Singer-Songwriter Series
Starting October 30th! Thrilled to have local PEI solo (or duo! or sometimes with surprise guests!) artists and singer/songwriters in our intimate Lounge space this fall! – book a table and enjoy the music! We open at 5pm, music will start around 7:00pm. Reservations recommended but walk-ins welcome! To reserve a table please call 902-964-2255 or email reservations@harmonyhouspei.com
Friday, October. 30th: Ben Kunder
Friday, November 6th; Jon Rehder
Friday, November 13th; The Trash Bling Sisters (Robin Anne Ettles & Christina Gallant-MacLean)
Friday, November 20th; Luka Hall & Ray Knorr – fiddler sensations!
Saturday, November 21st; Olivia Blacquiere
Friday, November 27th; Dennis Ellsworth
Saturday, November 28th; Brielle Ansems
This is a non-ticketed event. Pay-what-you-can at the door to support our Island artists!
ARTISTS:
PEI based award winning singer-songwriter, composer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Ben Kunder is known for music that captures both the ordinary and extraordinary in luminous, deeply human detail. With three highly acclaimed studio albums and years of international touring and festival appearances, Ben has amassed a devoted following while establishing himself as a sought-after collaborator and live performer. A committed social justice advocate, father to two young kiddos and compassionate member of the human race, Kunder consistently yields exquisite musical insights. He is currently developing a not-for-profit recording studio and retreat space grounded in accessibility, nature, and community, while preparing for the release of his next album, Soft Boy, in 2027.
Jon Rehder is a versatile singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist originally from Montreal who has been happy to call the Island his home since1996. He has won the Stompin’ Tom Award at the ECMA’s and the Doug Riley Award from the PEI Jazz and Blues Festival and played with many of PEI’s singer\songwriters such as Dennis Ellsworth, Amanda Jackson, and Catherine MacLellan as well as with musicians like Chris Gauthier, Reg Ballagh, and Nathan Wiley.
The Trash Bling Sisters are Christina Gallant-MacLean and Robin Anne Ettles. They are neither trashy (debatable) nor blingy nor sisters. Need some 80s and 90s acoustic covers in your life, perhaps along with some incidental humour and kazoo? Here you go. En plus: ce show est somewhat bilingue.
Prince Edward Islander, Olivia Blacquiere has an extraordinary way of captivating audiences with stories told through song. Rooted in the Island’s rich cultural traditions, she draws inspiration from generations of step dancers, storytellers, and musicians who have nurtured her deep connection to music.
For Olivia, music starts at the heart. She was raised where PEI’s rugged red soil meets the gentle stillness of the sea : a place alive with kitchen parties, fiddle tunes, and stories shared from one generation to the next.
Whether lighting up a stage or sharing songs in everyday moments, Olivia embraces the joy of musical expression through her melodies on the piano and guitar, weaving heart and heritage into every note. Her voice carries the soul of her ancestors and the spirit of a new generation, blending timeless tradition with a deeply personal sound.
Dennis Ellsworth
Brielle Ansems is an award winning singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and performer based on Prince Edward Island, Canada. Her indie pop-folk sound is a lyric-centred and emotionally charged experience. Her debut album, This New Hurricane, was released in March 2020 and earned Brielle a total of five 2021 Music PEI Award nominations, taking home Pop Recording of the Year. Brielle’s 2022 sophomore release, Still Awake, was nominated for multiple 2023 Music PEI Awards and spotlights her advocacy for mental wellness.