For the
first time, Saint John will be hosting Music NB Week this coming October
with music showcases and public performances featuring musicians from
around the province.
The
event culminates with a gala awards ceremony at the Imperial Theatre
with members of the public voting for the winners online.
Peter
Asimakos, the General Manager of Uptown Saint John, tells Tide News this
is a perfect fit with all the available venues in the city along with
talented performers.
The
Executive-Director of Music NB Jean Surrette tells Tide News music
lovers in the city will be in seventh heaven with public performances
being staged around town.
There
will also be music industry types from abroad in the city searching out
talent to perform overseas. Surrette says the best of the talent will
be showcased to the talent spotters.