While he’s best known for his interpretative playing of traditional acoustic blues and old time music, audiences can’t help but notice the influence that Northern living has had on his musical style. For the past 15 years McNally has called Whitehorse, YK his home.
Originally from Rockburn in rural southern Quebec, Ryan first discovered jazz and blues by uncovering a huge collection of ‘78 records that belonged to his grandfather. Then, as a teen, his curiosity for the sound and history anchored his love for the genres and it’s only grown stronger since.
McNally has become known for his diversity as a multi-instrumentalist. He plays guitar, harmonica, mandolin, violin and banjo, all in many different styles. Whether performing solo or with his band, his music is grounded in the legacy of the generations of players that came before him. All the while he continues to push the boundaries of his own signature sound.

The McMillan’s Camp Boys’ vast repertoire of traditional bluegrass and old-time music has been captivating audiences across Canada. The duo’s no-frills guitar, banjo, mandolin, and fiddle playing, alongside their tight vocal harmonies, have led them to share the stage with acclaimed artists like Juno-nominated Mama’s Broke and Nadine Landry & Sammy Lind of Foghorn Stringband. Their newest EP “So Long To The Kicking Horse Canyon and Other Folk Songs” is out now on Dartmouth’s Big Turnip Records.

Join us for our 2nd house concert on the farm!

We’re thrilled to have local favourites Stewart Burrows & Alice Packard.

Performance piano publique présenté par la MRC du Haut-St-Laurent à St-Chrysostome

17683 Sandrignham Rd, Moose Creek, Ontario

Drawing from their years of experience playing shows and farmer’s markets on Vancouver Island (BC), Bohemen Rose brings a unique blend of traditional bluegrass and old-time music to every performance. Their repertoire, enriched with beloved classics and original compositions, is a testament to their deep connection to the mountains and the music they love. This duo is comprised of Ormstown-native, Greg Bohemen (Upright Bass & Vocals) as well as his partner Nemira Rose (Banjo & Vocals)

Facebook Event:

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One-time only, Bohemen Rose will be performing at the Edmonton Downtown Farmer's Market as they drive through the country to promote Greg Bohemen's debut album "Acoustic Autopsy", which is a self-recorded biographical concept album about moving from Quebec to the Western Canada.

A show you won't want to miss!

One-time only, Bohemen Rose will be performing at the St.Alberts Farmer's Market as they drive through the country to promote Greg Bohemen's debut album "Acoustic Autopsy", a self-recorded biographical concept album.

A show you won't want to miss!

Our regular Thursday jam (#146) is back at Vimy Hall! Coffee and tea available, entry by donation. CVGRO fundraiser via merchandise sale, support greatly appreciated.

Location: 3968 Gibbins Rd, Duncan, BC V9L 6G4, Canada

Welcome to the 143rd CVGRO jam and 5th “Cowichan South Arts Guild” jam session of 2023!

Location: Evergreen Independent School Pavillion @ 3515 Watson Ave, Cobble Hill

As per usual, this will a a round robin jam circle, where everyone gets a chance to lead a song (if they wish). We will have a whiteboard to write out the chords to facilitate inclusion. Please select songs beforehand and come prepared to facilitate the process for everyone. New addition, a mic will be present to help the leader be heard if the group becomes large.

Everyone is welcome; listenings and players, all skill levels and instruments alike! Free for CSAG members (10$ for yearly membership) plus donations appreciated to offset cost of hiring hosts.

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If you live on Vancouver Island, make sure to tune into CFUV 101.9 FM on Friday, June 2nd from 3-4pm.

Greg Bohemen is most notably known as the founder of the ''Cowichan Valley Grass Roots Orchestra'', a musical collective under which he's hosted over 140 public jam sessions since 2018.

He's currently promoting the reissue of his debut album ''Acoustic Autopsy'', which was originally recorded in 2020 due to the forced hiatus caused from the pandemic. Since then, he unknowingly developed a passion for home recording and has undertaken various online audio engineering courses to finally do these songs justice.

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Our regular Thursday jam (#144) is back at Vimy Hall! Coffee and tea available, entry by donation. CVGRO fundraiser via merchandise sale, support greatly appreciated.

Location: 3968 Gibbins Rd, Duncan, BC V9L 6G4, Canada

Welcome to the 143rd CVGRO jam and 4th “Cowichan South Arts Guild” jam session of 2023!

Location: Evergreen Independent School Pavillion @ 3515 Watson Ave, Cobble Hill

As per usual, this will a a round robin jam circle, where everyone gets a chance to lead a song (if they wish). We will have a whiteboard to write out the chords to facilitate inclusion. Please select songs beforehand and come prepared to facilitate the process for everyone. New addition, a mic will be present to help the leader be heard if the group becomes large.

Everyone is welcome; listenings and players, all skill levels and instruments alike! Free for CSAG members (15$ for yearly membership) plus donations appreciated to offset cost of hiring hosts.

« C-V-Gro, Musicians Growing Together »

The seasoned busking trio comprised of Lennon McGillivray, Nemira Rose and Greg Bohemen are excited to return to the Duncan Farmer’s Market for the first time of this 2023 season.

Our regular Thursday jam (#142) is back at Vimy Hall! Coffee and tea available, entry by donation. CVGRO fundraiser via merchandise sale, support greatly appreciated.

Location: 3968 Gibbins Rd, Duncan, BC V9L 6G4, Canada

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New guidelines:
1. Keep Songs Simple: This is about having fun as a group. Choose songs with 3-4 chords with predictable structures.
2. Know Your Song: Memorize the chord sequence and/or lyrics. Reading from a book prevents you from connecting with the group.
3. Come Prepared: Have a few songs ready to go BEFORE arriving at the jam. Visualize how you will explain them to the group (Name, chords, timing, etc) and try to select familiar tunes.
4. Listen Hard, Play Soft!: Be aware of your volume and mindful of your neighbours. We're here to blend, not compete. Percussive elements should be kept to a minimum. When someone is taking a break (solo) the rest of the group should adjust their volume so we can hear the new focal point.
5. You're the boss (of your song): When leading, you should delegate who takes the leads (by nod, eye contact, name etc). Remember to go around the circle usually after a chorus and make eye contact with others players to see who's next. Decide when your song ends, the universal "foot in the air" can signal the last time around.
6. Respect the genre: Though "Old-Time & Bluegrass" may be difficult to pin-point as genres, don't stray too far from the general idea. Familiarity helps people connect more easily, don't be a jam buster by bringing something with 10 chords that nobody knows.
7. Have Fun! The ultimate goal is to share a good time and become better musicians.