Gibson Martin & I is a bluegrass band from Thunder Bay that has been picking and singing for 40 years. They are ambassadors of bluegrass having performedacross the Northwest, in Manitoba and across the Midwestern United States. The band includes Ken Jacobson on fiddle, Bob Balabuck on banjo and mandolin, Jamie Gerow on guitar, and Don McCutchon on bass.
	Arden Bruyere Probably one of the hardest working Buskers you will ever meet. He is a prominent and welcoming face at the Thunder Bay Country Market.
	Brule Creek - Unconfirmed
	Thunder Grass We love to play Bluegrass, Old Country and Folk music!
	Billy & Jimmy If you have been to the Vickers Heights Community Centre for any of the Wedensday evening Jam and Dance sessions, you may have seen this group.
	Tbay Trad - Unconfirmed
	Pintail - Unconfirmed Pintail is a tight-knit four-piece bluegrass band from Thunder Bay, Ontario. Their sound is a blend of traditional bluegrass, infused with elements of classic country and a touch of jazz. Pintail's goal is to honour the past bluegrass masters while pushing the boundaries of the genre. The band consists of Kyle Shushack (guitar and vocals), Ben Bohémier (mandolin and vocals), Dan Campbell (banjo) and Jennifer Swistun (bass and vocals).
	Martan Blanchet and friends - Unconfirmed

Coral Group Challenge

We are inviting area choirs to participate in a Gospel Song Challenge in the upcoming Bluegrass Festival at Camp Duncan.

The challenge is to perform 3 pieces of music one from each of the following categories:

• Gospel:  Traditional bluegrass gospel, which is a staple of the genre.
• Protest & Social Justice Songs:  Historic folk-based songs that speak to social movements, often featuring themes of unity or struggle.
• Singer-Songwriter:  Contemporary pieces that have a folk feel, such as "The River" by Susan LaBarr. 

For further information click link: Gospel-Challenge