Derina Harvey Band
Applicant Details
Application ID:
23193
Applicant first:
Craig
Applicant last:
Knudsen
Contact Info:
Owner
Knudsen Productions
510-549-1777
Mailing Address:
1737 Blake St
Berkeley
CA
94703
US
Performer Details
Derina Harvey Band
Representation:
Agent
Last showcase:
Last application
Category:
Music
Category subgenre:
Subgenre 1:
Subgenre 2:
Folk/Bluegrass/Americana
Celtic Rock; Contemporary Folk
Based in:
AB
CA
Origin:
Perf. Type:
PerformingGroup
Identifies as:
Phone:
(780) 619-1876
Website(s):
Performer Description
The Derina Harvey Band is a Celtic Rock group that has been described as a rockier version of Great Big Sea - if fronted by Adele! The band offers a fresh take on traditional folk tunes as well as their own original contemporary folk songs. Their upbeat live show features powerful lead vocals from Derina Harvey backed by a vacuum-tight band. They toured across North America in support of their 2023 release "Waves of Home", winning fans over and earning an ECMA for "Fans' Choice Entertainer of the Year" in 2024 and two nods for CFMAs in 2025.
Support Materials
Showcase Description
In this show, Derina’s vibrant personality takes centre stage with her humour, engaging storytelling, and powerful vocals all backed by an amazing instrumental ensemble and rich blend of harmonies. The repertoire includes both original songs and fresh takes on traditional favourites from the Celtic/Folk genre.
In addition to musical excerpts from three full-length albums, the showcase has a variety of segments that highlight both quiet and lively moments from the full show - everything from Derina sharing an intimate solo piece to a rollicking full-band performance.
The entire show is suitable for all ages and adaptable for any venue; whether it's a captivating night of storytelling through song in a Performing Arts Center or a dinner and dance in a community hall.
Would this artist like to be considered for Quick-Pitch?
yes
Work Samples
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Application Files
Application filenames:
ID023193-derina-harvey-band-performerphoto.jpg
ID023193-derina-harvey-band-pressphoto.jpg
ID023193-derina-harvey-band-biography.pdf
ID023193-derina-harvey-band-epk.pdf
ID023193-derina-harvey-band-stage.pdf
ID023193-derina-harvey-band-itinerary.docx
ID023193-derina-harvey-band-supplementary.pdf
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Supplementary Files
Filename (also listed above):
ID023193-derina-harvey-band-supplementary.pdf
Supplementary file description
The supplementary file contains two letters of reference: one from Skip Taylor, Performing Arts Coordinator for the Organization of Saskatchewan Arts Councils (OSAC) and one from Steve Derpack (former director at Arts Touring Alliance of Alberta).
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General Touring Info
Performance Fees
1 show
$9,000 USD
2-3 shows
$7,000 USD
4-7 shows
$5,000 USD
8+ shows
Higher Than $4,000 USD
Touring Performers:
5
Rooms Needed:
3
Please answer indicate that your 2 most viable touring months in the upcoming season(s).
November, April* *these are the most viable, but all other time periods will be considered as well.
Community & Educational Outreach
During our visit to your community, dHb can provide an educational matinee performance that combines music, stories, and education. It can be adapted for children, local performance groups, and assisted living facilities.
The matinee is 45-60 min and includes:
Fun music jargon - a few terms to learn through practical use
Choreographed group engagement - sing/dance-along parts to fun shanty songs
Songwriting insight - stories of how our songs are created; initial idea to finished piece
Content also touches on themes of folklore, self-esteem, and where to find help when you need it. We discuss the differences and commonalities between the local community and our authentic experiences and traditions growing up on Canada's East Coast.
Is an outreach performance included in your mainstage performance fee?
No. The cost of an added outreach is "negotiable". The final cost of an added outreach is contingent upon the location, duration, whether or not the outreach is "day-of-concert", tech involved, etc etc. The general fee range for this type of offering standardly falls in the $500-$1000 USD range.
Other Offerings
Residencies,Workshops,School Programming,Christmas Shows
Promotion Publicity
We provide a range of marketing materials and will do everything we can to help maximize audience engagement. We can:
- provide photos, links to content (e.g. performance footage, streaming links) to share with your audience
- be available for local radio, podcasts, newspapers, TV to discuss our music and upcoming performances (in-person or virtual pre-show engagements)
- promote your event across our website and social media channels and cross-promote your social media posts to amplify reach
Promotional filenames (also listed above):
ID023193-derina-harvey-band-performerphoto.jpg
ID023193-derina-harvey-band-pressphoto.jpg
ID023193-derina-harvey-band-biography.pdf
ID023193-derina-harvey-band-epk.pdf
ID023193-derina-harvey-band-stage.pdf
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Tech Information
Performance Load Strike Time
90 load / 45 strike
Tech Requirements Files
ID023193-derina-harvey-band-stage.pdf
ID023193-derina-harvey-band-lights.jpg
ID023193-derina-harvey-band-sound.pdf
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Additional Tech Requirements
We will have an image (the band's logo) that we would like to put on a projector screen behind the band if a projector and screen are available.
Note that we will require backline (i.e. bass amp, electric guitar amp, 4-piece drum set) for our showcase.