Krystle Dos Santos brings A History of Motown to the Firehall Arts Centre, April 2 to 13

Concert takes audiences on a journey through the sound of a generation, from The Supremes to Stevie Wonder

SPONSORED POST BY Firehall Arts Centre

Krystle Dos Santos. Photo by Jason Benson

 
 

The Firehall Arts Centre presents A History of Motown by soul songstress Krystle Dos Santos from April 2 to 13.

Experience the soulful sounds of Motown in a mesmerizing concert starring the multi-award-winning artist Krystle Dos Santos. A History of Motown takes audiences of all ages on a musical journey through the legendary hits that defined an era and shaped the sound of a generation. From the infectious rhythms of The Supremes to the timeless melodies of Stevie Wonder, Dos Santos brings the magic of Motown to life with her powerhouse vocals and captivating stage presence.

Dos Santos will be joined for the show by a live band featuring drummer Jon Holisko, pianist Cole Tinney, guitarist Gavin Youngash, bassist Phil Bell, and saxophonist Dominic Conway.

For tickets to A History of Motown and more details, visit the Firehall Arts Centre.


Post sponsored by Firehall Arts Centre.

 
 
 

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