Upcoming events.

East Coast Voices at Live! On Elgin
Oct
6

East Coast Voices at Live! On Elgin

Please join us for an evening celebrating East Coast Voices [tickets here]

Featuring three solo modern interpretations of Celtic inspiration from decendants of the legacy MacIsaac family from Nova Scotia!

Alexis MacIsaac
Ellen MacIsaac
Claire Porter


A Newfoundland dynamo, who spent years honing her songcraft in Montreal, Claire has taken her music to intimate venues across Atlantic Canada, sharing her songs about love, tiramisu and detritivores with audiences at festivals, conferences and folk clubs. Described as having the prowess and punch of Judy Garland mixed with the lyrical grit of Tom Waits, Claire is an on-stage tour de force, infusing her dry wit and meticulous musicianship into every note. Claire Porter was nominated as Alternative Artist of the Year with MusicNL.


Alexis MacIsaac and Calum MacKenzie are a wife and husband duo who have established a unique musical partnership that combines Cape Breton piano playing with a modern approach to Celtic fiddle. Their debut album, The Bay Street Sessions, is a compilation of original and traditional compositions and arrangements, and secured them a 2017 Canadian Folk Music Award nomination for traditional instrumental group of the year and a 2018 East Coast Music Awards Nomination for Roots/Traditional Recording of the Year.


Ellen MacIsaac received her PhD in Ethnomusicology at University College Dublin, Ireland, with a specialization in the traditional singing style and repertoire in
Irish and English. Since returning to Canada, she has been involved in traditional singing in Ottawa, giving guest lectures, performing locally and further afield. She is a member of the Rideau Ramblers, who play traditional songs and tunes from Ireland, Scotland and the Ottawa Valley. She is an adjunct professor and vocal instructor in Celtic-style singing in the Music department at Carleton University. She created the Ottawa Celtic Choir in 2007, acts as its musical director, and
regularly arranges Celtic music for the choir.

Doors at 7 PM, show at 8 PM
$15 in advance, $20 at the door

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Oct
21

Claire Porter at Sellers & Newel

The Sellers & Newel Literary Society Presents… Claire Porter

Claire Porter, singer/songwriter from Newfoundland is touring southern Ontario in the fall, she's making a stop at the charming little bookshop Sellers & Newel 672 College St. Toronto

Claire Porter, A Newfoundland dynamo, Claire has taken her music to venues across Atlantic Canada, sharing her songs about love, tiramisu and detritivores. Described as having the punch of Judy Garland and the grit of Tom Waits, Claire is an on-stage tour de force, infusing her dry wit and meticulous musicianship into every note. Claire Porter was nominated as Alternative Artist of the Year at the 2024 MusicNL Gala.

Minimum donation $20

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Oct
23

Claire Porter @ Emmanuel United Church in Waterloo [Paul Cafcae opening]

Claire Porter, a Newfoundland dynamo, is a singer/songwriter, described as having the prowess and punch of Judy Garland mixed with the lyrical grit of Tom Waits, Claire is an on-stage tour de force, infusing her dry wit and meticulous musicianship into every note.

Opening for Claire is Paul Cafcae www.paulcafcae.com

"A compelling and versatile songwriter, his cinematic arrangements are drenched in vintage sounds." Roots Music Canada

Students $10
General $20

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Woodstove Session at Citadel House
Aug
8

Woodstove Session at Citadel House

The Citadel House, 104 Main Street, Lewisporte, NL

Clare Porter will round out the evening with a strong dose of the alternative side of East Coast Music scene. A Newfoundland dynamo, Claire has taken her music to venues across Atlantic Canada, sharing her songs about love, tiramisu and detritivores. Described as having the punch of Judy Garland and the grit of Tom Waits, Claire is an on-stage tour de force, infusing her dry wit and meticulous musicianship into every note. Claire Porter was nominated as Alternative Artist of the Year at the 2024 MusicNL Gala.

Check Claire Porter here: https://www.claireporterandthestouts.com/ Concert Tickets are by reservation. No cost, but a donation to the artist is greatly appreciated at the event. Call 709-571-5234, text or email stevie@thecitadelhouse.com to reserve your seat.

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Claire Porter & the Stouts + The Dandelion Few + Midnight Watch
May
30
to May 31

Claire Porter & the Stouts + The Dandelion Few + Midnight Watch

At the end of May, with spring in the air, come down to the Ship Inn on Duckworth St in sunny funny Newfoundland for a full night of modern folk, country, and creativity.

We have The Dandelion Few (with a supporting band) who recently released ‘Ovv Vrese & Suond’, an album that talks about the courage you’ve had after a few pints or the polyester clothes cool kids wear around in any downtown. [https://www.thedandelionfew.com/music]

We have Midnight Watch - who you might know from being on the top of Fred’s best selling albums list with their album ‘Ghost Hours’. They’re poppy, they’re weird, they named their whole album after unpaid overtime and they write songs about being better men. What more could you want? [https://midnightwatch.bandcamp.com]

And then there’s Claire Porter & the Stouts (that’s me!). I’m playing with a four piece this time, and I am just elated to celebrate the turning of the month with you all. It’s a full band full evening that’s going to be full of swing!

$20 in advance, $25 at the door! Buy tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/claire-porter-the-stouts-the-dandelion-few-midnight-watch-the-ship-tickets-1353943945789?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

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MUN Songwriter's Circle at the Battery Cafe
May
1

MUN Songwriter's Circle at the Battery Cafe

From Joel Thomas Hynes’ Instagram:

The next MUN SongwriterS Circle at The Battery Cafe in old St. John’s will take place at 7pm on Thursday, May 1st and will feature Claire Porter and Avalon Stanley (aka Darryl Hopkins). This will be the last SongwriterS Circle that I’ll be hosting, but the aim is to keep the event up and running with alternate hosts who select their own line up. Stayed tuned. And see you on May 1st. Xxx

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International Women's Day at Dildo Brewery
Mar
8

International Women's Day at Dildo Brewery

Come be a part of what will be a hell of an event. To celebrate the women in NL music in one place over 3 days

This starts in 3 weeks so start planning on which day you’ll come or come to all 3. The event is FREE but on a first come first serve basis, no reservations. Schedule released Monday after the live to air on mix985. ca

All performances will be streamed live to the FB page as well as the audio will be broadcast live on the online station on Jigs & Reels Radio KW on live365.com

So come join u and help celebrate the women in our lives with the International Women’s Day showcase at the @dildobrewingco

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Showcases at FAI
Feb
19
to Feb 22

Showcases at FAI

Come see MusicNL award nominated artist Claire Porter showcase at FAI!

Weds 11-11:30pm #1019

Fri 1-1:30am #1028

Sat 12:40-1:20am #705 ITR

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