Watermark Music Series

The 2025 Watermark Music Series, a summer concert series curated by Sarah Segal-Lazar, brings together a wide range of musical styles performed by PEI artists. This series offers audiences a unique opportunity to experience world-class musical storytelling in an intimate and acoustically rich venue in the heart of North Rustico.

The next concert in the series, Swingin’ with the Rat Pack, takes the stage on August 10 at 7:30 pm. It’s a tribute to the golden age of cool—reimagined in an acoustic setting. Spotlighting the hits of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr., this concert strips back the big band swing to reveal the heart and soul of these classic songs. Featuring 2025 Music PEI Award winners Hikado and Carlie Howell, along with multilingual artist Jorge Peña, audiences will experience the swagger and sophistication of the Rat Pack in a whole new light.

The series finale, Golden Year: Hits of 1975, happens on August 24 at 7:30 pm. It’s a journey back to a musical revolution where rock, folk, and pop collided in unforgettable ways. From Fleetwood Mac’s dreamy harmonies to Stevie Wonder’s electrifying melodies and Bob Dylan’s poetic grit, this concert reimagines the biggest hits of 1975 in a stripped-down, acoustic style. Featuring PEI powerhouses Brielle Ansems, Nick Doneff, and Luisa Güiza, audiences can expect to soak up the spirit of ’75—when music was bold, the vibes were free, and every song told a story that still echoes 50 years later.

“This series is designed to celebrate the music that has shaped our cultural landscape, while offering a stage for exceptional artists to reinterpret and revive these timeless works,” says Sarah Segal-Lazar. “Each performance invites the audience on a journey — whether through the poetic heart of Canadian folk, the smooth charm of the Rat Pack era, or the transformative soundscape of 1975.”

Tickets are available at locarius.io/organizations/26 or by calling the box office at 902-963-3963.