MAPLE LEAF COMMUNITY CONCERT SERIES

7 p.m. SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Grew up in Ireland and has been singing professionally for more than 25 years. David Shannon is renowned for his engaging style and charming personality. He recently released his second solo album Abhaile. David has played some of Broadway’s most famous roles, including The Phantom (Phantom of the Opera), Jean Valjean (Les Miserables), Sweeney Todd (Sweeney Todd), Judas (Jesus Christ Superstar), Chris (Miss Saigon), and most recently Kevin T in the original London company of Come From Away. He was nominated for Best Actor at the Olivier’s (the British version of the Tony Award) for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Beautiful Game. David also enjoys a busy schedule performing with orchestras around the world. David Shannon will be ably supported by a fine pianist and a fine guitarist on this tour.

7 p.m. OCTOBER 26, 2021

Over the past several years, classical crossover vocal group Veritas found themselves in some tremendous places, from multiple performances at Carnegie Hall to cruises in the Caribbean and Alaska, to their symphonic debut with the highly acclaimed Miami Symphony. Since coming together in 2012, the sound of Veritas has captured not only the ears but the hearts of listeners across the globe. With backgrounds in opera, musical theater, rock, gospel, and pop, the five voices join together to create the “wall of sound” for which they have become known. From symphonies to theaters, churches, and civic events, audiences of every distinction attend Veritas concerts to experience a musical journey unlike any other.

7 p.m. NOVEMBER 11, 2021

In 1957 THE DIAMONDS released an instant million selling hit called Little Darlin’. The song has been dubbed, “the National Anthem of Rock and Roll." The Diamonds' many accomplishments over the years include:

33 appearances on American Bandstand;  3 certified Gold Records;
Soundtrack of “American Graffiti"; and
Soundtrack of “Happy Days.”

Since the release of "Little Darlin’" THE DIAMONDS have learned one important lesson—the durability of this classic rock and roll music is as much about the future as it is about the past. As a result, THE DIAMONDS continue to expand their audience to this day, performing in a variety of venues and settings worldwide. 

7 p.m. MARCH 22, 2022

Tony DeSare performs with infectious joy, wry playfulness and robust musicality. Named a "Rising Star Male Vocalist" in Downbeat Magazine, DeSare has lived up to this distinction by winning critical and popular acclaim for his concert performances throughout North America and abroad. Notwithstanding his critically acclaimed turns as a singer/pianist, DeSare is also an accomplished award-winning composer. He not only won first place in the USA Songwriting Contest, but has written the theme song for the motion picture, "My Date With Drew" and has composed the full soundtracks for the Hallmark Channel's "Love Always Santa" and Lifetime's "Nanny Nightmare."

7 p.m. MAY 10, 2022

Described as a "powerhouse cello and vocal duo" (The Fight Magazine, Los Angeles), Branden & James bring the soulful timbre of the cello combined with emotional and powerful vocals, creating a sound that leaves audiences feeling moved and inspired. "...the always supportive, sometimes haunting power of the cello accompanying Branden’s voice solidifies the classical sound, adds new depth to the popular, and allows the audience to just sit back and take it in...so movingly, that you may forget to breathe!" says Paul Lisnek - Host of Broadway in Chicago Backstage.