Up Coming Concerts…
We are hosting shows in an intimate setting, very much like a house concert, usually @ The Pink Piano, Café & Lounge which has the great vibes of the old style coffee houses and it’s licensed, too! Most concerts start at 7:30 PM. Doors open 1/2 hour before showtime. Bistro evening menu, all beverages & licensed beverages are available. Special show and door times may vary.
Ian Sherwood in Concert
October 3rd @ 7:30 (doors 7)
An Evening of Songs, Stories & Seriously Good Music
Get ready for an intimate evening with one of Nova Scotia’s most accomplished and engaging singer-songwriters.
Ian Sherwood is a gifted guitarist, saxophonist, songwriter and storyteller whose music moves effortlessly between folk, pop, roots and jazz. With a velvety voice, sharp wit and a knack for connecting with an audience, Ian’s live performances are as entertaining as they are musically impressive.
His songs are smart, melodic and often deeply personal—but there’s always room for humour, surprise and a little musical mischief.
Ian Sherwood’s impressive résumé includes:
- 🏆 Canadian Folk Music Award – Contemporary Singer of the Year (2013)
- 🏆 Music Nova Scotia Musician of the Year – twice (2008 & 2010)
- 🏆 International Acoustic Music Award – Best Male Artist (2012)
- 🏆 Robert Merritt Award – Outstanding Original Score for Tompkinsville (2017)
- 🎵 ECMA nominee for Male Solo Recording of the Year and Folk Album of the Year
- 🎷 A highly accomplished saxophonist and guitarist, Ian began his career as an in-demand jazz musician before finding his voice as a singer-songwriter.
- 🌎 His music has taken him across Canada, the U.S., U.K. and Australia.
- 🎬 He has composed and created music for theatre, film and television, as well as producing music for other artists.
- 🎤 A performer known for breaking down the fourth wall and making audiences feel part of the show.
“A natural performer who entertains as much with his wit and stories as with his songs.”
— Bob Mersereau, CBC
Come discover—or rediscover—Ian Sherwood in the intimate, relaxed setting of the Pink Piano.
Great songs • Great stories • Great musicianship • A great night out
🎟️ Ian Sherwood Tickets HERE
“Foggy Deeds” Live – Join The Craic!
October 24th @ 7:30
FOGGY DEEDS – The finest Celtic & East Coast Canadian for a killer craic!
Get ready for a rollicking evening of East Coast & Celtic as six talented musicians come together for a night of great tunes, lively rhythms and plenty of East Coast spirit.
Foggy Deeds brings together a big sound and a love of the songs that have travelled across generations—from trad Celtic favourites to our historic East Coast roots and a few songs of their own. Expect beautiful harmonies, infectious rhythms, spirited instrumental playing and songs that just might have you tapping your toes—or singing along before the night is over!
This is music made for sharing: a warm room, good friends, a few drinks and a band that knows how to have a good time.
Celtic & East Coast favourites
Six musicians • One big sound
Licensed beverages
Great coffee
Desserts, snacks & shareable plates
Come for the music. Stay for the craic!
Grab A Ticket Today – Click Here!
Betty Belmore in Concert with Thom Swift & Tom Easley
October 25th @ 4:30
Betty Belmore
Betty Belmore has been part of the Nova Scotia music scene for decades, earning a reputation as a warm and engaging performer with a deep love for traditional country, folk and roots music. Her own songwriting sits comfortably alongside the classic songs and musical traditions that have influenced her. Expect honest songs, beautiful harmonies, stories from a life in music, and a few old favourites you may not have heard in a long time. Tickets here!
Thom Swift
Award-winning songwriter, guitarist and performer Thom Swift brings a wealth of experience and a distinctive voice to the evening. Known for his soulful guitar playing, thoughtful songwriting and ability to move comfortably between folk, blues, roots and jazz, Thom has performed on stages throughout Canada and beyond and co-founder of the legendary ‘Hot Toddy’ band. He’ll be supporting Betty throughout the evening and sharing some of his own music along the way.
Tom Easley
One of Atlantic Canada’s most accomplished bassists, Tom Easley has spent decades working across jazz, blues, roots and popular music. A two-time East Coast Music Award winner and Maple Blues Award recipient, Tom has performed with some extraordinary musicians on stages around the world and was also a ‘Hot Toddy’ alumni. His deep groove and sensitive musicianship make him an ideal musical partner for Betty—and may take a turn in the spotlight with some of his own songs.
Expect a relaxed, intimate evening of originals, old favourites, country classics, folk treasures and Americana, all delivered by three musicians who know how to tell a story through a song.
Click here and book your seat now!
Bill Stevenson & Nine Steps
November 7th @ 7:30 (doors 7)
From The Doors to Dutch Mason… Bill Stevenson Has Seen It All
If you love authentic blues, boogie, jazz, roots, and rhythm & blues with dynamite soulful piano, and world-class musicianship, this is a concert you won’t want to miss. Book Tickets Here!
Join us for an unforgettable evening with Bill Stevenson & Nine Steps, one of Atlantic Canada’s premier blues / jazz and roots acts. Bill’s remarkable career has taken him from opening for The Doors with the Boston-based band Earth Opera, to sharing stages and studios with some of North America’s finest musicians.
Bill Stevenson has…
🎹 Opened for The Doors during his years with Earth Opera on Elektra Records.
🎹 Performed with blues legend John Lee Hooker.
🎹 Shared the stage with acclaimed guitarist Amos Garrett.
🎹 Recorded and performed with Nova Scotia’s own Dutch Mason, Canada’s legendary “Prime Minister of the Blues.”
🎹 Worked with celebrated singer-songwriter Tom Rush.
🏆 Won an East Coast Music Award for Jazz Recording of the Year and received additional ECMA nominations for his blues recordings.
Backed by the outstanding musicians of Nine Steps, Bill delivers an evening of blues, boogie, jazz, roots, and rhythm & blues with the passion and authenticity that only comes from a lifetime devoted to the music
Tom Easley – Bass
One of Eastern Canada’s most accomplished bassists, Tom Easley has spent more than 30 years performing with internationally acclaimed jazz and blues artists throughout Canada, the U.S., and Europe. A two-time East Coast Music Award winner and Maple Blues Award recipient, Tom has shared the stage with celebrated musicians including Randy Brecker, Mike Stern, David Liebman, Peter Erskine, Los Lobos, Jeff Hamilton, and many more. Whether anchoring a jazz ensemble or laying down a deep blues groove with Nine Steps, Tom’s tasteful playing and exceptional musicianship have earned him a reputation as one of Atlantic Canada’s finest bass players.
Geoff Arsenault – Drums & Vocals
Award-winning drummer, singer-songwriter, and recording artist Geoff Arsenault is one of Canada’s most respected roots and blues musicians. His unmistakable groove has taken him across North America, Europe, and the U.K., performing and recording with an impressive list of artists including Matt Andersen, Colin Linden, Amy Helm, Rita MacNeil, David Myles, Mary Gauthier, Alejandro Escovedo, T-Bone Burnett, Michael Kaeshammer, and Dutch Mason. As both a dynamic drummer and acclaimed songwriter, Geoff brings the soul of New Orleans, the feel of swamp blues, and decades of world-class experience to every performance.
Whether you’re a dedicated blues fan or simply appreciate exceptional live performances, you’ll leave smiling.
Seats are limited! Cick Here to Reserve Yours!
D’Wolfe Pack In Concert
Friday, November 20th @ 7:00 PM
D’WOLFE PACK – Hot Jazz • Blues • Tin Pan Alley • Classic Pop
Step back in time and take a musical trip down Tin Pan Alley!
At the heart of the band is John D’Wolfe on vocals and guitar, joined by Karen Mackay on cornet, Simon Oakey on euphonium and Gary Edwards on drums. Together, they create a sound that’s lively, warm and wonderfully vintage. They’ve created an entertaining journey through some of the great music of the 1920s and ’30s on through to more contemporary tunes — with a few unexpected stops along the way. Expect hot jazz, old-time pop, blues and classic songs spanning the decades, including familiar favourites from the 1950s through the ’80s. It’s a musical time machine with plenty of swing, character and old-school charm.
Bring your dancin’ shoes… just in case!
Check out the Pink Piano Café
where most events are hosted
The Pink Piano is at:
585 Sackville Drive
Lower Sackville, NS B4C 2S4
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Previous Concerts
Cheryl Gaudet in Concert
March 15th, @ 7:00 PM
Pink Piano, Lower Sackville
A special concert event streaming live from The Pink Piano Café and Lounge in Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia, to Mazatlán Film and Theater in Mazatlán, Mexico. Cheryl Gaudet, a Nova Scotian-born singer-songwriter with deep roots in Atlantic Canada and an active international presence, is known for her rhythmic open-tuned guitar style, velvety vocals, and soulful harmonica playing. Her performances flow as effortlessly as the tides connecting her two coastal homes, weaving folk, rock, and soul into intimate, story-driven songs.
Steven McClintock
Hailing from Texas, Steven makes Nova Scotia his second home with his cabin near Sherbrooke. Steven’s love of music is not only reflected in his performance, he is also recognized as a talented producer, publisher, singer, and songwriter. As a backup vocalist, he has sung with celebrity artists like Phil Collins, BJ Thomas, Tiffany, and The Nelsons, He also created more than two-hundred commercials for TV and radio while staff writing at Island Music (Lionel Conway), The Welk Group (Laurence Welk), Sony ATV, Ash Street Music, and McJames Music in Los Angeles and Nashville.
His library of recorded soundtracks includes the co-scoring of nineteen films and features in movies such as Peter Bogdanovich’s “Illegally Yours” with Rob Lowe, and the classic cartoon musical “Jetsons−The Movie” boasting eight co- writes and singing solo on three songs including “Maybe Love.”
Steven’s songs have sold over twenty (20) million records worldwide, over sixty (60) million digital streams, several #1’s like “If Love is Blind,” and a dozen or more charting songs yielding gold and platinum records.
Kristen Martell
Halifax’s own chanteuse extraordinaire, Kristens intricate guitar picking and emotive piano ballads embrace life’s challenges and quiet moments of beauty. With multiple East Coast Music Association (ECMA) and Music Nova Scotia award nominations since her return to music in 2020, she is making a name for herself in the East Coast music scene and beyond. Her latest album ‘Every Season’ (Sept 30, 2022) is her most confident, self-assured and emotionally compelling work to date. It was nominated for the 2023 ECMA ‘Album of the Year’ and ‘Folk Recording of the Year’.
Kristen is releasing a new album this fall.
2024 Songwriters Workshop Retreat
4 mentors, Songcicles, BBQ’s, Prizes, free demo sessions and more
Information & registration here
August 24
Songcircle with Michael S. Ryan & Kim Doolittle
Michael S. Ryan
Recipient of 11 Music Nova Scotia Awards and 5 ECMAs with ‘The Town Heroes,’ Michael S. Ryan’s recent solo works are receiving rave reviews. Known for his engaging banter, crowd interaction, and humorous stories, Michael aims to transport listeners to a world where anything is possible. Come and be mesmerized by his extraordinary talent and infectious energy!
Kim Doolittle
Singer, Songwriter, Storyteller, Musician, Wordsmith, and Entertainer
With decades of touring experience and a collection of awards and albums, Kim Doolittle is a seasoned performer who captivates audiences with her heartfelt music and compelling stories. Kim’s journey as a musician began at the age of 10 and has taken her across 60% of the globe, guitar in hand. Don’t miss this chance to experience her musical magic up close and personal!
Click to hear Carolina & Chris – Radio Show/Podcast
Saturday, July 6, 2024
Kitty’s Bound For Broadway – Dinner & Show
Step into a night of magic and melody with “Kitty’s Bound for Broadway,” a delightful, feel-good musical play that will leave you inspired and entertained. This lighthearted show follows Kitty’s journey to realizing her lifelong dream, featuring the talented Amy Caroline as Kitty, with musical accompaniment by the wonderful Robert Campbell. Written by Kerry Miller, this production has been celebrated at The Fringe Festival in Edinburgh, UK, and Nova Scotia, and is newly revised for 2024.
June 8th – Songcircle
Click to hear Ian & John – Radio Show/Podcast (coming soon!)
John Campbelljohn – www.Campbelljohn.ca
Ian Janes – www.IanJanes.com
May 25th, 2024 – Terra Spencer
Click to hear Terra Spencer – Radio Show/Podcast
ECMA and Music NS multi award winning, touring & recording artist playing guitar and piano and blessed with a great sense of humour too.
Bad ideas, VCRs, crumbling factories, terrible therapists, hairy dogs, wrinkled shirts, French fries, questionable tattoos…all are fair game for Nova Scotian funeral director-turned-songwriter Terra Spencer. And the songs are good ones, judging from the stack of awards her three albums have received, and from the caliber of her collaborators, which include David Francey, Ben Caplan, and Matt Andersen. Although her butterscotch voice, deft fingerstyle guitar, and gospel-charged piano make her a formidable musician, it’s her onstage ease and crackling wit that make each show feel like a knee-to-knee conversation in a room of 5 or 500. “The real deal.” – Ron Sexsmith
May 10th,2024 Songcircle:
Mike Biggar, Laura Rae, Jon Cornwall
Click to hear Mike, Laura & Jon – Radio Show / Podcast
www.MikeBiggar.com
www.LauraRae.ca
Jon Cornwall on Facebook
April 12th Songcircle with:
Asif Illyas, Megan St. Rose, Jon Mullane
Click to hear Asif, Megan, Jon – Radio Show / Podcast
Asif Illyas is an ECMA award-winning veteran of the Canadian music scene, based on the Atlantic Coast in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada and currently spends most of his time creating music for film and television. His career spans over 25 years where he fronted Canadian progressive-pop outfit and EastWest/Warner Europe recording artists, MIR, touring four continents and producing 4 critically-acclaimed albums. He also was guitarist for Cutting Crew, during a portion of lead singer Nick Van Eede’s solo career during the late 1990’s. He has appeared on albums with Sting, Leonard Cohen and Joni Mitchell and performed on stage with Australia’s Colin Hay of Men At Work, Paula Cole, and many others. He has composed and arranged for many orchestral charts for symphonies such as VSO, WSO and SNS across the country in their Pops series’.
www.AsifIllyas.com
Megan St. Rose
Songwriter, Radio host, Actress/Model, Megan surely lives a full life. You seen her hosting Radio ECMA, heard her on the radio “Hot Country Mornings 103.5” and now you’ll hear the songs she has written and released in recent years. A little bit country, a little bit pop.
Megan St. Rose
Jon Mullane
In an era where commercial radio play and chart success is dominated by major label artists, Jon’s success in this domain is a reflection of his ability to write songs that connect with listeners – songs that mirror the emotions of the human condition intertwined with timeless and inspirational themes, positive messages, and observations of modern culture.
www.JonMullane.com
“Mullane’s songs have a mass appeal, not just in North America but globally…” – Bob Mersereau, Telegraph Journal
