2024 Winter Solstice Show
The 9th Annual Winter Solstice Concert
Saturday, Dec 21st, 2:30pm & 7pm (St. Peter Quamichan Hall , Duncan, BC)
Sunday, Dec 22th, 2:30pm (James Bay United, Victoria)
About
Lila Music Centre invites you to the 9th Annual Winter Solstice Concert (on Dec 21st and 22nd), where we will celebrate the return of the light! This family oriented musical tradition weaves vocal and acoustic music that ranges from jazz to folk, including premiers of original song compositions created especially for this event. This concert provides warmth and peace in the spirit of beauty, bringing people together with a focus this year on Celtic music traditions.
This year’s ensemble includes Anne Schaefer (Voice, Guitar, Harp), Quin Etheridge-Pedden from the Unfaithful Servants (Violin), Adrian Dolan from The Bills (Piano, Accordion and Violin), Scott White from The Bills (Bass), Kim June Johnson (Voice, Guitar) and Cari Burdett (Vocals). We are also pleased to be welcoming the youth voices of Opal and Cassia Hollett.
Songs to look forward to include the acapella Christmas classics: Lo How a Rose, Carol of the Bells, In the Bleak Midwinter and Gloria in Excelsis. Upbeat numbers include a full group rendition of Soul Cake and some joyful fiddle tunes. Other audience favorites that will be sure to please: Calling All Angels and the Lost Word Blessings.
Unique to this concert, musicians will collect holiday wishes from the audience and create one-of-a-kind pieces of music, to honor this very special time of year. “Every year we offer a new array of songs connecting us to the Winter Season and Solstice and 2024 will not disappoint” explains Burdett.
Anne Schaefer will be sharing an original piece called Constellation which she elaborates, “appeared as a song to celebrate our individual beauty and how the sum of our collective parts make spectacular configurations, just as with constellations in the night sky….and how we need a truly dark night to really see the beauty of even the brightest stars”.
Kim June Johnson’s “I Wish I Had Woken With the Dawn” is about waking up – to light, but also to life itself, rather than succumbing to the numbness and distraction that the over-culture perpetuates. “It’s a praise song for presence, which in my view, is what the energy of winter solstice is; the dark reminds us of the light we miss and want to treasure more fully when it returns.”
Featured Performers
Cari Burdett
Cari Burdett is a versatile artist blending jazz, art song, world music, and opera, influenced by French swing, Spanish gypsy jazz, and Italian ballads. Her debut album Magnolia, produced by Grammy-winner Joby Baker, received five Western Music Award nominations and two Vancouver Island Music Awards in 2016. With multiple grants from Factor, BC Creative, and the Canada Council, Cari continues to expand her songwriting, now working on a new album for 2025.
Anne Schaefer
Anne Schaefer is an award-winning singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Victoria, known for her genre-blurring blend of jazz, folk, and world music. Her albums, including Twelve Easy Pieces, The Waiting Room, Earth and Stone, and Light, showcase her deep exploration of Nature, Spirit, and the Divine. With a musical journey spanning Canada, France, Argentina, and China, Schaefer captivates audiences with her unique and profound artistry.
Adrian Dolan
Adrian Dolan is a Vancouver-based, award-winning producer, engineer, and multi-instrumentalist, celebrated for his work with the roots ensemble The Bills. Renowned as one of Canada’s finest fiddlers, Adrian also excels as a composer and arranger, contributing intricate string and brass arrangements across genres from folk and bluegrass to jazz. As Producer of the Year at the 2013 Island Music Awards, he has collaborated with artists like Ruth Moody, The Chieftains, and Barney Bentall, bringing his skillful touch to both stage and studio.
Kim June Johnson
Kim June Johnson is an award-winning singer-songwriter and poet living on the unceded territory of the Komoks First Nations. Her upcoming album, Songs For a Quiet Day, celebrates the beauty of quiet moments and will be released this spring. Also a published poet, her work appears in Room, Prairie Fire, TNQ, and Best Canadian Poetry. She resides by a creek in a draughty house with her teen daughter and various animals.
Scott White
Scott White is a multifaceted bassist, back in Canada after 23 years in Europe in jazz, concert, and theatre world. Scott is performing in a number of top-notch ensembles on the west coast (The Bills), played with Rolf Harris, Paul Horn, Tommy Banks, Bill Henderson, and many more greats, toured much of the world in various bands, acted as music director for a Cirque du Soleil show in Germany, and practiced music therapy for years in various hospitals and care facilities.
Quin Etheridge-Pedden
Quin Etheridge-Pedden is a multi-instrumentalist who began playing fiddle at age 6. With classical violin technique and a diploma in Jazz studies from VIU, Quin merges fiddle and jazz, creating a unique sound. He has performed throughout his life, touring on fiddle, guitar, and electric bass, and is currently on tour with The Unfaithful Servants and Élise LeBlanc.
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THIS YEAR'S SHOW HAS SOLD OUT!
THANK YOU EVERYONE!
*Note: Although all tickets have been sold, there is a good chance some seats will still be available, as there are always some ticket holders who do not attend. Please inquire in person at the door.
Livestream
To livestream the Sunday show (Dec 22nd at 2:30pm), please send a suggested minimum donation of $10 via Paypal or etransfer to cari@cariburdett.com
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Saturday, Dec. 21st, 2:30pm
St. Peter Quamichan Hall (5800 Church Rd, Duncan, BC)
$20 Early Bird November
$30 December General
$35 at the Door
Saturday, Dec. 21st, 7pm
St. Peter Quamichan Hall (5800 Church Rd, Duncan, BC)
$20 Early Bird November
$30 December General
$35 at the Door
Sunday, Dec 22th, 2:30pm
James Bay United (511 Michigan St. James Bay Victoria)
$20 Early Bird November
$30 December General
$35 at the Door
Thank You to Our 2024 Sponsors
Become A Sponsor
We invite businesses and community members to support our Winter Solstice Music Event, helping us bring high-caliber musicians to perform in intimate, small venues. To achieve this, we rely on sponsorship to cover essential costs while keeping the event affordable and accessible. By joining us as a sponsor, your business will be featured prominently in our event program, on posters throughout the community, and across our online platforms.
Sponsorship Packages and Benefits
We offer the following sponsorship tiers, each designed to support different aspects of the event:
- $1,000 Sponsorship (5 available): Covers a guest artist’s fee. Includes prominent recognition and 3 complimentary tickets to either of the Duncan shows.
- $500 Sponsorship (6 available): Includes program and poster recognition, plus 3 complimentary tickets to a show.
- $250 Sponsorship (8 available): Supports event logistics with recognition in our program and on posters.
To register your sponsorship, please fill out our online form.
Community and Cultural Impact
This event celebrates our community’s diverse cultural tapestry, featuring Indigenous, English, and French-Canadian languages and weaving together music and traditions. Proceeds will benefit ABCD/Arts-Based Community Discovery, an initiative fostering community connection through art and nature. Your sponsorship will help make this annual celebration possible, supporting affordable ticket prices and fair compensation for artists.
Past Sponsors
We thank our previous supporters, including Resthouse, Cardino’s Shoes, True Grain Bakery, Thrifty Foods, Real Canadian Superstore, Duncan Garage, Warmland Dentistry, Valley Voice, Alinea Legal, Dinter’s Nursery, and Community Farm Store.
Program Highlights and Community Benefits
Our Winter Solstice Music Event serves:
- Youth, women, and families
- Elderly and mature citizens
- Indigenous peoples
- Immigrants and newcomers
- Persons with disabilities and cultural minorities
By supporting us, you help us continue our commitment to offering inclusive, accessible arts programming that builds community bonds and celebrates intercultural diversity.
Goals for Community Engagement
Success means paying our musicians a fair wage, covering venue costs, providing travel and meal support, and recognizing community supporters like you. This annual event showcases the best of our community’s cultural and musical talent, with a focus on building lasting relationships.
Recognition for Your Sponsorship
We will recognize your support across multiple platforms:
- Digital and Social Media: Website, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Email List
- Print and Community Presence: Event programs, posters, and newsletters
- Additional Recognition: Custom mentions on our community outreach platforms
Thank you for considering this opportunity to support a cherished community event. Learn more about our projects and community engagement on CariBurdett.com. Together, let’s celebrate the longest night of the year with music, arts, and shared culture.
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