Redefining Diversity COMMUNITY
Washington Park Place II & III Ballroom
Moderator: Michelle Conceison (Market Monkeys) Panelists: Irish Mythen (Artist), Kaia Kater (Artist), Leyla McCalla (Artist), Mia Dyson (Artist), Quique Escamilla (Artist) What do songs tell us about people and society today? Should we rise up singing again? Lyrics have always been a way to express social and political commentary. This panel, open to everyone, will be a wide ranging conversation not just acknowledging the continued struggles related to youth, gender, sexuality, and race in the folk community and industry, but discussing how the arts can lead the way in fostering and embracing diversity.
4pm - 5pm Keynote Speaker - Judy Collins
Century C Ballroom
Keynote address to begin following the Artist in Residency Program - Joe Crookston partnering with the The National WWI Museum and Memorial.
DAY SCHEDULE
There’s more to this panel than just than the fastest routes between Thunder Bay and Winnipeg -- join us for a smart and savvy overview of information essential for anyone planning to work or tour in Canada. Topics will include business norms, booking cycles, industry associations, conferences, venues, festivals, and other key information and must do’s to help you avoid pitfalls in the true north strong and free.
5pm - 6pm Reception Hosted by “I’ll Fly Away” Foundation celebrating the 110th birthday of Albert E. Brumley
Century Foyer
10:30pm - 4am Late Night Instrument Check
Room 706
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