Saltwater Joy Concert

The Saltwater Joy Band delivers a resurgence of Atlantic Coast Music favorites, Newfoundland and Irish folk and sea shanties, along with a focus on Canadian artists and long-loved old-time classics.
Based in Nova Scotia, and also located in Saskatchewan, Saltwater Joy is best known for bringing an authentic, nostalgic “kitchen party” atmosphere wherever they go. The band are beloved for covering nostalgic favorites that evoke a cultural connection and special memories of the Maritimes. Capturing the warmth of East Coast culture, the band creates a highly engaging, participative singalong experience that moves people from toe tapping to dancing!
Saltwater Joy performs well-known songs from Atlantic Coast favorite artists: John Allan Cameron, Anne Murray, Rita MacNeil, Stan Rogers, Hank Snow, Ron Hynes, Wayne Chaulk, Stompin’ Tom Connors (and more).
With the strong Irish influence in Atlantic Coast Music, Saltwater Joy also includes in their song lineup nostalgic singalong Newfoundland Irish folk and sea songs, along with traditional and Irish tunes known through artists such as the Irish Rovers, Ryan’s Fancy, the Clancy Brothers and the Dubiners, to name a few.
In sharing the joy of old-time music favorites, they are known to also play classic tunes from the bluegrass, folk and country genres.