QUARTETTO GELATO
July 16, 2009, FCP Park, King Street
12:15
Classical in training – eclectic by design – Quartetto Gelato not only thrills its audiences with its multi-instrument mastery, but also offers the bonus of a brilliant operatic tenor.
To quote the panel of critics at NPR, QG is “an amazing ensemble that achieves the nearly impossible: they play salon music with real style and classical music with real precision; Great chops and a commitment in all that they play.” We invite you to experience this musical feast of sight and sound! Welcome to the music of today’s “Renaissance Listener”!
For over a decade, this dazzling ensemble has enchanted audiences and critics worldwide with their exotic blend of musical virtuosity, artistic passion, and charismatic anecdotes. Classical in training – eclectic by design – Quartetto Gelato (QG) not only thrills its audiences with its multi-instrument mastery, but also offers the bonus of a brilliant operatic tenor. With a performance repertoire that travels the globe including classical masterworks, operatic arias, the sizzling energy of tangos, gypsy and folk songs, the group's theatrical stage presence and relaxed humor establishes an intimate rapport with audiences worldwide.
Web: www.quartettogelato.ca
JUSTIN HINES
July 23, 2009, FCP Park, King Street
12:15
Award-winning singer-songwriter JUSTIN HINES, celebrated by his fans for the empathy and elegance of his melodies, presents a set from his newly released CD CHASING SILVER, including the charting single “Say What You Will”.
Award-winning singer-songwriter JUSTIN HINES releases his new Chasing Silver, full-length song set, with the charting single, Say What You Will, June 2. Justin Hines is a natural communicator, celebrated by his fans for the empathy and elegance of his melodies, the intelligence of his lyrics and his intimate vocal style. Chasing Silver not only exceeds the combination of courage, emotional eloquence and universal accessibility that made his previous record, Sides, a significant breakthrough, but by further mastery of his craft, the new songs reinforce and extend Justin’s notoriously positive perspective and his compelling ability to empathize with people.
Web: www.justinhines.com
SIERRA NOBLE
July 30, 2009, FCP Park, King Street
12:15
Best known as a fiddle virtuoso who breezes through Celtic, Bluegrass, Jazz, and other styles of music with stunning ease, Sierra Noble is fast becoming one of Canada's most cherished singer-songwriters.
Best known as a fiddle virtuoso who breezes through every style of music with stunning ease, Sierra's breadth of playing experience is impressive despite her young age. She grabs her audiences with compelling contemporary performances which feature exceptional instrumentals, beautiful vocals, and her infectious and unforgettable down to earth charm.
Never one to rest on her laurels, it is no surprise that 19 year old Sierra wants to expand and develop her musical talents. With a new CD to her credit, aptly named Possibilites, Sierra's journey as a singer-songwriter is off to a very promising start. Her voice is a study in gorgeous contradictions - youthful and pure yet layered with subtle, smoky tones. Her songs speak of universal themes of love, longing and discovery wrapped in infectious melodies and delivered with sincerity and conviction.
Audiences will be delighted to know that Sierra does not abandon her first love on this disc – it also features two instrumentals - including a compelling duet with special guest Ashley MacIsaac.
Web: www.sierranoble.ca
IVANA SANTILLI
August 6, 2009, FCP Park, King Street
12:15
Ivana continues her musical journey exploring her crush on dance floor rhythms & grooves. Her new album, Santilli, is the same Ivana we know and love, reinvented.
Ivana Santilli, CP Records first lady of R&B is back with a fresh new sound, and 2009 is bound to be her year.
After honing her chops in her father’s wedding band, she burst onto the music scene while still a teenager as a member of the soul/funk group Bass is Base. The outfit released two successful and critically acclaimed albums, the latter with A&M Records, making waves both North and South of the border. Her debut solo release Brown proved equally as successful, showcasing her range as a tri-lingual (English, Italian and French) multi-instrumentalist (vocals, piano and trumpet). More recently, Ivana has been making noise on the charts again with the 70's influenced Been Thru This for which she earned a Juno nomination for best R&B recording.
Freshly signed to successful independent label CP Records, Ivana continues her musical journey exploring her crush on dance floor rhythms & grooves. Her forthcoming album, simply entitled Santilli, is the same Ivana Santilli we know and love, reinvented.
Santilli is a result of her experiences living in Toronto, London, England and New York. “The stories and energy of New York are what put new guts into my songs and what kick-started me writing again. This album is a new start.
On her first single, “Your Girl Tonight”, co-written with label mate Belly and producer Da Heala, her distinctive raspy vocals and the lush electric piano jazz chords remain her signature, but are underscored by a thumping disco beat. Santilli brings us a newer, shinier, spicier Ivana....
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Web: www.ivanasantilli.net
DALA
August 13, 2009, FCP Park, King Street
12:15
This talented pop-folk duo, touring with the likes of Jann Arden, Tom Cochrane, and Stuart McLean of the CBC’s Vinyl Café, bring the best of their new release, Everyone is Someone, to the FCP Park.
From their high school music class all the way to Massey Hall, Amanda and Sheila of Dala have come a long way in a short time. These two best friends have brought their signature style of acoustic pop music to audiences across Canada, touring with the likes of Jann Arden, Tom Cochrane, Matthew Good and most recently Stuart McLean of the CBC’s Vinyl Café. Dala's 2006 release, entitled "Angels and Thieves" and their 2007 release "Who Do You Think You Are" were nominated for four Canadian Folk Music Awards. Their videos have been featured on Bravo, CMT, Much More Music and MTV. Dala’s talent, energy, and wit are sure to keep audiences entertained and wanting more for years to come!
Web: www.dalagirls.com
