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Unforgettable Sounds: Exploring the Vibrant Line-Up at Hugh's Room Live

March at Hugh's Room Live in Toronto promises a delightful mix of musical genres and captivating performances. With events like the Venuti String Quartet Album Launch, the energetic Shuffle Demons, and the evocative International Women's Day celebration with Jah'Mila and Ammoye, audiences are in for a treat. A showcase of talent like blues sensation Raoul and The Big Time, and extraordinary voices using modern electronic accompaniments adds richness to the musical feast. With artists from diverse backgrounds, this line-up will enchant music lovers of all tastes.

Feb 28, 2025

1. The Venuti String Quartet Album Launch

The Venuti String Quartet is made up of some of the most sought-after freelance musicians in Toronto. Their members frequently perform with many of the major orchestral ensembles in Toronto, including The Toronto Symphony Orchestra, The Canadian Opera Company, The National Ballet of Canada and Tafelmusik. They are a highly versatile group comfortable performing not only the great classical repertoire but also jazz, contemporary and many other musical genres. Their violinist, Drew Jurecka also composes and arranges for the quartet.

Feb 28, 2025

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2. Shuffle Demons

Shuffle Demons are a high-energy Canadian band that blends virtuosic jazz and funk playing with eye-catching costumes and over the top stage antics to produce an incredible show. A hit at festivals all over the world, the Shuffle Demons are a crowd pleasing, full-on musical group that backs up wild stage antics with phenomenal playing by some of Canada's most talented musicians. Do not miss them on Thursday March 6.

Mar 6, 2025

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3. Lucy MacNeil

For Lucy MacNeil, music has always had a heartbeat and she recalls it as the centre of her childhood home where family, neighbours and visiting musicians were often known to gather – the perfect rhythm of everyone’s feet tapping with the music would lull her to sleep on many nights. Her career with The Barra MacNeils has seen her opening tours for international stars such as Celine Dion, Kenny Rogers and fellow Canadian Rita MacNeil. Friday March 7.

Mar 7, 2025

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4. International Womens Day 2025 with Jah'Mila and Ammoye

Mar 8, 2025

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5. Russell deCarle

296 Broadview is not yet a fully wheelchair accessible venue, with stairs between all levels. Our goal is to fix that, and we need your support to do so - please consider making a donation towards our goals to make HRL the best listening room in Toronto!

Mar 14, 2025

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6. Raoul and The Big Time

Raoul and The Big Time is one of the most highly regarded and awarded young blues acts in Canada having won a Maple Blues Award for Best New Artist in 1999 and NOW Magazine's Best Toronto Blues Artist in 2007.

Mar 15, 2025

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7. Solidaridad Tango

Solidaridad Tango was founded in 2021 by Aparna Halpé to create fair work, professional development and performance opportunities for women tango musicians. While trained in historical tango performance practice focusing on Golden Age styles, Solidaridad is proud to present new music by women tango composers and arrangers from around the world. Solidaridad Tango is Aparna Halpé, Suhashini Arulanandam, Esme Allen-Creighton, Sybil Shanahan, Shannon Wojewoda, Elizabeth Acker and Valeria Matzner. Wednesday March 19.

Mar 19, 2025

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8. Extraordinary Voices

Extraordinary Voices celebrates singing in its many fun and modern facets. The night features six extraordinary vocal acts, all creatively using electronics to support their work across different styles from singer-songwriter/pop to jazz to global folk traditions. The artists include the stunning duo Free Play, featuring Suba Sankaran and Dylan Bell, solo artists Jordana Tulsky, Blunt Chunks, Haiye (Judy) Zhu, Yarro, and the creative duo Barnyard Drama featuring Christine Duncan and drummer/electronic musician Jean Martin. Thursday March 20

Mar 20, 2025

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9. The John Prine Shrine

The John Prine Shrine hosted by Jason Fowler was loved by audiences at our Dundas venue and now makes its way to the Other Side of Town with some very special guests including Dala, Kennedy Road, Jory Nash, Melanie Conly, John McDermott Tom Allen, Maury LaFoy and more to be announced. Tickets will sell fast so be sure to get yours quickly to avoid disappointment. Saturday March 22.

Mar 22, 2025

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10. Jaeden Izik-Dzurko

Winner of the 2024 Leeds International Piano Competition and recipient of the Dame Fanny Waterman Gold Medal, Jaeden Izik-Dzurko became the first Canadian Grand Prize Laureate at an instrumental edition of the Concours musical international de Montréal in May 2024. His triumphs at landmark competitions have quickly established him as one of his generation’s most exciting and creative talents. Our classical series is curated by Eric Friesen and Angela Hewitt. Sunday March 23 at 2pm.

Mar 23, 2025

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Conclusion

Hugh's Room Live stands as a beacon of musical diversity and cultural celebration this March. From classical strings to modern funk, soulful blues, and empowering tango, the venue promises nights of unforgettable performances. With its commitment to accessibility and showcasing talent, Hugh's Room Live invites audiences to immerse themselves in a vibrant world of music. Join us in supporting these artists and the venue's mission for inclusivity, making each event a memorable celebration of sound and community.

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