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The Victoria Folk Music Society acknowledges with respect and gratitude the Coast Salish People upon whose traditional territories we live, work, and play. We honour and give special thanks to the Lekwungen and Saanich peoples, also called the Songhees, Esquimalt, Tsartlip, Pauquachin, Tsawout and Tseycum First Nations. |
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Jul 06 Q Brooke Bachand | ||||||||||||||||||
![]() Formerly Qristina Brooke Bachand, Q is a consummate performer! Their contagious energy and love of Folk and Celtic music is always at the forefront, moving audiences with energetic and spirited performances which showcase their love of fiddling, song, and story-sharing. Q has studied classical violin; however, it’s their fiddle skills that have always truly shone! Receiving numerous regional, national, and international fiddle awards and scholarships, Q also graduated with First Class Honours from the University of Limerick with an MA in traditional Irish Music Performance. In recent years Q has blossomed and grown into their (nonbinary) gender identity and life’s purpose. Singing Phil Ochs- and Dick Gaughan-inspired rebel ballads and folk songs interspersed with rip-roaring fiddle tunes, Q’s performances will equally inspire as well as bring you to tears or have you clapping along and stomping your feet! | ||||||||||||||||||
Jul 13 Big Dirty Boots | ||||||||||||||||||
![]() Big Dirty Boots brings together a harmony-driven blend of West Coast Country and Folk music. Known for their dynamic chemistry rooted in childhood friendship, BDB engages audiences no matter the size and they’re always fan favourites at festivals and folk clubs. The Boots’ music is built around original songs performed on guitar and mandolin with with Kaj Falch-Nielsen and Tad Ruszel sharing the lead vocals and Dave Peters supporting on the bass and cello. Big Dirty Boots were finalists for the Georgia Straight’s “Best of Vancouver 2023” and have dozens of ‘sync placements’ in film and television from their 2013 debut album. With the first singles out from the upcoming album, ‘Heartbreak and Fairytales’, there is plenty of buzz and fans are excited for the full double-album arriving in 2025. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jul 20 Katie Sontag | ||||||||||||||||||
![]() Katie Sontag is a singer-songwriter and song leader based out of Eugene, OR. Described as “transcendental indie folk”, Katie’s songs are moving and insightful, creating a musical landscape that is uplifting, nurturing, and meaningful. Her songs range from lighthearted and silly (poking fun at herself as a scatterbrained new mother) to deep and vulnerable (the everyday grief of being human) and often triumph with an important truth that we all need to be reminded of—including her! Katie’s voice is authentic and her vibrato is reminiscent of Joan Baez, pulling the listener into her intimate and truthful lyrics while her acoustic guitar accents her melodic lines. Katie’s music has been described as “a big hug”. At her concerts, you will laugh, cry, make new friends, and feel better than when you came! | ||||||||||||||||||
Jul 27 The Hounds of Cuchulain | ||||||||||||||||||
![]() The Hounds of Cuchulain are a seven-piece band from Victoria, BC, delivering vibrant performances steeped in Irish, Scottish, English, and original folk music. Inspired by legends like The Dubliners, The Pogues, The Irish Rovers, The Corries, and The Chieftains, their dynamic shows feature lively dance tunes, historical ballads, engaging stories, and enchanting melodies. The group is comprised of Wolf Edwards on lead vocals and guitar; Madeleine Townley on tin whistle, Irish harp, and vocals; Briana Kennedy on fiddle and vocals; Dexter Simpson on Irish tenor banjo; Benjamin Garrison on mandolin and vocals; Jeff Feltmate on fiddle and bodhrán; and Craig Frew. With a dedication to sharing their music across diverse communities, the Hounds have captivated audiences across 300+ stages and released three albums, including a recent collection of original compositions. | ||||||||||||||||||
VFMS Features:Sundays in June, July and August 2025 — Jun 01 Illiteratty Jun 08 Moranz & Fremlin Jun 15 Bryan Bowers Jun 22 Multi-feature: Mark Wonneck; Shelby Marquette; The Triple Standards Jun 29 Virgo Rising Jul 06 Q Brooke Bachand Jul 13 Big Dirty Boots · · · Jul 20 Katie Sontag Jul 27 The Hounds of Cuchulain Aug 03 C L O S E D ! ! Aug 10 Chris Chandler Aug 17 The McMillan’s Camp Boys Aug 24 JES (Jane Slemon, Ellen van der Hoeven & Susan Larkin) Aug 31 Multi-Feature: Kilt & Kimono; Wayward Sirens; Lonnie Glass & Cameron Schaefer ![]() Previous Folk Club Features![]() Listed by date, one year of VFMS Feature Acts per webpage: ![]() The Calendar…![]() ... 2025 ... January February March Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa 1 2 3 4 1 1 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 26 27 28 29 30 31 23 24 25 26 27 28 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 April May June Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 27 28 29 30 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 29 30 ▶︎ July August September Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 ▶︎13 14 15 16 17 18 19 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 27 28 29 30 31 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 28 29 30 31 October November December Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa 1 2 3 4 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 26 27 28 29 30 31 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 28 29 30 31 30 ... ![]() |
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