tara McLeod (guitar).
This higher energy and later evening version of Blue Jay offers attendees a unique opportunity to see talented songwriters perform beyond an acoustic setting. We are sure their songs will command the room's attention, but they might even get you on your feet dancin' too!
Just like the regular songwriters' rounds happening during Blue Jay Sessions: Spring Remix, the food menu will include sandwiches, hot dogs, fries, chips and homemade dips and salads. For drinks, expect Russell Brewing Co. craft beer, a selection of spirits and cider, as well as some interesting (but approachable) wines curated by Bricks Wine Co.
A selection of Libra non-alcoholic beer and non-alcoholic canned cocktails will also be available.
Doors at 8:30 PM.
The Blue Jay Sessions: Summer Nights
From July 7-10 in Calgary, 24 talented musicians will perform in a series of captivating songwriters' circles, sharing their original music and the stories behind their songs.