The Homegrown Hideaway Songwriters Rounds gathers songwriters from surrounding communities and brings them together for an intimate concert with heartfelt storytelling.

Curated by Nolan Gibson, the goal is to gather a unique mix of artists and perspectives all under one roof, and provide a quiet listening experience for the audience and performers alike. Each round four songwriters will take turns performing an original song and providing insight into their writing process. Time should allow for four to six rounds, with a brief intermission in between.

Let’s meet the songwriters:

Amber Banks

Music flows through singer-songwriter Amber Banks. Inspired by folk, roots, soul, and americana music, her uniquely timeless voice captivates audiences. Complimented by lush, melodic fingerstyle guitar playing, her performances promise dynamic vocals, magical ambience, and an authentic, evocative music-going experience.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sweetambersings
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YouTube: https://youtube.com/@sweetambersings

Rick St. Clair

The voice of Rick St. Clair resonates with the weight of a heart-worn and weathered soul. His songs reflect on life’s joys and hardships, and give voice to quiet truths. His musical sensibilities take root in the introspective lyricism of yesteryear’s folk, and the melancholic melodies of country and blues. Rick weaves a sonic tapestry of his own.
Rick has quietly honed his craft over the years, writing songs in the confines of solitude. His debut performance took place at the storied Mariposa Folk Festival on July 5th and 6th, 2025 – a milestone that marked the beginning of his outward musical journey.

On January 17th, 2026, Rick released his song Wildflowers, a deeply personal piece inspired by the physical and spiritual medicine found in wildflowers. His lyrics reflect on the harmony between land, people, and his Red River Métis identity.
When not performing or recording his music, Rick gives back to the community by hosting a concert series titled Listen Up, dedicated to fostering a space for emerging artists to perform for audiences who truly listen.

Website: https://rickstclair.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rickst.clair_
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YouTube: https://youtube.com/@rickst.clairmusic

Nicole Cerminira

Website: https://linktr.ee/nicolecerminara
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolecerminara/
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YouTube: https://youtube.com/@nicolecerminara

Nolan Gibson

Blending a foundation in roots music with a curiosity for the undiscovered, songwriter Nolan Gibson creates music that is grounded in tradition, yet embraces the present times we live in. Nolan’s eclectic voice and guitar playing allow him to blur genre lines, and his lyrics will make you smile, laugh, cry, roll your eyes, and most importantly, feel.

In his 14-year career, Nolan has had the pleasure of opening for Canadian legend David Wilcox, and torch bearers of traditional folk Ian Bell and Lotus Wight. In addition to his own career as an artist, Nolan has played a support role in a number of other musical projects, and has earned a final ballot nomination for ‘Musician of the Year’ from CMAOntario.

If you’re lucky, he’ll even sing you a song about a spicy Octopus named Jeremy!

Website: https://linktr.ee/nolangibsonmusic
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nolangibsonmusic
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YouTube: https://youtube.com/@nolangibsonofficial