Internationally recognized and loved Bill Bourne, winner of three Junos was well known as mentor to many musicians, both in his adopted home of Edmonton and worldwide. Bill’s music is wide ranging, incorporating a variety of musical styles, including Indigenous, African, Cajun, Celtic, country, delta blues, flamenco, folk, funk, gospel, reggae, and worldbeat. 

Honouring Bill’s legacy of mentorship, New Moon Folk Club is known for providing significant opportunity for local emerging musicians. What better way to extend Bill Bourne’s legacy than to host a night of local Rising Stars, many of whom have personal connections to Bill? These Rising Stars are Sammy Volkov; Laurelle Kanji, Kaylin Kowalyshyn, Billie ZiZi; Kaiya Kodie, and Brianna Lizotte. The tribute concert is a songwriter in the round style.