Private lesson Registration is now open for Fall 2016
01/08/16
Students who are interested in studying fiddle, acoustic guitar or classical violin may register here:
Beyond Trad Music Camp - Building Community Music - Summer 2016
27/01/16
After months of planning, web design, sticky notes covering my office walls and many many emails back and forth I'm excited to announce that I'm part of the team putting on a NEW MUSIC CAMP on Vancouver Island this summer. Its an all ages, acoustic instruments and vocal workshop with an emphasis on building community music. We have a powerhouse team of teachers including Miriam Sonstenes, Amanda Blied & Shanti Bremer of the Sweet Lowdown, Karla Mundy, Jennifer Scott, Christopher Herbst, Steve Charles,  and Anela Kahiamoe. Registration opens February 1st, check out our webpage in the meantime, more updates and class descriptions will be posted as they roll in. Lets make some music this summer! 
​-Ali
Greetings for the Holiday season!
14/12/15
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I'm happy to announce that after two months of tour with the Fugitives in UK/Euro that I will be planting my roots down in the Comox Valley for the coming year. I will still be touring off and on in the new year with my own project, Fugitive and Fringe shows. But fear not! with such great co-directors to take the reigns for those dates that I will be away FolkHarmonic should continue uninterrupted until May 2016! 

Term 1:
Jan 12, 19, 26
Feb 2, 4*, 9, 16
*NIFPA fest 6:30pm

Term 2:
Feb  23
Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Term 3:
Apr 5, 12, 19, 26
May 3, 10

Rates are $15/class drop in or $81 for the full term.

Tuesdays, 7:30pm
Therapeutic Riding Barn Lounge,  
4875 Headquarters Rd, Courtenay BC

hope to see you there!

all the best,
Ali
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The Fugitives UK/GERMANY 2015
29/09/15
Oh man, here we go again! The Fugitives are heading over the pond once again for a 6 week tour. For more info, dates, tickets and updates check out www.fugitives.ca/shows
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THE FLOOD IS HERE!
24/07/15
I'm excited to announce that despite level 3 water restrictions The Flood arrived in courtenay today, and that all of the pre-sales have been shipped! What a journey! Huge thanks to Marc Atkinson, Wendy Knudson, Bob Romanow, and my sister Emily Appleyard for making this project come to life.

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The Flood - PRESALES launch 25/03/15
I'm super excited to announce the kick-off of my indiegogo campaign. Its been a scramble this past week putting all of the details together as final mixes get approved, CD art starts rolling in and songs get registered. Anyone interested in helping support my music and in purchasing The Flood should check out http://igg.me/at/theflood . You can also give me a hand by sharing this with your community. Thanks - Ali
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On the Road
The Fugitives are once again out on tour, after spending Valentines in Rossland we're headed north to Dunster, Smithers and Prince George (Feb 20-24). Then back to Vancouver for a quick studio day. 
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Tracking is Done, 
Mixing begins! 

In October I started tracking a full length solo album at Marc Atkinson's studio on Hornby Island BC. Stay tuned for more news and my pre-sale campaign that  kicks off in March 2015. I'm looking forward to sharing these old and new tunes with all of you. 
-Ali
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FolkHarmonic @ VIMW 2014
FolkHarmonic (fók harmɑ́nɪk) 
All Levels, All Instruments

def: A group of people who want to do more than just jam on folk instruments. We’ll set up a groove and add easy parts, taught by ear and layered, to make epic sounds out of simple pieces. Immerse yourself in the world of harmonies, melodies, laughter and ensemble playing regardless of skill level.
Folk Harmonic Classes
​Fall Term
September 13, 20, 27
October 4, 11, 18, 25
November 1
Xmas Term
December 6, 13
Upcoming Shows & Workshop

July 25-29, 2016
Beyond Trad Music Camp
info: www.beyondtrad.com

September 9, 10, 11, 2016
Vancouver Island Music Workshop
Annual Fall Workshop
info: www.vancouverislandmusicworkshop.com

September 14, 2016
With Adrian Glynn at Vancouver Fringe festival
info: www.adrianglynn.com
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