Singer Songwriter Showcase Session 11
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Singer Songwriter Showcase Session 11
Join us on the first Thursday of every month for an unforgettable evening celebrating raw talent and original music! We’re shining the spotlight on three handpicked local singer-songwriters, each bringing their unique voice, stories, and sound to the stage. Whether you're a music lover, a fellow artist, or just looking for an inspiring night out, this is your chance to experience the soul of our city—one song at a time. Come and support the magic of live, local music.
Chris Andres
Chris Andres is a singer/songwriter from Vancouver Island and has been representing the independent music scene his entire life. Chris has shared the stage with many of the music business' biggest names including Keith Urban, George Canyon, and The Washboard Union just to name a few. He has won multiple awards including artist of the year, vocalist of the year and video of the year at the International Singer Songwriter Association. His music has charted on multiple platforms and is consistently being played on radio stations around the world. He has just released his seventh solo studio album called The Long Goodbye, it is available on all platforms.
Shaun Gall
Shaun Gall is a local singer-songwriter and guitarist, currently residing in Sooke. Reputable in the community for his roots-influenced sound, powerful vocals, and heartfelt performances, Shaun bares his soul for all to hear. Originally from Ontario, Shaun has swayed audiences with his performances at the Sooke Music and Art Festival, Sooke Oceanside Brewery and other venues around the community. Through these events, Shaun proudly calls the island his home more than ever before.
Laura Kelsey
Vancouver Island art-folk musician Laura Kelsey has played hundreds of events; opened for acclaimed Canadian artists like Jeff Martin (The Tea Party) and Terra Lightfoot; and has toured with Canadian rocker Matthew Good. She has fronted everything from metal to blues bands, and brings these musical influences together to create "earthy magic" inspired by natural West Coast elements, honesty and dreams. Her debut studio album Hidden Mountains released spring 2026, a mythical follow-up to the 2023 EP Hunting Season.
Join us on the first Thursday of every month for an unforgettable evening celebrating raw talent and original music! We’re shining the spotlight on three handpicked local singer-songwriters, each bringing their unique voice, stories, and sound to the stage. Whether you're a music lover, a fellow artist, or just looking for an inspiring night out, this is your chance to experience the soul of our city—one song at a time. Come and support the magic of live, local music.
Chris Andres
Chris Andres is a singer/songwriter from Vancouver Island and has been representing the independent music scene his entire life. Chris has shared the stage with many of the music business' biggest names including Keith Urban, George Canyon, and The Washboard Union just to name a few. He has won multiple awards including artist of the year, vocalist of the year and video of the year at the International Singer Songwriter Association. His music has charted on multiple platforms and is consistently being played on radio stations around the world. He has just released his seventh solo studio album called The Long Goodbye, it is available on all platforms.
Shaun Gall
Shaun Gall is a local singer-songwriter and guitarist, currently residing in Sooke. Reputable in the community for his roots-influenced sound, powerful vocals, and heartfelt performances, Shaun bares his soul for all to hear. Originally from Ontario, Shaun has swayed audiences with his performances at the Sooke Music and Art Festival, Sooke Oceanside Brewery and other venues around the community. Through these events, Shaun proudly calls the island his home more than ever before.
Laura Kelsey
Vancouver Island art-folk musician Laura Kelsey has played hundreds of events; opened for acclaimed Canadian artists like Jeff Martin (The Tea Party) and Terra Lightfoot; and has toured with Canadian rocker Matthew Good. She has fronted everything from metal to blues bands, and brings these musical influences together to create "earthy magic" inspired by natural West Coast elements, honesty and dreams. Her debut studio album Hidden Mountains released spring 2026, a mythical follow-up to the 2023 EP Hunting Season.
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751 View St, Victoria, BC, Canada, British Columbia V8W 1J9
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