2026 Pitch Artists

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  Manitoba Chamber Orchestra

  The Manitoba Chamber Orchestra (MCO) is one of Canada's leading chamber ensembles, known for exceptional musicianship, imaginative programming, and engaging live performances. Based in Winnipeg, the MCO has spent more than 50 years bringing world-class music to audiences across Manitoba and beyond.

  The orchestra collaborates with outstanding Canadian and international artists while championing new music, diverse voices, and innovative concert experiences. MCO performances combine beloved favourites, exciting contemporary works, folk-inspired repertoire, and compelling storytelling, creating concerts that are both artistically rich and widely accessible.

  Audiences can expect an intimate, welcoming experience that brings them closer to the music and musicians. MCO tour concerts are designed to be engaging for devoted music lovers and first-time attendees alike, blending virtuosity, warmth, and moments of surprise. Audiences often describe the experience as inspiring, moving, joyful, and deeply memorable.

  Beyond the stage, the MCO offers school programs, workshops, masterclasses, and community outreach activities tailored to local needs, helping create meaningful connections through live music.

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  Poor Nameless Boy

  As Poor Nameless Boy, Regina-based indie folk artist Joel Henderson brings an intimate, deeply human presence to every stage he steps onto. His mellow yet dynamic sound is personal, speaking honestly about love, life, and our changing hearts in a busy world. Drawing comparisons to a lighter version of Noah Gundersen with the wistful, atmospheric sounds of Gregory Alan Isakov, his music has become a regular feature on SiriusXM's North Americana station.

  This showcase will feature original songs spanning his 15-year career. Emerging from real-life experiences, each song is accompanied by engaging storytelling that invites audiences into his world. Whether performing for intimate listening rooms or festival crowds around the world, solo, with a small ensemble or backed by his full band, Poor Nameless Boy has the rare gift to make audiences laugh, reflect, and sometimes even shed a tear, all in the same evening.

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  John Muirhead

  John Muirhead is a Toronto-based troubadour crafting big-hearted indie-folk songs for dreamers, wanderers, and hopeless romantics.

  From fingerpicked confessionals to foot-stomping, full-band singalongs, John's award-winning songs have connected with listeners around the world. With over 100,000 fans on social media, over 5 million Spotify streams, and 13 million+ TikTok views, John is building a vibrant community rooted in story, sincerity, and connection.

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  Sitruc James

  The Illusionary Magic of Sitruc James is a spectacular family-friendly stage show filled with wonder, laughter, and impossible illusions. Canadian illusionist Sitruc James combines grand-scale magic, audience participation, comedy, and mystery to create an unforgettable entertainment experience for all ages.

  Audiences are amazed by incredible disappearances, mind-bending illusions, and interactive moments that bring the magic to life right before their eyes. With stunning visual effects, engaging storytelling, and plenty of surprises, every performance keeps audiences captivated from beginning to end.

  Perfect for theatres, festivals, corporate events, schools, and community celebrations, The Illusionary Magic of Sitruc James delivers world-class entertainment that sparks imagination and creates lasting memories. More than just a magic show, it is an exciting journey into a world where the impossible becomes possible and anything can happen.

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  Cristian De La Luna

  Cristian de la Luna established himself as a key figure on the Canadian music scene through his notable appearances at major events around the country such as the Edmonton Jazz Festival, Fiestaval, Calgary's Mexifest, as well as the Kaleido, Deep Freeze, and Global Music Festival in Kelowna and Surrey Fusion festival. His versatility has taken him from prestigious venues like the Arden Theatre and Festival Place to the heart of La Cite Francophone, further solidifying his connection with Western Canadian communities.

  This upward trajectory has been marked by prestigious accolades, including the Edmonton Music Prize (2024), the Prix Envol (2023), and an Edmonton Music Award, complemented by numerous high-profile nominations at the Folk Music Awards Canada (2022), the WCMA, Latin Music Canada (2025), and three nominations at the Mayor's Celebration of the Arts in St. Albert.