Jake Vaadeland & The Sturgeon River Boys

Thurs. & Fri.    

The Bassment

It’s retro with a modern twist. Jake Vaadeland & the Sturgeon River Boys blend rockabilly with bluegrass and the result is a whole lot of fun. The group is throwing a two-night release party for it’s latest album Everybody But Me before heading out on a Western Canadian Tour. Vaadeland is definitely one to watch as he’s already a Saskatchewan Country Music Award winner and his last album Retro Man claimed #2 on the 2021 list of Best Saskatchewan Albums by SaskMusic. Tickets to the show are $27 – $37.

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Broadway Street Fair/ BID

Broadway Street Fair            

Saturday        

Broadway Ave.           

It’s one of Saskatoon’s favourite neighbourhoods and this weekend Broadway Avenue is kicking the entertainment up a notch with its annual street fair. There will be street performers, artists, musicians and over 100 vendors at this year’s fair. The British Car Club will have its cars on display. There will also be a petting zoo, pony rides and bouncy castles for the kids. There is no admission price just an invitation to come and explore the businesses that keep this area so vibrant.

Follow this link for more information.

 

Discovering the Amatis         

Sunday           

Convocation Hall

They’ve survived more than three hundred years, been passed from family to family, survived love and loss, and now Canada’s only collection of Amati String instruments are going to be showcased in a new concert series. Discovering the Amatis is a way for the University of Saskatchewan to share these rare musical treasures with the world. Curated by Dr. Veronique Mathieu, the David Kaplan Chair in Music at the UofS, this is a 4 concert series highlighting the two violins, viola and cello that were handcrafted by the Amati family. This quartet of instruments was collected by farmer Steve Kolbinson in the 1950s. The first performance will feature Edmonton viloinist Robert Uchida and cellist Rafael Hoekman. Tickets are $10 – $35.

For more on the history of these instruments and tickets click here.

 

Crash Test Dummies             

Sept. 13          

Broadway Theatre    

It’s hard to believe it’s been three decades since the Crash Test Dummies burst onto the Canadian music scene with its hit Superman’s Song. The tune was quickly followed by Mmm Mmm Mmm Mmm, covered by Weird Al Yankovich and Ballad of Peter Pumpkinhead which was featured on the Dumb & Dumber soundtrack. The band from Winnipeg wanted a way to mark the 30th anniversary so it’s headed out on the road around North America and Europe. This is a great bit of nostalgia and music we all loved back in the day. Tickets are $42.

Here’s the link for all the details.

 

The North Sound                   

Sept. 15          

Refinery

This band has gotten huge airplay right across Canada and the United States. The North Sound is real life couple Nevada Freistadt and Forrest Eaglespeaker and their music is powerful. The pair have a very special evening of music and storytelling in store at the Refinery. Along with the live show you can attend, this concert will also be broadcast live on CJWW radio. This is a kick off to the group’s Fall tour. Tickets are $18.

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Word on the Street Festival            

Sept. 17 & 18             

Broadway Area

It’s a celebration of the written word in all its forms. The Word on the Street Festival is back and this year, the event is celebrating Saskatchewan. There will be readings for fans and workshops for aspiring writers from some of the best this province has to offer. Writers like Guy Vanderhaeghe, Michelle Good, Craig Silliphant and Anthony Bidulka will be there. It’s the perfect place to find your next novel and best of all it’s free to the public.

Follow this link for a complete schedule.

 

The Eagles                 

Sept. 18                      

SaskTel Centre

It’s a band responsible for some of the most iconic music of the 70s, had a rebirth in the 90s, and is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Many thought after the death of guitarist Glenn Frey, it was the last they’d hear from the Eagles. But, incredible music never dies and the Eagles are back out on the road celebrating their smash album with the Hotel California Tour. The concert will feature a performance of the entire Hotel California album by Don Henley, Joe Walsh, Timothy B. Schmit and now, Vince Gill. The Eagles will be joined on stage by a full orchestra and choir of local artists. Tickets start at $90.

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