The annual Carols by Candlelight Service onChristmas Eve with Ken Whiteley, vocalists Amoy Levy & David Wall, bassist Terry Wilkins and the Gospel Choir led by Joanna Mills at the Roncesvalles United Church (214 Wright Avenue @ Roncesvalles Avenue, Toronto) on December 24 is a beautiful family oriented service. The last eleven years it has been standing room only, so arrive early toget a good seat. Doors open at 6:30pm. Suggested donation of $20 or PWYC. For more info, visit https://www.facebook.com/roncesvallesunitedchurch
GIVE THE GIFT OF MUSIC…
The Light of Christmas CD…Nominated for a Canadian Folk Music Award in the category of Traditional Singer of the Year, this recording 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’s a vocal rich recording that in addition to Ken’s soul stirring performances includes singers David Wall, The Fabulous Levy Sisters (Amoy & Ciceal), Hayley Gene Penner and niece Jenny Whiteley. In fact the album is brimming with fellow Whiteleys including brother Chris, son Ben, nephews Dan and Jesse, and a cover painting by Ken’s father, Ronald Whiteley. Only available from Ken’s Store.
Aurora Blues Concert… Ken Whiteley & The Freedom Blues Band (8 piece with horn section) will be performing for one night only at the Aurora Cultural Centre. Tickets for the Thursday, February 15 show are now on sale from the Centre or call call 905 713-1818.
Ken’s next Sunday Gospel Brunch at Hugh’s Room Live will be “Sabbath of Songs” with vocalists Aviva Chernick, Lenka Lichtenberg and David Wall with guitarist Joel Schwartz and bassist Justin Gray on January 28. Lunch from 12noon with Music from 2pm. Tickets and table reservations available from Hugh’s Room Live or call 416-533-LIVE (5483). For more really great music go to Ken’s Gospel page.