Luke Wallace is an inspiring protest singer-songwriter, public speaker, activist and choral arranger from from the Coast Salish Territory known as Vancouver, Canada — and he’s coming to Totnes to headline at St Mary’s Church on Thursday March 19th.
Luke’s songs are currently being sung by more than 85 choirs worldwide, and his performances blend joy, activism, warmth and people-power like no one else. I’m such a huge harmony-junkie and am very happy to be promoting this big and beautiful event with Totnes Harmony Chamber Choir. I urge you to come along!
The choir (led by the completely magnificent Ruairi Edwards) will open the evening with their own set. A perfect fit with Luke – Totnes Harmony are celebrated for creating harmony not just between voices, but between people. Their sound is rich, vibrant and full of life, spanning folk, pop, gospel, classical and world music. From spine-tingling anthems to delicate melodies that linger in the soul, they bring energy, connection and community to every performance.
They will also return to sing with Luke at the end of the night. This will be a powerful shared finale… a moment of collective singing that will bring the whole night together in one voice – and that’s what Luke is all about. Community and joining together for real change.
I first heard Luke perform in Manchester at English Folk Expo last year, and was immediately drawn to the purity and authenticity of his message – championing environmental causes and inspiring positive change. I’ve since worked with Luke in person, alongside Dan Whitehouse, running a songwriting workshop and promoting a beautiful gig for them in Stroud last November.
Can’t wait to welcome him to Totnes – such a beautiful place – full of so many people who I believe share Luke’s vision.
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