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Manotick Concerts 2020
The Barrel Boys | Sat. Feb. 29, 2020 |
Cancelled: Two Beats Ahead Jazz Band | Sat. April 4, 2020 |
Cancelled: Derek McKinley | Sat. April 4, 2020 |
Miguel de Armas & Alex Bellegarde | Thu. Aug. 27, 2020 |
Ian Tamblyn | Thu. Sep. 17, 2020 |
Sneezy Waters | Wed. Sep. 23, 2020 |
Lynne Hanson | Thu. Sep. 24, 2020 |
Jabbour | Fri. Oct. 2, 2020 |
Cancelled: NQ Arbuckle | Fri. Oct. 23, 2020 |
Cancelled: Kelly Prescott, Jessica Mitchell | Sat. Oct. 24, 2020 |
Cancelled: Great Lake Swimmers | Sun. Oct. 25, 2020 |
Cancelled: Catherine MacLellan | Fri. Nov. 13, 2020 |
Holidays of the Global Village | Sat. Dec. 19, 2020 |
CANCELLED: Two Beats Ahead Jazz Band
Saturday, April 4, 2020, 8 pm - 11 pm
Orchard View Event Centre, 6346 Deermeadow Dr.
Dance or just enjoy the big band sounds of the Ottawa New Horizons “Two Beats Ahead Jazz Band”. The band is set up with the same instrumentation as a big band from the 1940’s, featuring saxophones, trombones, trumpets and a full rhythm section. The band’s repertoire consists of everything from classic stands such as “All of Me” to modern day examples like “Suit and Tie.” Two Beats Ahead is under the direction of Band Leader Jean-Pierre Lafleur.
- The concert is a fundraiser for Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind.
- Website Video 1, Video 2, Video 3
- Tickets: $20, $25 at the door, $10 children 12 and under
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Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind, 4120 Rideau Valley Dr. N.
- 613-692-7777
- Manotick Veterinary Hospital, 4224 Rideau Valley Dr. N.
- The concert is a fundraiser for Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind.
CANCELLED: Derek McKinley
Saturday, April 4, 2020
Manotick Community Centre, 5572 Dr. Leach Dr.
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- Tickets: $10, $5, free under 2 years
- 613-692-2188
- Fundraiser for Manotick Cooperative Nursery School includes a Bake Sale & Cake Walk.
- Derek McKinley is a singer and children's entertainer who brings his joy of life to music in a fun way, inspiring children and adults alike through songs that empower and foster an appreciation for living healthy and environmentally awareness.
Singing and playing music has always been part of Derek's life, playing with bands, DJing, event planning, even singing telegrams dressed as a penguin and a gorilla! The idea for writing children's music started while teaching children in Japan, and adding the "party factor" to make classes more exciting for his students. He decided to share the fun with more people through festival appearances, birthday parties, songwriting workshops, music/movement playgroups and recently an album, Sing Song Party Time with Derek McKInley.
- Derek McKinley's website
- Derek McKinley is a singer and children's entertainer who brings his joy of life to music in a fun way, inspiring children and adults alike through songs that empower and foster an appreciation for living healthy and environmentally awareness.
Miguel de Armas & Alex Bellegarde Thu. Aug. 27, 2020
5525 Music Series: Watson's Mill, 5525 Dickinson St.
Concert 7:30 pm (open 7 pm)


- Miguel de Armas (piano) & Alex Bellegarde (bass) performing jazz music in the 5525 Music Series.
- MigueldeArmas.com AlexBellegarde.com
- Tickets $30
- Watson's Mill, 613-692-6455, email
- Office Pro, 5541 Manotick Main St.
- Only 30 seats available due to safe distancing rules.
Face Masks must be worn throughout the evening. - MigueldeArmas.com AlexBellegarde.com
Ian Tamblyn Thu. Sept. 17, 2020
5525 Music Series: Watson's Mill, 5525 Dickinson St.
Concert 7:30 pm (open 7 pm)

- Ian Tamblyn is an award-winning singer/songwriter, musician, and producer.
He has been a working musician since 1972, writing hundreds of songs, writing fourteen plays and over one hundred theatre soundtracks. Performed at Watson's Mill in September 2018.
- More about Ian Tamblyn
- Website: www.tamblyn.com
- Tickets
- Watson's Mill, 613-692-6455, email
- More about Ian Tamblyn
Sneezy Waters Wed. Sept. 23, 2020
5525 Music Series: Watson's Mill, 5525 Dickinson St.
Concert 7:30 pm (open 7 pm)

- Sneezy Waters (aka Peter Hodgson) started performing folk music in coffee houses, primarily Cafe Le Hibou still in his teens. He also performed in groups, including Nev and Pete (with Neville Wells), The Children (with Sandy Crawley, Chris Anderson, Neville Wells, Bruce Cockburn), A Rosewood Daydream (with Susan Jains).
The Great Sneezy Waters and His Excellent Band toured for many years across Canada. From 1977 until 1992, Sneezy starred in the title role in Hank Williams – the Show He Never Gave in more than 800 performances across Canada, the United States and Europe. In a film version of the play, Sneezy won the Best Actor Award in the 3e Festival du Film Musical in Grenoble, France. The film was nominated for Best Country Motion Picture in the 19th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards. Sneezy Waters performed at the NAC’s Fourth Stage and other local venues to sold out shows, featuring The Very Fine Band (Dave Bignell and Vince Halfhide – guitars; Ed Bimm – keyboards; Ann Downey – upright bass; and Peter Beaudoin – drums), playing a wide range of music genres. This band formed the basis for The Marvellous!- Website: www.sneezywaters.com
- Tickets
- Watson's Mill, 613-692-6455, email
- Website: www.sneezywaters.com
Jabbour Sat. Oct. 2, 2020
Manotick United Church, 5567 Manotick Main St.
Concert 7:30 pm (open 7 pm)
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- Tickets: $20, reserved seats $30,
10-17 yrs $10, kids free- 613-898-3684
- Harmony Concerts (tickets)
- This contemporary roots band from Quebec performs an eclectic mix of music. A love of musical collaboration, Cajun music and travel brought them together. These talented high-energy musicians bridge gaps and draw parallels between the musical genres that inspire their own songwriting. From Guillaume Jabbour’s roots in chansonniers music from Québéc and France, to Bill Collier’s work as a musician collaborating with many of the east coast’s finest singers and songwriters, to Bill Gossage’s musical culture that draws upon deep roots in the Irish fiddle vernacular, and finally to Carl Rufh's bass work with some of Canada's well known blues acts, Jabbour is a contemporary roots band. Having played in various musical projects (Grouyan Gombo, Les Flâneurs, Dave Gossage, La montagne secrète, The Durham County Poets), they combined their creative abilities forming a project focused on original works. Their album Saint Bernard has 14 songs in french and english.
- Tickets: $20, reserved seats $30,
CANCELLED: NQ Arbuckle Fri. Oct. 23, 2020
Manotick United Church, 5567 Manotick Main St.
7:30 pm (open 7 pm)
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- Small Halls Concerts - NQ Arbuckle
- Tickets: $56.50 (min. 2, max. 8 in advance only)
Groups will be seated together, 2 metres from other groups. More info- This band has earned multiple Juno nominations, considerable critical praise (Pitchfork, Globe and Mail, Toronto Star), and a legion of rabid fans.
- Website: www.nqarbuckle.ca
- Small Halls Concerts - NQ Arbuckle
CANCELLED: Kelly Prescott Sat. Oct. 24, 2020
Manotick United Church, 5567 Manotick Main St.
7:30 pm
(open 7 pm)
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- Small Halls Concerts
- Kelly Prescott
- Opener: Jessica Mitchell
- Tickets: $45.20 (min. 2, max. 8 in advance only)
Groups will be seated together, 2 metres from other groups. More info- “Love Wins” is a new album from third-generation singer-songwriter Prescott. She returns to her roots with the sounds and styles that she loves, delivering a collection of songs that are contemplative and masterfully highlight her soulful vocals. The album has just received a CCMA Award nomination for “Roots Album of the Year” and CMAO nomination for "Roots Artist of the Year". With her musical family (Tracy Brown & Prescott), she recently made her impressive Grand Ole Opry debut as guests of Terri Clark. She last performed in Manotick with her former band The Claytones.
- Website: www.kellyprescottmusic.com
- Opener: Jessica Mitchell
CANCELLED: Great Lake Swimmers Sun. Oct. 25, 2020
Manotick United Church, 5567 Manotick Main St.
7:30 pm (doors 7 pm)
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Great Lake Swimmers
- SOLD OUT: Tickets $50.85 (min. 2, max. 8 in advance only)
Groups will be seated together, 2 metres from other groups. More info- Led by singer-songwriter Tony Dekker, this group has established itself as an indie folk act. The CBC has called them “a national treasure” with a sound that is at once familiar and distinct, using the tools of folk music. The latest release, “The Waves, The Wake” includes new sounds such as harp, lute, pipe organ, woodwinds, congas and marimbas, alongside the more familiar banjo, piano, and 12-string electric guitar. Great Lake Swimmers have been nominated twice for Juno Awards, have been shortlisted for the prestigious Polaris Prize, and won a Canadian Indie Award for "Favourite Folk/Roots Artist/Group".
- Website: www.greatlakeswimmers.com
- SOLD OUT: Tickets $50.85 (min. 2, max. 8 in advance only)
CANCELLED: Catherine MacLellan Fri. Nov. 13, 2020
Manotick United Church, 5567 Manotick Main St.
7:30 pm - 9 pm

- Tickets $15 - $20:
www.harmonyconcerts.ca
Eml: info@harmonyconcerts.ca
Tel: 613-898-3684Catherine MacLellan, one of Canadian folk music’s true gems, wrote and produced her seventh album Coyote in 2019 at her home studio in PEI. It's a travelogue through heartbreak, loss and the joy of life.
Acclaim for Catherine’s own songwriting reached new levels, winning the 2015 Juno Award for her standout album, The Raven’s Sun with long-time collaborator, Chris Gauthier. Catherine has also been recognized with multiple East Coast Music Awards, Canadian Folk Music Awards, and Music PEI Awards.
Catherine took time from her own songwriting to celebrate her late legendary father, Gene MacLellan, who wrote many hit songs including Snowbird by Anne MurrayMurray, and Put Your Hand in the Hand by Ocean. She recording the album, If It’s Alright With You: The Songs of Gene MacLellan; produced a stage show by the same name; and an award winning documentary, The Song and the Sorrow.
- Website: www.catherinemaclellan.com
Celebrate! Holidays of the Global Village Dec. 13, 2020
Manotick United Church, 5567 Manotick Main St.
Sat. 2 - 3:30 pm

- Tickets $10/$15/$40 family: www.harmonyconcerts.ca
Eml: info@harmonyconcerts.ca
Tel: 613-898-3684Chris McKhool performs his interactive and playful musical performance of holiday traditions from around the world with songs of Christmas, Carnival, Chanukah, Chinese New Year, Diwali, Eid, Kwanzaa Ramadan, Indigenous traditions and Winter Solstice.
Hailed as a children's musical star (National Post) and Canada’s greatest eco-troubadour for young people, Chris McKhool has reached over 1 million children live in concert, winning 3 USA Parents’ Choice Awards, 3 Canadian Folk Music Awards and a JUNO Award nomination. He also won Best Children’s Entertainer at the Festivals & Events Ontario Awards, a Green Toronto Award of Excellence, an Environment Canada Action Award and the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal for his commitment to multicultural and environmental issues through music. He also created the World’s Largest Bicycle Bell Ensemble in Canada!
"I was impressed by his musical virtuosity and personal appeal" said the late legend, Ernie Coombs (Mr. Dressup)
CANCELLED: Celtic Music at the Swan
- When: 1st Wednesdays of most months, 7:30 pm to closing
- 2020 Dates: Jan. 2, Feb. 5, *Mar. 11, *Apr. 1, *May 6, *June 3, *July 1, *Aug. 5, *Sep. 2, *Oct. 7, *Nov. 4, *Dec. 2 (* cancelled)
- Where: The Swan on the Rideau, 2730 River Rd.
- Come for dinner Stay for the music No cover Reservations recommended
- 2020 Dates: Jan. 2, Feb. 5, *Mar. 11, *Apr. 1, *May 6, *June 3, *July 1, *Aug. 5, *Sep. 2, *Oct. 7, *Nov. 4, *Dec. 2 (* cancelled)