Singer/songwriter Don Amero, competition drum group Black Bear, critically acclaimed poet Shane Koyczan, country artist Armond Duck Chief, folk music legend Buffy Sainte-Marie, rock star Derek Miller, and innovative cellist Cris Derksen are among the performers announced for JUNOFest 2016 in Calgary, Alberta.
The annual music festival is set for March 31 - April 2 and will feature concerts at 22 venues throughout the city.
JUNOFest is part of the JUNO Week celebrations, running from March 28 - April 3. The event culminates with the 45th annual JUNO Awards, which will be held at the Scotiabank Saddledome on Sunday, April 3 and broadcast live on national television by CTV.
The following artists have been nominated for JUNO Awards in various categories:
The Aboriginal Album of the Year category is sponsored by the Aboriginal Peoples Television Network. The winner will be announced at the JUNO Gala Dinner & Awards on Saturday, April 2.
JUNOFest wristbands are on sale now for $30 (plus tax and service fees). They provide priority access to all participating JUNOFest venues.
For more details about JUNOFest 2016, visit junofest.ca.
For more details about the 45th annual JUNO Awards, visit junoawards.ca.
Read the full article at sakihiwe.ca.
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