The Andy Kim Christmas Coming Back to Calgary on December 13 in Support of the National Music Centre
Tickets on sale now for National Music Centre’s holiday fundraising concert
(Calgary, AB — October 24, 2024) The Andy Kim Christmas is coming back to town for a night full of music that’ll have you rockin' around the Christmas tree and jingling all the way in support of the National Music Centre. On December 13, the legendary Andy Kim will lead a star-studded lineup of Canadian musicians in support of NMC's charitable initiatives, with all proceeds benefiting music and education programs.
Presented by Mawer Investment Management Ltd., the Andy Kim Christmas in support of National Music Centre celebrates its third year at Studio Bell. The show will feature performances by Canadian Music Hall of Famer Andy Kim; Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee Dan Hill, known for hit ballads "Sometimes When We Touch" and "Can't We Try"; Canadian Songwriters Hall of Famers and "Safety Dance" hitmakers Men Without Hats; country singer Beverley Mahood; Calgary alt-country artist Kyle McKearney; Vancouver blues artist Shawn Hall of The Harpoonist & the Axe Murderer; rising Saskatchewan-bred country act Shantaia; OHSOTO’KINO Music Incubator alum Kaeley Jade; former Calgary poet laureate Wakefield Brewster; Rock the Nation cast members; and other celebrated Canadian artists to be announced soon. Tickets are on sale now at studiobell.ca/whats-on.
"I always look forward to performing in Calgary and reconnecting with my friends at NMC and all the fans,” said Andy Kim. “The National Music Centre has become very close to my heart. I’m proud to support the work NMC does and I’m excited to bring people together in Calgary for the third year of this very special annual tradition.”
Andy Kim, the iconic Montréal-born singer-songwriter and philanthropist, has left a lasting mark on the world of music and beyond. With two No. 1 Billboard hits and over 30 million albums sold, Kim’s chart-topping tunes, including “Sugar Sugar” and “Rock Me Gently,” have defined eras and touched generations. Kim’s achievements include multiple Hall of Fame inductions and an appointment to the Order of Canada. However, his dedication to philanthropy is equally remarkable.
Since 2005, Kim has been the driving force behind The Andy Kim Christmas, a beloved charity event that has raised nearly $3 million for various causes. This annual holiday concert unites big-name Canadian talent to perform holiday classics and original music in a warm, festive atmosphere, with all proceeds supporting important causes. Following its tremendous success in cities like Toronto and Montréal, the concert expanded to Calgary in 2022, where it has found a new home at the National Music Centre.
“We’re thrilled to support The Andy Kim Christmas fundraiser concert once again this year,” said Craig Senyk, Chair of the Board at Mawer Investment Management. “The National Music Centre has been a remarkable force for creativity, growth, and downtown revitalization through music. It’s a wonderful opportunity for our community to unite and celebrate the holiday season together.”
"Andy Kim is a national treasure, and we’re thrilled to have him back to bring holiday cheer to the West, while highlighting National Music Centre’s impact on the community,” said Andrew Mosker, NMC President and CEO. “Last year’s show featured an outstanding lineup of Canadian talent, and this year’s event promises to raise the bar even higher. Experience a night of holiday magic, music, and goodwill, all while supporting a worthy cause.”
Tickets cost $89.95 for The Andy Kim Christmas in support of National Music Centre and NMC Members get 30% off. Get yours now at studiobell.ca/whats-on. Or become an NMC Member at studiobell.ca/members to save and get more perks.
National Music Centre is a non-governmental, non-profit registered charitable organization that relies on earned revenue and donations to keep sharing the healing power of music and Canada’s national music story from our homebase in Calgary, Alberta. By supporting NMC’s charitable efforts, you are helping to ensure a sustainable future for National Music Centre and our programs that are amplifying, inspiring, and shaping the sounds of music in Canada.
Upcoming The Andy Kim Christmas Dates:
- December 4 – Massey Hall – Toronto, ON*
- December 7 – Le 9e – Montréal, QC**
- December 13 – Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre – Calgary, AB***
*Presented by Live Nation in support of CAMH Gifts of Light
**In support of National Music Centre and the Montreal Children’s Hospital Foundation
***Presented by Mawer Investment Management Ltd. in support of National Music Centre
About National Music Centre | Centre National de Musique
The National Music Centre (NMC) has a mission to amplify the love, sharing, and understanding of music. It is preserving and celebrating Canada’s music story inside its home at Studio Bell in the heart of the East Village in Mohkinstsis (Calgary) on Treaty 7 territory. NMC is the home to four Canadian music halls of fame, including the Canadian Music Hall of Fame, the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame, the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame, and Quebec’s ADISQ Hall of Fame. Featuring musical instruments, artifacts, recording equipment, and memorabilia, the NMC Collection spans over 450 years of music history and innovation. A registered charity with programs that include exhibitions, artist development, performance, and education, NMC is inspiring a new generation of music lovers. For more information about NMC’s onsite activities, please visit studiobell.ca. To check out the NMC experience online, including video-on-demand performances, made-in-Canada stories, and highly entertaining educational content, visit amplify.nmc.ca.
About The Andy Kim Christmas
For over 20 years, The Andy Kim Christmas has been gathering friends and fans together to celebrate the spirit and generosity of the musical community with all proceeds going to charity. In that time, the cumulative money raised through this annual holiday concert has reached nearly $3 million. The program is the brainchild of music legend Andy Kim. The one-of-a-kind charity event has previously included performances by some of the country’s most sought-after singer-songwriters and performers. Past guests include Billy Talent, City and Colour, Colin James, Cowboy Junkies, Feist, Georgia Harmer, Jully Black, Kim Mitchell, Lights, Men Without Hats, Nelly Furtado, Sam Roberts, Sarah McLachlan, Serena Ryder, Sloan, William Prince, and more.
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