Date: Jul 5, 2025
Award-winning East Coast folk icons J.P. Cormier and Dave Gunning are bringing their beloved blend of storytelling, musicianship, and Maritime charm to the Sunset Series for what promises to be an unforgettable evening of live music. Opening the show will be rising talent Alexander Anderson, whose fresh sound and heartfelt lyrics have been turning heads across the region. J.P. Cormier and Dave Gunning, both celebrated individually for their decades-long careers, are even more captivating as a duo. With a seamless mix of guitar mastery, harmony-rich vocals, and genuine camaraderie, their performances resonate deeply with fans of authentic folk and roots music. Don’t miss your chance to be part of one of Cape Breton’s most magical summer traditions, the Sunset Series at Inverness County Centre for the Arts.
6:30-10:30pm | $30 (General Admission) / $45 (VIP All Access)
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