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Fusion Beats is a vibrant talent show that uplifts diverse student performances in music, dance and performance art. Hosted at the historic Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts, it brings together the ³Ô¹ÏÍø, Conestoga and Brantford communities.

Save the Date for the Live Event

Celebrate the best student performers in an unforgettable night of music, dance and community spirit on Nov. 19 at 7 p.m. at the Sanderson Centre for Performing Arts. 

While you wait, check out some highlights from our past events.

Call for Auditions

Your stage. Your voice. Your vibe.

Are you an up-and-coming musician, rapper and/or dancer? We're looking for Golden Hawks just like you to participate. Bring your best performance and be part of one of Brantford's most anticipated cultural events.

Thank You!

Auditions for Fusion Beats 2025 are now closed. Thank you to everyone who came out and shared their music and passion on the stage. Stay tuned for announcements for the 2025 lineup and headliner!

Kevin Davis, Branford Mayor

Past Shows Highlights

Fusion Beats 2024

The night was a celebration of student creativity, culture and community. The Sanderson Centre buzzed with energy, pride and applause to celebrate the return of Fusion Beats. 

Layla Staats, a powerful musician, filmmaker and activist from Six Nations, took to the stage with a soul-stirring performance that blended art and advocacy. 

Performers

• The Bald Parts of Their Hearts: Ashley Robertson and Brent Watts, ³Ô¹ÏÍø Social Work students, Musical duo
• Akhil Prabhu, ³Ô¹ÏÍø Criminology student, Guitarist
• Kaya Kanashiro, ³Ô¹ÏÍø UX Design student, Singer
• Sreekar Kanchi, ³Ô¹ÏÍø Master of Applied Computing student, Hindi Rap artist
• KAOS Dance Team, the Heartbeat of ³Ô¹ÏÍø Brantford
• Paromita Kar and Alex Iarocci, Music and dance duo
• Hadassah, Nigerian song
• Amanpreet Singh, Desi Hip Hop artist
• Karan Singh, Punjabi classical and folk songs

Sponsors

Fusion Beats 2024 was brought to you by The ³Ô¹ÏÍø Hub for Community Solutions, , , , and .

Fusion Beats 2023

As the very first Fusion Beats event, 2023 marked the beginning of a new tradition celebrating student creativity and cultural expression. The Sanderson Centre came alive with rhythm, movement and community spirit, laying the foundation for what's now an anticipated annual showcase in Brantford.

R.P.M. Dance Crew brought high-energy choreography and global flair through K-Pop, to our stage, setting the tone for an unforgettable launch.

Performers

• Makeda Kafele-Green, ³Ô¹ÏÍø Health Studies student, Singer
• Harman Singh Sandhu, Conestoga College student, Acoustic singer
• Conestoga College Bhangra Team, Bhangra dance crew
• Chandler Berardi, ³Ô¹ÏÍø alumnus, singer
• Gaurav Isai aka Garry, Conestoga College, Break dancer
• Ishmeet Singh, Conestoga College
• Onyedikachi Emmanuel-Kalu, ³Ô¹ÏÍø alumni, DJ
• Ines Sveltana Ngale Djocgoue, ³Ô¹ÏÍø student, MC
• Tarun Mullapudi, ³Ô¹ÏÍø student, MC

Sponsors

Fusion Beats 2023 was brought to you by The ³Ô¹ÏÍø Hub for Community Solutions, , , , and .