Ken Whiteley

Stunning Vocal Prowess this weekend @ Hugh’s Room! Ken welcomes jazz songstress Dione Taylor, performer/composer/broadcaster Andrew Craig, singer/songwriter/composer David Wall and bassist George Koller on Sunday, Feb. 22nd at Hugh’s Room, 2261 Dundas Street West, Toronto. Music from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch reservations and/or concert tickets are available now from Hugh’s Room (416) 531-6604. Special rates for groups of 10 or more. Tickets available at the door. For guest artist bios go to Ken’s Gospel Music page.

Reflections on the passage of time and readiness seem appropriate for the beginning of a new year. Here’s a sneak peek at a new song which Kenwrote with his friend Arthur Renwick, which is on Ken Whiteley and The Beulah Band‘s debut CD. Released February 3rd on Borealis Records, it is now available from Ken’s Store! They can’t wait to take their show on the road and they’re very excited to have joined the roster at AIM Artists in Motion Booking Agency. They have an “official showcase” on Thursday, Feb. 19th at 8 p.m. in Century A room at Folk Alliance. For additional private showcase information go to Ken’s Shows page.

TONIGHT! “Winterfolk Blues & Roots Festival” Ken Whiteley and The Beulah Band on Sunday, Feb. 15th at 10 p.m. at The Black Swan Tavern (2nd Floor), 154 Danforth Avenue, Toronto. For more info, visit www.winterfolk.com

THIS WEEKEND! “Winterfolk Blues & Roots Festival” Back by popular demand, The Trio of Fun: Ken Whiteley, Wendell Ferguson & Tony Quarrington in concert on Saturday, Feb. 14th at 9.p.m. Then catch Ken Whiteley and The Beulah Band on Sunday, Feb. 15th at 10 p.m. Both concerts are beingheld at The Black Swan Tavern (2nd Floor), 154 Danforth Avenue, Toronto. For more info, visit www.winterfolk.com

TONIGHT! “Mardi Gras Gospel Sing!” A New Orleans-inspired evening of favourite swing spirituals and Gospel hymns guaranteed to get your toes tapping and lift the winter blues. The music will be led by the Jordan Klapman All-Star Band with special guests Ken Whiteley, The Fabulous Levy Sisters, Chris Whiteley and Bucky Berger. There will be a Kids Gospel Dance Party for children aged 5 to 12, whose parents are attending the concert. The kids will make face masks and dance in the church school upstairs, led by a Groove For Kids facilator. Friday, Feb. 13th at St. Andrew’s Church, 73 Simcoe Street @ King Street West, Toronto. For more info, visit www.standrewstoronto.org.

THIS WEEKEND! “Winterfolk Blues & Roots Festival” Back by popular demand, The Trio of Fun: Ken Whiteley, Wendell Ferguson & Tony Quarrington in concert on Saturday, Feb. 14th at 9.p.m. Then catch Ken Whiteley and The Beulah Band on Sunday, Feb. 15th at 10 p.m. Both concerts are beingheld at The Black Swan Tavern (2nd Floor), 154 Danforth Avenue, Toronto. For more info, visit www.winterfolk.com

“Mardi Gras Gospel Sing!” A New Orleans-inspired evening of favourite swing spirituals and Gospel hymns guaranteed to get your toes tapping and lift the winter blues. The music will be led by the Jordan Klapman All-Star Band with special guests Ken Whiteley, The Levy Sistersand Chris Whiteley. Friday, Feb. 13th at St. Andrew’s Church, 73 Simcoe Street @ King Street West, Toronto. For more info, visit www.standrewstoronto.org.

“Winterfolk Blues & Roots Festival” Back by popular demand, The Trio of Fun: Ken Whiteley, Wendell Ferguson & Tony Quarrington in concert on Saturday, Feb. 14th at 9.p.m. Then catch Ken Whiteley and The Beulah Band on Sunday, Feb. 15th at 10 p.m. Both concerts are beingheld at The Black Swan Tavern (2nd Floor), 154 Danforth Avenue, Toronto. For more info, visit www.winterfolk.com

“Folk Alliance Conference” Ken Whiteley and The Beulah Band are excited to announce that they have an “official showcase” on Thursday, Feb. 19th at 8 p.m. in Century A room. For additional private showcase information go to Ken’s Shows page.

“Sunday Afternoon Gospel Concert” Ken welcomes jazz songstress Dione Taylor, performer/composer/broadcaster Andrew Craig, singer/songwriter David Wall and bassist George Koller on Sunday, Feb. 22nd at Hugh’s Room, 2261 Dundas Street West, Toronto. Music from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch reservations and/or concert tickets are available now from Hugh’s Room (416) 531-6604. Special rates for groups of 10 or more. For guest artist bios go to Ken’s Gospel Music page.

Reflections on the passage of time and readiness seem appropriate for the beginning of a new year. Here’s a sneak peek at a new song which Kenwrote with his friend Arthur Renwick, which is on Ken Whiteley and The Beulah Band‘s debut CD. Released February 3rd on Borealis Records. Buy it now from Ken’s Store! They can’t wait to take their show on the road and they’re very excited to have joined the roster at AIM Artists in Motion Booking Agency.

Reflections on the passage of time and readiness seem appropriate for the beginning of a new year. Here’s a sneak peek at a new song which Ken wrote with his friend Arthur Renwick, which will be on the upcoming Ken Whiteley and The Beulah Band CD to be released in February on Borealis Records. They can’t wait to take their show on the road and they’re very excited to have joined the roster at AIM Artists in Motion Booking Agency.

“A Winnipeg Special” gospel matinee will feature guests singer/songwriter Fred Penner, Winnipeg Temple Shalom Cantor/folk musician Len Udow and none other than Jane Siberry with the outstanding George Koller on bass and hosted by Ken Whiteley. Sunday, Jan. 25th at Hugh’s Room, 2261 Dundas Street West, Toronto. Music from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch reservations and/or concert tickets are available now from Hugh’s Room (416) 531-6604. Special rates for groups of 10 or more. For guest artist bios go to Ken’s Gospel Music page.

“Mardi Gras Gospel Sing!” A New Orleans-inspired evening of favourite swing spirituals and Gospel hymns guaranteed to get your toes tapping and lift the winter blues. The music will be led by the Jordan Klapman All-Star Band with special guests Ken Whiteley, The Levy Sisters and Chris Whiteley. Friday, Feb. 13th at St. Andrew’s Church, 73 Simcoe Street @ King Street West, Toronto. For more info, visit www.standrewstoronto.org.

“Winterfolk Blues & Roots Festival” Back by popular demand, The Trio of Fun: Ken Whiteley, Wendell Ferguson & Tony Quarrington in concert on Saturday, Feb. 14th at 9.p.m. Then catch Ken Whiteley and The Beulah Band on Sunday, Feb. 15th at 10 p.m. Both concerts are being held at The Black Swan Tavern (2nd Floor), 154 Danforth Avenue, Toronto. For more info, visit www.winterfolk.com

“Folk Alliance Conference” Ken Whiteley and The Beulah Band are excited to announce that they have an “official showcase” on Thursday, Feb. 19th at 8 p.m. in Century A room. For additional private showcase information go to Ken’s Shows page.

A sneak peak at Ken’s new muscial venture… Ken Whiteley and The Beulah Band (banjoist Frank Evans, fiddler Rosalyn Dennett and bassist/co-producer Ben Whiteley) are creating and recording exciting new music that is deeply rooted in traditional North American folk forms. You’ll hear echoes of blues, gospel, swing, string and jug band sounds. They can’t wait to take their show on the road and they’re very excited to have joined the roster at AIM Artists in Motion Booking Agency. Worldwide CD release February 3, 2015 on Borealis Record.

Nominated for a Canadian Folk Music Award, “The Light of Christmas” CD features a marvelous collection of new Ken Whiteley Christmas originals that range from the exciting ska sounds of “The BabyLeapt In The Womb” to the heart-tugging “I Can’t Imagine Christmas Without You”. It is a vocal rich recording that in addition to Ken’s soul stirring performances includes singers David Wall, The Levy Sisters(Amoy & Ciceal), Hayley Gene Penner and Ken’s niece Jenny Whiteley. In fact the album is brimming with Whiteley family including brother Chris, son Ben, nephews Dan and Jesse and a cover painting by Ken’s father, Ronald Whiteley. Makes a great holiday gift! 10% of all CD proceeds are going to support of The Daily Bread Food Bank in Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area. Click on the cover artwork to be taken to Ken’s online store.

The annual “Carols by Candlelight” service on Christmas Eve with Ken, Ciceal Levy, David Wall and Ben Whiteley. This is a beautiful family oriented service. The last 8 years it has been standing room only, so arrive early to get a good seat. For more info, visit ehpunitedchurch.ca/

“A Winnipeg Special” gospel matinee will feature guests singer/songwriter Fred Penner, Winnipeg Temple Shalom Cantor/folk musician Len Udow, the outstanding George Koller on bass and hosted by Ken Whiteley. Sunday, January 25th at Hugh’s Room, 2261 Dundas Street West, Toronto. Music from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch reservations and/or concert tickets are available now from Hugh’s Room (416) 531-6604. Special rates for groups of 10 or more. For guest artist bios go to Ken’s Gospel Music page.

“Mardi Gras Gospel Sing!” A New Orleans-inspired evening of favourite swing spirituals and Gospel hymns guaranteed to get your toes tapping and lift the winter blues. The music will be led by the Jordan Klapman All-Star Band with special guests Ken Whiteley, Ciceal Levy and Alana Bridgewater. Friday, February 13th at St. Andrew’s Church, 73 Simcoe Street @ King Street West, Toronto. For more info, visit www.standrewstoronto.org.

A sneak peak at Ken’s new muscial venture… Ken Whiteley and The Beulah Band (banjoist Frank Evans, fiddler Rosalyn Dennett and bassist/co-producer Ben Whiteley) are creating and recording exciting new music that is deeply rooted in traditional North American folk forms. You’ll hear echoes of blues, gospel, swing, string and jug band sounds. They can’t wait to take their show on the road and they’re very excited to have joined the roster at AIM Artists in Motion Booking Agency. Worldwide CD release February 3, 2015 on Borealis Records.

Worldwide Internet/Radio news… Drew Marshall hosts Canada’s most listened to spiritual talk show and for the past 5 years Ken has been making the trek out to his Oakville radio studio to be a guest on his show. Ken was on the October 11th showwhich is now available as a podcast to download. You may listen to the show live every Saturday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at The Drew Marshall Show. The musical guests are featured from 4 p.m.

A sneak peak at Ken’s new muscial venture… Ken Whiteley and The Beulah Band (banjoist Frank Evans, fiddler Rosalyn Dennett and bassist/co-producer Ben Whiteley) are creating and recording exciting new music that is deeply rooted in traditional North American folk forms. You’ll hear echoes of blues, gospel, swing, string and jug band sounds. They can’t wait to take their show on the road and they’re very excited to have joined the roster at AIM Artists in Motion Booking Agency. Worldwide CD release February 3, 2015 on Borealis Records.

Gospel concerts… The Sunday, Nov. 30 afternoon gospel music show at Hugh’s Room will be centered around 3 amazing woman’s voices (Mati Haskell, Sharon Riley, Michelle Willis) suberbly supported by the instrumental virtuosity of 3 men (guitarist J.K. Gulley, keyboardist Lance Anderson on Hammond organ and Ben Whiteley holding down the bottom end with his big double bass) and hosted by Ken Whiteley. Hugh’s Room offers a lovely lunch menu. Music from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch reservations and/or concert tickets are available now from Hugh’s Room (416) 531-6604. Special rates for groups of 10 or more. For guest artist bios go to Ken’s Gospel Music page.

Worldwide Internet/Radio news… Drew Marshall hosts Canada’s most listened to spiritual talk show and for the past 5 years Ken has been making the trek out to his Oakville radio studio to be a guest on his show. Ken was on the October 11th showwhich is now available as a podcast to download. You may listen to the show live every Saturday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at The Drew Marshall Show. The musical guests are featured from 4 p.m.

Canadian concerts… Ken returns to The Duck in St. Catharines for his annual Saturday blues afternoon with the Mighty Duck Blues Band on November 29.