Originally Posted On: Lithium Magazine
By Kat Harlton
Photos by Tiffany Shum
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This past Monday I was fortunate enough to see Juno Award-winning artist, Sean Jones bring back his popular Soul In The City series to Casa Loma. Guests were allowed to wander through the castle and gardens all night, with a $1 from each ticket sold being donated to Kids Help Phone.
Backed by a seven–piece band, including saxophones (which I loved) Jones performed amazing renditions of a variety songs from various artists and eras, including Superstition, Soul Man, It Ain’t Over ‘Til It’s Over, Something In The Way She Moves and Love Man. However, it was Micheal Jackson‘s The Way You Make Me Feel, and Prince‘s Kiss during the 2nd half of the show that had guests dancing in the aisles under the glass pavilion and all throughout the garden.
Special guests included TV personality/singer/songwriter Jacelyn Holmes who did a soulful version of Ring Of Fire and Toronto’s own Vanessa Legacy, who gave us the chance to hear her powerful vocals while performing Change Of Heart and Tanika Charles who also brought the house down with an invigorating, passionate performance.
This is the 2nd time I’ve gone to this event, and I love it. There’s just something about wandering around the castle grounds all lit up at night with soulful music that’s magical. Not to mention the great food and drinks. I can’t wait to return.
Soul In The City starring Sean Jones runs every Monday evening 7:30pm from now until August 29th, 2016.