musicians and singers. Taking place at 8:45 pm, May Kin Music Band executes their second set, involving plenty of dancing, laughing and joy. Moreover, the band aims to play requested songs during this period. At 10:00 pm, the celebratory evening concludes. While May Kin Music Band ticketed events are open to the public, their limited 180 seats do tend to sell out. Scheduled performances throughout 2025 include: January 18th from 6:00 pm until 10:00 pm; February 15th from 6:00 pm until 10:00 pm; March 15th from 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm, and 6:00 pm until 10:00 pm; April 26th from 6:00 pm until 10:00 pm; May 24th — which is a fundraiser for Anita May Music and the Mental Health Fund — from 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm, and 6:00 until 10:00 pm; June 21st from 6:00 until 10:00 pm; July 19th from 6:00 pm until 10:00 pm; August 23rd from 6:00 pm until 10:00 pm; September 20th from 6:00 pm until 10:00 pm; October 25th from 6:00 pm until 10:00 pm; November 29th — a fundraiser for Anita May Music and the Mental Health Fund — from 6:00 pm until 10:00 pm. As Brian enthuses, “The dance floor fills when the band starts to play, and it stays full until it’s time to go home!” Tickets cost $15.00 in advance, or $20.00 at the door. Brian offers, “It is also possible to reserve a table of eight for $120.” Tickets are available through the St. Thomas Seniors’ Recreation Centre located at 225 Chestnut Street, as well as Studio Arts Music Academy and Rock School, St. Thomas at 156 Edward Street. Furthermore, visit their website at studioartsmusic.com to explore this local business.
Prompted to detail the ways in which music fulfills Brian, he thoughtfully responds, “Music… First, music is fun! Music is math (rhythms); music is art (creative); music is science (frequencies and vibrations, sounds and instruments); music is physical (coordination and breathing); music is a universal language; music is reading; music is history. To me, music is life!” May Kin Music Band has various performances booked at the St. Thomas Seniors’ Recreation Centre throughout 2025. While their dance events currently begin at 6:00 pm, the team is in the process of planning afternoon matinees, and perhaps additional dance evenings. The kitchen opens at 5:30 pm, about which Brian exclaims, “Jen and her team are absolutely amazing!” No Worries Band sets the stage at 6:00 pm, followed by the Community Showcase #1 at 6:30 pm, entailing either a local band or a small performance group. At 7:00 pm, May Kin Music Band presents their first set, featuring country music along with 50s, 60s and 70s tunes. At 8:15 pm, the Community Showcase #2 is highlighted, which entails individual comedians, poets,
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