John Sheard's Homeward Bound
An evening of iconic 1960s musical hits.
When
September 12, 2024
7:30 pm
9:30 pm
Where
Meaford Hall Arts & Cultural Centre
12 Nelson Street East
Meaford
How Much
$
60
About this Event
John Sheard is set to deliver an unforgettable evening featuring the music of one of the best-selling groups of the 1960s. With their biggest hits topping singles charts worldwide, Simon & Garfunkel won 10 Grammy Awards and earned a spot in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990. Their final album, Bridge over Troubled Water, is ranked at number 51 on Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Albums of All Time, and the duo has sold more than 100 million records.
Toronto’s John Sheard, known for his role as music director for Stuart McLean’s Vinyl Café from 1997-2016, brings a wealth of experience with 8 solo piano recordings and collaborations with a diverse range of artists. Since 1975, he has contributed to recordings with stars like Rita MacNeil, Olivia Newton-John, Ian and Sylvia Tyson, and many others. Sheard has performed with an impressive roster including Rough Trade, Jackie Richardson, John McDermott, and Art Garfunkel, and has produced and arranged music for The Guess Who, Buster Poindexter, and others.
His work extends to television with credits on shows like A+E’s Biography, Sesame Street, So You Think You Can Dance, Dancing with the Stars, and David Letterman’s Hollywood Film Festival.
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Meaford Hall
In 1909, the town of Meaford eagerly gathered at the new Town Hall and Opera House on Nelson and Sykes Streets. The construction of this grand building, designed by local architect James Ellis, marked a significant moment for the community. As the cornerstone was laid in 1908, Mayor J.W. Horsley proudly declared that Meaford Hall would be a symbol of progress and prosperity for generations to come.
Over the years, Meaford Hall served multiple purposes, including housing the council chambers, town offices, courtroom, library, and community meeting spaces. However, it was the second-floor Opera House that truly captured the town's heart. The Opera House became a cultural hub, hosting plays, graduations, concerts, and famous speakers.
The building endured some neglect but was ultimately saved through a restoration project in the early 2000s, funded by grants and community efforts.
Today, Meaford Hall Arts & Cultural Centre stands as an icon of downtown Meaford, a testament to the town's history and commitment to arts and culture.
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