Kira Callahan - Toronto Jazz Singer

Past Performances

Friday December 28th, 2007

The KIRA CALLAHAN DUO is back at COMMENSAL for an end-of-year evening of jazz, blues and a touch of latin music. The Holidays are nearly over...time to say a fond farewell to 2007 and to ring in the fresh New Year. Come enjoy some excellent vegetarian cuisine and relax to the sounds of music. 6:30 - 9:30pm. Commensal is located on Elm St. downtown Toronto between Yonge and Bay. Pay What You Can cover. visit the Commensal website.
December 21st Christmas Show

The KIRA CALLAHAN DUO has a special booking at the LIBERTY BISTRO tonight. We're back for a second time this month to play some holiday jazz for you. Come cozy up with some friends, enjoy delicious food, drinks and Christmas Jazz. I'll be accompanied by talented young guitarist Tom Juhas. The music starts at 8pm and goes until 11. No cover. Call ahead at 416-533-8828 for dinner reservations or just drop by for a drink at the bar. The Liberty Bistro is near King & Dufferin at the corner of Atlantic and Liberty Sts. See you there for some Holiday Cheer!
Tuesday December 11th - Saturday December 15th

HOLIDAY DINING AND DANCING is the perfect seasonal choice this week at the Old Mill Inn! The ANTHONY TERPSTRA/KIRA CALLAHAN SONGBOOK QUARTET featuring Richard Whitehouse on piano, Dave Field on bass and Anthony Terpstra on drums is making music for a whole week at the Old Mill Inn. Every night from 7:30 -11:30pm Tuesday to Saturday we'll be playing a mixture of the best jazz, latin and blues for you to dance to, of course with some of your favourite Christmas Carols in the mix. The Old Mill Inn is comfort and elegance...one of Toronto's few great places to dine and dance. Come bring your family, friends and a special someone to celebrate the Holidays with us. For more details, visit the Old Mill Inn website.
Saturday December 1st, 2007

The KIRA CALLAHAN DUO featuring NATHAN HILTZ on guitar is getting into the Holiday Swing. We hope you'll join us at the LIBERTY BISTRO tonight for drinks, excellent food, and some musical Holiday Cheer. The Liberty Bistro is at the corner of Atlantic and Liberty Sts., just SE of King and Dufferin. For dinner reservations call 416-533-8828.
Friday November 23rd 2007

Please join the Kira Callahan Duo this evening for excellent jazz and a fanstastic selection of vegetarian cuisine at COMMENSAL. We'll be playing the best of jazz with abit of blues and latin thrown in for good measure. Music is from 6:30 - 9:30pm. Tip jar cover. See you there!
Firday October 26th, 2007

The LIBERTY BISTRO is hosting the Kira Callahan Duo again this evening. Come hang out in a place that feels as comfortable as your livingroom and boasts delicious 'high-end'food for far less than you'd expect to pay. On top of that, you get to hear the fabulous jazz duo stylings of Kira Callahan on the mic and Nathan Hiltz playing guitar. 8:30 - 11:30pm. No cover. The Liberty Bistro is located near King and Duffering at the corner of Atlantic and Liberty Sts. See you there!
Wednesday October 17th, 2007

Kira Callahan and rhythmically-gifted pianist Peter Hill head up to Markham to play jazz at the Owl & Firkin. We're on the East side of Woodbine Ave., just North of Steeles. C'mon out for beer and jazz - music from 7 - 10pm.
Saturday October 13th, 2007

Vegetarian haven LE COMMENSAL hosts the KIRA CALLAHAN DUO again this evening. Jazz, latin and abit of blues will be the soundtrack to your awesome meal. Le Commensal is located on Elm Street between Yonge and Bay downtown Toronto. Music from 6;30 - 9:30pm. No cover charge.
Firday September 28th, 2007

The KIRA CALLAHAN DUO featuring Nathan Hiltz on guitar is back at the Liberty Bistro. We'll be makin' great jazz for you from 8:30 - 11pm. Come fill your belly with some tasty food and your ears with some delightful tunes!
September 18th - 22nd, 2007

The ANTHONY TERPSTRA/KIRA CALLAHAN SONGBOOK QUARTET featuring Richard Whitehouse on piano and Dave Field on bass is playing for a whole week at the Old Mill Inn. Every night from 7:30 -11:30pm Tuesday to Saturday we'll be playing a mixture of the best jazz, latin and blues for you to dance to. The Old Mill Inn is comfort and elegance...one of Toronto's few great places to dine and dance. Come celebrate for an evening with us. Visit the Old Mill Inn website.
Sunday September 9th, 2007

KIRA's singing with the ANTHONY TERPSTRA SEVENTET at the JUNCTION ARTS FESTIVAL this Sunday afternoon. The pedestrians own the streets this weekend! Come and enjoy food, great work from local artisans and a line-up of mainstage music that will make you wanna boogie. Anthony's Seventet will be playing some truly swingin' music from 3 - 4pm featuring yours truly on vocals. Bring your family and friends and have a ball! Junction Arts Festival is in Toronto's central west end at Dundas and Keele streets. Free admission.
Saturday September 8th, 2007

I'm so psyched to be a part of the LAB CAB FESTIVAL. Aviva Armour-Ostroff and Andre du Toit started this brilliant multi-media performance festival last year. THE FACTORY THEATRE will be 'Open' in a unique and exciting way. September 8th and 9th every nook and cranny of the theatre will be alive with entertainment. You can see actors and musicians up close and personal in backstage spaces, in hallways, lobby and bar areas and...in stairwells! In a mini-collection of tunes I call Steps to Melody, I will be singing A Capella in the Adelaide Staircase for 12 - 15 minutes on Saturday afternoon at 1:30pm. Come spend the day roaming around the Factory Theatre and spy on me singing into the rafters as part of the experience. The FACTORY THEATRE is on Bathurst St. at Adelaide. For ticket info and more details of the awesome lineup of talent here this weekend, visit the Lab Cab website.
Friday September 7th, 2007

The KIRA CALLAHAN DUO plays jazz for you at COMMENSAL from 6:30 - 9:30pm. If you haven't visited this downtown Toronto restaurant, you've been missing some of the best vegetarian cuisine in the city! Over 100 delicious selections of fresh salads, and hot items are on the menu at this licensed eatery. Join us for a taste and some great jazz. Commensal is on Elm St. between Yonge and Bay. For more details, visit the Commensal website.
Friday August 17th, 2007

The LIBERTY BISTRO welcomes Kira Callahan and Nathan Hiltz back to their fabulous patio. Come and listen to jazz under the stars on this warm August night, while sipping your favourite drink and tucking into some of the best cuisine Toronto has to offer. We're making music from 8 - 11pm. No Cover. Mention my site and you'll get 10% off your patio bill. The LIBERTY BISTRO is located on the corner of Liberty and Atlantic Sts, near King and Dufferin. 416-533-8828.
Friday August 10th, 2007

Le COMMENSAL hosts the KIRA CALLAHAN DUO featuring Mark Kieswetter on piano. We'll be serenading you this Friday evening as you enjoy your delicious vegetarian meal. Le Commensal is growing organically :0) into a lovely non-traditional jazz venue. We're all putting alot of love into it. Suzanne the owner has bravely committed to consistently presenting live jazz every Friday and Saturday night, Dan Eisen the man booking and the one who had the idea in the first place, arranges a great line-up month by month, and all the players continue to bring their best to a three-hour gig for a very modest honorarium. In all that great energy, delightful things keep happening. During my last gig there, we had swing dancers literally cutting a rug to our duo rhythms. Come and soak up the vibe this Friday night from 6:30 - 9:30pm. Pay What You Can tip jar. Le Commensal is located downtown Toronto on Elm Street between Yonge and Bay. 416-596-9364.
Wednesday August 1, 2007

The KIRA CALLAHAN DUO plays at a new jazz venue for the first time. The Markham OWL & FIRKIN has started a Wednesday Night Jazz series on their gorgeous upstairs patio. Mark Kieswetter and I will be performing jazz, blues and abit of latin all night from 7 - 11pm. Join us and soak up all the summer you can get! 7181 Woodbine Ave. 905-513-6611. For more information, directions and some great pics, visit the Owl & Firkin website.
TORONTO DOWNTOWN JAZZ FESTIVAL 2007

Thursday June 28th The Kira Callahan Duo is featured at the Liberty Cafe. Hot summer jazz takes the patio stage this Thursday night for the Toronto Downtown Jazz Festival. More delectable details to follow!
TORONTO DOWNTOWN JAZZ FESTIVAL 2007

Friday June 22nd, the cool duo vibe of Kira Callahan and guitarist Nathan Hiltz kicks off The 2007 Toronto Downtown Jazz Festival at Commensal. Come and enjoy great live jazz, a glass of wine and some delicious vegetarian cuisine. Le Commensal is right in the heart of downtown Toronto on Elm Street between Yonge and Bay. Music from 6:30 - 9:30pm. $5 cover for this Jazz Festival evening.
June 18th - June 30th 2007

The Anthony Terpstra/Kira Callahan Quartet is playing a two-week run at the beautiful Old Mill Inn. That's right, these dates cross right over into TORONTO DOWNTOWN JAZZ FESTIVAL time. Part-time and dedicated Jazz music lovers of every kind come out of the woodwork this time of year, creating an exciting electricity to the nights! There are very few places in town that still offer the delights of an evening of dinner and dancing, and the Old Mill Inn is one of the most romantic ones. Mark your calendars and plan for a special night (or two!). Stay tuned for more details!
Friday June 15th, 2007

The Kira Callahan Duo plays patio jazz at the Liberty Cafe tonight. Come and sip your favourite drink, taste a delicious meal and enjoy great music from 8 - 11:00pm. Call 416-533-8828 for dinner reservations.
Sunday May 20th 2007

TEN FEET TALL welcomes back the Kira Callahan Trio. Enjoy this sunny afternoon of jazz in the city with us from 3:30 - 6:30pm. I'll be accompanied by two amazing musicians - Nathan Hiltz on Guitar and Gord Mowat on Bass. This east end haven is known for delicious menu treats, funky comfy surroundings and great Sunday jazz! Ten Feet Tall is at 1381 Danforth Ave. between Greenwood and Coxwell. 416-788-7333. No cover charge...just come and enjoy.
Friday May 11, 2007

The Liberty Cafe hosts the Kira Callahan Duo once again! Ahhh hot nearly-summer nights with fabulous jazz. Music starts around 8pm...stay tuned for more details! The Liberty Cafe is near King and Dufferin, at the corner of Liberty and Atlantic Streets.
Friday May 4, 2007

The Kira Callahan Duo featuring Mark Kieswetter on piano is back at Commensal this Friday evening. Ease into your weekend with some lively and intimate jazz from 6:30 - 9:30pm. New to Commensal? This restaurant is one of the best vegetarian spots in town. With over 100 delicious selections to choose from and a comfy casual atmosphere, no wonder they're celebrating their 10th Anniversary this year. Mark and I will be playing well-loved jazz, blues and swing hits to bring you out of work mode and into a great spring weekend. Le Commensal is located downtown Toronto on Elm Street between Yonge and Bay. PWYC Cover. See you there!
April 20th & 21st 2007

My musical partner in crime - guitarist Nathan Hiltz - is back in town! We're doing our magical jazz duo thang at the LIBERTY CAFE this weekend. Come and enjoy a delicious, reasonably-priced dinner and hear some of the best intimate jazz in the city. The Liberty Cafe is near King and Dufferin at the corner of Liberty and Atlantic Street. Guarantee yourself a table by booking ahead at 416-533-8828. Free parking, no cover.
The RED Festival...Tuesday April 17th

Pssst! It's here again - the amazing RED Festival. What is RED you ask? A four-night arts extravaganza at the Lula Lounge. From 6:30 - 11pm you'll be delighted with non-stop entertainment: music, dance, spoken word, drama, comedy, clowning and more. Tuesday night I'm part of the RED HOT JAZZ set kicking off the evening. A whole variety of delectable artistic treats will fill your night for only $15. Incredible! The RED festival is the brain-heart-soul-child of Lisa Pijuan. It's now in its 4th year and gets more exciting each time. Watch for RED news in Official Media Sponsor NOW Magazine's pages and visit kiracallahan.com for updates. It's gonna be a riot!
Friday April 13th, 2007

The KIRA CALLAHAN DUO is back at Le Commensal this Friday night. Come and enjoy a glass of wine, some of the best vegetarian cuisine the city has to offer, and gorgeous jazz melodies to top it all off. Stay tuned for details on my musical partner in crime for the night! Music from 6:30 - 9:30pm. No cover, but a PWYC tip jar adds to the musicians' honorarium. Le Commensal is located on Elm St. between Yonge and Bay.
DELECTABLE DIVAS Friday March 9th, 2007

Come and celebrate International Women's Day at U of T's Hart House. DELECTABLE DIVAS has become a hugely popular March event filled with a variety of fantastic musical talent. You won't want to miss it! I'll be sharing the stage with Eliana Cuevas, Skin Tight Outta Sight, Jennie Burke and lots of other talented women. The show takes place at 8pm in The Great Hall at Hart House. Tickets are only $10. For more information and to buy tickets, call 416-978-8849 or Visit the Hart House website.
Friday March 2nd, 2007

We had such a great time making music for you at the LIBERTY CAFE, they've asked us to come and do it again! A change though - our Nathan is travelling south of the 49th this week, so I'll be making music with swingin' guitarist Mike Daley from the Hogtown Syncopators. Fear not though, Nathan will be back mid-March - more gigs to come. Join Mike and I and everyone else at the Liberty this Friday for a sumptuous meal, drinks and delightful jazz. Music from 8 - 11:30pm. The Liberty is located in the artsy King & Dufferin area at the corner of Liberty and Atlantic. Free parking. We suggest calling ahead to make reservations: 416-533-8828.
Friday February 2nd 2007

The Kira Callahan Duo is back at Le Commensal. We'll be making wonderful music to your vegetarian delight! No kidding - this is one of the best vegetarian restuarants in the city, with probably over 100 selections of delicious food...and of course this is a licensed dining establishment so you can enjoy a glass of wine while you dine and take in some jazz. Hope to see you there. 6:30 - 9:30pm. No cover. Le Commensal is located at the NE Corner of Bay and Elm Sts.
Friday/Saturday Jan 26th & 27th, 2007

THE LIBERTY CAFE welcomes back Kira Callahan and guitarist Nathan Hiltz. We're bringing our intimate duo jazz to one of the best restaurants in the west end. The Liberty Cafe has all kinds of delicious treats on the menu for much less than you'd expect to pay for such quality. Come out and enjoy a meal, some wine and the finest jazz. Music from 8:30 - 11:30pm. The LIBERTY CAFE is at 25 Liberty Street near King and Dufferin. Free parking, no cover. Call 416-533-8828 for reservations.
Sunday January 14th 2007

The Kira Callahan Trio performs yummy brunch jazz at TEN FEET TALL on the Danforth. Nathan Hiltz accompanies me on guitar and a surprise bass player is joining us! Musical delights from 3:30 - 6:30pm. 1381 Danforth Avenue between Greenwood and Coxwell. Call (416) 778-7333 for more info. Visit the Ten Feet Tall website here.
NEW YEARS EVE 2006

Kira Callahan heads west to Niagara Falls to perform a Gala New Years Eve celebration with the Anthony Terpstra's Starlight Orchestra. Happy 2007, everyone!
Saturday December 30th, 2006

The Kira Callahan Duo performs Jazz at Le Commensal this Holiday Saturday night from 6:30 - 9:30pm. The wonderful pianist Danny McErlain is makin' music with me tonight. Hankerin' for some delicious vegetarian fare to get a break from turkey? This is the place to satisfy. Vegetarian haven Le Commensal has an impressive selection of delectable dishes on the menu, along with several fine wines to choose from. No cover, but tips are most welcome. Le Commensal is right downtown Toronto on Elm St., just West of Bay. See you there!
Wednesday December 20th, 2006

Ahhhh CHRISTMAS! This wintery Wednesday guitarist Nathan Hiltz and I are presenting a Christmas show at the LIBERTY CAFE. We'll perform classic jazz 'n swing songs with lots of Christmas spice mixed in. If you're wanting to share some Holiday Cheer with friends, this is a great night to choose. The food at the Liberty Cafe is truly delicious, with everything from grilled Mahi-Mahi to gourmet pizzas, steamed mussels in a mouth-watering wine sauce, gourmet burgers and lots of other delectable choices - all at much less than you'd expect to pay. Call the Liberty to make your dinner reservation or just pop by for a drink and some great music. Show from 8:00 - 11:00pm. Free parking, no cover. The LIBERTY CAFE is at the corner of Atlantic and Liberty Sts., near King and Dufferin. Reservations and information: 416-533-8828.
Friday December 8, 2006

Kira Callahan and Nathan Hiltz play wonderful lyrical duo jazz at the LIBERTY CAFE. We're making music from 8:30 - 11:30pm. Come and join us for music and truly delicious food! No cover charge. The LIBERTY CAFE is located in the King and Dufferin area, at the corner of Atlantic and Liberty Sts. For more information and/or a dinner reservation, call 416-533-8828.
Sunday November 26th 2006

Kira's SWING ROSIE gals are at it again. Show at the Lancaster Inn, Waterloo. For all the deets, visit our site.
Friday November 24th 2006

The Kira Callahan Duo is back at the Liberty Cafe. Come and enjoy Kira's cool musical connection with talented guitarist Nathan Hiltz. Music from 8-ish to 11:30pm. Oh and...check out the muscles in wine sauce they're sooo good! 25 Liberty Street near King and Dufferin. Free parking, no cover. 416-533-8828.
Sunday November 19th 2006

The KIRA CALLAHAN TRIO plays the REX HOTEL this Sunday from 7 - 9pm. We'll be swingin' out with only the best jazz. Artie Roth on bass and Nathan Hiltz on guitar. C'mon out for a drink and some tunes! Visit the REX site
Saturday November 11th 2006

Kira sings a Remembrance Day concert with SWING ROSIE in Waterloo. For tickets and more deets, visit our site.
Friday November 10th, 2006

This Friday finds the Kira Callahan Duo - featuring Nathan Hiltz on guitar- performing for the first time at Statler's..wahooo! Jazz in Boys Town. Statlers is a hip and cozy neighbourhood hang on the East side of Church Street. Come by for a drink and some tunes. No cover. Music from 10pm - 1am. 471 Church St. 416-925-0341.
Sundays November 5, 12, 26 at the REX

Kira performs with SWING ROSIE at the REX. For more details, visit Swing Rosie's site.
Friday November 3rd, 2006

Jazz with The Kira Callahan Duo at Le Commensal. The Dynamic Duo performs another first. We will be delivered by helicopter, parachute down through the air carrying microphone and guitar...okay not really. But we are performing at this wonderful downtown vegetarian haven for the first time. Live Jazz music will be wafting through the restaurant Friday evening from 6:30 - 9:30pm. Come join us and enjoy a glass of wine, some delicious eats and gorgeous, intimate jazz featuring Kira Callahan's voice and Nathan Hiltz's guitar. No cover but pwyc tips are appreciated. Le Commensal is on Elm Street in Toronto between Yonge and Bay Sts.
Friday October 27th 2006

Kira performs intimate soulful duo jazz with wonderful guitarist Nathan Hiltz at the Liberty Cafe. Ahhh, the Liberty... West-end-funky-casual-elegant-comfy-hang. The food is deeelicious! Music from 8:00(ish) - 11:30pm. 25 Liberty St. near King and Dufferin. It's a casual drop-in place, but reservations are suggested for dinner seating. Free parking, No cover. Call 416-533-8828 for more information.
Friday/Saturday October 6 & 7th 2006

The Kira Callahan Duo performs at the Liberty Cafe. I am really looking forward to this gig. Wonderful guitarist Nathan Hiltz will be accompanying me as we play some swingin' jazz, abit of blues and some Kira originals that vibe somewhere in the same feel. Come and join us for a drink and some great music. The Liberty Cafe is a comfortable casual hang in Toronto's west end, situated around King and Dufferin. You'll be rubbing elbows with artists, revolutionaries and neigbourhood characters. Come and join us for a drink and some great music. Show from 8pm - 11:30 or so. 25 Liberty St. 416-533-8828. Visit the Liberty Cafe website for more information.
Sundays October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 2006

The Kira Callahan Trio take the stage at the REX. 7 - 9pm. I will be accompanied by two incredibly talented players: Adrean Farrugia on piano - freshly returned from his Paris tour and the oft-recorded, rhythmically gifted Artie Roth on bass. Watch for a couple of new originals by yours truly. PWYC cover. 194 Queen St. W. 416-598-2475. Visit the REX site for more information.
Saturday September 30th, 2006

Kira Callahan performs for a private event in Niagara-On-the-Lake.
Sunday September 3, 2006

Kira Callahan performs for a private event in Niagara-on-the-Lake.
Sunday August 13th, 2006

The KIRA CALLAHAN QUARTET plays JAZZ for the KRINOS TASTE OF THE DANFORTH. I am thrilled to be playing with these fabulous musicians: Adrean Farrugia on keys, Artie Roth on bass and Mike Murley on Saxophone. Join us at the Danforth BIA's Ontario Wine & Jazz Garden from 3 - 6pm. For a mere $15, you'll enjoy great jazz, two complimentary glasses of wine and a selection of delicious cheeses. 2006 is the 13th Anniversary of this famous Greektown celebration. Danforth Avenue closes to cars and opens to thousands of pedestrians from Broadview to Pape to make way for music, food and fun.
Friday August 11th at the Oakville Jazz Festival

SWING ROSIE is thrilled to be making our first appearance at the Oakville Jazz Festival - and opening for the great Liberty Silver! Join us at the Towne Square Stage at 8:30pm for 90 minutes of our classic three-part harmony swing. Whether you dance the night away or prefer to sit and enjoy the music, you're guaranteed a good time. For directions and more information on the Oakville Jazz Festival line-up, visit their site here.
Thursday August 10th in Pointe au Baril

SWING ROSIE heads 2 1/2 hours North of Toronto to beautiful Georgian Bay. We'll be putting on a great swingin' show from 7 - 9pm at the Pointe au Baril Community Centre. Folks will be arriving by car or by boat to enjoy dinner and music. Thanks to everyone at Arts on the Bay for all their work in putting this event together! For directions and ticket information, Visit the Arts on the Bay site.
Thursday August 3rd at Oakville AMC

SWING ROSIE is performing with the Anthony Terpstra Seventet outside at the Oakville AMC Cinemas this summer evening from 7 - 10pm. Come and dance as the sun sets and the stars begin to twinkle in the night sky. The Oakville Centrum is at QE and Winston Churchill, the address is 2051 Winston Park Drive, Oakville. Free admission.
Sunday July 23rd, 2006

SWING ROSIE invites you to come and dance this beautiful summer evening for SUNDAY SERENADES in Mel Lastman Square. We will be be playing 90 minutes of non-stop music from 7:30 - 9pm. Romantic ballads and hot swing numbers will keep you moving on the huge outdoor dancefloor. Hope to see you all there! For directions to Mel Lastmans square Please visit the Sunday Serenades site.
Sunday July 9th, 2006

SWING ROSIE hits the UPTOWN WATERLOO JAZZ FESTIVAL for the first time this year. The musical Rosie party starts at 3pm and we are honoured to be part of a truly stellar line-up. Come early and enjoy the great Joe Sealey just before us and stick around after our show for the legendary Guido Basso - what an afternoon! For directions and details on the whole delicious line-up, Visit the Uptown Waterloo Jazz Festival site.
Saturday July 8th, 2006

The Kira Callahan Trio will be jazzin' up the stage this beautiful summer afternoon at Yonge and St. Clair for CELEBRATE TORONTO STREET FESTIVAL. Come and enjoy Kira's soulful swing from Noon until 2pm. The Trio features exceptional jazz musicians Adrean Farrugia on piano and Artie Roth on bass. Free admission!
TORONTO DOWNTOWN JAZZ FESTIVAL Thursday June 29th

The Dominion on Queen hosts SWING ROSIE this special Thursday night for the Toronto Downtown Jazz Festival. 8:30 - MIDNIGHT. What a wonderful comfortable bar this is. Relax and enjoy good food and great swing on this laid-back east-end stretch of Queen Street. We're playing a whole night of music and the cover is only $10. The 501 Streetcar stops literally right at the front door, and there's lots of free street parking in the area. 500 Queen St. E. at Sumach. 416-368-6893. Visit the Dominion on Queen site.
PRIDE FESTIVAL 2006 Sunday June 25th

Busy day for the Rosies! We finish our show at the REX and then zip across Queen St. and up Church Street to Boys Town. Come and join the Pride Festival fun. There will be a free swing dance lesson for the crowd and a salsa lesson to accompany the band that follows Swing Rosie.
TORONTO DOWNTOWN JAZZ FESTIVAL Sunday June 25th

SWING ROSIE performs a special 90 minute show at the REX HOTEL from 6:30 - 8pm. Make special note of the earlier time so you don't miss a moment of this musical party! You'll be hangin' with the Rosies - Kira, Shannon and Chantelle - and our fabulous players: Peter Hill on piano, Cheong Lui on bass, Glenn Anderson on drums and William Sperandei on trumpet. We've bumped our Sunday timeslot up a half-hour to play non-stop swingin' three-part harmony for you, then the Rosies have to high-tail it out of there for another show across town. 194 Queen St. W. 416-598-2475. PWYC Cover. Visit the REX site
Saturday June 24, 2006

SWING ROSIE heads east of downtown Toronto for the Pickering Village Jazz Festival. We are performing a 90-minute concert on Stage One from 8 - 9:30pm. Come and enjoy the wonderful combination of fresh air, festival food and great music. Pickering Village is on Old Kingston Road in AJAX (not the one in Scarborough). See you there!
Father's Day at the REX

Sunday February 18th - a day to honour our fathers, grandfathers, uncles, soon-to-be-fathers and friends. What a great reason for a party. Come on down to the REX for SWING ROSIE's classic three-part harmony swing featuring their fantastic band: Eric Boucher on piano, Ka-Cheong Lui on bass, Glenn Anderson on drums and William Sperandei on trumpet. 7 - 9pm. Besides fabulous music, the REX HOTEL also has yummy food and drinks at great prices. 194 Queen St. W. 416-922-1647 Visit the REX site
Saturday June 17, 2006

St. Martin in the Fields Church hosts a special night of music with the Starlight Orchestra featuring Kira Callahan. Come and enjoy Anthony Terptra's gorgeous big band jazz arrangements with some solo singin' from me! The music begins at 8pm and tickets are $20 with all proceeds going to the Church. 151 Glenlake Ave. (steps from the Keele subway station.)
Wednesday June 14th, 2006

Kira Callahan performs with the Starlight Orchestra at the newly refurbished Palais Royale for a private event. To Book Kira for your event, send request to info@kiracallahan.com.
Saturday June 10th, 2006

Sunday June 11th finds SWING ROSIE jazzin' up Toronto Taste for the first time. We're glad to be a part of this Gala Event, the flag-ship fundraiser for Second Harvest. 70 Top Chefs make their magic for lucky attendees who will enjoy non-stop nibblies, champagne, wine and music. Tickets are $225ea. The event runs from 6 - 10pm. Visit the Toronto Taste site for more information.
Sunday June 4th 2006

The REX HOTEL welcomes SWING ROSIE back to the stage. We are looking forward to pumpin' things up again at our musical home away from home. From 7 - 9pm come and enjoy our signature three-part harmony swing, our hot band and of course great eats and drinks at the REX. 194 Queen St. W. 416-598-2475. Visit the REX site
Saturday June 3rd, 2006

The Kira Callahan Trio performs jazz at the Ajax Downs Slots. I am excited to be accompanied by two legendary jazz musicians - Bernie Senensky on piano and Pat Collins on bass. We'll be making music in the Slots restaurant 'Sevens' from 7 - 11pm. Come and enjoy good food and great music! For more information and directions to the Slots, Visit the Slots site.
Mother's Day PODCAST May 13th

Happy Mother's Day from SWING ROSIE! This Saturday an exciting first is happening for the girls. We are performing our very first live PodCast, the brainchild of CD-ROM Store owner Myles Kesten. The Rosies will perform 45 minutes of music for a live in-store audience and a live remote audience - you! To receive the show on your wireless device, click the Web Broadcast link at www.cdromstore.com. Proceeds from the performance go toward providing new Macintosh computers to help disadvantaged children learn and express themselves. The two charities benefitting from the event are Ronald McDonald House and the Bloorview Kids Rehab Centre. Internet viewers are urged to pre-register for the event to help with bandwidth needs. For more information, contact Myles at 416-778-4048 or email cdromstore@mac.com Visit the CD-ROM Store site.
Friday May 12, 2006

This beautiful spring evening, SWING ROSIE performs with the Starlight Orchestra at the Old Mill Inn. Enjoy an elegant evening of dinner and dancing at Toronto's gorgeous west-end haven. The band plays from 8pm - Midnight. For dinner reservations, call 416-207-2004. Visit the Old Mill Inn website
Thursday May 11th, 2006

SWING ROSIE performs in the JAZZ LIVES Concert at University of Toronto's Convocation Hall. We are absolutely thrilled to have been invited to take part in this fantastic show. Our humble group will be sharing the stage with jazz legends like Joe Sealey, Rob McConnell, Jackie Richardson, Samba Squad, Reg Schwager and more. There may be a few tickets left. Don't miss this spectacular night! Visit the Jazz.FM link to purchase tickets
Sundays May 7, 14 and 28

The REX HOTEL welcomes Swing Rosie back for the marvellous month of May. Three Sunday evenings in May from 7 - 9pm Chantelle, Kira and Shannon are shakin' their booty onstage in three-part harmony. Enjoy full-on spring, eats, drinks and great swing at the REX. PWYC Cover (suggested min $5.) 194 Queen St. W. 416-598-2475. Visit the REX site
Sunday, April 30th 2006

SWING ROSIE returns to the LANCASTER TAVERN. Sunny Sunday April 30th will find us raising the rooftop from 2 - 4:30pm in Kitchener/Waterloo's favourite home of swing. The 'Lanc' is at 574 Lancaster Street West in Kitchener. Call 519-743-4331 to reserve your tickets to this sure-to-be-sold-out show.
Saturday April 29th, 2006

Kira Callahan sings with the Starlight Orchestra at the Carlu for a private event.
Saturday, April 8th 2006

SWING ROSIE's 'Come On Spring!' April show is happening at HEALEY'S. Saturday afternoon from 4 - 7pm you can enjoy good eats and great music all delivered in classic three-part-harmony Rosie style. There's no cover charge for this great Saturday afternoon show. Healeys is at 178 Bathurst St. just S. of Queen St. in Toronto. Call 416-703-5882 for more information.
Sunday, April 2nd 2006

SWING ROSIE has their first show in Grimsby Ontario. We are performing at the RUMOUR MILL with a full eight-piece band! Come and enjoy dinner and dancing from 5 - 9pm. The Rumour Mill is at 10 Main Street West in Grimsby. To reserve tickets, call 905-309-6964. $35 gets you dinner and show. Visit the Rumour Mill Site
Saturday March 18th, 2006

Healey's hosts Swing Rosie again! Jazz up your Saturday afternoon with Kira, Shannon, Chantelle and their hot-swingin' band from 4 - 7pm. Comfortably-priced eats and drinks in this cosy downstairs club make Healey's a great one-stop hang. No cover charge. 178 Bathurst St. just south of Queen in Toronto. 416-703-5882.
Sundays in March 2006

Ooooo, one more month of full-on winter. Getting a little antsy? Lose those winter blues with SWING ROSIE at the REX. Every Sunday this month (except the 19th) we'll be pumpin' out the best of the Swing Era in classic Rosie style. Kira, Shannon and Chantelle know how to put on a show! PWYC cover (suggested min. $5) 194 Queen St. W. 416-598-2475. Visit the REX site
Saturday, February 18th, 2006

The Kira Callahan Trio performs for a private event.
Tuesday, February 14, 2006

Happy Valentine's Day! I am singing at N'Awlins in Oakville with an amazing band featuring Bernie Senensky on piano, Victor Bateman on bass, Frank Botos on drums and John McMurchy on Sax. Bring your sweetheart out for an evening of fine dining and romantic jazz. The band plays from 8 - 11:30pm. N'Awlins Jazz & Dining West is located at 2273 Royal Windsor Drive in Oakville. For reservations call 905-844-1958.
Saturday, February 11th, 2006

SWING ROSIE swings at Healeys! Saturday afternoon from 4 - 7pm you can escape the Brrrrr winter weather and warm up in musical heaven with Swing Rosie's three-part harmony swing. Enjoy drinks and yummy, wallet-friendly eats while your toes are tappin' to the music. Healeys is at 178 Bathurst St. just S. of Queen St. in Toronto. Call 416-703-5882 for more information. No cover charge for this fabulous show!
February 5, 12, 19, 26 2006

Happy New Year everyone! The Holidays have passed and it's time to get back down to swingin'. Swing Rosie is back at the REX and all is well with the world. Every Sunday in February we are singin' dancin' and swingin' onstage from 7 - 9pm at the REX HOTEL. Beat the February blues with the best party band in town. 194 Queen St. W. 416-598-2475. PWYC cover (suggested min $5).
Friday, December 30th 2005

Friday - a great night to just chill... it's the Holidays.. no one's working..hmmm, what to do? Hang with Swing Rosie at the REX?? What a fabulous idea! Bring all your friends for a rowdy swingin' evening of great music at the REX. It's not our normal Sunday spot, so heads up for the details: 9:30pm - 1am. $5 cover - what a deal! Pile in for a good time. Hope to see you all there. 194 Queen St. W. 416-598-2475. Visit the REX site
Thursday, December 29th, 2005

Kira Callahan/Adrean Farrugia Duo at the RED GUITAR. I am really looking forward to this gig with my long-time musical friend. December 29th will be our first appearance at this new, wonderfully intimate jazz club. We'll be performing all the best in lyrical jazz and swing. Come and enjoy the music and some drinks from 9 - 11:30pm. $7 cover. Red Guitar is on Markham St. just South of Bloor, in the Annex.
Sunday, December 18th, 2005

Aww say it isn't so! This will be our last Sunday at the REX HOTEL until the New Year. (pssst, keep readin' for a non-Sunday this month..) Don't miss the great hang at 194 Queen St. W. with the girls singin' gorgeous three-part harmony and backed by the hotties in the band: Peter Hill on piano, Cheong Lui on bass, Glenn Anderson on drums and William Sperandei. PWYC Cover. 416-598-2475. Visit the REX site
Tuesday, December 13th, 2005

SWING ROSIE is back at the MOD CLUB! For anyone who was part of the three-hundred strong crowd at the Mod Club for our CD Release in July, you know what a spectacular venue it is for dancing to great music. This Jaymz Bee-produced event is going to be a blow-out night, featuring sets of great swing from Alex Pangman, Christopher Plock and of course, SWING ROSIE! Stay tuned for ticket details.
Sunday December 11th 2005

SWING ROSIE is back at the REX HOTEL for a great swingin' show spiced with some Holiday Fare. Join us from 7 - 9pm for drinks, great eats and fabulous music. PWYC cover. 194 Queen St. W. 416-598-2475. Visit the REX site
Sunday December 4th, 2005

New Date Added! Swing Rosie will be returning to the REX one week earlier than expected..yay! So mark this on your calendars - Sunday from 7 - 9pm we'll be raisin' the roof with our signature three-part harmony swing. Bring your swingin'selves, your friends, bring everyone to party with the Rosies! We'll bring plenty of CDs to help fill your Christmas shopping list. PWYC Cover. 194 Queen St. W. 416-598-2475.
Tuesday, November 29th - a Jazzy Christmas

The Kira Callahan Quartet returns to the Montreal Bistro for another beautiful evening of Holiday music. I will be joined by the talented Adrean Farrugia on piano, Ross MacIntyre on bass and Bob D'Angeles on tenor and clarinet. Montreal Bistro accepts reservations for dinner up to 8pm. The last two Christmas Concerts sold out, so be sure and book early! Cover $10. Call the Bistro to book your table: 416-363-0179. Hope to see you all there to kick off the Holiday Season! Visit the Montreal Bistro site
Sundays, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

SWING ROSIE to the rescue! That's right, we're at the REX for another month of Sundays, chasing away your pre-Monday blues with some hot swing! The REX is a great place to hang with friends, enjoy drinks,yummy eats, and party to the sounds of SWING ROSIE. We'll be sure and bring some CDs so you can take Sing Cool, Swing Hot home with you. Every Sunday, 7 - 9pm. REX HOTEL 194 Queen St. W. (west of University). 416-598-2475. PWYC Cover. Visit the REX site
Saturday, October 1st 2005

SWING ROSIE has been booked back at Healey's! We had a great time performing to a full-house last month and we're looking forward to doing it again. For all you fans who have said 'give us another time to see you besides your REX spots', here you go! Saturday afternoon from 4 - 7pm, you'll find us in the legendary basement club at 178 Bathurst St. (just South of Queen). Bring the whole family! Free admission. 416-703-5882.
Friday, September 30 2005

SWING ROSIE opens another season of Jazz at Oscars. We are performing Friday night in U of T's Hart House Arbour Room. Cafeteria by day, jazz club by night, September 30th the Arbour Room will be filled with swingin' music in gorgeous three-part harmony! Comfy room, cheap drinks and no cover charge. See you there!
Sunday, September 11th, 2005

Kira Callahan sings with the Anthony Terpstra Seventet at the Scarborough Civic Centre. We will be making music in the beautiful Atrium from 3:30 - 5:30pm. Join us! Free Admission for all.
Saturday, September 10th, 2005

Join SWING ROSIE at the Peterborough Jazz Festival. We are excited to be a part of this great musical celebration a couple of hours east of Toronto and sharing Mainstage with the likes of Rob McConnell, George Grosman & Swing Noir, Michael Brown and more. SWING ROSIE performs our swingin' three-part harmony starting at 3:30pm. We'll have our debut CD Sing Cool Swing Hot with us, so you can take SWING ROSIE home!
September 4, 11, 18 & 25

SWING ROSIE is back at the REX every Sunday in September! We've had a little summer R 'n R and now we're ready to swing our butts off onstage, every Sunday from 7 - 9pm. C'mon out for drinks, yummy eats and great music. The REX Hotel is at 194 Queen St.W., just west of University Ave., downtown Toronto. 416-598-2475. PWYC Cover.
Saturday September 3rd, 2005

SWING ROSIE heads west to Hamilton to perform in their Annual Mustard Festival. We take the stage at 9pm and swing until 10:30. SWING ROSIE had a great time at this wonderful late summer event last year and are looking forward to being back. Besides fabulous music, everywhere you go delicious food spiked with Hamilton's famous mustard can be had. Ribs, corn on the cob, you name it. Yum Yum! The festival takes place at Ferguson Station/International Village in Hamilton. We'll be sure and bring a bunch of our new CD's with us so you can take SWING ROSIE home! Hope to see y'all there.
Thursday July 14 to Saturday July 16th, 2005

SWING ROSIE is returning to Toronto's Montreal Bistro. We're excited to be back at one of the Premier jazz clubs in the country. To enjoy dinner and show, call ahead at 416-363-0179. They accept reservations until 8pm, after that, its first come, first served. Thursday, show is 9pm - Midnight. Fri/Sat, show is 9pm - 12:15am. Cover $12. And don't be confused by the name... the Montreal Bistro is located at the corner of Sherbourne and Adelaide, downtown Toronto!
Wednesday, July 9th, 2005

The Kira Callahan Trio performs for a private event at the Millcroft Inn, just outside of Orangeville.
Wednesday, July 6th 2005

SWING ROSIE performs downtown Toronto at Yonge and Dundas Square for the lunchtime Summer Serenades! Bring your lunch, enjoy the sun and music and dance if the mood takes you. 12:30 - 1:30pm. Free for all.
SWING ROSIE CD Release SWING DANCE PARTY!

TUESDAY JULY 5th 2005, SWING ROSIE is celebrating the release of our new CD Sing Cool, Swing Hot! This special SWING DANCE PARTY takes place at the Mod Club. We'll have lots of great music to dance to on that big dance floor, starting with a solid hour of swing featuring Guest Star Christopher Plock and his Swingin' Outlaws, and then of course, the main event: SWING ROSIE in Concert. Invite all your friends and every Swing Rosie fan you know, to help us celebrate this great event. For ONE NIGHT ONLY, you can take home Sing Cool, Swing Hot for just $10. Don't miss it! Mod Club: 722 College St. W. at Grace. 416-588-4663. Doors at 8pm, Cover $10.
Monday, April 18th 2005

Join the Kira Callahan Quartet at the Montreal Bistro for a night of sumptuous jazz to welcome the Spring. To reserve a table, call the Bistro at 416-363-0179. Show from 9pm - Midnight. Tickets $10. Check out the Montreal Bistro website.
Sunday March 6, 13, 20 & 27

Oh yes, you read it right! By popular demand, Swing Rosie is booked two months in a row - every Sunday in March we continue the swingin' party on stage at the REX HOTEL from 7pm - 9pm. This could become a habit! PWYC Cover. REX HOTEL: 194 Queen St. W. 416-598-2475. Visit the REX jazz site.
Sunday February 6, 13, 20 & 27

Yes we are back! Every Sunday this month Swing Rosie heats up the stage at the REX HOTEL from 7pm - 9pm. Shannon, Kira and Chantelle - backed by their swingin' band will be heating up the stage with your favourite swing tunes, a few new vintage selections and even an original or two!...all delivered in sassy three-part harmony. Come and join the party! PWYC Cover. REX HOTEL at 194 Queen St. W. 416-598-2475. Visit the REX jazz site.
Tuesday, Jan 25th & Wednesday, Jan 26th. 2005

Swing Rosie is at the Montreal Bistro. We're looking forward to bringing our sweet-harmony swing to the Bistro for the first time! For anyone who hasn't yet been to the Montreal Bistro, this historic Toronto Jazz Club has hosted the world's finest jazz talent for decades. The atmosphere is cozy and elegant - not a dance place - instead, an accoustically delightful club to listen to great music. If you are dining, (the food is delicious!), the Bistro will reserve a table for you. 416-363-0179. Doors at 8pm, Show at 9pm. Tickets $12 at the door.
Thursday, December 16th, 2004

The Kira Callahan Trio performs for a private Holiday party.
Saturday, December 11th, 2004

The Kira Callahan Quartet performs for a private function at the ROM.
Sunday, December 5th 2004

SWING ROSIE'S SNOW BALL! December 5th we are heating up the night with great swing at the Gladstone Hotel. The fun starts at 8pm and doesn't stop until midnight, so bring your dancing shoes! A fabulous feature of this evening is an opportunity to pre-order Swing Rosie's Debut CD, to be released Spring 2005. Show tickets are $10 or only $5 with your pre-ordered CD ($20). The Gladstone Hotel is at 1214 Queen St. W. 416-531-4635.
Monday, November 29th

The Kira Callahan Quartet performs a Christmas Concert at the Montreal Bistro. Don't miss this special night ushering in the Holidays. Show: 9pm -midnight. Advance reservations are accepted for those eating dinner. $12 at the door. The Montreal Bistro is located at the corner of Sherbourne and Adelaide. 416-363-0179. Visit the Montreal Bistro site
Tuesday, November 2nd

Tonight I am singing jazz at Alleycatz with the Christopher Plock Trio. This is a Lindy Hop Hot Spot - bring your dancing shoes! 8:30-11:30pm.
Saturday, September 18th

I am singing with Christopher Plock and his Swingin' Outlaws from 4pm - 6:30pm at Healeys. Hot-swingin' traditional Jazz - No cover.
Saturday September, 11 2004

Swing Rosie jazzes up the Junction Arts Festival on this beautiful September afternoon from 3:30-4:30pm. Free Admission. Visit the Junction Arts Festival site.
Sundays in September, 2004

Swing Rosie returns to the REX HOTEL for a month of early show Sundays from 7 - 9pm. Join us for some drinks, food and great music all in the relaxed vibe of the REX HOTEL. PWYC Cover.
Friday, September 3rd - Hamilton

Swing Rosie is out of town - but not too far! We're performing at the Hamilton Mustard Festival on the Mainstage - 90 solid minutes of swing in sweet three-part harmony. Free Admission. Stage is located on Feguson Ave between Main St.E and King William Street. Visit the Mustard Festival site
Thursday, August 19th 2004

Swing Rosie is guest-starring with the wonderful Starlight Orchestra in Nathan Phillips Square from Noon until 2pm. Celebrate 'Tasty Thursdays' and bring your lunch to the Square for Anthony Terpstra's lush big band arrangements of the best of the Swing Era. Free Admission.
Canada Day! July 1st, 2004

The Kira Callahan Trio - I'll be singing some great jazz tunes with great players down at the Distillery on Canada's Birthday. You can find us on the Pure Spirits patio from Noon to 4pm. Join us for a drink, some eats, great tunes and the unique Distillery vibe.
Friday June 25 & Saturday June 26, 2004

I'll be singing as a guest artist with the Ryan Olliver Band at Toronto's great west-end jazz restaurant, Momo's Bistro. We're making music from 8:30pm - 12:30am. Call Momo's (416-252-5560) for reservations. The Bistro is at 664 The Queensway.
Wednesday, June 23rd, 2004

The Kira Callahan Quartet performs at Roy Thompson Hall for the 2004 Canada Walk of Fame Induction ceremony! I'm excited to be part of honouring some of our best and brightest on this day, and to be singing with such fine musicians. The quartet features David Braid on piano, Artie Roth on bass and William Sperandei on trumpet. We are performing outside next to the pond, so you can enjoy the music from the corner of King and Simcoe, and maybe catch of glimpse of the stars...
Wednesday, June 9th, 2004

The Kira Callahan Trio performs for 'Diva Night' down at the Distillery District Pure Spirits patio from 7pm - 11pm. I'll be joined by Adrean Farrugia on piano and a fabulous upright bass player (name tba) for jazz on this beautiful summer evening. If you haven't personally discovered Toronto's Historic Distillery District, I highly recommend a visit. Beautiful old brick buildings, cobblestone paths, artisans, galleries and unique cafe's and restaurants - not a franchise in the place! It's just East of Parliament, South of Front Street. C'mon down.
Sundays in June, 2004

SWING ROSIE continues our run of Sundays at the REX HOTEL..and y'all keep coming back for more! What a great time we have swinging for the REX crowd. We're singin' our swingin' three-part harmony every Sunday from 7 - 9pm with one exception - SPECIAL NOTE: Sunday, June 13th, Swing Rosie plays the LATE SHOW from 9:30pm - 12:30am. C'mon out and snap you fingers, tap your toes, holler and sing with Swing Rosie! REX: 416-598-2475.
Sundays May 2,9,16,23,30

SUNDAYS IN MAY (and June), SWING ROSIE is back at the REX HOTEL. Come and party with the gals and our swingin' band. We'll serenade and swing you in three-part harmony from 7 - 9pm every Sunday for the next two months... make it a habit! PWYC Cover. For more information, call the REX at 416-598-2475.
Friday April 14 & Saturday April 15th

SWING ROSIE is on the road again! We're heading out to beautiful Gananoque to perform at the casino. If you are in town, pop by for a wee gamble and some great swing! Friday and Saturday night we'll be performing three sets from 9pm - 1am with our live band. See you there!
Sunday April 4,11,18,25

The Kira Callahan Trio takes the stage at The REX HOTEL every Sunday this month, from 7 - 9pm, performing some jazz and ushering in the Spring. Adrean Farrugia on Piano and Mike Milligan on Bass. PWYC Cover. REX: 416-598-2475
Monday, March 29th, 2004

The CD RELEASE PARTY for Kira Callahan's LIVE AT GLENN GOULD STUDIO takes place tonight at the Montreal Bistro. My apologies for the date changes, but this is it!!! At long last the CD is pressed and ready. You've been hearing cuts of it on Jazz FM 91.1, and now the CD is available to the public. My sincere thanks to everyone who has been so supportive to me through this whole journey. I will be performing several cuts from the CD, along with some other great jazz songs I've been exploring. Join myself, Adrean Farrugia on piano, Artie Roth on bass and Jim Galloway on saxophone, as well as a whole lot of great friends for a musical celebration. There will be doorprizes and you'll be able to buy the CD in person, if you like. To reserve a table, call the Montreal Bistro at 416-363-0179.
Saturday, March 20th 2004

I will be performing jazz in Ottawa Saturday night at the Rideau-Carlton Casino accompanied by great local jazz pianist J.P.Allain. I'm excited to have a day wandering around the Capital City, seeing what there is to see. Come and enjoy the gaming and hear some jazz from 9pm - 1am.
March 17th, St. Patrick's Day

Kira Callahan Trio is performing tonight at the REX from 9pm to 1am. The CD Release party is moved to March 29th (see next item), but tonight Kira and the trio will be partying at the REX with some swingin' jazz for St. Patty's day. Join us for some drinks and some tunes.
Sunday, February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2004

That's right - 2004 is leap year... and it falls auspiciously on a Swing Rosie gig! We're doing another month of Sundays at the REX this February - lucky us, lucky you! Shake off the winter blahs with some toe-tappin', hand-clappin' roaring Swing in sweet three-part harmony every Sunday from 7 - 9pm. PWYC cover (suggested donation of $10). Smiles and good wishes to everyone this month. We hope to see you and share an evening or two at the REX.
January 4, 11, 18, 25 2004

SWING ROSIE IS AT THE REX HOTEL! Yes, we are swingin' and partying every Sunday this month from 7 - 9pm. Who wants to stay home staring at the walls when you can be among friends, bopping to some of the best damned Swing in the city! We'll be adding some great new tunes to the repertoire, all in 3-part harmony. The REX HOTEL is on Queen St., just West of University. For more details, call 416-598-2475. PWYC cover (suggested donation of $10). Come and party with SWING ROSIE. See ya there!
Sunday, December 21st

SWING ROSIE fans...We're back! Don't miss our Christmas show at the REX Sunday, December 21st at 9:30pm (we recommend you get there for 9pm). Fear not! We will be doing some of your favourite Andrews' Sisters Hits, but we couldn't resist throwing in a few Christmas tunes... by the way, I'm betting you've never heard a couple of these Holiday Chestnuts before, and you'll be missing out if you miss the show. You'd also miss hearing our swingin' guys - Gordon Webster on piano, Ka-Cheong Liu on bass and William Sperandei on trumpet. One Christmas Concert only... we hope to see you all there. Spread the word - let's pack the REX to the rafters! BIG HOLIDAY SMILES from SWING ROSIE!
Saturday, December 20th

I am singing at the beautiful Rosewater Supper Club on Toronto Street downtown. An elegant , enjoyable evening of fine dining awaits you at the Rosewater. Many thanks to Jeannie DesRoches for inviting me to perform there. Reservations recommended. 416-214-0157.
Thursday, December 4th, 11th and 18th

Is it December already?! I bet you're very busy...so I invite you to ssssslow down with me Thursdays at the Brownstone on Yonge Street. After a day at the office or a day shopping, you can relax with a tasty meal and some great jazz in this comfortable restaurant at Yonge & Gloucester. I am feeling quite at home here, and I'm enjoying singing with some great musicians. This month I am accompanied by Greg Dedenes on piano - and we have a nice duo thing going, I must say. We're making music for you each Thursday from 7:30pm - 10:30pm. For reservations or more info, call the Brownstone at 416-920-6288.
Thursday December 18th

CANCELLATION NOTICE. I will not be playing at the Brownstone this Thursday... or again. Disagreement with the owner over proper pay.
Thursday, December 4th, 11th and 18th

Is it December already?! I bet you're very busy...so I invite you to ssssslow down with me Thursdays at the Brownstone on Yonge Street. After a day at the office or a day shopping, you can relax with a tasty meal and some great jazz in this comfortable restaurant at Yonge & Gloucester. I am feeling quite at home here, and I'm enjoying singing with some great musicians. This month I am accompanied by Greg Dedenes on piano - and we have a nice duo thing going, I must say. We're making music for you each Thursday from 7:30pm - 10:30pm. For reservations or more info, call the Brownstone at 416-920-6288.
Thursday, December 4th, 11th and 18th

Is it December already?! I bet you're very busy...so I invite you to ssssslow down with me Thursdays at the Brownstone on Yonge Street. After a day at the office or a day shopping, you can relax with a tasty meal and some great jazz in this comfortable restaurant at Yonge & Gloucester. I am feeling quite at home here, and I'm enjoying singing with some great musicians. This month I am accompanied by Greg Dedenes on piano - and we have a nice duo thing going, I must say. We're making music for you each Thursday from 7:30pm - 10:30pm. For reservations or more info, call the Brownstone at 416-920-6288.
Thursdays in November

Join me for some duo jazz at the casual and comfortably elegant Brownstone on Yonge Street at Gloucester. Warm terra-cotta tiles and mosaic-encrusted pillars are a cozy backdrop for candlelit dining with great music. The Brownstone has really tasty food at reasonable prices... a friend hangout or a date place... join me along with a variety of great accompanists for a drink and some tunes. 603 Yonge St. For more information, call 416-920-6288.
Sunday November 2,9,16,23 & 30

Are you overdue for a visit to the REX HOTEL? Great eats, and just about the most comfortable hangin'-out vibe in the city. I'm looking forward to being back on stage singing with my trio Sunday's 7 - 9pm for the month of November with Adrean Farrugia on piano and Mike Milligan on bass. There may be a sneak-peek of my new CD by the end of the month! Stay tuned for more details...
Sundays in October, 2003

SWING ROSIE's 7pm sssssmokin' at the REX. October 5, 12, 19 and 26. Who is Swing Rosie and how'd this come about? I really missed singing in harmony since my College days, so about 9 months ago I gave birth to the idea of an Andrews Sisters Trio. With the help of two amazing and very talented women - Shannon Butcher and Chantelle Wilson - I formed Swing Rosie. We've been busy! Clubs, corporate dates, fundraisers and TV appearances.... After an amazing show this summer, Shannon, Chantelle and I have been welcomed back to the REX for October. We'll be wailin' out the great Andrews Sisters tunes in three-part harmony, dancing and generally having a great time every Sunday in October at 7pm. Besides the three hot singin' chicks, you'll get to hear three swingin' hot guys: Gordon Webster on piano, Cheong Liu on Bass and William Carn on Trumpet. Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, Bei Mir Bist Du Schoen, Don't Sit Under the Apple Tree and many more swing hits are on the bill... $5 cover. Come out and party with SWING ROSIE! The REX Hotel is on Queen Street, just West of University. 416-598-2475.
Sunday, September 21st, 2003

At 2pm on Sunday, September 21st the Glenn Gould Studio Presents SentiMental - an astonishing afternoon of intimate music, magic and mental mysteries. Join the Extremely Mental and Magical James Biss and myself at 2pm for a wonderful show that will tickle your minds and touch your heart. Known as 'the jewel of the Canadian Broadcasting Centre' the Glenn Gould Studio is a beautiful concert hall and world-class recording facility that has hosted jazz and classical giants from around the globe. I'm thrilled to be singing here and sharing the stage with such a talented Mentalist and good friend as James Biss. I'm also excited to say that I've chosen to record the concert to produce a live CD. And to top it all off, I have the joy of being accompanied by the incomparable Adrean Farrugia on Piano and Marc Rogers on Bass. A not-to-be-missed show! To book your tickets, call the Glenn Gould Studio Box Office at 416-205-5555. Adults $24, Students & Seniors $20.
Friday, August 29th

Comfortable elegance and delicious French cuisine at Le. St. Tropez on King Street, west of John. I am serenading the diners from 8pm - Midnight this evening, accompanied by the wonderful Bernie Senenski on piano.
Thursday, August 28th

A very special evening is taking place at the I-Zone Lofts this night. Friends and fans of Kira have gathered to put together a fundraiser for me. I am enormously grateful to everyone for their support and inspiration. We'll have martinis, nibblies, the wonderful Judy Reynolds belly dancing, Magically Mental James Biss messing with your minds, and of course I will be singing jazz for you, accompanied by the talented Tom Van Seters from Vancouver. Tickets for this lovely evening are $50 and include complimentary everything, and terrific doorprizes. 7:30pm - 10:30pm. All procedes are going to the recording of my concert at the Glenn Gould Studio in September. Join us and be a part of making this dream happen!
Thursday August 7 & 14th

Last minute update - I've had a cold for about a week which I'd hoped would be better - unfortunately it's worsended and I'll be missing tonight's performance at Whistlers. However, I've found a wonderful replacement, so if you're on your way, fear not! Great jazz is to be had. And of course, I'll be back with bells on for next week. Ahhhhhh... the beautiful patio at Whistlers. This is the ultimate in summer indulgence. Take in some wonderful swinging jazz from 6 - 9:30pm while watching the sun set over Pottery Road, drinks and nibblies in hand. The patio has a shady side and a sunny side to choose from.... It doesn't get much better than this! I suggest reservations for this popular summer spot so as not to miss out on a table. 416-421-1344.
Saturdays in July

Unwind on the weekend at the Mothership of Jazz and Blues, the REX HOTEL. I'm singing some great tunes and swingin' with some great players this month, Saturdays from 7-9pm. Join us for a drink or three.... 194 Queen St. W. (W of University). 416-598-2475.
Friday, June 27 & Saturday, June 28th

The end of the 2003 Toronto Downtown Jazz Festival is this weekend. You're invited to join Gordon Webster and myself to celebrate the occasion with some great tunes at Sassafraz from 9pm - 1am. Music spills out onto the patio and into the street, street sounds creep into Sassafraz's Bistro through the open window-walls. Enjoy a relaxed Yorkville evening and say Au Revoir to another great Jazz Fest. Reservations suggested.... 100 Cumberland. 416-964-2222.
Sunday, June 22nd

The Red Cross Humanitarian Peace Festival takes place all afternoon at Mel Lastman Square. Adrean Farrugia and I are happily taking part. We'll be performing from 3 - 3:30pm. Come show your support for peace around the world, and enjoy the incredible energy of the gathering. I plan to stick around and take in the rest of the performances!
Friday June 20 & Saturday June 21st

Nope, no mistake - I'm singing two gigs on both Friday and Saturday this weekend. Enjoy some late night Jazz in Yorkville from 10pm - 2am at Sassafraz for the Toronto International Jazz Festival. Come join us on the patio or in the Bistro for some Hot Jazz on a Cool Evening! 100 Cumberland Ave. 416-964-2222.
Friday, June 20th and Saturday June 21st

The Toronto International Jazz Festival finds me back singing at Whistlers - On the patio - Yay! We'll be playing both days from 6:00 - 9:30pm. On Friday, it's the lovely and talented Laila Biali on piano and Chris Banks on Bass, Yay - Chris joins me again on Saturday, with Greg Dedenes on keys. The patio gets packed quickly, so come early and stake out your territory or call and reserve a table. 416-421-1344. Hope to see you there! And to add adventure to life, I'm hopping in a cab and scooting across town immediately following Whistlers, to sing at Sassafraz in Yorkville from 10pm - 2am. Whew! You're invited to bar-hop with me!
Sunday, June 1st

Ahhh, a wonderful surprise. I am performing with my Andrew Sisters' trio at Statlers on Church Street, around 4pm. You'll be hearing alot more about us - SWING ROSIE, in the months to come. This is one of the first opportunities to hear Shannon Butcher, Chantelle Wilsom and myself singing in public... and I must say, we have a very nice blend. Hope to see you there...
Friday, May 30th & Saturday May 31st

Is it the end of May already? What a great time at Sassafraz, playing Jazz right in the heart of Yorkville, with the windows wide open, overlooking the patio and people stopping by. Join Gordon Webster and myself for a relaxing evening. 100 Cumberland at Bellair. Call 416-964-2222 for more information.
Friday, May 16th & Saturday May 17

See and be seen, partake of delectable eatables and a world-class selection of wine and spirits - and above all else, enjoy the jazz with Kira Callahan (moi) and my cohort for the weekend, the swingin' Adrean Farrugia on keys. 9pm - 1am, both nights. Visit The Sassafraz website
Friday, May 9th & Saturday May 10th

Join us at Sassfraz in the comfy Bistro for some jazz. I'm singing duo style with the wonderful Mike Francis on guitar, from 9pm - 1am. 100 Cumberland St. at Bellair in Yorkville. For more information, call 416-964-2222.
Sunday, May 4th

Ahhhh the month of May. Beautiful weather is upon us... What better way to spend it than taking in some beautiful melodic jazz.... this evening is the second week in our mini-run at Whistlers. Come join us for some swingin' fun and musical magic! 7pm - 10:30pm.
Sunday, April 27th

A Sunday return to Whistlers. I'm glad to be back singing jazz at this wonderful East York venue. A comfortable restaurant with tasty, reasonably-priced food, Whistlers is becoming more and more a cradle for great jazz music. They've been an official Venue for the Toronto International Jazz Festival for over seven years and are becoming a place where people come for jazz Sunday nights throughout the year. We'll be performing from 7 to 10:30pm. Do come out and join us for the evening! For more information, please call 416-421-1344.
Friday, April 25 & Saturday April 26

A film development deal is solidified in one corner, a clandestine lovers' meeting in the shadows over there.. a gang of friends hanging out apres-show... business-owners and executives decompressing after a hairy day... one might meet, well, anyone! The Sassafraz Bistro in Yorkville attracts all of the best sorts you know, along with top-notch jazz sung by that soulful, mysterious, melodious, mellifluous, daring, darling songstress Kira Callahan. Elle se prends tres serieusement! Join us for a drinky-poo and some delectable eatables from 9pm - 1am. For more clues, call 416-964-2222.
April 15,18,19 Cancellation...

Well folks, I've sung myself into a corner! Besides all the events listed here, The Andrew Sisters' vocal trio SWING ROSIE that I founded with Shannon Butcher and Chantelle Wilson has been rehearsing and showcasing too... I must take a vocal-health break. I'm home this week, drinking pools of water, gargling and sleeping (not simultaneously), maybe transposing a chart or two and generally taking care of myself. So. I'm not singing Tuesday, April 15th at the REX, or Friday/Saturday April 18/19 at Sassafraz... but I'll be back swingin' next week. Happy Spring wishes to everyone!
Friday April 11th & Saturday April 12th

Jazz in the Bistro of the golden yellow house at the corner of Cumberland and Bellair. Sassafraz in the heart of Yorkville. 9pm - 1am. I am feeling at home here. The staff are great at what they do, and care for the clientel. You'll be made quite comfortable as you enjoy The Kira Callahan Jazz Duo playing the great classic songs of Jazz... Porter, Gershwin, Ellington and so many more. Come join us for a cocktail and some atmosphere....
Friday April 4th & Saturday April 5th

A new month finds me swingin' the weekends back at Sassafraz. Friday and Saturday nights from 9pm - 1am in the Bistro, you'll hear me singing lots of your favourite jazz tunes accompanied night to night by a variety of the best players around, on either guitar or piano. The food is truly excellent, and the selection at the bar, world-class. Enjoy the Yorkville ambience as the streets come alive for Spring. For more information, call 416-964-2222. Dinner reservations suggested.
April 1, 8, 22, 29

Welcome back to the REX folks! I take the stage from 6:30 - 8:30pm Tuesdays in April. NOTE:April 15th cancelled. Adrean Farrugia will be joining me on piano, and Chris Banks on Bass, for this lovely ushering in of Spring, month. Yay! C'mon down for an afterwork refreshment of the spirit and the palate... make it a habit! For more information, call the REX at 416-598-2475.
Friday March 28 and Saturday March 29

The last weekend in March and I'll be singing my heart out at the wonderfully elegant, comfy, stylish, fashionable, funky Bistro in Sassafraz. I'm frankly thrilled to be kissing March good-bye and saying HELLO to April. Hurray martinis, single-malts, beer and wine. Hurray Spring. Hurray Jazz...... 9pm - 1am both nights. 100 Cumberland at Bellair. 416-964-2222. Reservations suggested. La, la, la,... ba doolya doo bop.... dooo wahhhh.
Friday March 21 and Saturday March 22

This week finds me returning to Sassafraz for another enjoyable Friday and Saturday evening of singing in the Bistro. What a great vibe! We'll be there from 9pm - 1am. Do join us for a drink and some tunes.
Friday, March 14 & Saturday March 15

Jazz in Sassafraz's charming Bistro in Yorkville. You'll find me here for the next three weekends in March, singing the snow away from 9pm - 1am. I'll be inviting several excellent musicians to join me from night to night - so you'll be treated to a duo of voice and either guitar or piano. The Bistro features world-class selections of wine and spirits. If you'd like to start the evening earlier in the dining room, be sure and call for reservations at 416-964-2222 - and let them know you'd like a table set aside in the Bistro for after. Sassafraz is that muted yellow house at 100 Cumberland St. and Bellair, in the heart of Yorkville. I look forward to sharing the evening with you.
Sunday, March 2nd

Back at Whistlers - another chance to check us out if you've missed the last couple of weeks.7pm - 10:30pm. Parking lot in the back. For more info, call Whistlers at 416-421-1344.
Sunday, Feb. 23

Well, Sunday February 16th at Whistlers went so well that they've hired us back for another two Sundays, 7pm - 10:30pm. Thanks to everyone who came out this week. Adrean, Chris and I had a great time playing. More beautiful jazz at Whistlers on Sunday the 23rd. Everyone was raving about the food, by the way. Yummy, reasonably-priced meals. Brrrrr... If you're at all like me and experiencing that 'winter-house-mushroom' syndrome, I highly recommend abit of socializing as an antidote. Hope to see you there.
Sunday, February 16th

Valentine's Day Weekend at Whistlers. Happy Valentine's Day to everyone. Venture out through the cold - brrr..., into the warm, comfortable atmosphere of Whistlers at the corner of Broadview and Pottery Road. Sunday Jan. 16th from 7pm - 10:30pm, no cover. I'll be singing some wonderful romantic favourites - and some hot swingin' tunes accompanied by the wonderfully talented Adrean Farrugia on keys (whom I believe to have the soul of a romantic - but don't tell him I said so)and the rythmically blessed (and fun to watch) Chris Banks on bass. Bring anyone you love - friends, family, sweethearts... besides the comfy nook-like seating near the music, there's a full menu, a pool table, a casual bar to hang at and (sacrelidge!!! a couple of TV's with sports - SPORTS, I say) playing silently in the background. Let's banish the February blahs together. Hope to see you there. For more Whistlers info, call 416-421-1344.
Tuesday, January 14

It's welcome back to the REX time. I'll be singing with the great Dave Restivo at the keys for the early show - from 6:30 to 8:30pm, duo style. This will be a real treat - c'mon out for a drink after work. And happy New Year to all.
Tuesday, December 10

Christmas at the Cameron! Come join Kira and Friends for an evening of Jazz and Traditional Christmas Carols in the cozy back room of the Cameron House. Tickets are $10, and they can only be bought at the door, but email your contact info to Kira through the website if you're intending to come - she's putting together a reservation list. The show's likely to sell-out, so reserve early! Doors at 8pm, Concert at 8:30pm. More details coming, so visit the site again!
October 1, 8 2002

Completing our month of Tuesdays at the Rex, check out the Kira Callahan Quartet - with one change - replacing soon-to-be-touring Chris Gayle, is solo-meister William Carn on trombone (also can be heard on my 'Live at the Cameron House' CD)
September 20, 2002

University of Toronto's Jazz at Oscars (The Arbour Room) Friday, September 20th from 9pm - Midnight, with Adrean Farrugia on keys, Drew Birston on Bass, Chris Gayle on Sax and Mark Congram on drums. For more information, please call 416.978.2452
September 17, 24 2002

The Kira Callahan Quartet plays a month of Tuesdays at the REX HOTEL (416)598-2475: Adrean Farrugia on keys, Rob McBride on bass and Chris Gayle on sax. Sweeeet combo - I'm so excited to be performing with these guys! And at the REX! You know the Rex - Toronto Jazz/Blues Institution on Queen West... if so, see ya there - if not, c'mon out and see what you've been missin'!
August 27 2002

It's Tuesday Diva Night at RD's! - a casually elegant hang with a great stage. (416)-598-5209. I'll be singing my heart out with Bill King's great trio: Bill on Keys, Artie Roth on bass, and the legendary Archie Alleyne on drums. Not to be missed!
August 9,16, 23 2002

A month of Fridays at Bistro 97 (416) 778-0007. On the Danforth at Broadview. Jazz at a great Mediterranean cafe on the Danforth - yummy eats, cool vibe. Come join us for some duo magic. All Fridays I'll be accompanied by the talented Ron Davis on keys, except August 16th, when the incomparable Kevin Barrett will be joining me on guitar.
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