In 2023, three talented musicians from the Annapolis Valley joined together to form the trio Cherie and Friends. Band members include Cherie Redden (lead vocals), Perry Bimm (vocals/guitar/bass), and Brian B (vocals/bass/trumpet). Their diverse musical backgrounds and experiences bring a mix of blues, jazz, pop and R&B to the stage.
Tamar Ilana & Ventanas is a 6-piece global music and flamenco band based in Toronto, Canada. Founded in 2011 by "powerhouse vocalist" (Downbeat Magazine) and Jewish-Indigenous (member of Pasqua First Nation, Treaty 4) artist Tamar Ilana, they've received 4 CFMA nominations and a Folk Music Canada nomination in 2025, and toured across Canada, the US, Colombia, Portugal, Ireland and Spain. They released their 4th album, AZADI, in 2024: original compositions that reflect on life’s freedoms with strong influences from their unique combination of cultural and musical backgrounds including Flamenco, Sephardic, Balkan, Greek, Turkish, Jazz, Pop, Classical and Mediterranean folk.
Originally from Annapolis Royal, NS, this well-traveled singer, songwriter, bandleader, and world class entertainer has performed at jazz festivals and notable hotels across Canada, Australia and in Hong Kong. She also is known for her many latin dance events with the Annapolis Valley Dance Company.