Music

Willow Switch is a dark folk music duo that embodies the crossroads of tradition and subversion. The band consists of saw-player and guitarist Andra Zlatescu and banjo player Robin Henry. Together they call upon the spirits of the land to create ambient haunting harmonies and sing open the doorways to other realms.

Their debut album, released in October 2023, is a musical journey through the dark spiritual dirges that evoke a sense of foreboding, much like a cold fog billowing down a mountain. Willow Switch’s melodies are equally eerie and captivating, luring listeners into the dark, uninhabited corners of the woodlands. Their sound has been called “doom-folk”, “heavy meadow”, “folk noir”, “the crossroads between Appalachian and Black Sabbath”. If you venture fearlessly into the secret heart of the forest you can find out for yourself.

At the core of Willow Switch’s music lies a deep reverence for folkloric stories. They spin tales of civilization lost and reclaimed by nature, exploring themes of grief for old almost-forgotten pathways, and weaving those threads of memory into dreaming up new futures. Through their music, Willow Switch seeks to carve out a new path in the folk music landscape, reviving the traditions of the past and breathing new life into them.

Join Willow Switch on their musical journey as they bring their unique brand of haunting folk music to the world. Let their music transport you to another realm, where spirits roam free and the ancient stories of the land are waiting to be told.

TUNES@NOON at The Aeolian is supported with thanks to The Paul Seed Fund through London Community Foundations and is a London UNESCO City of Music project.

Julianne Hobby is a Canadian singer and songwriter recognized for her crystalline vocals and dynamic performances. Julianne’s debut album, Country Lungs, showcases her sharp storytelling across both bright, contemporary tracks and songs steeped in country tradition.

Following its release, Julianne has performed her original music at the Calgary Stampede and has been featured on CBC Radio and radio stations across Ontario. She is creator of the joyful, live, holiday production Julianne Hobby’s Country Christmas Classic.

Originally from London, Ontario, her background includes professional ballet training at Canada’s National Ballet School, Sheridan’s Music Theatre program, productions with Opera Atelier, The Stratford Festival, Mirvish Productions, the North American touring company of The Wizard of Oz and more.

TUNES@NOON at the Aeolian is supported with thanks to the Paul Seed Fund through London Community Foundation and is a London UNESCO City of Music project.

Armed with little more than her lovelorn lyrics, a leaf-green guitar and a loose tongue, London Ontario songstress laika berdey is determined to get you singing along to her carefully calibrated blend of indie folk, emo rock and pop-punk.  A roster artist for the London Arts Council and the London Music Office, laika’s heartfelt melodies explore the ecstasies and disappointments of laying your heart in another’s hands (or at their feet) in a disconnected age of disposable interactions.

TUNES@NOON at the Aeolian is supported with thanks to the Paul Seed Fund through London Community Foundation and is a London UNESCO City of Music project.

Anne Moniz is a London-native singer-songwriter who has lent her talents to many local projects, most notably new-swing band Tell It To Sweeney, who has performed at such music festivals as London's Sun Fest, Toronto's Beaches Jazz Fest, Hillside Music Fest, and Northern Lights Festival Boréal. Winner of the 2025 Forest City London Music Award for Contemporary Singer-Songwriter Anne's solo material whispers a glimmer of California psychedelic folk mixed with a steadfast influence of Joni Mitchell and Joan Baez. Her lilting vibrato and heartfelt lyrics pull listeners in as a siren to the stone. She is currently cultivating her first official solo EP with co-creator and bassist Daniel Oniszeczko.

TUNES@NOON at the Aeolian is supported with thanks to the Paul Seed Fund through London Community Foundation and is a London UNESCO City of Music project.

Michael Trudgen is London's fingerstyle acoustic guitarist awarded Fan Favourite 2021 by the Forest City London Music Awards.  His instrumental stylings are a mix of folk, jazz, country, and indie rock.

TUNES@NOON at the Aeolian is supported with thanks to the Paul Seed Fund through London Community Foundation and is a London UNESCO City of Music project.

Join us for an evening of Soul, Blues, and Folk music! High energy songs combined with musical storytelling performed with a 7-piece band

Join us for an unforgettable evening with the sensational André Bisson, as he brings his unique blend of jazz, soul, and blues to our stage! Hailing from a small town in Northern Ontario, André has captivated audiences across England, Wales, Canada, the US, and Europe with his remarkable talent and magnetic presence.

With over 20 years in the music industry, André has released 10 studio albums and earned accolades including the “Male Vocalist of the Year” and a 2024 Maple Blues Award nomination for Songwriter of the Year. As the songwriter and arranger for his 7-piece band, he creates a captivating sound that combines soul, roots, blues, and R&B.

Don’t miss out on this chance to experience André Bisson's exceptional live show!

Based on the inspiring life of the first woman to enlist in the Canadian Army Medical Corp., 100 Years From Now tells the story of Canada’s coming of age in World War I through the eyes of two brothers and the women who love them.

Uplifting, humorous and emotional, with an original folk music score, dramatic storytelling and stunning archival imagery, this award-winning production from the creators of Tom Thomson’s Wake takes audiences on a journey from the Great Lakes to Vimy Ridge and beyond.

Audience Reviews:

“Stellar! Anyone who saw it will remember forever!”

“Sold out and received standing ovations and encores at each performance!"

"An emotional story… should be performed and shared as much as possible!”

Casey Rocket is an Austin-based comedian risen from the ashes of the speed freaks who came before him.

A southern belle by nature, Rocket’s comedy career began in the pool halls of South Georgia before his riff-flowers blossomed in the fertile soil of the Atlanta comedy scene.

Since moving to Texas in 2021, The Crab Man went from living in his Ford Escape to winning the inaugural Austin Comedy Competition. After his stinky little victory, Daft Rocket (as no one calls him) successfully auditioned to join the first class of Door Guys at Joe Rogan’s Comedy Mothership, where he performed alongside some of the biggest names in comedy. In early 2024, Rocket was named as the newest regular on Kill Tony.

Over the eons, Daft Rocket has brought his unique brand of comedy to SXSW, Skankfest Vegas, the Boston Comedy Festival, Aloha Comedy Festival, and many more.

Swedish-born, Canada-based songwriter Sarah MacDougall creates poetic, emotionally rich songs that blend folk, pop, and rock. A multiple award-winner and esteemed producer, Swedish magazine Nöjesguiden declared her: “one of Sweden’s best singer/songwriters” and Rootstime Belgium described her as “One of the greatest talents of our era”.

Originally from Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Lisa MacIsaac is a celebrated singer, songwriter, and multi- instrumentalist. A member of the award-winning duo “Madison Violet”, she has toured internationally for over two decades. As Madison Violet, they have received mass acclaim from outlets such as the BBC, CBC and NPR and were on Germany's WDR's list of "Best Bands Of All Time". Lisa will have you both laughing and wiping your tears at her storytelling, and tapping your toes.

A JUNO Award-winning songwriter from Prince Edward Island, Catherine MacLellan is known for her deeply personal, place-rooted songs and captivating live performances. With seven albums to her name, her work spans intimate ballads to anthemic reflections on life, and she continues to honour her songwriting roots, including the legacy of her father, Gene MacLellan (“Snowbird“, “Put Your Hand in the Hand”).

This internationally touring band of celebrated songwriters greets every stage with a genuine, quirky presence and unbottled chemistry. Their sibling harmonies and familial banter quickly connect them to their audience. Whether The Pairs are playing an intimate house concert or a sold-out show at a Performing Arts Centre, these classically trained vocalists make it their mission to use three-part harmony and honest storytelling as powerful tools that soften and connect us.

In October 2025, The Pairs released their fourth studio album, Together on a Rock, capturing the authentic, minimalistic, and acoustic performance style the trio has become known for. The album reached the top 10 on the FAI Folk Charts for three months, earned SiriusXM airplay, and led to a feature on Q with Tom Power. The group continues an exciting touring and recording schedule into 2026/27.