About the Show
An evening of Christmas music – both traditional and non-traditional – best defines this 2-hour evening. Beginning with a solo performance by Shannon Gaye and Pear (featuring Denis & Lynae Dufresne), the second half features Tom Jackson along with fellow musicians Tom McKillip, Craig Bignell, Kristian Alexandrov, Shannon, Denis and Lynae.
For those familiar with Tom’s Christmas performances, this marks the 6th season of his Singing for Supper set that includes his signature song The Huron Carole, as well as Drummer Boy and O Holy Night. A few new songs have been added to the traditional repertoire including an original Christmas single to be released by EMI Music Canada. “Singing for Supper On Tour” CDs will be sold at the events with $15 from each going to the local host charities.
Shannon Gaye has performed with Tom off and on since their first ensemble performance in The Huron Carole Benefit Concert Series in 1994. Singing for Supper fans will recognize Denis Dufresne too as the mandolin player from the last 2 seasons on tour. Autograph sessions follow each performance.
For more information on vocalist/percussionist Shannon Gaye - "the slender singer with the big soulful voice - the kind that knocks you for a loop" - visit www.shannongaye.com
For more information on Pear—whose music is an infectious blend of alternative, pop and country music – visit www.pearband.com. One show and you’ll know why they’re sweet…yet gritty!
For more information on Tom Jackson - the giant of a man with the "booming bass voice onstage and quiet integrity offstage" - visit www.tomali.com.
CD Lyrics & Credits
CD Single sold at Singing for Supper Concerts 2009
The fourth season of “Swinging for Supper” golf tournaments was met with overwhelming response in Halifax, NS, Moncton, NB, Winnipeg, MB, Regina, SK, and Calgary, AB. Sponsors and special guests were entertained the night before at ‘kitchen parties’ featuring Tom Jackson, Tom McKillip and Craig Bignell in performance. Tournament hosts reported an increase in corporate support and registrants with plans developing quickly for 2010. Thanks to 2009 national sponsors Rotary International District 5360 Inc., Enbridge and Barefoot Wine.
More info at swingingforsupper.ca.
