Ken Whiteley

I’m off to the Sivananda Ashram Yoga Campin Val Morin for yoga workshops and a gospel concert on July 31st.

This week I’m doing a children’s concert in Cramahe on Tuesday, July 21st from 11:30am to 12:30pm.

For all of our Toronto & GTA friends and family, my outdoor show with fiddler Rosalyn Dennett at Ward’s Island Cafe has been moved from Friday (thunderstorm forecast) to Saturday, July 18th from 4pm to 6pm. Hope to see some of you there. I am also looking forward to doing a children’s concert in Cramahe on Tuesday, July 21st from 11:30am to 12:30pm.

I will be in the recording studio in July with Joanna Chapman-Smith working on her new Folktales recording. I’ve also been collaborating with Sufi master musician Davod Azad on a new project and that work is ongoing.

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I’ll be at the Sivananda Ashram Yoga Ranchnear Woodbourne, N.Y. from July 3 – 5 for a concert and some workshops. There’s a clip below from the Sivananda Ashram Retreat in the Bahamas where I sing a medley of “Bright Side” and “Another Day’s Journey”.

I will be in the recording studio in July with Joanna Chapman-Smith working on her new Folktales recording. I’ve also been collaborating with Sufi master musician Davod Azad on a new project and that work is ongoing.

June!

I’ll be in the recording studio in June with Kathy Reid Naiman, working on a new recording for young children. This will be our 13th together. I’ve also been collaborating with Sufi master musician Davod Azad on a new project and that work is ongoing.

Later in the month I’ll be heading to the States. Ken Whiteley & The Beulah Band will be performing at the Old Songs Festival near Albany, N.Y. June 26 -28. Check out some music, including tracks from the new CD, on my soundcloud channel and 2 music videos below.

Then I’ll be at the Sivananda Yoga Ranchnear Woodbourne, N.Y. July 3 – 5 for a concert and some workshops. Here’s a clip from the Sivananda Ashram Retreat in the Bahamas where I sing a medley of “Bright Side” and “Another Day’s Journey”.

GOSPEL MUSIC MAKES ME FEEL ALRIGHT… For more about Ken’s gospel music go to Ken’s Gospel page.

Burlington…

TODAY! Saturday, June 6th I’m joining American Blues Hall of Fame inductee James Anthony & his band for an afternoon of bluesy fun at the Black Swan Pub in Burlington. Music from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Waldorf fundraiser & the Black Swan…

Friday, June 5th I’ll be taking part in a fundraising concert along with Maryem Tollar and others at the Waldorf Academy, Toronto. Tickets available from the Waldorf office, at the door or online at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1626881. Saturday, June 6th I’m joining American Blues Hall of Fame inductee James Anthony & his Band for an afternoon of bluesy fun at the Black Swan Pub in Burlington.

An Artists’ Affair Inspiried by Glen Gould.A fundraising gala in support of the Al & Malka Green Artists’ Health Centre and Artists’ Health Alliance. Hosted by Heather Bambrick with performances by Marc Jordan, Robert Scott, Broadsway, RH Thomson, Shawn Byfield, Ken Whiteley, Glenn Gould Remix Project. Wed., May 27 at The Carlu, 444 Yonge St., 7th Floor, Toronto. 6 p.m. reception, 7 p.m. dinner

Ken Whiteley and the Beulah Band’s new self-titled CD is now available from Ken’s Store.

THIS SATURDAY! Ken and bassist Dennis Pendrith will be part of the first annual Spirit of Yorkville Festival at the Pilot Tavern, 22 Cumberland St. Ken’s set starts at 1 p.m. Also sharing the bill are Brian Gladstone, Tony Quarrington, Fergus Hambleton, Klas Van Graft, Beverley Robertson. Afternoon show tickets $15. at www.spiritofyorkville.com

THIS SATURDAY! Ken and bassist Terry Wilkins offer up a few songs at the 2nd annual Toronto GMO-Free Festival in Christie Pits. Come join the celebration of Ontario’s rapidly growing non-GMO organic food movement. Ken and Terry go on stage at 3 p.m. but the event runs from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. with speakers and an organic farmer’s market.

THIS SATURDAY! Ken recently produced the debut recording of a fantastic new Toronto-based indie-folk band, Crooked House Road. Their music flows with delicious lush harmonies, captivating storytelling, a bluesy backdrop and a modern indie feel. You can pick up the CD starting 8 p.m. Saturday night at the Cadillac Lounge, 1296 Queen St. W. Tickets $10 in advance from the band’s website or $12 at the door.

Ken Whiteley and the Beulah Band’s new self-titled CD is now available from Ken’s Store.

MAY 27! An Artists’ Affair Inspiried by Glen Gould.A fundraising gala in support of the Al & Malka Green Artists’ Health Centre and Artists’ Health Alliance. Hosted by Heather Bambrick with performances by Marc Jordan, Robert Scott, Broadsway, RH Thomson, Shawn Byfield, Ken Whiteley, Glenn Gould Remix Project. Wed., May 27 at The Carlu, 444 Yonge St., 7th Floor, Toronto. 6 p.m. reception, 7 p.m. dinner.

Today @ 2 p.m. Ontario Scene Festival,May 10 at NAC Fourth Stage, Ottawa. Ken hosts the gospel matinee concert extravaganza featuring guest vocalists The Fabulous Levy Sisters, Sharon Riley, Samantha Martin, with harp virtuoso Mike Stevens and the Beulah Band. You may buy a festival pass or just this concert. Tickets at the door.

Ken Whiteley and the Beulah Band’s new self-titled CD is available from Ken’s Store.