Shelley & Doug Thorsteinson are a versatile Vancouver Island-based musical duo known for their warm harmonies, engaging stage presence, and multi-instrumental talents. Blending Folk, Pop, and Celtic influences, they create a rich and varied sound that appeals to a wide range of audiences. Their performances feature acoustic guitars and low-D whistle, bringing a unique and memorable element to their shows. Whether performing in intim­ate coffee shops, at community events and special occasions, or at larger venues as Shelley, Doug & Friends, they deliver music with authenticity, humour, and a genuine connection to their audience! With a growing YouTube presence showcasing both live and recorded performances, Shelley & Doug continue to build a loyal following across the region. Check out their channel – youtube.com/@shelleyanddougthorsteinson924 – and definitely catch their feature at the Folk!

Weaving together styles of Country and Bluegrass with a lifetime of musical influences, Hill 60 is a Cowichan-based acoustic gathering of friends. Harmony singers Heather and Shannon add their gorgeous voices to Eric’s guitar work Angela celebrates the low end on bass, while Andy and his mandolin cover the tunes with a delicious sparkle! Inspired by traditional music and the takes of modern artists in Americana, the band also forges their own path, mixing straightforward Country & Bluegrass tunes with all the sass required to make them pure “Hill 60”. Heartaches find humour, love can be fun, and life itself is a song! The emotional and musical interplay between the members is a joy to hear and see. Hill 60’s goal is to entertain and clearly they have a ton of fun doing it!

Canadian singer-songwriter, veteran performer from street corner to café to concert hall, open-tuning finger-style guitarist extraordinaire, and song-writing machine, Virgil Brown brings his one-man show to the VFMS stage tonight! With a voice that’s been compared to Leonard Cohen and Tom Waits and an easy-going friendly style reminiscent of John Prine, Virgil engages his audience with humour and flair. A superb singer and musician, this wayfaring world traveler will take you on a journey from his rural roots in Canada, all the way to Paris and back again, braiding songs and stories together into a rich, compelling performance. Virgil Brown’s Wildwood Flower One-Man Show is not to be missed! Come, listen, be captivated, and be assured you will sing along. Want a preview? Check out Virgil’s latest album, Banjo Moon, online at virgilbrown.ca

A veteran of the Ottawa music scene, Ray Harris is a prolific singer, songwriter, and storyteller who describes his music as “Ameri-Canadiana”. His songs are finely crafted and he wears his influences on his sleeve – incorporating strong elements of Honky-Tonk, Country, Rockabilly, Folk, and Roots Rock into a distinctly identifiable sound. Ray has released 3 fine albums over the last several years with album #4 in the works. He’s also a musical historian of sorts and over the years has played Bluesfest, CityFolk, and the Gram Parsons Festivals in both Georgia and Nashville. Recently relocated to Victoria, Ray is feeling newly inspired and is getting to know and become part of the vibrant Vancouver Island/West Coast music scene. For tonight’s show he’ll be accompanied by Victoria’s own Mike Sadava on guitar, mandolin, and vocals.

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