The Hornby Island Blues Workshop takes place every spring on Hornby Island. Each year they invite a dozen or so of the finest Canadian blues and roots musicians around to share their knowledge and inspiration with some lucky students. We thought - why not catch some of these great players, singers and all-round entertainers, and get them to do a show for us on the way? One of Vancouver's own teams up with three of the best from the rest of Canada. It's a simple but foolproof formula! This is the SIXTH year that we have presented this delightful showcase. Doors 7pm, Show at 8:00

Rick will be playing at the Art Show on Sat. Apr. 27, all the concerts associated with the event, on island and including The Blues Odyssey at Campbell River BC on Sat. May 4. Rick will also present a Blues in the School on Hornby and will be available for individual lessons while on the island. Tickets are already for sale.

Canada’s finest will take you to the crossroads of blues genres as each musician showcases their style and influences while musically supported by the group. A truly unique and inspiring experience for blues and music enthusiasts.

This year’s lineup features:

Alfie Smith Brandon Isaak Chris Nordquist Emily Burgess Ethan Askey Jack de Keyzer Julian Fauth Paul Pigat Rick Fines Russell Jackson Samantha Martin Suzie Vinnick Tim Williams

Presented by Harmony Concerts, here is an excellent opportunity to see Rick with his long-time friend and collaborator Alec Fraser in an afternoon concert! 4 o'clock show! Tickets are $25/$10 youth +HST

We’ve just learned that one of our favourite troubadours, Rick Fines, will be departing for Germany for two years. As an annual performer at the Old Church his absence will leave a big hole in our line up. Typical of Rick’s generosity, he has agreed to fit us in for one more performance prior to his departure. Come out for the show and wish him well.