Prince Edward Islander, Olivia Blacquiere has an extraordinary way of captivating audiences with stories told through song. Rooted in the Island’s rich cultural traditions, she draws inspiration from generations of step dancers, storytellers, and musicians who have nurtured her deep connection to music.
For Olivia, music starts at the heart. She was raised where PEI’s rugged red soil meets the gentle stillness of the sea : a place alive with kitchen parties, fiddle tunes, and stories shared from one generation to the next.
Whether lighting up a stage or sharing songs in everyday moments, Olivia embraces the joy of musical expression through her melodies on the piano and guitar, weaving heart and heritage into every note. Her voice carries the soul of her ancestors and the spirit of a new generation, blending timeless tradition with a deeply personal sound.
Explore Olivia’s vibrant mix of performances, classes, and gatherings. Where tradition meets creativity, and everyone’s invited to join in.
🎤 Musical Performances
Live shows featuring traditional and original music. Follow Olivia for solo sets, ensemble gigs, and collaborative concerts across a variety of venues. Step dancing can be woven into performances upon request! adding percussive energy and visual storytelling to the music.
💍 Wedding Music
Thoughtful, heartfelt live music for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and intimate receptions. Olivia offers traditional, contemporary, and original selections tailored to your love story. Whether you’re dreaming of a tender acoustic moment, or a joyful kitchen-party vibe, your day will be supported with warmth, joy and care.
🕊 Funeral & Celebration of Life Music
Music has a way of holding what words cannot. Olivia offers gentle, meaningful live music for funerals, memorials, and celebrations of life. With sensitivity and presence, she works with families to choose songs that honour memory, legacy, and love; creating space for reflection, comfort, and connection.
💃 Stepdance/ PodoRhythmie Classes
Olivia shares her generation-grown, Island-influenced steps with dancers of all levels and physical abilities. These classes focus on rhythmic, energetic movement that engages the body, mind, and soul. This gentle, PodoRhythmie filled class brings the joy of stepdance to a seated format, blending music, movement, and laughter.
🎶 Music Classes
Individual and group lessons available in piano, guitar, vocals, choir, and ukulele. Learn at your own pace in a welcoming, playful, and creative environment. Lessons focus on creative expression, safe exploration for all ages, and building core skills like rhythm, strumming, chords, and melody.
🌿 Community Events
Inclusive gatherings such as music jams, cultural workshops, storytelling nights, and seasonal celebrations. Come connect, create, and share in the joy of community.
📅 Check the calendar below regularly for upcoming classes, performances, and special events—and don’t forget to register early where required!
Explore a vibrant mix of creative offerings for all ages, abilities, and experience levels. Whether you're here to enjoy a performance, learn a new skill, or connect through community, there’s something for everyone.
Here’s what you’ll find:
Musical Performances, Stepdance Classes, PodoRhythmie Classes, Music Classes, Community Events
We’re so excited to have Michael Pendergast - part of our entertainment family for years - graciously donating his time to perform, alongside Olivia Blacquiere, whose island rooted storytelling and song will draw you in from the first note! It’s going to be a special morning filled with great music, great food, and an even better cause! There are still a few seats left at the table - grab your tickets on our website before they’re gone!
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Tide and Tales, 32 Harbourview Dr, North Rustico, PE C0A 1N0, North Rustico
can't get anymore local music than this! Afternoon music by the born and raised North Rustico 'Cricker' Olivia Blacquiere.
Olivia Blacquiere is a singer-songwriter from North Rustico whose music is rooted in the red dirt roads and salt air of her seaside hometown. Blending East Coast folk influences with heartfelt storytelling, Olivia crafts songs filled with mischief, memory, and the winding paths that shape who we become. Known for her warm stage presence, lively spirit, and genuine connection with audiences, she brings people together through music that feels both deeply relatable and unmistakably like home.
Tide and Tales, 32 Harbourview Dr, North Rustico, PE C0A 1N0, North Rustico
🎶 Introducing the June Patio Sessions- and we could not be more excited! ✨ We’re thrilled to launch our very first live music feature, and there’s no one we’d rather kick it off with than North Rustico’s own Olivia Blacquiere. A singer-songwriter rooted right here on the Island, Olivia brings East Coast folk, heartfelt storytelling, and a warmth that just feels like home. 🌊 Come pull up a chair on the patio and enjoy an afternoon of beautiful music, good vibes, and everything you love about a slow summer Monday. 🪑☀️ 📅 Bi-weekly Mondays, 1–3 p.m. • June 1 • June 15 • June 29 📍 Tide & Tales Bistro and Bookstore -32 Harbourview Drive, North Rustico See you there! 🎸
Live Music by Mother Daughter Duo Barb & Olivia
Fin Folk Food , 106 Beach Road, Grand Tracadie, Prince Edward Island C1A 1P0 Canada, Grand Tracadie
Live music afternoons at the Fin! 🎶 original music and singalong covers! 12:30-2
