EVENT CALENDAR
Use this calendar to explore any and all upcoming events associated with ANSMA. This includes events organized and ran by us, events featuring our members, workshops available to our members, awards shows and concerts that might be of interest.
26th Annual ANSMA Awards Show
Join us for the 26th Annual African Nova Scotian Music Association (ANSMA) Awards Show!
Celebrate the incredible achievements and contributions of African Nova Scotian musicians and industry professionals. This premier event highlights Black excellence, recognizing the hard work and impact of artists and creatives within our vibrant community.
What to Expect:
Live Performances
Networking Opportunities
Award Presentations
And more surprises throughout the evening!
Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable night of music, culture, and community!
Freedom Festival
Get ready for an incredible celebration of culture and community!
Join us for the African Nova Scotian Music Association's Freedom Festival on August 4th, 2024. Join us for a remarkable celebration of culture and community at the Annual Freedom Festival, presented by the African Nova Scotian Music Association. This special event honors African emancipation in North America and celebrates the rich history of Black Canadians in Nova Scotia.
Event Details:
Date: August 4th, 2024
Location: Ferry Terminal Park, 88 Alderney Drive, Dartmouth, NS, B2Y 4W1
Schedule:
Gospel Showcase: 2 PM - 5 PM
Classic Sounds Showcase: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Fireworks: Following the event (weather permitting)
Don't miss this opportunity to experience an incredible day filled with music, history, and celebration!
Halifax Jazz Fesival
Join Us For Unforgettable Live Performances!
Get ready for an afternoon filled with soul-stirring music, electrifying energy, and unforgettable performances. We're thrilled to invite you to a spectacular live event featuring an incredible lineup of talented artists:
Blessing Tangban
HARMZ
Adina Fraser-Marsman
Zamani Folade
And hosting this incredible event, the one and only:
Cyndi Cain
This is an event you won’t want to miss! Mark your calendars, invite your friends, and join us for a night of live music that promises to be nothing short of spectacular.
For more information, please visit:
https://www.halifaxjazzfestival.ca/line-up
Let’s make it a time to remember! See you there!
Black Vibes @ ECMA
The Black Vibes showcase is one of ANSMA’s flagship events. It is an industry showcase displaying African Nova Scotian and Black artists from the East Coast of Canada. This showcase happens twice a year at ECMA and Nova Scotia Music Week.
Rhythm & Royalty Performance: African Kings & Queens
Accompanied by African drums, at this event, you will learn about the storied lives and experiences of great figures from African Royalty.
Rhythm & Royalty Performance: African Kings & Queens
Accompanied by African drums, at this event, you will learn about the storied lives and experiences of great figures from African Royalty.
Lift Every Voice 9: African Heritage Month Musical Showcase
Lift Every Voice is a showcase of amazing talent from our African Nova Scotian music community, produced by the African Nova Scotian Music Association.
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