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1 The Imbayakunas The Imbayakunas are a group that highlight the wondrous sound of the Andes. Each musician is from Ecuador and shares a love of performing. Their music continues to evolve and can be described as a World Music fusion between traditional Andean sounds and contemporary Latin rhythms. The music of The Imbayakunas is infectious; Latin American and North American audiences alike are drawn to their traditional mix of pan flutes, guitar, violin charango and drums. Through their work over the years, they have become the best known local presenters of Andean music in Canada. The group has been touring Canada for the past 19 years. Audiences have enjoyed their music in various provinces in Canada, as well as in Dubai. The music is a mix of traditional Andean and contemporary Latin sounds. In 2014 and 2017, the group won the Aboriginal People's Choice Award in the category of "Best International Aboriginal Music Release". For more information on The Imbayakunas, visit:

2 Jamie Gutfreund & "In Living Cover" In Living Cover is a 6-piece cover band that has been performing in the Toronto music scene for the past four years. The group has entertained crowds at some of Toronto's top live music venues including the Cadillac Lounge, The Underground Garage, and has become a regular attraction at The Road Hockey to Conquer Cancer. Consisting of Jamie Gutfreund (guitars/vocals), Jon Jacobson (lead vocals), Ellis Bernstein (bass), Sarah Murray (keyboard/vocals), Matt Ross (drums/vocals) and Zack Gutfreund (guitars), their Motown, Classic Rock, Funk, Pop and R&B covers will have you movin' and groovin' all night long! For more information on Jamie Gutfreund and In Living Cover, visit:

3 Miss & Mr Asia Canada 2018 The Miss Asia pageant, originating in 1985, is the world s largest Asian oriented beauty pageant and the world s fourth largest beauty pageant, offering a grand prize of 3 million dollars (HKD). The final competition is held in Hong Kong. Semi-final competitions are held annually all over the world. The winner of each semi-final will be entered into the final competition in Hong Kong. It aims to unite all Asian communities and exhibit each group s cultural qualities. The winner of the Miss Asia Toronto title receives an all expenses trip paid to Hong Kong. Moreover, she will enter into the Miss Asia Final in Hong Kong for an opportunity to win the grand prize of 3 million dollars (HKD). For more information on the Miss & Mr Asia Pageant, visit:

4 Sofia Blu This 14-year-old vocalist from Blue Mountain-Collingwood has trained in ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical and musical theatre, and is now pursuing a career in song and dance. Sofia Blu is very active in local community productions performing for the Kiwanis Music Festival and Collingwood Sing Club, a local singing ensemble. A multi-instrumentalist, Sofia Blu plays piano, guitar and composes much of her own music. For more information on Sofia Blu, visit:

5 Orchestra Toronto The Orchestra Toronto is a collective group of dedicated, passionate musicians that blend together to create the beautiful sounds that is symphonic music. Orchestra Toronto plays a full range of repertoire and has grown to more than 80 players which has lead them to become Canada s largest and most admired community orchestra. Orchestra Toronto is recognized as one of the best volunteer-based orchestras in Canada. They are committed to providing astounding family entertainment and music education, while celebrating its past and looking forward to future accomplishments. For more information on Orchestra Toronto, visit:

6 Grenville Pinto Born in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, Grenville (a.k.a. G ) has been playing the violin since the age of seven. His musical abilities have been nurtured from a young age with continuous recitals and performances that have resulted in his love for the stage and entertaining others. Now residing in Toronto, Grenville performs internationally at special events and concerts. Boasting a wide repertoire of music, bubbling personality, and love for entertaining others, Grenville Pinto brings a performance that you cannot miss. Although he is classically-trained, his collection has expanded to include: popular music, rhythm & blues, opera, contemporary, easy listening, hip hop, ethnic music and rock. For more information on Grenville Pinto, visit:

7 SHIAMAK Toronto Dance Team Representing the biggest Bollywood Dance Academy in the world, the SHIAMAK Toronto Dance Team. SHIAMAK Toronto Dance team consists of some of the brightest and most promising talent in the GTA. Handpicked by Shiamak Davar himself, they have made their mark all over Ontario with power packed performances that explode with energy and keep the audiences wanting more! The SHIAMAK Toronto dance team has performed at shows such as the IIFA Awards, Just for Laughs, Toronto International Film Festival, TOIFA awards, as well as performed alongside Shahrukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra, Ranveer Singh, Jermaine Jackson and more. They have had the honor to perform for the Prime Minister of India, Mr. Narendra Modi, as well as former Prime Minister of Canada, Mr. Stephen Harper. They have also been involved in various corporate shows for TREWO Health Mela, CIBC, Amway, GM Motors, Trillium Health Partners, Best Western and more. For more information on SHIAMAK Toronto, visit:

8 HUTTCH Amongst the blanket-covered walls and strung lights of a basement in Windsor, Ontario, an indie rock power trio known as HUTTCH was formed in Drawing influences from bands such as Hollerado and Yukon Blonde, their music is a blend of danceable fast paced rock with a psychedelic touch. With gear spiffed up in vibrant Aztec patterns, these three amigos look to hone a new genre called "blanket-rock." Each show tries to bring a sort of wild comfort to the stage, reminding their audience to relish in life s simple, audio pleasures. For more information on Huttch, visit:

9 Arlene Paculan Paculan creates soulful pop with passion. The Filipino-Canadian s debut album, Everything Begins with Love, has been embraced by CBC Radio. Arlene was named the runner-up for NOW Toronto Magazine s Best Songwriter for 2015 and was in the Top 10 Regional Finals for CBC s Searchlight Contest in the same year. She has performed across Canada, Los Angeles, New York, England, Scotland, Holland, and France. As Executive Producer for her company, Let s Make Good Productions (LMG), she produces many events including WonderFest, which showcases local talent and offers free workshops to all ages. The goal of LMG is to spread empowerment through art. For this, she was awarded 2014 s Hazel McCallion Volunteer of the Year MARTY Award in acknowledgment of her work encouraging others to be creative in their daily lives. For more information on Arlene, visit:

10 Lori Lamarche Lori Lamarche is an Aboriginal First Nations singer who enjoys performing music of all genres. From folk to opera, classical to classic rock, Lori Lamarche does it all. She has attended multiple festivals in Canada and the US over the years. She has performed at music festivals, talent shows, weddings, radio appearances, and much more! An interesting fact about Lori Lamarche is that she performed at the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics as an Indigenous Artist. She has even sung the Canadian and American National Anthem at a Blue Jays game at the Rogers Centre, as well as Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.

11 Caitlin Claessens with Bob Gee Caitlin Claessens is an experienced musician and vocalist, performing with her guitar in venues throughout the western hemisphere. With many years of live performance under her belt whether with bands or solo Caitlin can command an audience just about anywhere. She has played on Norwegian Cruise Lines and from fancy parties to dive bars, but her favorite venue is on the New York City subway platform. Her vocals have been featured in various medias, including Super Bowl commercials. She is also the narrator and vocalist for Tree Top Family, which is Skyship Entertainment s new series. Armed with a diverse repertoire of original songs and covers, Caitlin s engaging sets are a force to be reckoned with. Bob Gee is a life-long music lover and musician. He supports Caitlin with banjo, guitar, and beautiful harmonies. For more information on Caitlin Claessens, visit:

12 The Commoners With blazing leads, soulful harmonies, indelible melodies, and driving, powerful rhythms, the Commoners are anything but your typical Toronto rock quartet, and they are setting out to prove it. Drawing inspiration from the soft blues of artists such as John Mayer and riff-rich classic rockers like Led Zeppelin and the Black Crowes, the Commoners distinguish themselves with tight instrumentation, mesmerizing energy, and undeniably infectious songwriting. Keep your eyes on the Commoners and experience one of the most exciting up-and-coming rock bands for yourself! For more information on The Commoners, visit:

13 Sheer Heart Attack Sheer Heart Attack is a talented band that specializes in paying homage to the 1970 s hit band, Queen. This band is named after Queen s 3 rd studio album which was released in The band is made up of 5 talented individuals, Enrique Segura who is the lead vocalist, Steve Zukowsky the lead guitarist, Jeffery Maxwell-Shapiro on the drums and assisting with backing vocals, Doug Richardson playing the bass guitar, and Victor Garcia playing the keyboards, 2 nd rhythm guitar, and backing vocals. This wildly talented band conquers all the aspects of Queen when it comes to the live representation of the many moods of Queen. For more information on Sheer Heart Attack, visit:

14 Steven Taetz Steven Taetz is a rare talent, effortlessly making beautiful and captivating jazz songs with a hint of pop! He is a singer and songwriter who has performed at a variety of notable places, such as New York s Carnegie Hall, Toronto s Rogers Stadium, Montreal s House of Jazz and many more. Having received praise and admiration from the press and professionals in the industry, Steven continues to produce unique and honest music that will make you feel a strong connection to both him and his lyrics. For more information on Steven Taetz, visit:

15 Dr. Draw Dr. Draw s energetic and infectious performances puts audiences on their feet in absolute awe. He was the first violinist to transform classical and rock music into modern, eccentric house music. He has performed at several well-known events such as Chloé and Dom Pérignon, as well as the Toronto Beaches Jazz Festival. Not only is his music style undoubtedly unique, he also successfully brings together contrasting musical elements such as folk, classical violin, jazz-rock, and pop. Dr. Draw continues to bring cultures together by simply doing the impossible: taking diverse music genres and merging them it into brilliant, cohesive songs. For more information on Dr. Draw, visit:

16 Sol de Cuba Salsa dancing, traditional Cuban music, a group of passionate band members, and you ve described Sol de Cuba in a nut-shell! Get ready for a cultural extravaganza that will make you feel as though you are dancing under the hot, Cuban sun with your friends while embracing the wonderful scenery that Cuba has to offer. The band consists of an experienced, captivating band that includes Pablo Terry, Rufino Maceiro, Pancho Galván, Julian Cordero, and Ersidio Tamayo. For more information on Sol de Cuba, visit

17 Sabrina Sabrina Soares debut 2016 EP Plan A is a beautiful blend of jazz, country, pop, and the colourful rhythms of Brazilian music that reflects her unique heritage. Sabrina grew up singing bossa nova along side her father before tackling the art of writing her own songs at the young age of 13. Sabrina mixes her dairy entry style lyrics with her self-taught ability of playing the guitar. After high school Sabrina turned music into a full-time career in order to be active in the music scene of her home city of Sydney, Australia. Now, as a new resident of Canada, Sabrina took the plunge of moving to Toronto to conquer the next stage in her music career. She s only got a Plan A: she s all in, and you will be too. For more information on Sabrina, visit: