Harrison Festival - Day One
The morning began with an Acadian Step Dance workshop in the Memorial Hall expertly instructed by the PEI band Gadelle. All along the waterfront stretched the many tents of this years vibrant art market. Artisans from all of BC displayed their unique handmade art and crafts. From jewellery to drums, pottery to organic health and beauty products, this weekend market offers a diverse selection of high quality one of kind finds.
In the early afternoon the beach stage concerts got underway with the first of four free concerts including The Tabla Guy, Gadelle, Shearwater & Chic Gamine. Audience members escaped the heat of the day under the Festival’s staple willow tree and the music from the stage got a number of people on their feet and dancing.
With the cool evening breeze came the sizzling hot rumbas of Poema Flamenco. This Vancouver tablao style troupe is well seasoned in flamenco and gave an intensely rich and authentic performance. The movements of flamenco bailaora Karen Pitkethly mesmerized the crowd with stunning grace and command. If you missed this incredible show, no worries - you can catch this dynamic group in action every Wednesday and Sunday at the Kino Cafe Flamenco Bar in Vancouver.
Tags: art market, Chic Gamine, Concerts, Gadelle, Harrison Festival, Harrison Hot Springs, Poema Flamenco, Shearwater, The Tabla Guy