The Eagleheart Singers are a highly respected drum group who have been performing in Toronto and beyond for over 25 years. Led by Jimmy Dick of the Moose Cree Nation and his partner Marie Gaudet, a registered member of Wikwemikong First Nation, the group includes their sons James, Gabriel, Josh, and daughter Emily Rose.

Jimmy and Marie are known for their deep commitment to community and their generous sharing of cultural knowledge through education and advocacy. The group’s music has been featured in various films and recordings, and their performances continue to inspire and bring people together through the power of song and ceremony.

Whispr is an emerging pop band based in Toronto, featuring lead vocalist Zen Zaia, bassist Victor Kraz, guitarist Josh Marquee and drummer Dylan Ngland. Drawing inspiration from both classic and contemporary pop, Whispr has a sound that is both familiar and uniquely their own. Formed in 2021, the band has been writing and performing original material ever since, steadily building a presence in the local music scene. They are set to release their debut single in the summer, marking a bold first step in their journey to leave a lasting impression

A musical representation of Juno-nominated Ahmed Moneka’s journey from Baghdad, Iraq to the heart of Toronto, Canada. Drawing on his Afro-Sufi-Iraqi music heritage, Ahmed Moneka delivers a joyful and transcendent mix of African grooves and Arabic folk melodies, informed by contemporary funk, soul and jazz.

Ahmed Moneka is a multidisciplinary artist specializing in acting for theatre and film, as well as Afro-Middle Eastern music. He is a citizen of both Canada and Iraq and is currently based in Toronto.

Ahmed’s upbringing in Baghdad, Iraq, exposed him to a rich intellectual culture in theatre, film, and television. In Basrah, he immersed himself in a musical environment that celebrated and preserved Afro-Iraqi Sufi traditions. As an artist, he aims to promote acceptance and foster a sense of global community by bridging cultures and dispelling misconceptions about Arab communities.

Agneya presents rhythm as a living conversation. Rooted in South Asian rhythmic traditions and shaped by global influences ranging from West African folk music to contemporary improvisation, the project transforms the stage into a space of listening, exchange, and spontaneous creation. At the heart of the music is the idea of improvisation as a collaborative game, where timing, trust, responsiveness, and risk-taking guide the performance in real time.

Featuring music from Agneya’s debut album AGNEYA(2026), the ensemble moves fluidly between intricate rhythmic cycles, meditative grooves, cinematic textures, and open improvisation. Audiences can expect an immersive and highly interactive performance where rhythm becomes a shared language, blurring the line between performer and listener through collective energy, movement, and connection.

This performance features Agneya on drums and percussion, Kimya Hypolite on vocals, Gandhaar Amin on bansuri, Tyler Emond on bass, and Gianluca Occhipinti on keys.

Led by acclaimed drummer and composer Larnell Lewis, the Larnell Lewis Band delivers a dynamic fusion of jazz, funk, gospel, and world music. This special performance will feature acclaimed steelpan artist Joy Lapps and percussionist Roshane Wright, adding vibrant textures and soulful energy to an electrifying live experience rooted in creativity, improvisation, and exceptional musicianship.