Echoes Across Continents

Hosting organization: ICAN

Funded by: Government of Alberta

Sponsored by: Edmonton Heritage Council

In partnership with: Graduate Students’ Association, University of Alberta

Date: Saturday Nov 14, 2026 at 7-9pm

Venue: Myer Horowitz Theatre, SUB, UofA North Campus

The event is designed as a multicultural folk music showcase, bringing together country-inspired traditions from a wide range of communities. The concert will feature approximately 16 performances by soloists and small ensembles representing diverse folk music traditions from around the world, with an emphasis on storytelling, cultural heritage, and the lived experiences behind the music. The event will last approximately two hours, including an intermission.