"I said to Hank Williams, how lonely does it get? Hank Williams hasn't answered yet But I hear him coughing all night long A hundred floors above me, In the Tower of Song"

When Leonard Cohen sang these words, the Tower of Song was a metaphor for the inspiration that flows between songwriters, each toiling away on their own, but connected by their shared craft. Moved by this concept, celebrated BC singer-songwriters Oliver Swain and Glenna Garramone, collaborated to produce a project that is a dialogue through song and a tribute to the legendary songwriter. Reimagining both rare and classic works of Cohen, the duo have crafted a sound that resonates with both longtime Cohen fans and a younger audience.

Tower of Song began as a one-off tribute night for a packed house at Vancouver's The Media Club, and has since grown into a nationally touring folk duo. Produced by Garramone, she invited fellow Victoria musician Oliver Swain, and the show gave Swain and Garramone the chance to grow their musical chemistry. Together as Tower of Song the two have arranged some of Cohen's timeless songs beautifully, for two voices, banjo, string bass, piano and guitar. Encouraged by the audience response, they continued to present the show regionally, and after several sold-out shows on Vancouver Island and a successful tour of BC and Alberta, Tower of Song put "more power in the tower," recording their debut album In City and In Forest, with Juno award winning producer Joby Baker. They have since toured twice across BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, and Quebec, playing more than 200 shows to thousands of people at theatres, festivals and folk clubs across Canada. Highlights include the Salmon Arm Roots and Blues Festival, West End Cultural Centre (Winnipeg), Aeolian Hall (London), the Rotary Centre for the Arts (Kelowna), and the Dave Dunnet Theatre (Victoria). "The tunes are hauntingly lovely. Wonderful takes with close harmonies and violent re-rhythmings. Musically sound. Faithful by being strongly, creatively Cohen, and yet wholly their own." James N. Porter, Professor Emeritus (Arts), York University

BIG MACHINE is a captivating musical endeavor that brings together the immense talents of Oliver Swain on bass, banjo, guitar and vocals, Ashley Wey on keyboards and vocals and Glenna Garramone on vocals, keyboards, and guitar. With their unique blend of folk, roots, and jazz influences, the band has carved a distinct path in the contemporary music scene, captivating audiences around the world. Past performance highlights include Winnipeg, Vancouver, Edmonton and Calgary Folk Festivals, Folk Alliance international & Tondor Festival (Denmark). Doors open 5:30pm, show starts 7pm.

The Pandora Chorus is a non-auditioned indie pop rock community choir, directed by Glenna Garramone and accompanied by Brooke Maxwell. We will be singing songs from our Winter-Spring repertoire, including songs by Harry Styles, Simon & Garfunkel, Kate Bush, Adele, Ben E. King, Rick Astley, and more! Doors open 7pm, Show 7:30pm. $15 advance, $20 door, no ticket needed for children ages 12 and under.

DOORS OPEN: 5:30pm, SHOW: 7pm I'm thrilled to be joining this group of musicians! Oliver Swain brings together some of the finest Bluegrass, Jazz, Folk-Rock, Songwriters and Psych-Folk Artists in Victoria for a night of Roots music and new horizons!

We're excited to be back at Victoria's premier concert venue, Hermann's Upstairs. Doors open 6pm, showtime 7pm. Ages 19+ as this venue is licensed. Advanced tickets recommended!

We're excited to bring our creative tribute to Leonard Cohen to the recently renovated Hermann's Upstairs - a gorgeous room with beautiful sound! Doors 7pm, show 8pm. Advance tickets recommended. 19+ only (no minors). Advance tickets recommended!

Doors open 5:30pm, advance tickets recommended. We love playing our creative tribute to Leonard Cohen at the legendary Hermann's Jazz Club in our hometown of Victoria! This is an in-person all ages concert with a live-stream option available as well.

I'm excited to be sharing the stage with these wonderfully talented musicians to perform a variety of songs with the theme of Joy and Peace (original and cover songs), and some seasonal tunes.

Ivonne Hernandez has won pretty much every award she is eligible for including the Grand North American Fiddle Championship (5 times), JUNO Award, Western Canadian Music Award (2 times), Canadian Folk Music Award (2 times). She performs with Oliver Swain in the progressive Celtic group Wayfaring Kind and Bluegrass band Lester, Cobb, Hernandez & Swain.

Juno & WCMA nominated Americana Folk Noir musician Oliver Swain spent a dozen years in some of North America's most loved roots bands (Outlaw Social, The Duhks, The Bills) before going solo and releasing In a BIG MACHINE in 2011 to rave reviews, #1 spots on the charts, sold out shows and festival appearances across western Canada. He collaborates with a wide range of performers in many genres.

All public health orders will be followed, proof of vaccination and mask required for entry to the venue.

We are really looking forward to honoring the life and work of Leonard Cohen in our hometown of Victoria, BC, with a socially distanced concert, at the wonderful and legendary Hermann's Jazz Club. Live-stream option also available. Advanced tickets are required- follow the link :)

Presented by The Cowichan Folk Guild. Doors 7pm, Show 7:30pm. $25 at the door, advance tickets at Duncan Music (470 Trans-Canada Hwy) and online.

Doors open 7:30pm, Show 8pm. We love playing our hometown, and we are so excited about the special guests who will be joining us for this tribute to our hero! Featuring special guests Stephen Fearing, Sue Passmore (The Good Lovelies), Steph MacPherson, Elli Hart, and Claire Butterfield (Fox Glove).

Tickets $28 advance, $35 at the door (if available). Advance tickets are highly recommended-- the last time we played this beautiful theatre, the show sold out in advance.

Doors open 6pm, Show 7:30pm. Tickets: $20 advance, $25 door.

Doors open 7pm, Show 7:30pm. The Pandora Chorus is a non-auditioned indie pop rock choir directed by Glenna Garramone, based in Victoria, BC. This session we have had 2 very talented guest co-directors/arrangers/accompanists: Brooke Maxwell, and Danielle Lebeau-Petersen, who will showcase their work at the concert. We'll be singing songs from our Winter/Spring Season repertoire, including songs by Prince, The Tragically Hip, Tears For Fears, Queen, k.d. lang, and more! Join us for light snacks after the show.

Accompanied children ages 12 and under do not require a ticket. Advance tickets $12. Hard copy tickets for sale at Lyle's Place (770 Yates St., Victoria, BC). If still available, tickets will also be for sale at the doors, starting at 7pm the night of the show for $15 (cash only). All tickets are General Admission. Enter through the front doors of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church at 924 Douglas Street.

Poster art by Sara Williamson.

Doors open 7pm, show 8pm. We always love playing in our beautiful home town. Join us for a special evening of music and poetry in honour of our hero Leonard Cohen. Advance tickets through the link below (Eventbrite) and at Lyle's Place (770 Yates St). Tickets $20 advance, $25 cash only at the door (if available).

Doors open 7pm, show 7:30pm. We're always happy to return to the Duncan Showroom-- great sound, great folks, great listening room! Join us for what will be a special night in honour of our hero Leonard Cohen. Tickets $20 advance, $25 at the door (if available).

Doors open 7:30pm, Show starts 8pm. The Pandora Chorus is a non-auditioned indie pop rock choir directed by Glenna Garramone, based in Victoria, BC. We'll be singing songs from our Winter/Spring Season repertoire, including songs by Paul Simon, Lorde, Nina Simone, The Weakerthans, and more!

Accompanied children ages 12 and under do not require a ticket.

Join us for light snacks after the show.

Hard copy tickets are for sale at Lyle's Place (770 Yates St., Victoria, BC). Tickets will also be for sale at the doors, starting at 7:30pm the night of the show for $15 (CASH ONLY). All tickets are general admission (no assigned seats).

Doors open 7:30pm, Show starts 8pm. The Pandora Chorus is a non-auditioned indie pop rock choir directed by Glenna Garramone, based in Victoria, BC. We'll be singing songs from our Fall Season repertoire, including songs by Kiesza, 4 Non Blondes, Pharrell Williams, U2 and more! Join us for light snacks after the show.

Accompanied children ages 12 and under do not require a ticket.

Advance tickets $12. Hard copy tickets are for sale at Lyle's Place (770 Yates St., Victoria, BC), and online at (brownpapertickets.com) through the link below. If still available, tickets will also be for sale at the doors, starting at 7:30pm the night of the show for $15 (cash only).

Poster art by Sara Williamson. https://inkmitts.wordpress.com/project-type/art-illustration/

What an honour for the band to be included as part of the amazing The Drum is Calling Festival! Check out full line-up and details here: https://canada150plus.ca/drum/ All shows are FREE!

Doors open 7:30pm, show 8pm. The Pandora Chorus is a non-auditioned indie pop rock community choir in Victoria, BC, directed by Glenna Garramone. On April 28 we'll present a concert of our Spring repertoire, including songs by Bahamas, The Head and the Heart, Adele, Bill Withers, James Bay, Amber Run, Jess Glynne, and more!
Main entrance to the venue is at 925 Douglas Street (at Broughton) Tickets: $12 advance, $15 door, children under 12 are free! Advance tickets recommended! Purchase at Lyle's Place (770 Yates St), or online using the blue button below.

Doors 7:30, show 8pm. Tickets $20 advance. I'm looking forward to sharing the stage with the extremely talented Marin Patenaude (http://www.marinpatenaude.com/) at this intimate acoustic house concert in Oak Bay (Victoria), BC. Advance reservations required (use button below to purchase tickets). The house is near Willows Beach, and the address will be emailed to ticket purchasers along with their ticket confirmation.