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A big Thank You out to all performers who jumped up on stage for Canada Day 2011!
Showcased online until next year rolls around, behold the 2011 lineup...
 | Adrian Tryssenaar Performing as a 1950s-1970s Elvis tribute artist, this year marks his 50th year singing. His particular brand
of Elvis-ittude has garnered winning or placement in several competitions, including finalist in the 2004 Penticton Elvis Festival. |
 | Bill Vollrath Bill has been involved in the music scene in Kitimat since his arrival. Once owner of the iconic "Bill's Guitar Shop", he now offers lessons from his home studio. He shall perform solo pop music armed with man's true best friend; his guitar. Not to mention Lane Vilness as well. |
 | "The No-Name Band" Bringing together musicians that are old hat to the music business, enjoy the rock and country stylings of Susie Smeaders on vocals, Edwin Empinado on the keys, Ruel Pangan on bass, Johnny Cabral on drums, and James Marcial on guitar. |
 | Five Alive Having played together for 1½ years, Five Alive already has a respectable level of public appearance experience. Membership includes Zach Marleau on lead vocals & rhythm guitar, Cameron Lutz on lead guitar & backup vocals, Tyler Bachmann on bass, and Koltan McCarthy on drums, all playing alternative rock & acoustic pieces. |
 | Owls in the Family Prepare yourself for an hour of solid rock as Owls et al plays us into the fireworks. Featuring Calvin Lechner on keyboard/guitar/vocals, Andrew Murphy on drums, Andrew Bennett on vocals, Travis Lechner on guitar/vocals, Devon Turner on bass, and Josh Marsh on vocals/guitar. |
 | "The Song of Youth" A Chinese tambourine dance from the province of Xing-Jiang, China, the lyrics remind one of one's limited youth, and thus how precious it is. Watch the performance of Unity Kukulies, Olivia Feldhoff, Christine Ferreira, Elizabeth Fialho, and Melissa Yeoh, all members of this young dance troupe, step out their presentation with practiced care. |
 | Spirit of the Kitlope Founded in the early 90s, the group has grown to count roughly 40 people as members at any one time, 75% of which are children and youth of the Haisla Nation. Experience the Haisla First Nation's culture through the dances, drumming, and songs of this practiced group. |
 | Scarlett Fever Having been playing together for a solid year, this band is seriously looking to break into the music business. Featuring Branden Webber on bass/vocals, Zakk Hall on guitar/vocals, Warren Campbell on guitar, and Colton Szmata on the drums. They'll be playing alternative rock, sans screaming. |
 | The Filcan Trio Featuing Alyssa Pangan, Jaime Marcial, and M. J. Herrin performing two songs for their audience. Listen in for "Jar of Hearts" and "ET". |
 | Katherine Ocsovai Katherine is a song singin', karate kick swingin', fast swimmin' 12 year old fresh out of grade 6 at St. Anthony's. Not only that, she's also a fundraiser for World Vision. This repeat performer will be signing a good few songs for her audience. |
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For the Pacific Northwest,
Kitimat
has always been the
focal point of July 1st celebrations. Join
us in the
many events leading up to July 1st as we celebrate
Canada's 144th Birthday!

Mailing address:
Festivals Kitimat
PO Box 62
Kitimat, BC V8C 2G6 |
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