Music has always been at the heart of Métis culture.

It brings people together through rhythm, storytelling, and celebration.

Swing by the Atrium in the Roblin Centre at the Exchange District Campus for a lively fiddle and guitar performance by Jason Lepine and Ben Page! Grab some tea and bannock, and soak in the sounds of a tradition that’s been passed down for generations.

• Friday, Feb. 17 • 12pm – 1pm
• Atrium, Roblin Centre, Exchange District Campus

No registration required.

Remember: next week, Monday, Feb. 20 is Louis Riel Day and RRC Polytech campuses are closed.

About Jason Lepine

Jason Lepine is a Métis fiddle champion and recording artist born and raised in Portage La Prairie who now lives in Winnipeg. Métis traditional fiddling was passed on to Jason by his dad, Garry Lepine, a Métis and Manitoba Fiddle Hall of Famer. He taught himself by ear and started fiddling at 7 years old.

Jason’s forté is playing for Red River jigging and square dance groups. He judges competitions, teaches lessons, and plays for all types of functions.