Three Autistic Musicians Walk Into a Bar

Three Autistic Musicians Walk Into a Bar brings Vincent Bishop, Erin Adair, and Spencer Scharf to Avant-Garde Bar for a night of music by autistic folk musicians in celebration of a belated Autistic Pride Day. Expect original songs, covers, stories, and whatever else happens when you give an autistic person a microphone.

Whether you're autistic yourself, have autistic family or friends, or simply enjoy live music, you're welcome to join the evening. Proceeds are donated to Autistics for Autistics (A4A), an autistic-led organization advocating for autistic rights, self-advocacy, and policy change.

The Performers

• Erin Adair — Ottawa folksinger, multi-instrumentalist, and community song leader. A CBC Searchlight Top 4 finalist and Canadian Folk Music Award nominee who has played Mariposa, Bluesfest, Folkfest, Jazzfest, and the NAC's Fourth Stage.
• Spencer Scharf — Ottawa-based folk, rock, and blues multi-instrumentalist known for his one-man-band shows on guitar, banjo, mandolin, ukulele, keyboard, harmonica, and vocals. A repeat performer at Ottawa Bluesfest and CityFolk.
• Vincent Bishop — Ottawa-based bilingual folk/country singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. A Carleton music graduate with three albums, nominated annually for Francophone Artist of the Year at the CMAOntario Awards since 2022.

Details

• When: Tuesday, June 23, 2026, 7:00–10:15 pm
• Admission: $20, pay what you can. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.
• Proceeds: Donated to Autistics for Autistics (A4A).

Accessibility

Avant-Garde Bar has two steps to enter and is not wheelchair-accessible. As a bar environment, expect crowd noise, amplified music, and general sensory intensity. Ear protectors, earplugs, and some sensory items/fidgets will be available. For specific access questions, contact the organizers at [email protected].