Manitoba Music is gearing up for its first music event of the year, presenting a showcase of local talent on February 18 at The Lo Pub. The four acts will perform for the influential panelists in town for Manitoba Music’s Festival Talent Buyers panel on the same day. Visiting panelists include Ashley Moran (Halifax Pop Explosion), Kerry Clarke (Calgary Folk Music Festival), and Lindsay Shedden (Sled Island).

Throughout the year, Manitoba Music produces special showcases of local talent for the guest speakers from the MusicWorks professional development workshop series. The series presents experienced music industry veterans and hot new trend setters speaking on the most important topics for today’s artists and music industry entrepreneurs. These showcase events offer Manitoba acts a unique opportunity to perform for and network with leading music industry professionals.