WF XXIII Script Saturday Feb 15, Afternoon Main Hall
12:00 Quarrington and Adams is the duo of musician Tony Quarrington and singer Zoey Adams. Since 2017, they’ve written over 100 original songs, blending jazz, swing, folk, and bluegrass with heartfelt lyrics. With two albums—Christmas Dream and One More Thing—they’re known for their strong chemistry and captivating performances. Zoey’s theatrical experience and Tony’s musical expertise create a unique sound and dynamic stage presence.
1:00 David Newland crafts songs and stories inspired by Canada’s landscapes and experiences. His latest project, In Search of Lost Trees, has been featured by CBC Radio and Roots Music Canada. A recipient of the Cobourg Civic Award for Distinguished Arts & Culture, he is also a Fellow of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society.
2:00 Brian Gladstone Band – Brian Gladstone is a Toronto-based folk and roots musician, songwriter, and festival organizer with five albums to his name. A dynamic storyteller, he writes without regard for conventional boundaries, combining intricate guitar work with socially conscious, thought-provoking lyrics. His engaging performances have made him a distinctive voice in the folk scene. As the founder of the Winterfolk Festival, Brian is dedicated to supporting independent artists and fostering a thriving musical community.
3:00 The Mid-Century Modernes perform “the soundtrack of your life.” We are a five-piece band staying true to the classic rock sounds of the 1960s through late 1970s. Thanks to the scope of our collective experiences in the music world, we are encyclopedic on this classic rock repertoire, and treat the songs with the passion that made this repertoire great, and which makes it the most popular and best selling music to date.
4:00 Robert Priest and the Revelation Robert Priest is a Canadian poet, songwriter, and author with fourteen books, three plays, and several albums. He’s known for hit songs like Song Instead of a Kiss (Alannah Myles) and Seeds (Julian Taylor). His 2017 album Love is Hard earned critical praise. Robert’s new single, Simple Human Kindness, drops December 15 with Vesuvius Records. A true Canadian original, he continues to inspire with his diverse creative work.
5:00 Dann Maris is a Canadian icon, has been active since the 1960s with bands like Jericho and Edward Bear. He’s hosted TV shows like Stormy Monday and Cities in Blue and spent over 25 years on JAZZ FM91.