Community showcase
get to know the performers
Alphonse Joseph
Alphonse Joseph originally from Cape Breton Island, steeped in a traditional family music-oriented family
Began playing guitar at 12 years old, and never stopped as music provided a great sense of peace and security. Move to Kimberly British Columbia found a place that was as friendly and welcoming as my homeland of Cape Breton. Needless to say, I stayed where work was good and music became an each and every day part of my life, even into retirement. Playing a wide variety of music where I get write lots of my own tunes. I find something to be grateful for each and every day, and work towards kindness giving and receiving.
Douglas francis mitchell
Douglas Francis Mitchell has written over 125 songs on guitar and banjo, including songs for the Council of Canadians, the Ktunaxa Nation, and BiketoworkBC. His songs have aired on CBC Toronto, Regina, Kelowna, and Victoria. He has shared his musical perspectives with audiences from Nashville to Newfoundland, San Antonio to Tofino. Mitchell usually plays with his buddy Wally Smith in The TuneSmiths, but also performs solo for schools, colleges and conferences. His fourth album ‘Kickin’ Round the Kootenays’ was released in the spring of 2023.
strange 2ruth
Aka Sean Hoeksema, a Metis/Nehiyaw(Cree) first nation artist based out of Cranbrook B.C. (The unceded territory of the Ktunaxa)
Originally from Rocky mtn House, Alberta, Strange 2ruth cultivated a contemporary hip hop sound some call old school but like the art form and genre itself, forever evolving.
First hitting the stage in 2012, Sean has had the opportunity to open and even appear on tracks with acts such as, Moka Only, Merkules, Snak the Ripper and more. Plus, even a few local stars like Cranbrooklyn's Maddisun.
"Though personally I think my most notably show opening is probably for Krayzie and Wish Bone of Bonethugs n Harmony... child hood favorites and idols." Big thanks to Isaac Hockley for a few of those, for real.
Strange 2ruth will also have the pleasure of having his DJ, his homie more importantly, NEWMAN aka James Newman, rock with him on the, One's and Twos.
*effective crouch into a bboy stance*
A favorite amongst the East Kootenay DJ world and beyond.
Kimberley Cranbrook Highland dance association
The Kimberley Cranbrook Highland Dance Association exists to encourage dancers of all ages and levels to enjoy learning and performing Highland Dance.We offer classes for all ages starting at 4 to adult. Highland dancing is a solo dance similar to ballet and Irish dance. Highland dancing has much in common with ballet in terms of its technical requirements and the training required for its performance. It takes stamina and arm and leg strength, regardless of the dancer's age. Highland Dance is recognized as a sport by the Sport Council of Canada & Scotland.
At KCHDA, we offer our dancers a quality Highland dance experience and opportunities in all facets of this sport, including fitness, competition, performance, examinations, and a genuine love of dance.The dances themselves promote fitness. Picture a 3-minute flat-out run – now throw on a kilt and a jacket, add some bagpipes, and keep a smile on your face for good measure!
