POLKY Eastern European Band
Toronto's Polky band, created by courageous Polish ladies to share their passion for Eastern European music's enigmatic and upbeat style. They take you on a musical journey to Poland, the melting pot of Eastern and Central Europe, with Ukrainian, Jewish, and Slovak musical influences!
PULKES Balkan-Klezmer Party with Super Krystal
Caravan World Rhythms & the Chutzpah Festival present a festive evening of Balkan-Klezmer music featuring Israel band Pulkes, on their first Canadian tour. Opening for Pulkes is Vancouver's indie-Balkan-surf-psychedelia band Super Krystal. Join us for a raucous, danceable evening!
LES ARRIVANTS – Victoria Show
Montreal's Les Arrivants blend Arabic, Persian and Argentine Tango into a fresh and thrilling form of contemporary global music.
Les Arrivants – Vancouver Show
Montreal's Les Arrivants blend Arabic, Persian and Argentine Tango into a fresh and thrilling form of contemporary global music.
SAFA & The Marrow: Persian & Jazz Improvisations
An Engaging Evening of Persian, Jazz, and Improvised Music featuring two of Vancouver's innovative and engaging world-jazz ensembles: SAFA and The Marrow, with special guest Fathieh Honari.
MONTREAL GUITAR TRIO
Described by the CBC as the “hottest” guitar ensemble in Canada, MG3 has quickly established itself as a force to be reckoned with, as well as an interactive force in various musical forms. The brilliant guitarists Sébastien Deshaies, Glenn Lévesque and Marc Morin present a vibrant tribute to the music of Ennio Morricone,
Balinese Gamelan Gita Asmara Extravaganza
Caravan World Rhythms presents, in collaboration with Gamelan Gita Asmara, presents two days of shimmering and mesmerizing music and dance from Bali and beyond! The evening will be co-directed by Balinese artist-in-residence Putu Swaryandana, and will be joined by acclaimed Balinese dancer Shoko Yamamuro. Music groups Only a Visitor and Zhambai Trio will open the show each day.
JEREMY LEDBETTER – Latin Jazz Trio
Forged in a cauldron of raging, inspiring contemporary jazz, the Jeremy Ledbetter Trio features three Canadian virtuosos — pianist and bandleader Jeremy Ledbetter, drummer Larnell Lewis (Snarky Puppy), and bassist Rich Brown — at the absolute top of their game. Ledbetter’s compositions for the trio format push the boundaries of jazz and world music, and provide an undiluted display of the astonishing musicianship of the Trio’s members.
OKAN – Free Artist Talk and Demo
OKAN's leading female member Elisabeth and Magdelys will host a free artist talk during their stay in Victoria. They will speak both about their musical journeys, as well their personal ones, addressing various cultural and social issues.
OKAN – AfroCuban Jazz
Juno award winners OKAN from Cuba/Toronto return to Victoria on their latest tour in BC. Taking their name from the word for heart or soul in the Afro-Cuban religion of Santeria, OKAN fuses Afro-Cuban roots with jazz, folk and global rhythms in songs about immigration, bravery and love.
AFRO-CUBAN & LATIN JAZZ FEST: Okan & Jeremy Ledbetter Trio
Caravan World Rhythms hosts 3 evening of exciting Afro-Cuban & Latin Jazz music with two of Canada’s top group based out of Toronto. The Juno award winners OKAN Afro-Cuban Ensemble, the Jeremy Ledbetter Latin Jazz Trio, and special guest local superstar pianist Pablo Cardenas. Single Night and Group packages available! Join us for festive weekend of great music!
ZAKIR HUSSAIN Masters of Percussion
Zakir Hussain Masters of Percussion make a long-awaited return to Vancouver with another spectacular line-up of diverse Indian and non-Indian musicians, including Sabir Khan, Tupac Mantilla, Melissa Hié, and Navin Sharma.
DAKHABRAKHA – Victoria Show
DakhaBrakha is world music quartet from Kyiv, Ukraine. Reflecting fundamental elements of sound and soul, Ukrainian “ethno-chaos” band DakhaBrakha, create a world of unexpected new music.
DAKHABRAKHA from Ukraine – Vancouver show
From Ukraine, Dakhabrakha's astonishingly powerful vocal range, beautifully intricate traditional attire, and theatrical flair come together to craft an unforgettable musical experience rooted in Ukrainian culture.
DEREK GRIPPER – African Guitar
Derek Gripper is known for his groundbreaking technique for evoking the West African kora on the guitar. He is a composer and arranger and tours globally playing with many of the world's greats in the world’s most prestigious halls.
AFRICAN GUITAR – Artist Talk and Workshop with Derek Gripper
Join us for a Free Artist talk and Workshop with South African musician and innovator Derek Gripper, who has developed a technique to play West African Kora/harp music on classical guitar.