Holiday

Shantero Productions Presents: A Lunch At Allen's Christmas

MURRAY McLAUCHLAN, CINDY CHURCH, MARC JORDAN and IAN THOMAS

A LUNCH AT ALLEN’S CHRISTMAS

Tickets On Sale Friday, September 22!

A Lunch At Allen’s  Christmas is an enchanting seasonal journey filled with stories, humour and a vast array of superbly-crafted songs – some traditional I’ll Be Home for Christmas, others thought-provoking, Marc’s Sober Up For Christmas, many familiar, like Murray’s Old Tin Star and Ian’s Zuzu’s Petals – creating a bluesy, jazz, pop synergy that warms the heart and soothes the soul. The true essence of Christmas!

Lunch At Allen’s is a musical powerhouse comprising four internationally renowned Canadian talents: Murray McLauchlan, Cindy Church, Marc Jordan and Ian Thomas. While songs like Murray’s Farmer’s Song, Marc’s Marina Del Rey and Ian’s Painted Ladies form our collective life soundtrack, as individuals, these artists have also penned hits for Bon Jovi, Josh Groban, Chicago, Bonnie Raitt, America, Santana, Cher, Diana Ross and Rod Stewart. The icing on the Lunch At Allen’s cake, however, is the expressive, poetic voice of Cindy Church (Quartette, Great Western Orchestra) … together their familiarity and camaraderie, their exquisite harmonies and sheer volume of combined musical talent adds up to a delectable evening’s entertainment.

Zuzu’s Petals – Lunch At Allen’s Christmas album hits #1!!” – Folk Alliance International

“You would be hard pressed to find another Canadian ensemble with more collective depth of influence over Canada’s musical landscape than Lunch At Allen’s.” – The Beat Magazine

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$78.50 Advanced PRICE INCLUDES TAXES & FEES
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Steven Taetz's Christmas Celebration

Steven Taetz and friends celebrate the sounds of the season during an evening full of Christmas classics and holiday hits. The crooner and songwriter mixes a cool cocktail of vocal jazz, roots, and soul to each performance, alongside award-winning musicians. JazzTimes Magazine calls Taetz "a unique, arresting talent.” Previous performances include mainstage performances at Waterloo Jazz Festival, Ottawa Bluesfest, National Arts Centre (Ottawa), Capital Pride Washington D.C., L'Astral Theatre (Montreal), Rockwood Music Hall (NYC), and Rochester International Jazz Festival. Friends and family will enjoy this night of festive fun!

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Aeolian Hall
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$35 Advanced $40 Doors
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The Legendary Patsy Cline Christmas Show

This Christmas Season, Amberley Beatty is back as Patsy Cline and embracing the spirit of Christmas. Sing along to all of your favourite Patsy Cline hits including many timeless Christmas classics that will surely warm your heart.  Bringing you home for Christmas with Amberley Beatty, star of The Legendary Patsy Cline Christmas Show.

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Aeolian Hall
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$54 Advanced
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Joy & Peace: A London Gospel Collective Christmas Concert

London Gospel Collective is a new choir that first came together in April 2022. LGC is a diverse, spiritual community uniting through the power of worship and gospel music, performing songs from the gospel genre and in the gospel style. The people in the choir and the songs that they sing emphasize hope and unity through faith. Their vision is to see gospel music more widely integrated into expressions of worship in London, ON faith communities, to create a space for diverse people - especially people of colour, to authentically express themselves in worship, and to increase the representation of worship styles and worship leaders in the city of London.

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Aeolian Hall
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$15 Advanced $20 Doors
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Good Lovelies Christmas Tour

This December, the Good Lovelies will once again be taking their annual Christmas show across Ontario and bringing their classic holiday songs, timeless winter selections, and original material to London!

Accompanying the Good Lovelies (Caroline Brooks, Kerri Ough and Susan Passmore) is a stunning backing band of some of Canada's finest musicians. As a six-piece ensemble, this band will have you tapping your feet, laughing, and singing along by the end of the show. This is a must-see concert.

The Good Lovelies first united in 2006 for a one-off performance and has since compiled a catalogue of studio albums, EPs, a live album and a Christmas collection. They have toured extensively across Canada, the US, Europe, UK, and Australia and have earned a JUNO Award, a Juno Nomination and four Canadian Folk Music Awards along the way.

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Aeolian Hall
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$45 Advanced $50 Doors
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Pride Men's Chorus London: Music of the Heart

“Music is the language of the spirit. It opens the secret of life bringing peace, abolishing strife.”
― Kahlil Gibran

If ever there was a time when we need music, it’s now.  Pride Men’s Chorus London is proud to present an inspiring program with “Music of the Heart”; music to help us be inspired and sweep us away from the world’s stresses.

This program will feature music about love and beauty.  You can also expect some seasonal delights!

Come join us as we “Sing Out” and be transported by the magic of song!

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Aeolian Hall
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$25 Advanced $30 Doors
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Good Lovelies Christmas Tour

This December, the Good Lovelies will once again be taking their annual Christmas show across Ontario and bringing their classic holiday songs, timeless winter selections, and original material to London!

Accompanying the Good Lovelies (Caroline Brooks, Kerri Ough and Susan Passmore) is a stunning backing band of some of Canada's finest musicians. As a six-piece ensemble, this band will have you tapping your feet, laughing, and singing along by the end of the show. This is a must-see concert.

The Good Lovelies first united in 2006 for a one-off performance and has since compiled a catalogue of studio albums, EPs, a live album and a Christmas collection. They have toured extensively across Canada, the US, Europe, UK, and Australia and have earned a JUNO Award, a Juno Nomination and four Canadian Folk Music Awards along the way.

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Aeolian Hall
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$45 Advanced $50 Doors
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Good Lovelies - Christmas Concert

This December, the Good Lovelies will be taking their annual Christmas show across Ontario and bringing their classic holiday songs, timeless winter selections, and original material to your town! Following 2020’s virtual Christmas tour, the band are excited to be performing for you in person and to help ring in the holiday season with friends and family.

Accompanying the Good Lovelies (Caroline Brooks, Kerri Ough and Susan Passmore) is a stunning backing band of some of Canada's finest musicians. As a six-piece, this band will have you tapping your feet, laughing, and singing along by the end of the show. This is a must-see concert.

The Good Lovelies first united in 2006 for a one-off performance and has since compiled a catalogue of studio albums, EPs, a live album and a Christmas collection. They have toured extensively across Canada, the US, Europe, UK, and Australia and have earned a JUNO Award (2010), a Juno Nomination (2012) and four Canadian Folk Music Awards along the way.

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Aeolian Hall
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$45 Advanced $50 Doors
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Rant Maggie Rant - Frost & Fire

Rant Maggie Rant brings an arsenal of instruments, styles and substance to their shows with versatility and virtuosity. The Stratford, Ontario band's personality shines through as a collective of unique and different artists in their own right, the sum of which create unforgettable moments on stage. For more than a decade this multi-award winning band has consistently roused audiences from coast to coast.

While Rant Maggie Rant sticks close to the musical roots of Ireland and Scotland, as well as the other 5 Celtic nations and Canada's East Coast traditions, these melodies are usually supported by the band's unique fusion of hand-drumming, dub/jazz bass, soaring vocals, harmonies and folk/blues/rock guitar.

This year's Frost & Fire show includes some beautiful seasonal and not-often heard holiday songs, and a good mix of Rant Maggie Rant regular repertoire that will get you in the spirit!

Traditionalists love their approach as they perform time honoured tunes in a contemporary way with an energy that will make you want to dance and rediscover your roots. With the addition of some not-so-traditional instruments, the African djembe, the Middle Eastern doumbek and Peruvian cajon to compliment the percussive underpinnings driving the rhythm, guitar and bass approach from more contemporary and urban styles - folk, rock, jazz, dub and blues.  Traditional melodies, Latin and Mediterranean rhythms, heartfelt shanties, revved up tempos and unexpected time changes all collide in original and contemporary compositions, often blending together to deliver an intoxicating performance.

Welcome to the Aeolian Phoenix Sessions

The Aeolian Phoenix Sessions take centre stage... in the comfort of your own home. Every month we premier at least four productions recorded at Aeolian's studios or in the artist's home. The Aeolian Phoenix Sessions are intended to provide patrons with a cross-section of the music going experience. From classical to jazz, rock to country, and bluegrass to folk, the Sessions aim to bring music back into your home and heart. This month... featuring:
  • Riseup TV
  • CM Justice/colton  moore
  • swagger
  • john d. Huston's a christmas carol and the pride men's chorus london
  • rant maggie rant
  • new year's eve with sarah smith
Interested in one show only? Trust us: you'll like what you see. Try the Phoenix Sessions all month and experience a few productions that you might never have seen in person. Our goal was to reignite live music and get artists on stage, technicians behind the soundboard and our patrons on their feet listening to extraordinary talent in extraordinary times.

Terms and Conditions

Membership to the Phoenix Sessions is $20 per month (automatically recurring) and you select the productions you wish to enjoy. Though membership renews automatically, patrons must validate their membership number every month to receive an access code for each new set of productions by email. This process is not automatic. Patrons will receive their first access code immediately upon registration. An access code is only good for one calendar month. Validation instructions are contained in the Membership tab on this page, in our weekly newsletter and in the monthly rollover announcement sent by the Aeolian Box Office. We do not have a multi-viewer pass. If you plan to safely watch with friends or family, please consider donating to further offset the costs associated with these productions. Tickets to individual productions are not available. If you do not intend to subscribe for longer than one month, refunds will not be provided to patrons who forget to cancel their membership or who have not read the terms and conditions: membership renewal is automatic every 30 days. This information is noted on every ticketing page, on event pages and marketing, on event posters and in our weekly newsletter. It is important to read information carefully before joining so as to not misunderstand how membership works. Upon registration and after monthly validation, you will receive a confirmation email including a link that you will use each time you wish to view a performance. Save that link… or follow instructions at www.aeolianhall.ca/phoenix to receive it again. Shows will be available on the date and time specified on Aeolian's website. PRODUCTIONS ARE AVAILABLE FOR A MAXIMUM OF TWO WEEKS AFTER PREMIER. IF YOU ARE PURCHASING MORE THAN 30 DAYS BEFORE THE MONTH BEGINS, YOU WILL BE BILLED EVERY 30 DAYS AS A RECURRING MEMBER. IF YOU ARE SPECIFICALLY INTERESTED IN AN INDIVIDUAL MONTH, PLEASE PURCHASE  YOUR PASS ON FIRST OF THE MONTH. Payment is final. No refunds will be offered.
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Tara Dunphy

Tara Dunphy’s musical career began at the early age of three, standing on a stool playing her tin whistle to a crowded pub. She’s come a long way since then, gracing the stages of The Grand Theatre, Centennial Hall, Aeolian Hall and countless festivals and events.

After winning more than 25 gold medals in international Irish Music competition Tara went on to a career as a touring musician, playing all across North America, England and Ireland. She has performed with Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member Wanda Jackson since 2004 as well as fronting one of Canada’s top roots music acts, The Rizdales.

With her family based in London, Ontario, Tara has put her focus back to playing locally. She continues to share her talents performing at concerts and festivals as well as being an in demand soloist for weddings, funerals and other personal events.

“Tara’s voice is full of character and longing and more harrowing heartache than you'll ever want.” Eye Magazine, Toronto, Ontario

Exclaim! Magazine calls Tara’s playing “Bold and Classic”

Canadian Brass
In its 49th season, the game-changing Canadian Brass has performed in virtually every major concert hall in the world, been seen by hundreds of millions of people on television, sold 2 million of its approximately 100 albums worldwide, and contributed nearly 600 new works and arrangements to the brass quintet repertoire. Renowned for genre-bending versatility and joyous performances, the award-winning Brass is almost single-handedly responsible for elevating the art of the brass quintet to what it is today. Canadian Brass is made up of five extraordinary talents: visionary founder, tuba legend and business specialist Chuck Daellenbach plus four top brass stars—Caleb Hudson and Brandon Ridenour (trumpets), Achilles Liarmakopoulos (trombone) and Jeff Nelsen (horn). Beyond their unparalleled musicality, each player possesses the creativity, good humour and love of performing that is the ensemble’s hallmark. In addition to a non-stop touring and recording schedule, Canadian Brass is continually innovating to expand the brass repertoire, satisfy and challenge a loyal fan base, and use new media to connect to audiences worldwide. They provide extensive educational outreach under the banners “Effortless Performance” and “Shape Your Musical Destiny,” the latter which helps emerging musicians navigate the brave new world of self-production and promotion. Canadian Brass performs on 24-karat gold-plated Canadian Brass Collection instruments.

COVID PREPAREDNESS

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU Immunization and Safety Measures The Aeolian Hall follows best practices in safety and immunization for all employees, volunteers, patrons and guests who participate in our programming or enter The Aeolian or its buildings. Our immunization policy – as well as decisions on social distancing, masking, etc. – are guided by legislation of the Province of Ontario and recommendations of the Middlesex London Health Unit. Due to the changing nature of the environment and the resultant public health policy changes, our policy is subject to change at any time without notice. Our immunization policy and safety measures can be found online at: COVID POLICY and SAFETY MEASURES
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El Sistema Aeolian

EL SISTEMA AEOLIAN IS PART OF A GLOBAL MOVEMENT DESIGNED TO OFFER FREE UNIVERSAL ACCESS TO AN INTENSIVE COLLABORATIVE MUSIC PROGRAM.

  There are millions of participants in over 80 countries and the program has spread across Canada quickly. Canadian Provincial and National Associations are forming. Our local program offers five days of instruction to our participants including orchestra, choir and piano lessons. Meals and snacks are also provided. Our participants give approximately 10-20 concerts per year in various settings.

OUR MISSION

GIVING MUSIC TO EVERYONE

The arts enlighten, inspire and transform individuals, helping us build strong, healthy and vibrant communities. El Sistema Aeolian provides an opportunity for children, youth and their communities to experience a free, intensive, innovative and accessible after school music program. We provide expert instruction in a nurturing, safe and inclusive environment allowing participants to develop their full social and musical potential.

OUR VISION

A WORLD FILLED WITH MUSIC

We see a world in which all children and youth experience the joy and inspiration of music. The skills they will learn are transferable and include social engagement, inclusiveness, leadership, pursuit of excellence and creative learning styles. These skills and pathways will open new horizons and alternative pathways for these young people. It will assist them to achieve their full potential and enrich our communities.