Italian Opera and shows on the West Coast
Well…I have arrived back home in Vancouver after an action packed, experience rich adventure through central Canada and the Eastern Coast. Huge thanks to Via Rail, Marine Atlantic, and all those who hosted shows, hosted me, and shared your wonderful stories. It’s always great to meet so many new people from all over the world, and extra special to bump into familiar faces on the other side of this massive country.
I’m kicking off performing back west playing at one of my old faves on Aug. 11th – The Vancouver Art Gallery Cafe! I’ve been away the last few summers, and really missed playing at this beautiful spot. I’m also back playing with my trio mates, Darren Beattie and Matt Langill at Luke’s Corner Bar on Aug. 14th, and with touring Toronto Singer/Songwriter, Shawna Caspi at Skinny Fat Jack’s on Saturday eve.
More upcoming shows for August and September can be found here.
Lastly, while I was coming back home, I had a day stop over in Toronto. I love going down to the beach off of Queen Street East, and sitting by Lake Ontario. Out of no where, a gentleman named Salvatore emerged, and began serenading me…..you never know who you’ll meet on the road :).
Michael Averill and Shawna Caspi Play CocoaNymph’s Last Show June 6th
Greetings, and happy June 1st!
There is going to be a very special show this Friday June 6th in Vancouver (10th and Alma) at CocoaNymph. I will be playing an intimate acoustic set along side singing/guitar wizard/Toronto native – Shawna Caspi, for what is to be the last show CocoaNymph will ever hold.
Rachel, the founder of this amazing Vancouver icon and avid supporter of community, has given so much to so many people over the years, and my heart sinks to see this venue close its doors.
Come down Friday to enjoy some heart felt songs, and to give thanks/hugs to Rachel Sawatzky and her team. They created such a positive and welcoming space for anyone to come to, and have truly had an impact on the community. Feel free to bring stories of how Rachel and CocoaNymph have positively affected you, and let’s celebrate together the old fashioned way :).