Opening Gala with Dawn Tyler Watson

Let yourself be carried away by Dawn Tyler Watson’s deep, soulful voice. A JUNO Award winner, six-time Maple Blues Award recipient, International Blues Challenge winner, and one of Canada’s most celebrated blues and jazz voices, Dawn will be joined by exceptional guest artists for a rich and varied program spanning classical music, jazz, blues, bossa nova, and beyond. Alongside Dawn, who will perform selections from her new album as well as audience favourites, the evening will also shine a spotlight on inspiring emerging talents, including a winner of the Canadian Music Competition. Be surprised and mesmerized by this exciting program full of contrasts, colours, and emotion–an unforgettable celebration of women in music.