Attention Teachers Grades 7 to 12!
As part of its mandate to support global music and culture through arts presentations, artist development and education, Lula Music and Arts Centre will offer a series of exciting and challenging workshops and performances during the 2010/2011 school year. Call 416 588 0307 or email tracy@lula.ca for details about our French and Spanish World Cafe programs. Also check out the Ugandan music and dance workshop on September 29th - presented as part of the Small World Music Festival.More
Errol Nazareth covers Yvette and Mary Margaret OHara
Check out the link to Errol's weekly column on CBC's Metro Morning. This morning Errol tipped off Toronto listeners to the rare appearance of Mary Margaret O'Hara which will take place tonight (August 25) at Lula as part of Tollar's Women in Jazz series. You can also listen to the piece here.More
Luanda at Lula
Over the past four years, Lula audiences have had the pleasure of seeing Brazilian vocalist Luanda Jones blossom as a performer and recording artist. Join us this Friday for an early 8pm dinner concert. See more details in the upcoming section on the home page. Last year, Luanda released her debut CD Aquarella to critical acclaim and was invited to appear on CBC show Q. Check out the video of Luanda with Canada s own Paul Shaffer.More
Buena Vista Social Club comes to Lula!
For more details and to purchase tickets online, visit the event page in upcoming events.More
Palenque Drummers for the first time in Toronto
Las Alegres Amublancias appear for the first time in Canada this Thursday night.More
Amanda Martinez at the World Cup!
Check out this CBC video of our own Amanda Martinez talking about her trip to South Africa to represent Canada by singing for the opening of the World Cup! CBC.ca video.More
Watch the World Cup at Lula
Starting June 11, Lula Lounge will be presenting all the most popular World Cup competitions, including the final championship game to be held on Sunday July 11. You can rsvp on Facebook if you are so inclined!" target="_blank">Facebook if you are so inclined!More
Ricardo Lemvo at Lula June 5
Ricardo Lemvo returns to Lula on Saturday June 5 to launch his new CD, Retrospectiva!More
Toronto Star Columnist John Tersauds covers Lulaworld
Check out the great article by Toronto Star Entertainment writer, John Tersauds - published on May 13. Read the whole article in the Toronto StarMore
Congratulations Dominic!!!!
LULA would like congratulate all the new Juno-award winners and most especially our own resident artist Dominic Mancuso. Dominic won in the World Music Album category. We haven't had a chance yet to go through all the pages on our website and substitute Juno Award-winner for Juno nominee but we'll do that soon!More
LULAWORLD 2010
Lula Music and Arts Centre is proud to present LULAWORLD 2010 - celebrating global music from around the corner and around the world. From May 5th to 30th, artists from throughout the Canada are joined by international musicians to showcase the extraordinary diversity and calibre of Canadian global music - encouraging a cross pollination between musical cultures and revealing that when it comes to global music, Toronto is one of the very best places in the world to be!More
French Cafe for High School Students
Quebecoise singer /songwriter / guitarist Joanna Moon is joined by bassist and music educator Kevin Braun in this lively celebration of French music.More
Legendary Cuban Percussionist Changuito at Lula March 27
'Changuito' Quintana is one of the living legends of modern Cuban music, the man considered most responsible for the polyrhythmic foundation of Cuban salsa and timba. Soul Drums and Rumberos Productions are bringing Changuito to Toronto for a special evening in celebration of this living legend, who will be performing with some of Toronto's most distinguished Cuban musicians including, percussionist/teacher Joaquin Hidalgo and the Rumberos All Stars.More
Parking at Lula
Many Lula Lounge patrons will be aware of recent changes to the parking regulations in our area. These changes have now gone into effect. There is still some pay-and-display parking on Dundas Street West near Lula.. The cost for this is $1.50 per hour until 9pm, after which it is free. Despite the changes, parking on the blocks a couple to the west of us remains unaffected.There are also some new pay-and-display spots on side streets abutting Dundas Street West - Sheridan Avenue, Brock Avenue, Marguereta Street, and St. Clarens Avenue.
The nearest Green P parking lot - at 9 Bonar Place, a 5-minute walk from Lula just north of College Street between Sheridan and Dufferin.
Peter's No Frills at the corner of Lansdowne and Dundas has also generously allowed us to offer free parking after 10pm. Cars must be parked at the south end of the lot and be moved by 4am. .
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Thursday, 09 September 2010
The 5th Annual Patsy Cline Birthday Show Spectacular!
Heather Morgan hosts a stellar evening of top notch performers doing their favorite Patsy Cline songs. The performers will be backed by an all star backing band lead by Steve (Bebop Cowboys) Briggs, Dennis Pendrith (Vinyl Cafe) on upright bass, Nichol Robertson on guitar, James Gray (formerly of Blue Rodeo) on piano and Cam Giroux (By Divine Right, Luther Wright) on drums.
Friday, 10 September 2010
Hilario Duran Trio (8pm)
One of the most important contemporary Cuban pianists and arrangers today, Juno award-winner Hilario Duran brings his latin jazz trio to Lula for one night only.FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE
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Friday, 10 September 2010
Lyndon John X CD release
LJX, better known as Lyndon John X is a Toronto-based, singer-songwriter and guitarist who burst onto the reggae scene in 2007 with his first independent Reggae album titled Two Chord Skankin. His second release, Brighter Days is receiving rave advance reviews.
Saturday, 11 September 2010
Salsa Saturday with Ricky Franco
This 13-piece power house group features some of the best salsa musicians in the country, delivering potent salsa descargas with a soulful R&B edge along with a healthy dose of Bachata, Timba, Cumbias and Boleros for your dancing pleasure.
Sunday, 12 September 2010
Tribute to Michael Jackson
Award winning Poet Actor and Entertainer Al St. Louis hosts this incredible night of non stop music and entertainment paying tribute to a King. Backed by The SoulMates and featuring Carlos Morgan Lisa Michelle and some surprise guest artists, this tribute will accentuate exactly why Michael Jackson was and is the King Of Pop!
Friday, 17 September 2010
Dominic Mancuso: Lula Live and Intimate (8pm)
As a special treat to help kick off our fall program, Dominic brings his full quintet to Lula. Crossing borders, genres and languages with ease, Juno Award Winner Dominic Mancuso is defining a rich hybrid sound fueled by the highly diverse and cultural backdrop that Toronto provides. Admission includes Viva Celia show at 10pm!
Friday, 17 September 2010
Viva Celia - A tribute to the great Celia Cruz (10pm)
Musical director Sean Bellaviti gathers an all-star line up of Toronto salsa talent to pay a musical homage to the one and only Queen of Salsa. ADVANCE TICKETS ARE JUST $10 UNTIL SEPTEMBER 12. Tickets do not guarantee seating.
Saturday, 18 September 2010
Saturday Salsa party w Luis Mario Ochoa and Cimarron
Luis Mario Ochoa and Cimarron bring a night of 100% live salsa to Lula Lounge for a night dedicated to the dancer. Well known for leading a wide variety of big bands and latin jazz ensembles, arranger and composer Luis Mario Ochoa has gathered a killer line up of Toronto based Cuban musicians to perform a repertoire of old school salsa music.
Sunday, 19 September 2010
Joanna Moon Band featuring special guests
Join us on Sunday afternoon to unwind before the work week ahead. With her rich and powerful voice, Joanna Moon passionately gives life to the gypsy soul in the most universal sense. Originally from Quebec, Joanna is inspired by a range of flamenco artists from Spain, marrying wild, warm and sensual Andalusian and Cuban rhythms to her French and Spanish lyrics. Special $4 price on domestic beer.
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Thursday, 23 September 2010
Funkabelly featuring Nomadica and DJ Medicine Man as part of the Small World Music Festival
FunkaBelly is a one of a kind Global Grooves dance party and cutting edge Bellydance cabaret. Dance yourself ecstatic to Toronto's only live Gypsy Funk Band, Nomadica trading sets with DJ medicineman. Make space on the dance floor to experience some of the best bellydance artists in Toronto and beyond bringing their deepest magic to an inspiring and enthusiastic crowd. Each FunkaBelly has a theme that inspires performers and celebrants alike, creating a atmosphere that is electric and refreshingly eccentric.
Saturday, 25 September 2010
Saturday Night Salsa: Lady Son y Articulo Veinte
Considered one of the top voices on todays Canadian salsa scene, Yeti Ajasin (A.K.A. Lady Son) has been making waves with her powerful vocals, the bands NuYorican-style arrangements and original compositions influenced by Cuban Guajiro and Son Montuno. $15 Admission includes 9pm beginner salsa lesson.www.myspace.com/ladyson
Tuesday, 28 September 2010
Patricia Cano
With roots in Peru and raised in Sudbury, this remarkable vocalist has worked and studied in Paris and Brazil. Last year Patricia recorded her debut album featuring the stellar Brazilian guitarist Carlos Bernardo as well as percussionist and producer Luisito Orbegoso. Don't miss this chance to hear one of the most exciting vocal talents in the country in our intimate setting. (Mark our words...Patricia will be selling out Massey Hall before you know it!)
Wednesday, 29 September 2010
Kinobe and Soul Beat Africa as part of the Small World Music Festival
Kinobe layers transcendent melodies over driving poly-rhythms, leading listeners into the very soul of African music. Performing both Ugandan roots music and original compositions, Soul Beat Africa represents the new vanguard of Ugandan performers, gifted instrumentalists steeped in the music of their homeland, but with ears opened to the sounds of the world at large.
Sunday, 03 October 2010
Into The 80s CD Release Party
Featuring many of the acts from the Sugar Moon Music release "Into the 80s: Great TORONTO Bands!" From bands that had international exposure to local favourites, these groups represent a great time in the musical history of Toronto. Get your dancing shoes on and come out and have some fun! We want to see lots of BIG hair!
Saturday, 09 October 2010
Salsa Dance Party with Cafe Cubano
Join us for the best salsa dance party in town. With their potent blend of dance floor friendly salsa and high-energy showmanship, Cafe Cubano evoke the spirit of the legendary dance clubs of Havana. $15 at the door or book a table for our $49 dinner and show pacakge.
Sunday, 10 October 2010
Ron Manfield in concert with Norman Amadio and more
As a singer/pianist, Ron appeals to mature and sensitive listeners. His mellow voice and unique piano stylings never fail to delight his audience. With Norman Amadio (piano), Pat Labarbara (tenor sax), John MacLeod (flugelhorn), Rosemary Galloway (bass) and Don Vickery (drums).
Wednesday, 13 October 2010
Carl Palmer Band: Celebrates the Music of Emerson Lake & Palmer
A rare intimate performance by one of the most respected rock drummers of all time. Palmer is best known for his work with the English groups The Crazy World of Arthur Brown, Atomic Rooster, Asia and of course, Emerson, Lake & Palmer - the prog-rock collective that skyrocketed in the 1970s, headlining arenas and selling over 40 million records.
Tickets do not guarantee seating. To book a table for dinner, please call 416 588 0307 or email reserve@lula.ca. Please print you paypal receipt as proof of payment.
Tuesday, 26 October 2010
Lula Music and Arts presents Bet.e (direct from Montreal)
Known for her work with Stef, Bet.e now flies solo, but her music still recalls that of the popular Montreal duo. Elizabeth Provencher - aka Bet.e - has nourished an unending passion for Brazilian music. Her CD, b.coming, strikes a delicate balance between the familiar and the unexpected. Please print your paypal receipt and bring it to the door as proof of payment.
Thursday, 28 October 2010
Access Education Guatemalan Childrens Fund Benefit with Conjunto La-ca-lu
Join Access Education Guatemalan Children's Fund in a night of hot Latin music, and a silent auction that is muy caliente! Access Education - Guatemalan Children's Fund, an organization committed to ending the cycle of hopelessness presents this evening with Toronto salsa band Conjunto La-ca-lu and special guests Wallace and the Gromits.
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