Entertainment
We are excited to once again provide live entertainment for the 2024 market season. Listed below are the musical acts for this season.
chad wenzel
July 19 and August 30 Chad Wenzel lives in Toronto, but has been a Georgian Bay cottager his entire life. He has been playing music live for over 30 years, mostly playing acoustic bass as a sideman for jazz, blues, folk, pop and east coast celtic groups. During the COVID pandemic however, he reinvented himself as a singer-songwriter and fingerstyle guitarist. He performs originals and covers in the “North Americana” roots/folk/country style, and is currently working on recording his first album of original material. In the meantime, you can listen on social media: @chadwenzelmusic
Emma Clendenan
August 23 Raised in Port Carling, Ontario, singer-songwriter Emma Clendenan has been entertaining local audiences at a variety of venues and events in and around Muskoka since 2014. Her musical repertoire is diverse and spans several generations of music, with creative influence by artists such as Ed Sheeran, Jim Cuddy/Blue Rodeo, and Taylor Swift. With her debut EP "Say It's Me" released on all music platforms in February 2022, Emma’s unique sound and selection of music lends itself to both public and private events as she continues to play, write for, and entertain audiences of all ages.
Tobin Spring
July 5 and August 2. Tobin Spring has been entertaining crowds around Muskoka for the past 15 years. His large repertoire of songs enables him to bring the right vibe to every event. Whether it’s getting the dace-floor rocking, or setting a laid-back mood, Tobin is always a great fit!
Sean Cotton
June 28 and July 26. Sean Cotton, who plays guitar as well as sings, manages percussions using his guitar case. He describes his music as having a 70s feel from the stylings of greats, such as Bill Withers, Van Morrison and Waylon Jennings. Sean moved up to the area four years ago after living in Toronto and working as a full-time touring musician.
Sully Burrows
July 12. Sully Burrows, a rising talent in the world of country music hailing from Parry Sound, Ontario. On the heels of his eighteenth birthday, Burrows’ thoughtful lyrics and soulful melodies are capturing the hearts of country fans across Canada and beyond. When writing his own songs, Sully draws inspiration from his upbringing in Parry Sound, Burrows connects with listeners on a deep and meaningful level, sharing personal struggles and moments of reflection with honesty and vulnerability.
Northern Lights Steel Drum Orchestra
August 9 Northern Lights Steel Drum Orchestra is one of the largest steelpan groups in North America. The Northern Lights Steel Orchestra is a non-profit organization with the simple goal of promoting the steelpan art form.
Karla Crawford and Glenn Bladon
August 16 Karla Crawford is an interactive singer/songwriter and entertainer. 7 years ago she teamed up with Glenn Bladon, the Musical Director for the long-running stage show at Deerhurst Resort. Together as their duo, through beautiful harmonies and collaborations, they sing legendary covers and introduce original songs and stories that captivate audiences all over.