YORKTON - As the weather will soon switch from summer to fall, it will mark the return of Stars for Saskatchewan to Yorkton at the Anne Portnuff Theatre.
Things will kick off on October 27 with Amy Bishop coming to town. Bishop is described as having "a voice is a combination of smooth pavement and rough gravel, with the ability to charm listeners with her sweet tones; yet stun audiences with the ability to hit any high note."
Bishop appeared on the inaugural season of CTV's "The Launch," where she dazzled all of Canada with her outstanding performances. Hailing from Calgary, Bishop began her music career around campfires, block parties, and church choir. Knowing a career in music is no guarantee, Bishop decided to practice other trades. Still, her passion for music prevailed, leading her to collaborations with Moby and opening for April Wine, Farmer's Daughter, and Chris Cummings.
Next up will be Over the Moon on November 15.
Longview Alberta's roots/swing duo "Over The Moon" is described as being totally immersed in real cowboy country. The couple's debut album "Moondancer" was mostly written and recorded on the ranch where they live, and the resonances are there for all to hear, reflecting the pulse of life living in a territory that is rugged and beautiful. It's a wild ride from 40's western swing to Appalachian old-time to cowboy blues, all featuring their meant-to-be vocals and a wide array of acoustic instruments.
After a couple of month's break, Royal Wood is the next artist set to perform on January 26 of 2022.
Singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer Wood has established himself as a true musical talent. Since being proclaimed "Songwriter of the Year" by iTunes, Wood has continued to evolve and hone his musical craft - maintaining an unmistakable identity while uncovering and reinventing his sound. The JUNO-Award-nominated artist has been featured in critically acclaimed television programs such as "Grey's Anatomy" and "Private Practice." Royal has also toured with legendary artists Bonnie Raitt and David Gray.
Blue Moon Marquee will get people ready for the spring as they are set to perform on March 3, 2022.
Blue Moon Marquee currently makes their home in an island shack on the coast of the Salish Sea in British Columbia. A.W. Cardinal and Jasmine Colett write and perform original compositions influenced by early blues, swing, jazz and ragtime. Recent nominations include Blues Artist of the Year, 2021 Western Canadian Music Awards; Indigenous Songwriter of the Year, 2021 Canadian Folk Music Awards; Indigenous Artist of the Year, 2018 WCMA; New Artist of the Year, 2013s 6 Maple Blues Awards (2016).
May 5, 2022, will be the last show for Stars for Saskatchewan as Terry Barber and The Music of Freddie Mercury will wrap things up.
Barber has been a soloist for the best venues around the world, from the Metropolitan Opera to Moscow's Svetlanov Hall and can be heard on recordings with artists ranging from Madonna to Jewel and Cyndi Lauper and even the London Philharmonic. Baber's most recent solo album, a re-imagination of Freddie Mercury's biggest hits, was considered for eight Grammy nominations.
Tickets are available now, and for more information such as pricing, people can visit yorktonarts.ca/stars-for-saskatchewan. Ticket options for this year include season tickets, individual tickets, and bundles of three shows.
