as March comes to an end and I attempt to remember how it came in -you know, in like a lamb -out like a lion that I have yet to remember or to write it down (then remembering where you wrote it-on and on it goes) so I guess somethings will change and somethings just won't….live music will remain always the wonderful healing agent it is and your presence at our venue will not only help you but it is my belief that all that energy focused on one positve thang has to be able to change the world positively…
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Cowichan's Musical Community Centre
Duncan Showroom
131 Station Street
-ground floor-
located in the heart of downtown Duncan
'it's about the music'
Our heart lies in the attentive audience experience and we are revered for creating and maintaining one of the finest intimate showcase venues in the Canadian music scene, presenting not only local / provincial and national performers but international artists as well for over 22 years. We do believe we have had and will continue to have a positive effect on live entertainment production standards for Canadian venues and we do trust that our endeavours are appreciated by our audiences and performers alike.
for those of you who either can't make it to the event cause of illness or family emergencies or you don't live in our immediate area
we 'live' stream all of our concerts to youtube and facebook
https://www.youtube.com/c/DuncanShowroom/live
(and if you are watching from home, sitting in the chair of your choice, wearing the clothes of your choice, drinking the beverage of your choice, possibly even inhaling the fresh air of your choice and all for 'free', why not donate the ticket price or parts thereof so we can continue this 'free' to you service)
one way to support the Showroom experience is to view and possibly buy a photo book of past performers
created by Nik West
all profits go to the Showroom
https://www.blurb.ca/b/10630063-the-showroom
RULES OF ENGAGEMENT
one enters these premises with the understanding that
this is a non-alcohol venue ,
that means no alcohol allowed on premises, please...
inebriated patrons will be asked to leave
we reserve the right to refuse entry
TO ATTENTIVE AUDIENCES
...ONWARD HO
YAHOOO!!
Duncan Showroom
‘the museum’
best curio shop ever
where nothing is for sale
do venture in and check out the vast array of weird thangs
that are positioned in such a way as to keep your eye
and your attention away from your everyday life
(financial contributions / donations accepted to keep the museum open)
Longevity John has managed to take possession of many articles over the years
that require one’s acknowledgement, if even just for their existence
yes, most everything can be handled
as long as it is put it back the way you found it
most evenings it opens as a music venue
where various international / national / provincial
as well as regional and valley performers showcase their musical abilities
for upcoming events
-regular events such as the weekly Dress Rehearsal Tuesdays ( another way of saying open mic )
-except that on the last Tuesday of the month it is FLOW - For the Love Of Words
an evening of spoken word by the audience
-Island Storytellers on the first Thursday of the month at 7pm
-Sober Karaoke on the first Friday of the month at 7pm
-Youth Karaoke -1st Sunday of the month 2pm-4pm
-Sunday Afternoon Matinees at 3pm
Longevity John
Duncan Showroom
text 250-597-1554
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a fine way of saying 'open mic' if you are getting on the stage for the first time, bringing new songs to the stage, just getting in your 10,000 hours
this is the opportunity you need
3 songs each
and we broadcast to YouTube which is great for seeing how you did
$5 for everyone
a couple of hours of some fine music brought to you by 4 valley jazz musicians who believe there should be more JAZZ in Duncan
suggested donation $20
a fine way of saying 'open mic' if you are getting on the stage for the first time, bringing new songs to the stage, just getting in your 10,000 hours
this is the opportunity you need
3 songs each
and we broadcast to YouTube which is great for seeing how you did
$5 for everyone
piano and cello Nancy Lee Harper – Short Biography
Described as a “marvelous performing artist” (Piano Journal) and “an extraordinarily multi-talented…musician and scholar” (Music & Vision), American-Canadian pianist Nancy Lee Harper has performed and taught in 29 countries on four continents and at prestigious institutions such as the Juilliard School of Music, the Eastman School of Music, Liszt University, Bruckner University, Trinity College (London), and many more. Dedicated to bringing less well-known music to light, Nancy has recorded 3 volumes of Portuguese Piano Music, works of Malcolm Dedman (1948-2025), the complete solo piano music of Beryl Rubinstein (1898-1952), and others (Toccata Classics, Numérica, Arc, etc.), occasionally as world premieres and/or works dedicated to her as a specialist in Iberian music. Her recordings are available on Spotify, YouTube, iTunes, Apple Music, and SoundCloud. Nancy not only enjoys performing as soloist but as a collaborative pianist. Now retired from the Universidade de Aveiro (Portugal), Dr. Harper authored many scientific articles and books on (Iberian music, Piano Pedagogy, Music & Medicine, Bahá’í academics), translated into six languages, which have won praise from critics. For more information, please see: www.nancyleeharper.com.
Alexandra Roedder – 2026 Short Bio
Based in Sacramento, California, Dr. Roedder began cello lessons at age six with Nina Flyer, and continued her studies in high school and beyond with Irene Sharp, Leighton Fong, Bonnie Hampton, and Antonio Lysy, as well as Elizabeth Reed and Lucia Swarts on baroque cello. She has won numerous awards for both playing and scholarship, including the highly competitive Eisner Award at UC Berkeley for artistic excellence. After completing her BA in Music at UC Berkeley, she studied baroque cello at the Royal Conservatory of The Hague before returning to the United States to complete a combined MA-PhD in cello performance and musicology at UCLA. Her research into the effects of globalization on Japanese animation film scores remains foundational in the field, though she has left writing about music behind for the time being. She currently maintains a large private studio of children and adults, and performs with multiple orchestras and small ensembles in and around Northern California.
a wonderful concert to witness
$25
for those that write poetry/prose or just appreciate others words and want to share them
10 minute limit
$5 for readers $7 for listeners
yes, another reason to have music in the City Square 8:30pm Pat Temple and the HiLo Players (Rob Foreman / Brian Ferguson / Paul Pigat / Daniel Lapp)
7:30pm Eugene Smith & the White Boys
6:30pm Malakai
6pm Leenie Beenie
by donation
a fine way of saying 'open mic' if you are getting on the stage for the first time, bringing new songs to the stage, just getting in your 10,000 hours
this is the opportunity you need
3 songs each
and we broadcast to YouTube which is great for seeing how you did
$5 for everyone
- local storytellers who meet at the Cowichan Library and guest tellers from other storytelling groups in Parksville, Nanaimo and Victoria, tell stories of all kinds for adult audiences at the Duncan Showroom.
suggested donations of $10 to $20
come on down and sing on a real stage and be broadcasted to YouTube all for only $5 cover
we have a full karaoke program to choose from
a fine way of saying 'open mic' if you are getting on the stage for the first time, bringing new songs to the stage, just getting in your 10,000 hours
this is the opportunity you need
3 songs each
and we broadcast to YouTube which is great for seeing how you did
$5 for everyone
Al Tuck (born December 23, 1966), is a Canadian songwriter and folksinger from Prince Edward Island who has spent much of his career based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
more to come about Issac Mason
Pay as you leave pricing
1/2 hour 'tv' show, broadcast to YouTube, that takes up to 3/4 of an hour bringing you Eugene's stories / a couple of tunes and banter with Bill Levity, the host they bring in a local musician as a guest every show ( 2 week intervals) and is most fun to attend
by donation
over 127 episodes so far
a fine way of saying 'open mic' if you are getting on the stage for the first time, bringing new songs to the stage, just getting in your 10,000 hours
this is the opportunity you need
3 songs each
and we broadcast to YouTube which is great for seeing how you did
$5 for everyone
a jam-packed, laugh out loud, adults only cabaret! The show combines burlesque, drag, comedy, extravagant costumes, showstopping group numbers and naughty humour in a raucous spectacle that will leave you wanting more! Featuring an award winning cast of cabaret artists, each at the top of their field, the BABES show is the perfect way to spice up your night! In addition to all the sultry teases, the naughty jokes, and the sparkly thongs, the Babes celebrate sexuality, LGBTQ identities, and body confidence with inspiring performances and heartfelt moments. The West Coast tour features Shirley Gnome (Juno nominated Canadian Siren of Comedy), Selena Vyle (the host of Canada’s longest running Drag Brunch at Glad Day bookshop) and James & The Giant Pasty (2x Most Comedic winner at the Burlesque Hall of Fame). Also featuring local guest star: Sheila! Perfect for a date night, a celebration, or a girls night out! So grab a ticket, grab a beverage and indulge in this special adults only evening of cabaret entertainment!
RUNTIME: 120 Minutes including a 20 minute intermission
$30 tickets
David has gathered some fine musicians together to aid him in his musical journey thru the early days of rock'n'roll -
yes, he was there, playing along with all the greats and not so greats
a big hit at the 39 Days of July this year we expect it to sell out fast
$30
a couple of hours of some fine music brought to you by 4 valley jazz musicians who believe there should be more JAZZ in Duncan
suggested donation $20
Too glam to be punk Too trash to be pop
The Castagne's siblings Phil: guit/bass lead vocals & Marj: drums back vocals.
from Montreal, they rock our world- a do not miss music explosion
$15 to $20 as you can
a fine way of saying 'open mic' if you are getting on the stage for the first time, bringing new songs to the stage, just getting in your 10,000 hours
this is the opportunity you need
3 songs each
and we broadcast to YouTube which is great for seeing how you did
$5 for everyone
a four-piece blues and blues rock group based out of the Fraser Valley, British Columbia, Canada who write and perform original blues-rock music. Led by Andrew Michael Zaghloul on guitar/vox (2024 Fraser Valley Music Awards Blues Artist of the Year) with Don Addley on harmonica, Ron Johnson on bass and Kevin Rush on drums, this blues band is reimagining and reinventing blues rock through their music that is nitty, gritty, soulful and electric.
$20 cover
a special time for those 16 and under who want to perform karaoke
a beautiful stage and sound system and we broadcast to YouTube
$5 cover for everyone