Get into the holiday spirit with The Barrel Boys’ special Christmas concert “Carols from the Barrel”! This Toronto-based bluegrass powerhouse brings their rich vocal harmonies, killer picking, and fun-loving stage presence to classic holiday music.
Established in 2012, The Barrel Boys are a 5-piece acoustic string band featuring Nathan Smith (Fiddle), Rob McLaren (Banjo), Ben Wright (Guitar), Kyle Kirkpatrick (Dobro), and Tim O’Reilly (Bass). All five members crowd around a single vocal mic for beautiful vocal blend and an energetic experience.
The band has been featured at major festivals including Mariposa Folk Festival, Northern Lights Bluegrass Festival, Blueberry Bluegrass Festival, and Salmon Arm ROOTS and BLUES. Their unique sound draws from bluegrass, country, old-time, and Americana traditions.
“There’s a certain ‘band next door’ feel to the Barrel Boys… their music is brimming with the kind of personality that makes you want to buy them a beer and hear their life stories.”
Doors open: 7:00 PM Advance tickets: Available at Grooves (Wortley Village), Long & McQuade (Fanshawe Park Rd W), and online Info: 519-319-5847 or folk@iandavies.com
Dinner available next door at The Marienbad Restaurant (519-679-9940) - diners can reserve concert seats early.