Hi Everyone, We are very happy to say that Registration for Music Camp 2018 is officially OPEN! We’ll be releasing a variety of information about Camp in the coming weeks and months so stay tuned. To find the latest news and updates, come back here or visit us on Facebook. We are looking very forward […]
Adrean Farrugia Returning to Music Camp!
We are really happy to be welcoming Adrean Farrugia back to Music Camp this year!! We haven’t stopped smiling since meeting and working with him last year! He is not only an award winning pianist and composer, but one of Canada’s most distinct voices on the piano. He comes from the world of Jazz and […]
Pierre Schryer Coming to Music Camp!
We are thrilled to say that Pierre Schryer is coming to Music Camp this year! We’ve known Pierre for years as he and his siblings (Louis, Daniel, Julie, and Raymond) attended the same fiddling and step dancing contests that we did as young children. (Yes, the same Louis Schryer who has been with our Camp […]
John Doyle Coming to Camp!
We are extremely excited to be welcoming John Doyle to Music Camp this year!! Name many of the most notable recordings and/or performers in Irish music and it’s a fair bet that John had something to do with them. Liz Carroll; Eileen Ivers; Karan Casey; Solas; Michael Black; Mary Black; the trio of McCusker, McGoldrick and […]
William Lamoureux is coming to Camp!!
We are very excited to be welcoming William Lamoureux to Music Camp this year! William is originally from Gatineau, Québec, but now resides in Toronto, Ontario. Whether he’s playing in a classical orchestra, a rock or a country band, in a world music or jazz ensemble, William stands out for his remarkable stage presence, his […]
Troy MacGillivray is coming to Music Camp!
We are very excited to say that Troy MacGillivray is coming to Music Camp!! Raised in Lanark, Nova Scotia, Troy has a musical prowess that can be attributed to an especially rare combination of commitment and bloodline. He has a roots-centered approach to his fiddling and piano playing that inspires audiences far and wide. You […]
Music Camp 2017 – Registration Open
Hi Everyone, Registration for Music Camp 2017 is officially OPEN! We will be making some exciting announcements in the coming weeks and months so please stay tuned!! We are very excited about Camp this year so hopefully, many of you can join us. To find the latest news and updates about all things Camp, come […]
Music Camp 2017
Greetings from Lakefield! We hope this message finds everyone ready for Christmas…only 17 days left! We just wanted to pass on a few notes and updates about Music Camp 2017. This year Camp will run from July 2nd – July 6th. Plans are well underway so look for registration to open in early January. As […]
“Making Music Possible” – D’Addario Foundation
Ever since we started Music Camp, D’Addario has been with us as one of our sponsors and greatest supporters. Anyone who has been to the Camp will have seen or received some of the many gifts and awards that they have given us over the years. Not only are their strings and musical accessories second […]
Music Camp Events – Limited Tickets Available
We are happy to announce that a limited number of tickets will be made available for people to attend four different events at Music Camp. Each event takes place on a different night and will be located in different areas on the beautiful Lakefield College School Campus. Tickets can be purchased online at http://leahymusiccamp.ca/shop/. Tickets […]
Andy Webster is coming to Camp!
For several years now, we have admired the musical talents of Andy Webster. Originally from Scotland, he moved to Canada in 2005 and now lives in Nova Scotia’s Annapolis Valley with his wife and four children. He has collaborated and shared his musical expertise with us over the years and currently teaches guitar to two […]
Scott Lake – Audio Engineer Extraordinaire!
For more than 12 years, we’ve had the privilege of working with ‘studio wizard’ and ‘recording aficionado’, Scott Lake. He is one of the most proficient and experienced engineer’s in the industry today. A true master of his craft, Scott is a walking encyclopedia when it comes to anything related to the world of music, […]
The Amazing Gary Atkins!
For the fifth year in a row, Gary Atkins will be returning to Camp and we couldn’t be happier! Ever since we first met Gary, he has amazed us……not just because he knows soooo much about music, technology, computer programming, and guitars, but because of his uncanny ability to inspire people and unlock their creative […]
World Renowned ‘Remenyi House of Music’ With Us Again This Year
We are very happy to tell you that Michael and Rosa Remenyi, Peter Farrell, and Istvan Jasco from Remenyi House of Music will be returning to Camp again this year. They have been with us since the beginning (eleven years) and we are so honoured! Their expertise and knowledge is invaluable…..we can’t wait for everyone […]
Welcome Back Louis Schryer!
He is a fiddler extraordinaire whose passion for music pours out every time he plays. Anyone who knows Louis Schryer, knows this very well! Louis Schryer, is one of Canada’s most respected fiddle players. As a performer, recording artist, composer, and teacher, he lives a very musical life. We first came to know him at […]
A Teaser and a Taste….
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Don Sills To Lead Vocal Program
We are very excited to be welcoming Don Sills back to Camp this year! Don made his first trip to Lakefield in 2012 and shared his expertise in vocal technique and choral singing. His classes were a gift to every who attended; his ability to inspire, educate, and develop aspiring vocalists left a lasting impression […]
Chrissy Crowley is coming to Camp!
We are thrilled to tell you that Chrissy Crowley is coming back to Music Camp! She was with us for the first time last year and left a tremendous impact on everyone. As a Canadian fiddler with a firm foundation in the traditional music of Cape Breton and the irrepressible curiosity of an artist driven […]
School of Traditional Music and Dance in Elora!
Look at what’s happening in Elora!! A very exciting project is underway…..(VERY EXCITING)! It’s a fantastic initiative that you’ll want to learn about and get behind. Take a moment and visit the School of Traditional Music and Dance (STMD). In short, there is a proposal in motion to open a new School of Traditional Music […]
Meet Timi Turmel……he’s coming to Lakefield!
It wasn’t long after hearing Timi play that we started inviting him to house parties and various performances so that we could continue to share in his infectious music and incredible talent on the button accordion. We are really excited that he is finally coming to teach at Music Camp. We can’t wait for everyone […]