Reuben and the Dark

By Troy Gillard

Alberta Spotlight initiative

Online concert series shines light on Alberta musicians

Jun 9, 2020 | 5:55 PM

Alberta Spotlight is a weekly online concert series featuring Alberta musicians.

In a release, the provincial government says funding is going directly to Alberta artists who will be performing, many of whom have lost income due to cancelled performances because of necessary public health measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

“Music can bring us together as a community and lift our spirits. Alberta Spotlight online concerts will certainly bring moments of joy as we relaunch. This is a prime opportunity for us to show our support for rising music stars in our province,” says Leela Aheer, Alberta’s Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women.

Alberta musicians Nuela Charles, Reuben and the Dark, and Ariane Mahrÿke Lemire will launch the Alberta Spotlight series on June 11, at 4:30 p.m.

“The Alberta Spotlight series will be a positive step towards alleviating some of the financial stress faced by artists in the music sector,” says Carly Klassen, executive director, Alberta Music. “It’s wonderful that we’re able to acknowledge Alberta artists and their contribution to our collective well-being, shine the spotlight on them and say thank you.”

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Artists will perform in their own homes and studios with concerts available online at ckua.com/albertaspotlight.

Each concert will feature up to five artists and run weekly throughout the summer. Musicians can apply to perform through albertamusic.org. From folk to rap, Albertans will have a variety of music genres to enjoy throughout the series. Fans will also have the ability to tip performers.

Other artists are invited to apply to be part of Alberta Spotlight. Those selected will receive a $1,000 grant to create a 3-song, pre-recorded, high-quality video to be shared as part of the Alberta Spotlight online series.

To see the full requirements and how to apply, visit albertamusic.org/programs/alberta-spotlight/