Performing with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra

What an amazing time we had performing all week with the TSO, under the direction of Maestro Shalom Bard. They were incredible, and I love Roy Thompson Hall!

Jammin’ with the Chieftains

We had a blast performing with the Chieftains as part of their 40th anniversary tour of North America. Here we are performing on stage in Stamford CT. What a band.  Thanks Paddy!

Showcasing at Folk Alliance International! Click on postcard to expand…

Performing w/ Toronto Symphony Orchestra Student Concerts in April!

Are you a teacher, or do you have children in grades 4 – 8 ?

Join the TSO and Sultans of String for a concert of music written in the styles of numerous global traditions. There is a long history of composers being influenced by other cultures. In the past, composers would travel to various regions of the world to soak up the local tradition and write in that region’s style. Many of the gems of classical orchestral repertoire can be considered “world music”!As our world grows smaller, and as our city of Toronto becomes more and more multicultural, Canadian composers Chris McKhool and Kevin Laliberté of Sultans of String do not have to go very far to create a “global sonic tapestry”. Students will enjoy a programme of “world music” for orchestra and the musical fusion of styles influencing composers today.  All concerts are one hour long and take place in Roy Thompson Hall, April 22-26, 2013.

To order tickets please surf to http://files.tso.ca/PDF/Youth/1213-Student-Concert-Programme-Order-Form.pdf

Nominated WORLD GROUP OF THE YEAR at the 2013 Canadian INDIE AWARDS!

Sultans of String have just been nominated for WORLD GROUP OF THE YEAR at the 2013 SIRIUSXM CANADIAN INDIE AWARDS!
This comes on the heals of their 2012 Canadian Folk Music Award quadruple nomination winning the CFMA World Group of the Year in November.
Indie artists will take center stage on Friday, March 22nd at the Kool Haus in Toronto at the 13th Annual Independent Music Awards – The SiriusXM Indies - during Canadian Music Week activities.

Both public and industry votes decide the winners. Fans can vote online for their favourites as of Monday, January 28th at www.indies.ca

 

Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal for Chris McKhool

From Chris: My MP Matthew Kellway called me on the phone and let me know that his office has selected me for the Diamond Jubilee Medal, for my work in building community, and my contributions to Canada!

There will be some kind of ceremony in January he will give it to all the people in our riding – I hope I can make it!  This is the same award Justin Bieber just received (although I promise not to wear overalls to the event)

It is slightly embarrassing, as I can think of so many other deserving people.  Anyhoo, Catherine is a big monarchist fan, and I could not achieve what I do without her at my side, so I told her I would share it with her!

Showcasing in NYC, and our U.S. duo tour

Chris and Kevin are hitting the road this Thursday,

performing at the gorgeous Infinity Hall, and again January 9-14, performing 8 shows over 6 days in PA, NJ & NY. We will be performing at Chaplin’s, Godfrey Daniels, Psalm Salon, opening two shows for Dala, and showcasing at APAP | NYC on Jan 12, represented by the wonderful Brad Simon Organization (Booth 401 in Americas Hall I). Looking forward to seeing you on the road!