BY SALT SPRING ARTS
Salt Spring Arts’ Summer Outdoor Concert Series presents its fifth vibrant performance of the season on Thursday, Aug. 14.
Acclaimed indie pop artist Ashleigh Ball is set to headline with local songwriter Tyger Jackson opening the free open-air event at Centennial Park in Ganges. Running from 6 to 8 p.m., this anticipated evening promises to build on this season’s reputation for uplifting midweek harbourfront concerts.
Ashleigh Ball, best known as the lead vocalist and flutist for Juno-nominated indie pop band Hey Ocean!, has cultivated a solo career distinguished by airy vocals and heartfelt songwriting. Her 2017 debut album Gold In You showcased a melodic fusion of pop, folk and electronic textures. Ball has since released three solo albums and continues to collaborate with various artists across different genres, contributing her distinctive voice and musicality to the electronic collective Lazy Syrup Orchestra, as well as the bass and flute dreamy dub trio TEAL.
Opening the evening is Salt Spring singer/songwriter Tyger Jackson, known for weaving introspective lyrics with emotive vocals. She crafts raw, heartfelt folk-country songs with indie soul — her voice carries wisdom, vulnerability and a presence you have to hear live.
As the fifth concert in the series, this event arrives after a string of performances ranging from Afro-pop global rhythms to flamenco. The series continues through Aug. 21, delivering free, high-quality acts every Thursday. The sixth annual Salt Spring Arts program underlines the organization’s commitment to building and nurturing the creative capacity of our community, making world-class performances accessible to all.
The Summer Outdoor Concert Series invites locals and visitors to pull up a lawn chair, stretch out on a blanket and share in the rhythm of the island. With sunset settling in and infectious joy spread across the green space at Centennial Park, each concert becomes more than a show — it’s a celebration of community, creativity and culture.
Don’t miss the final concert of the series the following week on Thursday, Aug. 21, featuring Empanadas Ilegales with Tommy Van Solo. For more info, visit saltspringarts.com/socs.