The RMO's unique sound is based on the plucked strings of the mandolin family of instruments supplemented by bass, flute, guitar, violin and sometimes percussion. This 40 member orchestra has a teaching program of 25 students.

Valerie Hall will play a pipe organ recital entitled, Bach and Friends. A chance to hear one of Regina's most prestigious Casavant organs in a beautiful, historic setting.

An exciting group of 20 musicians who perform jazz, swing, and hit tunes with an energetic big-band sound for all size events, from dances to concerts.

Glenn uses thoughtful lyrics and moving guitar melodies to express ideas about nature, love and the human condition.

hosts: Marshall Burns and Devon Floyd.

You might not always be able to tap your foot to these sonic creations, but your mind will certainly be entertained: imagine sounds and music that are at times familiar, yet at other times innovative, unexpected and engaging. Welcome to the Cathedral Village Arts Festival’s first-ever Sound Art concert!

Regina has for years been a centre of sound art creation: sonic artworks by this community’s artists have been heard at venues around the world. Utilising a multichannel speaker system in the intimate acoustic space of Artesian, be prepared to be moved by the sound, through the immersive sound / music explorations created by Regina and Saskatchewan audio artists. This event has been curated by the Holophon Audio Arts collective.

Described by fans as Regina's best DJ--classy, talented. DJ Kracker Jack serves up a massive library of music to a hot crowd.

host: Sam Minevich.

PLEASE NOTE: This event has moved to 1pm on Friday May 27th at the same location.

MUSIC, FOOD,DANCE, SHOPPING

Wear your hat, and take a walk down 13th Avenue - check out the late night shopping, live music and great restaurants! Keep your eyes open for ARTful surprises...

Turned and Intarsia Wood Art by Dale Lowe (www.flatlanderintarsia.com)

Work by artists Kate Fisher, Kelsi Jordan Kerestesh, and friends accompanied by live music.

-The Amazing Twisted History of the Funomena Mobile Museum of the Weird and Strange. Exhibits, photos, comics and films tell the story of Canada’s most famous odditorium on wheels. Created in 1998 by Artist Gerri Ann Siwek, the mobile museum featured13 funky exhibits, a souvenir shop and tour guide. It traveled to festivals and exhibitions throughout North America, featured in television documentaries and print publications.

-Gypsy Mermaid Caravan, the latest art car creation by Artist/Performer, Michelle Kaiser aka Gypsy Mermaid was once a postal truck. Now this rolling work of art, a tribute to everything mermaid, is a performance stage covered in paintings and mosaics, and features a mechanical fortune teller. Gypsy Mermaid will also perform her latest recordings on the Gypsy Mermaid Caravan stage in front of the Cathedral Neighbourhood Centre.

Need a break? Step off the hustle and bustle of 13th Avenue on Thursday evening, to immerse yourself - for just a few minutes or for an hour - in the spacious acoustics of Westminster Church, to listen in on sonic art ambiences created by Saskatchewan audio artists. This selection of multichannel audio artworks could take you to a boreal forest, prairie grasslands, a vocal group’s creative sessions or other places and situations that will calm the spirit and stir the soul. This event has been curated by the Holophon Audio Arts collective.

The Fortunate Isles strive to get people moving with strong beats, head bobbing rhythms and catchy synth hooks that will entice people to get up and dance.

Dynamic guitar/fiddle roots duo.

The release of Crestwood's debut album "The Movies" marks the musical coming-of-age of Steven Maier. Maier created Crestwood to showcase his acclaimed songwriting. With influences like Paul Simon, The Band, and James Taylor creating a solid foundation, Crestwood has built a space for some of Saskatoon's best musicians to contribute to Maier's vision.

Julia’s music can only be described as her own: her lyrics are honest and true to her prairie heritage while her live performances combine intimate song-writing with a comedic quirkiness that captures the hearts of her audiences. Currently, Julia is planning on recording a new album expected to be released in September 2011. Featured on: SoundCloud, Vancouver is Awesome, Beyond Reason and CBC radio one.

This young, seven-member ensemble artfully bridge sincerity with the absurd.. All this along with the melodic male/female vocals and diverse instrumentation (guitars, bass, drums, keys, violin, accordion, ukulele), ensures that a Rah Rah show will not disappoint

Martial Arts, music and comedy. The multi-talented students from some of the Cathedral-area schools, Connaught, Davin, and Prarie Sky School, will present a variety show under the Big Top in Holy Rosary Park. Come and cheer them on! Hosted by the Connaught Branch, Regina Public Library.

After work, stop in for some easy listening, and fun music on the patio.

Drive is a Rhythm and Blues band consisting of musicians with years of experience performing and recording throughout North America. Influences include Gary Moore, Coco Taylor, Neville Brothers, Delbert McClinton and more.

Four Kids from Regina SK ready to impress you with their criminally good intelligent rock vibes.Ê These kids will rock your socks off, steal your headphones and then spray-paint their tag on your musical soul.

Songs about winter, whiskey, grid roads, and women... the Buellie Bros are prairie boys for sure. Guitars, mandolin, upright bass, and occasionally an accordion, they play a lively mix of home grown tunes... not always pretty, not always fun, not always true... still, at least mostly honest.

Pronounced – “SEAL-a-kanth Dance” C-Dance (for short) is Steve Jeske, Kieran Lemoal, Trent Mailander and Steve McDonnell. A potent mix of rock funk, jazz fusion and psychedelia, this band spins traditional monster riffs with healthy dollops of Krautrock grooves, mid-70s ambience and left field curveballs.

"It's two-fisted, blue-collar Americana. Cash swinging his hammer, as Springsteen leans on the throttle." Chad Kichula and his Douglas Avenue Garage Band just released a new record this January called KILLER

The Lazy MKs are an instrumental post-rock band from Regina featuring steel guitar, bass and drums. For their performance at The Cathedral Village Festival this year the MKs are planning a night of up-tempo dancey tunes including some help from a three piece horn section from the Pile O' Bones Brass Band.

For 7 years and over 400 live shows, Intergalactic Virgin has brought high energy, electronica mix to dance floors around the Prairies. I.V. is something truly unique. This is Regina's dance party scene.

Mini-recitals performed by organ students at Holy Rosary, followed by tours of the historic Cathedral building. Come feel the timbers shake!

1:00 pm String Ensembles
2:00 pm The Whole Half Steps (The Jerry Shen Band)
2:50 pm Valerie Hall and Sandra Cosbey, organ duet
3:10 pm The Whole Half Steps

For 6 years now, the Best Buddies Blues Band has ROCKED REGINA! Their pure joy is contagious and infectious as they demonstrate in a very real way the power of music and the power of inclusion. These members of the Dr. Martin LeBoldus High School Best Buddies Chapter celebrate their friendship through their unique brand of blues. You've never seen anything like the Best Buddies Blues Band!

For the 20th anniversary of the Cathedral Village Arts Festival some of the best Regina has to offer will ÒRock the ParkÓ May 28th. A bigger tent and a bigger show will provide the best party the Cathedral has seen.

Host: Redbeard

Host band: The Jack Semple band

Special Guests:
Richie Pollack
Dan Silljer
The true Jive Pluckers
The Gene Pool(Semple family band)

An exceptional vocalist and songwriter, Kathy's experience takes in a wide range of musical genres, from jazz to gospel to roots originals.

Andy is a singer/songwriter who performs new folk/pop songs, creating an incredible collision of songs that combine Sufjan and San Bean.

Best described as a crossover form of music, BaD embraces progressive rock, jazz, metal, experimental soundscapes, psychedelic rock, and hip hop to create a musical experience unlike any other.

Rae Spoon is an indie-folk musician living in Montreal. His work blurs musical genres, lyrical lines and electro-infused beats. Toured internationally, released 5 solo albums, and nominated for the Polaris Prize in 2009.

upbeat authentic roots music

Black Drink Crier sings about the fire on the mountain, the fire in the hole, the fire in the flood, and the fire in the coal. This roots/folk rock band conists of Travis Reshaur, Judd Stachowski, and Cameron Wensel, and their music is known to rock like the thunder rolls.