Angelique’s soulful smoky vocals and instrumental techniques are reminiscent of a bygone era, but with a unique and modern sensibility.  Within her vocal style, you can hear influences of legends like Big Mama Thornton, Koko Taylor, Aretha Franklin, and Bessie Smith. Her instrumental abilities call to mind Willie Dixon on the bass, Sister Rosetta Thorpe on guitar, Big Mama Thornton on the Harmonica and Aretha on the piano. Over the past few years Angelique Francis has established herself as a bona fide star on the Canadian Blues, Soul, Jazz and Folk scene. In 2023 alone, Angelique won multiple Maple Blues Awards and a JUNO.

• Angelique Francisbass

Kira Francis | Trombone/ Tambourine/ Backing Vocal
Kharincia Francis | Baritone sax/ Tenor Sax/ backing Vocal
Andrew Knox | Trumpet/ Keyboard
Kiran Francis | Drum Kit/ Backing Vocal
Dave Williamson | Electric guitar

Grab a drink and pull up a chair! Chamber Pints is Chamberfest’s bar concert series, where we bring classical and chamber musicians into your favourite casual weekend plans. Tickets are PWYC (pay what you can) so everyone can enjoy the music, and some shows are standing room only!