Concerts in the Park

Brian Wride is an accomplished fingerstyle guitarist with a “voice like a minor key”. Wride teaches music from his home in Uxbridge. His passion is for music education but he rarely passes up an opportunity to battle stage fright. Brian performs his unique acoustic renditions of classic rock, country and folk music.

To learn more visit Brian's website or check him out on Facebook or Instagram.

Concert sponsor: Organize with LeeAnna

A powerhouse performer, Shannon Roszell is a singer-songwriter from Fenelon Falls. Roszell has been likened to Joni Mitchell for her sense of melodic freedom and the direct connectivity of her lyrics.

“Singer-songwriter Shannon Roszell has been turning heads with her powerful and distinctive voice that elicits memories of the late, great Cranberries front-woman Dolores O’Riordan. And like the Cranberries, Roszell’s music offers an expansive spin on rock and roll.” – Canadian Musician Magazine (September-October 2021)

Roszell’s recently released, debut album, Within the Shimmering Darkness (June 2023), is rich with sonic landscapes as expansive as the view out her farmhouse studio window.

She is looking forward to bringing her love of folk, oldies, country and 90s rock to this show.

Concert sponsor: THRIVE Coworking Community

Our Youth Open Mic afternoon offers the opportunity for performers ages 18 years and younger to take part in our series and showcase their musical talents in front of a live audience.

Concert sponsors: Ctrl V  Lindsay - Virtual Reality Arcade, Browning Reptiles and FACE IT by Christy.

David is a folklorist, cartoonist, animator and a Professor of Art with an interest in country, cajun and blues music. Donar’s work has been seen on MTV, the Los Angeles Museum of Television and Radio (home of the Emmys), Brooklyn Museum of Art, Palm Springs International Film Fest and Seattle’s Bumbershoot Festival to name a few.

To learn more visit David's website.

Concert sponsor: Kawartha Art Gallery

Performing together since 2019, Band for a Better World is comprised of friends Blaine Kremer, Alison Kremer, Wayne Good and Mil Sepic.

Allison and Blaine Kremer met in 1973 playing in a Showband called "Full Steam Ahead". The band broke up, but Allison and Bill did not and are still together making sweet music 50 years later. Blaine plays the bass and Allison plays the keyboard and performs vocals.

Wayne Good performed at Cedar Beach Park Dance Pavilion at Musselmans Lake every Saturday night for 20 years and was a regular performer at the Egypt Community Hall monthly dances for 5 years, as well as performing monthly at the Newmarket Senior Community Center senior dances. A seasoned performer, Wayne has also played for several years at The Royal Winter Fair for Square Dance Competitions with Bob and Ginny Arbuckle. He has also performed back up guitar and bass guitar for fiddle players Harold Good, Bob Arbuckle, Don Guillemette. On occasion Wayne also has performed at weddings and various other events throughout southern Ontario

Mil Sepic has played since he was 15 in various coffeehouses, community centers, Folk Competition Festivals, recording studios, summer camps, and various jams and open mic shows since moving to Lindsay in 2014. He also was responsible for coordinating two jam groups at the Lindsay Seniors Association.

Having lost and changed members throughout the years, this band will feature special guests for songs throughout the show. This concert will be filled with plenty of tunes to keep your toes tapping and maybe even get you up out of your seat dancing!

Concert sponsor: Shawn Lackie and Paul Orchard, Sales Representatives with Coldwell Banker R.M.R Lindsay

Randy is a versatile veteran of the Canadian music scene. He has entertained audiences throughout North America over a career that spans 50 years and counting.

His repertoire ranges from the 1920s to present day, but currently he has been zeroing in on great tunes from the 50s, 60s, and 70s. His show will feature some comedy and his singalong material gets everyone involved.

Randy continues to be a busy entertainer. He does several solo shows per month, along with hosting his popular podcast, “Now and Then – Flato Academy Theatre” and working with his terrific trio, The Maple Beats.

Randy is a “can’t miss” entertainer who is a terrific addition to any function, be it a restaurant, corporate meeting, seniors’ facility, or any other venue where his varied talents could be on display.

Concert sponsor: Moore's Lawn Care

Hailing originally from Toronto, Doug is a self-taught musician playing 6 and 12 string ovation guitars. While not a prolific writer, he found enough original songs to complete an album entitled ‘More Love to Begin’; the title song is from a poem by local writer and musician Buster Fykes, released in October 2018. His album also features his acoustic version of the Weber Brothers’ ‘I Come From the Future’.

Previous local events in which Doug has performs includes several venues hosting Kitchen Party Music Jams, and concerts at Boiling Overs Coffee Vault.

This concert will feature folk songs, easy listening, some originals and singer/songwriter favourites. CD's will also be available for purchase.

To learn more visit Doug's YouTube channel.

Concert sponsor: AquaFire Marketing

Gary Peters is a local musician who has performed in the Series for many years. Gary enjoys playing at numerous venues in Lindsay, Oshawa, Woodville, Marmora and throughout the GTA. Gary’s repertoire is all country and much of it’s traditional, satisfying crowds who come to listen to his music.

Concert sponsor: Organize with LeeAnna

The JD Sautner Band has been playing together for 6 years and cover favorites from the 70s, 80s and 90s as well as original material. This band features Bob Sautner on drums, Joel Lavigne on bass and John Sautner featured on the guitars and vocals. The band has recorded two self produced albums engineered in a home studio; the 50 Begins album in 2016 and Drive the Line in 2021.

Concert sponsor: Shawn Lackie and Paul Orchard, Sales Representatives with Coldwell Banker R.M.R Lindsay

Our Youth Open Mic afternoon offers the opportunity for performers ages 18 years and younger to take part in our series and showcase their musical talents in front of a live audience.

Concert sponsors: Ctrl V  Lindsay - Virtual Reality Arcade, Browning Reptiles and FACE IT by Christy.

The Bombshell Deluxe writes about life, love, loss and history in the Kawartha Lakes with an alt-rock/alt-country perspective, adding a modern twist to old folk and traditional twang. 

Concert sponsor: THRIVE Coworking Community

The REACHERS are a Lindsay based band, consisting of members of The Canadian Mental Health Association HKPR’s HOPE Learning Centre. This band showcases their musical talent; defies stigma associated with mental health challenges and instills hope for recovery. The REACHERS perform original songs along with a wide variety of cover music, ranging from the 60s to now.

Concert sponsor: Kawartha Art Gallery

Think of the best songs you have ever heard at weddings, concerts and on your old AM Radio's and you have the selections presented by Parker Boulevard House Band. This band covers rock, soul, folk, blues, country and great dance tunes with an added splash of humor.

Their history of performing dates back to the 60's. From small clubs in "the Village In Toronto in The 60's" To Fall Fairs, including Performances in North and South America, the experience of the members wild make for an amazing evening of music.

The band is comprised of Paul Parker on percussion, vocals, and peal steel. John Parnall on the keyboards, banjo, guitar and vocals. Dennis Patterson on guitar, cigar box, harmonica and vocals. Andy Smits on keyboards, accordion, harmonica, bass, guitar and vocals. As well as on occasion, special guest performers.

Come out sit back and listen to the great songs from the past and present that are not normally played. One hit wonders from the past that stir memories and dance greats that will get you up and moving.

Concert sponsor: Shawn Lackie and Paul Orchard, Sales Representatives with Coldwell Banker R.M.R Lindsay

Best described as “Music that will move your Heart, Soul, & Feet" The Ferrport Jazz Ensemble from Port Perry is a crisp, clean and classy group that features jazz, blues and pop hits from 'The Great American Songbook' of popular music's greatest hits. 

Whether it's ballads, bebop or the blues, their arrangements of jazz standards connect with listeners who enjoy snappy tempos, swingin' rhythms and soaring melodies of iconic songs that we all know and love. After all, it's the song that matters, and the Ferrport Jazz Ensemble plays the most memorable sound tracks of our lives.

To learn more visit them on Facebook, YouTube and on their website.

Concert sponsor: Kawartha Art Gallery

Get ready for a great time at this show! Based in Kawartha Lakes, Hitcher performs hits from the 80s, 90’ and 2000s. Notorious for pumping elevated levels of energy into every show, Hitcher delivers the ultimate fun experience with their mix of rock, alternative, power pop and even a savoury side of Country. With a ton of live stage experience, Hitcher provides its trademark high-powered octane boost to any venue, and brings the fun every time. Hitcher features, Darryl Aspin on lead vocals, Mike Rewegan on guitars, Big Rick Knoester on the drums and Brent Kehoe on bass.

Concert sponsor: Lindsay Home Hardware

Lindsay's very own Jake Norris and the SideStreet Band, offer a fun and entertaining mix of classic rock and a little bit of country with a twist.

Lead vocalist, Jake Norris along with Jeremy VanHalteren on lead guitar, Rev. Andrew White playing rhythm and acoustic guitar, Brett McDonnell rocking the bass and Jody Anderson keeping beat on drums, this talented group of musicians will have you dancing and singing along to every song!

You can also catch them at the Kawartha Lakes Canada Day celebrations and Pyrofest this summer.

For more info and upcoming events, visit their Facebook group.

Concert sponsor: Kawartha Art Gallery

Pinky and Gerald have been playing together for many years. They entertain with a large variety of music, different genres and multiple instruments. Never a dull moment with these two!

Concert sponsor: Lindsay Dodge