Bill Werthmann

Saturday June 29

2:30 PM - 3:15 PM

Born in St John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, raised in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Bill Werthmann has spent the past 40+ years in Edmonton. Bill’s work in and passion for the folk/roots music community has been recognized and appreciated by artists and audiences from around the world. His Maritime roots are evident in his performance whether playing one of his own compositions or a song by one of his favorite writers from around the globe. His delivery is passionate, his words meaningful, his voice strong and honest and his message clear and one that needs to be heard. Bill is the Founder and Artistic Director of The Northern Lights Folk Club (A volunteer run, non-profit society, dedicated to the promotion of live acoustic roots music in the Edmonton area since 1998) and a singer-songwriter based in Edmonton. His repertoire includes original songs about people, places and their struggles and stories, but also likes to contribute to the true folk tradition of showcasing other writers’ songs with heart and passion, allowing for listeners to relate to the stories in their own way.