Photo: Jeff Bierk
Unfortunately due to reasons related to the COVID-19 pandemic, this show is CANCELLED. We do not currently have plans to reschedule this event, but please follow us here and on social media (Instagram | Facebook | Twitter) for any further updates.
Some call Fiver's music country spiritualism, others call it folk, but who really cares? The songs are written, and they are played.
Fiver
with special guest Amanda Lowe Warnakulasuriya
on SAW courtyard (outdoor show)
Tickets: $15-25 sliding scale
all ages / licensed
fully accessible to those with restricted mobility and all genders.
We acknowledge and pay respect to the Algonquin Anishinaabeg people on whose land we operate. Donations will be collected at the event for Minwaashin Lodge Programs.
Read more about our land acknowledgement.
➞ COVID-19 Policy
Before attending the event, complete a COVID-19 self-screening. If you do not pass the self-screening, please STAY AT HOME.
The following are strongly recommended for attendees of this event to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission:
take an at-home antigen test before arriving on site. Antigen tests are currently available for free from many pharmacy and grocery store locations (find out more here).
take two doses of approved COVID-19 vaccinations received at least two weeks prior to the event.
wear a KN95 face mask over the mouth and nose at all times while at the event (we will have a limited number of free masks available for audience members).
wash your hands or use the provided hand sanitizer often.
COVID-19 policy is subject to change based on government and venue regulations and guidelines.
➞ ACCESSIBILITY
Club SAW: 67 Nicholas is the accessible entrance to the building, with a ramp to the entrance and automatic doors.
Accessible bathrooms are available in Club SAW. All bathrooms in Club SAW are gender neutral, including the one backstage.
Email hello@debaser.ca to request any further accessibility information, or to request accommodations.
➞ SAFER SPACES POLICY
Attendees, artists and staff are expected to respect one another. Zero tolerance for violence, aggression, oppressive behaviour or language, or bullying. If you are currently implicated in an accountability process, please ensure you are respecting the space and well-being of those you have affected.
ABOUT THE ARTISTS
Photo: Brittany Carmichael
Fiver
Over the past 15 years, Simone Schmidt has worked under several aliases, fronting country act One Hundred Dollars (2007-11), psych rock unit The Highest Order (2011- 2017), and now Fiver (2012 – ongoing). Acclaimed for their songwriting and voice, Fiver does defy categorization - some call it Country Spiritualism, others call it Folk music, but who really cares? The songs are written, sung and they are played. This time, Fiver will be accompanied by Nick Dourado (piano, lap steel), Jeremy Costello (bass) and Nathan Doucet (drums) to play selections from their latest full length Fiver with the Atlantic School of Spontaneous Composition (Polaris long list 2021) and new work too, including arrangements of work from their forthcoming Soundtrack to A More Radiant Sphere (out July 8th on You’ve Changed Records).
Photo: Petra van Eeghen
Born in Sri Lanka, raised on Prince Edward Island, and based in Ottawa, Amanda Lowe Warnakulasuriya writes enchanting and heartbreaking experimental-folk music. Blending in her folk roots - from both islands that raised her, she builds sentient walls of sound that help you grieve and love, making you feel both nostalgic and at home, all at once. With a voice like honey, Amanda breaks your heart open, only to make you feel whole again.
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