Celebrate with Parang and Steelpan Concert in Oakville Join the Canadian Caribbean Association of Halton (CCAH) for an afternoon of Caribbean folk music at the Parang and Steelpan Concert on Sunday, Dec. 3. The free concert, which runs from 1-3 p.m., will be held at the Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre (QEPCCC). The concert features a guest performance by La Petite Musicale. For most West Indians, especially Trinidadians and Tobagonians, the name La Petite Musicale is synonymous with the immortal Olive Walke and the legendary folk choir that she founded in Port of Spain more than a half century ago. In 1969, La Petite Musicale of Toronto was established by a core group of members from the parent company in Trinidad and Tobago. Since that time, the membership has changed, but the high calibre of performances has withstood the test of time under the directorship of Lindy Burgess. Under his leadership, the group continues to emulate the feats of its fabled parent counterpart, and in many respects has far surpassed expectations because of its own admirable efforts and accomplishments. These include appearances at major theatre locations, as well as television, cultural and international programs across Ontario and the United States and their annual Christmas production. La Petite Musicale's repertoire includes traditional Spanish and French folk songs, gospel, classical renditions, calypso and parang. To date, La Petite Musicale has produced two recorded collections of their repertoire -- Caribfolk in 1977 followed by Through the Seasons in 1986. The QEPCCC is located at 2302 Bridge Rd. in Oakville. For more information, visit http://visitoakville. com/events/parang-steelpan-concert/. 21 | Friday November 24, 2017 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insidehalton.com A performance by Wali Shah, scheduled to take place at St. Luke's Anglican Church, Palermo tonight (Nov. 24), has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. Shah will instead perform at another date in the New Year, according to organizers. St. Luke's will make an announcement when the new performance has been scheduled. Event cancelled Festival closes with choir concert The Oakville Vocal Arts Festival culminates with a final concert on Sunday, Nov. 26 featuring a mass choir of 100 students. In its third year, the local festival aims to help develop young musical talent in Oakville. The festival was founded by a group of members from the Ontario Registered Music Teachers' Association, Hamilton/Halton branch. It is put on in partnership with the Oakville Arts Council and the Ontario Music Festivals Association (OMFA), and it has three adjudicators for voice, music theatre and singer/songwriter. The final concert takes place at 7 p.m. at Glen Abbey United Church, 1469 Nottinghill Gate. For more information about the event, visit https://www.oakvillevocalartsfestival.ca/. ME TIME SAVE 37% ON CONVENIENT HOME DELIVERY · Saturday & Sunday home delivery · Award-winning, trusted journalism · Access to the ePaper ENJOY YOUR Call 289-813-1969 Full Service Travel Agency Exclusive Small Group Tours - Max. 22 People POrtugal IrEland May 3rd, 2018 - 12 days Jun. 8th & sept. 18th, 2018 Only 3 Spots Available for Sept 18th ScOtland ExPlOrE aFrIca May 25th, 2018 - 11 days Oct. 11th, 2018 - 15 days Book by Dec. 15th to lock in 2017 Pricing Special o er to Metroland readers: SAVE 37% Pay only $2.45 per week for 6 months. www.thestar.com/relax2a CREDIT CARD ONLY ; 416.367.4500 77 Bronte Rd., Oakville www.furtherafieldtravel.ca