Brian Farrell


Upcoming Events

Sept. 25, Oct. 2, 16, 23, Nov. 6, 13, 27, Dec. 4, 11, 18

10 am - 12 noon

CREATIVE CLASS with Farrell and MacGonigill


A Creative environment for artists, singers, songwriters, performers and others who enjoy music.

The Bissett School of Business (Mount Royal University)

EB 2128 ($40 per class)


Contact: brian@brianfarrell.ca

Upcoming Performances

January 28 & 29, 2011

May 13 & 14, 2011

REVV52 in Concert


The New Season for REVV52 kicks off with the music that is rooted in Greenwich Village - songs like: Let's Get Together, Sweet Caroline, Subterranean Homesick Blues, California Dreaming. Stayed tuned!

The Grace, 1009 15 Ave SW, Calgary, Alberta

For information see:www.revv52.com

Recent Performances/Events

SUMMERTIME VOCAL WORKSHOP

with Brian Farrell

Mon. Aug. 23 - Fri. Aug. 27, 10 AM - 12 NOON

Ages: 9 - 14 years


Highly creative! Learn more about vocal production, technique, vocal styles, songwriting and putting together a kickin' vocal group. Directed by Brian Farrell.
Registration: $150

The Bissett School (Mount Royal University), EB1022

For information email: brian@brianfarrell.ca

SUMMERTIME VOCAL WORKSHOP

with Brian Farrell

Mon. Aug. 23 - Fri. Aug. 27, 7 PM - 9 PM,

Ages: 15 years - Adult


Highly creative! Great songs and vocal charts, vocal technique, vocal styles and performance tips in a creative group setting. Inspiring music that continues to excite audiences. Directed by Brian Farrell.
Registration: $150

The Bissett School (Mount Royal University), EB 1022

For information email: brian@brianfarrell.ca

Sunday, June 13, 4 PM

CREATIVE CLASS PRESENTS:

A SHOWCASE OF NEW SINGER/SONGWRITERS


A performance of new singer/songwriters at Calgary's best live music venue - the Ironwood Stage and Grill. Hosted by Brian Farrell.

Ironwood Stage and Grill

New location: 1229 - 9th Avenue S.E.

Calgary Alberta Canada


Tickets $15 at the door.

Sat. May 29, June 5, 12, 10 am - 12 noon

CREATIVE CLASS with Farrell and MacGonigill


SONGS AND SONGWRITING: Preparing your songs for performance

The Bissett School of Business (Mount Royal University)

EB 2128 ($40 per class/$100 for series)


Contact: brian@brianfarrell.ca

May 14 & 15, 8 PM

REVV52 in Concert with

Jimmy Rankin and Meaghan Smith




Friday, May 14: REVV52 performs with Canadian singer,songwriter Meaghan Smith who has recently toured with Kd Lang, Ron Sexsmith.

Saturday, May 15: REVV52 joins with Jimmy Rankin of Rankin fame.
Special Musical Guest: Ashwin Sood
Artistic Direction: Brian Farrell

The Grace, 1009 15th Ave. SW

Calgary, Alberta


See www.revv52.com for details.

Sat. Apr, 17, 24, May 8, 10 am - 12 noon

CREATIVE CLASS


THE RECORDING SESSION: Making an inexpensive recording of interesting material

The Bissett School of Business (Mount Royal University)

EB 2128 ($40 per class)


Contact: brian@brianfarrell.ca

Fri. Apr. 30

Annual Conference for Parkinson's

Presenter: Brian Farrell


"Your Voice & the Power of Music"
Finding one's own flow through music can release us from disharmony and chaos and create possibility and hope.


Executive Royal Inn

2828-23 St. NE

Calgary, Alberta

Sat. Feb. 6, 20, 27, 10 am - 12 noon

CREATIVE CLASS


A close look at the music of Canadian songwriters culminating in a final workshop of your chosen songs. We'll view songwriter performances, rehearse charts, songwrite and share ideas.


The Bissett School of Business (Mount Royal University)

EB 2122 ($100/series, $40 per class)

To register contact: brian@brianfarrell.ca

Sat. Feb. 13, 7 PM

REVV52

Guest performance at Concert celebrating

Black History Month


Songs: "Hallelujah"
"You Pulled Me Through"


Jubilee Auditorium
Calgary, Alberta
Tickets at the door

Fri. Jan. 22, 2010, 8 PM

REVV52 in Concert

SONOCHROMATIC: The Colour of Sound




One of our biggest shows to date -this will be an experience!
Includes the songs "Hallelujah", "Man in the Mirror", "God Only Knows", "Africa" and the music of Bobby McFerrin. Artistic direction by Brian Farrell and produced by actor/producer Doug McKeag.

First Alliance, 12345 40 St. SE

Calgary, Alberta


See www.revv52.com for details.

Sat., Jan. 16, 2010, 7:30 PM

Land's End Chamber Ensemble

with Onalea Gilbertson, Doug McKeag, Elizabeth Stepkowski Tarhan, The Drop-In Centre Singers and REVV52 directed by Brian Farrell


TWO BIT OPER EH? SHUN




 A WORLD PREMIERE Oratorio about homelessness by Onalea Gilbertson and Marcel Bergmann.

Grace Presbyterian Church, 1009 15th Ave. SW

Calgary, Alberta


Tickets: www.hprodeo.ca

Sunday December 6, 2 PM

CREATIVE CLASS PRESENTS:

A SHOWCASE OF NEW SINGER/SONGWRITERS


A performance of new singer/songwriters at Calgary's best live music venue - the Ironwood Stage and Grill. Hosted by Brian Farrell.

Ironwood Stage and Grill 1429 9th Ave. SE, Calgary


Tickets $15 at the door.

Sun. Oct. 24, 2 PM, 10 am - noon


CREATIVE CLASS PRESENTS:

A SHOWCASE OF NEW SINGER/SONGWRITERS


A performance of new singer/songwriters at Calgary's best live music venue - the Ironwood Stage and Grill. Hosted by Brian Farrell.

Ironwood Stage and Grill 1429 9th Ave. SE, Calgary


Tickets $15 at the door.

CREATIVE CLASS

with Farrell and MacGonigill


Sat., Oct. 17, 24, Nov. 7, 14, 21

10 am - 12 noon


An interactive and creative environment for artists, singers, songwriters, performers and those who enjoy music.
Oct. 24: with special guest recording artist RAGHAV
Bring in your material and the songs you listen to. We'll view video samples of great songs by great artists.
Nov. 7: Performance tips with special guest Kit Johnson who has performed, recorded and toured with some of Canada's top musicians.
Nov. 14: "O Canada: the Canadian Sound"
Listening, viewing and interacting.
Nov. 21: Stage Presence, Stage Banter and Knowing Your Audience.

EB 2136

Bissett School of Business

Mount Royal University Campus

$40 per class

Register at the door.


Information Contact: brian@brianfarrell.ca

Sat. Sept. 19, 26, Oct. 3, 10 am - 12 noon

CREATIVE CLASS: The Singer/Songwriter

The Bissett School of Business (Mount Royal University)

EB 2136


A three part interactive class for artists, singers, songwriters, performers and those who enjoy music.All ageswelcome.
Sept. 19: Making inexpensive recordings - a quality CD on a budget AND "Happenings in the industry moving us toward this."
Sept. 26: Music that defines YOU. Be your community. Weaving life into your music. Attach yourself to a genius.
Oct. 3: Seeing art with new eyes. Living inside a record. Training your ears to listen.

$100/series, $40 per class.
Register at the door.

Contact: brian@brianfarrell.ca

SUMMER VOCAL WORKSHOP with Brian Farrell

Mon. Aug. 17 - Fri. Aug. 21, 10 AM - 12 NOON

Ages: 9 - 14 years

Location: The Bissett School (Mount Royal Campus)


Learn more about vocal production, technique, vocal styles and putting together a kickin' vocal group. Highly creative!
Cost: $150

SUMMER VOCAL WORKSHOP with Brian Farrell

Mon. Aug. 17 - Fri. Aug. 21, 7 PM - 9 PM

Ages: 15 years - Adult

The Bissett School (Mount Royal Campus)


Great songs and vocal charts, vocal technique, vocal styles and performance tips in a creative group setting. Inspiring music that continues to excite audiences. Highly creative!
Cost: $150

Mon. July 13 - Fri. July 17

Suzuki String Institute 2009

Musical Theatre

University of Calgary


Students will be tutored and inspired by master teachers in improving both technical skills and musical expression. Registrants will also have the opportunity to participate in enrichment classes, performances and recitals.

www.cssasuzuki.com/ASSI2009/

Sat. Jun. 6, 13, 20, 27, 10 am - 12 noon

INTERACTIVE !

The Bissett School of Business (Mount Royal campus) EB 2136


"Interactive" on current happenings in music .
June 20: INSIDE THE STUDIO
The recording studio experience - recordings and video of great artists in session
June 27: Q & A with guest singer/songwriter Anne Loree, writer of the Jann Arden hit "Insensitive"

Single classes $40, all four classes $150
For further information contact: brian@brianfarrell.ca

Sun. Jun. 21, 2 PM

CREATIVE CLASS PRESENTS

A Showcase of New Singer/Songwriters

The Ironwood Stage and Grill


Featuring musicians from the Creative Class. Hosted by Brian Farrell
Tickets: $15, Call: 403-239-3547

Fri. May 29, Sat. May 30, 8 PM

REVV52 presents

SNAPSHOT! music and life ... life and music

Grace Presbyterian Church


See www.revv52.com for details.

Sat. May 23

Annual Hope Conference for Parkinson's

Presenter

Carriage House Inn

Calgary, Alberta


"Music and Your Voice"
Interactive session on how music can positively affect lives.

Further Detail and Registration

Sat. Apr. 18, 25, 3 pm - 4 pm

CREATIVE CLASS for CREATIVE MINDS with Brian Farrell Bearspaw Studio location


An interactive and fun approach to music for 8-13 year olds. We'll sing, listen to music, watch music videos, talk about music, and learn about writing music. It's what we do in the Creative Class for adults but with a twist - it's for the young creative mind!

Single classes $40 per class, two classes $75
For further information contact: brian@brianfarrell.ca or call 403-239-3547.

Mon. May 4 and Tues. May 5

Art Exploration Workshop with Brian Farrell

Rockyview School Division

University of Calgary

Craigie Hall


The Soul of Pop It's the music from bluesman Son House to the contemporary gospel of Kanye West for a vocal ensemble. Blues through Jazz and R & B to Soul to Rock n' Roll and on to hip hop. It's all connected.

Registration through Rockyview School Division

Sun. Apr. 5, 2 PM

CREATIVE CLASS PRESENTS

A Showcase of New Singer/Songwriters

The Ironwood Stage and Grill

Featuring musicians from the Creative Class. Hosted by Brian Farrell
Tickets: $15, Call: 403-239-3547

Sat. Jan. 31, Feb. 7, 21, 28, 3 pm - 4 pm

CREATIVE CLASS for CREATIVE MINDS with Brian Farrell

Bearspaw Studio Location


A four part interactive and fun approach to music for 8-13 year olds. We'll sing, listen to music, watch music videos, talk about music, and learn about writing music. It's what we do in the Creative Class for adults but with a twist - it's for the young creative mind!

Single classes $40, all four classes $120
For further information contact: brian@brianfarrell.ca or call 403-239-3547.

Sat. Feb. 7, 21 & 28, 10 am - 12 noon

THE FUTURE OF MUSIC: A Three Part Workshop

with Neil MacGonigill and Brian Farrell

The Bissett School of Business (Mount Royal campus) EB 2136


A three part workshop for musicians and those who enjoy music. Learn about the business of music, why the old paradigms are falling away, the shift to new models for artists that work as well as current artist perspectives. Interactive and engaging. Each class runs from 10am - noon on February 7, 21 and 28.

Single classes $60, all 3 classes $150
For further information contact: brian@brianfarrell.ca

Sat. Feb. 14, 7 PM

REVV52

Jubilee Auditorium, Calgary


Guest performance at concert celebrating Black History Month

Tickets available at the door

Sat. Feb. 7, 2009, 8pm

CREATIVE CLASS PRESENTS

A Showcase of New Singer/Songwriters

The RancheHouse in Cochrane


Performances by talented singer/songwriters from the Creative Class
and hosted by Brian Farrell

Tickets: $15 at the door or call: 403-239-3547

Jan. 16 & 17, 2009, 8 PM

Revv52 presents:

Key Change

Grace Presbyterian Church

Featuring the songs of Billy Joel, Elton John, Carole King, Stevie Wonder, Ray Charles and Randy Newman
Ticket Information: www.revv52.com

Sat. Sept. 27 - Sat. - Dec. 13, 10 am - 12 noon

CREATIVE CLASS with Neil MacGonigill and Brian Farrell

The Bissett School of Business (Mount Royal campus) EB 2136

Ten - two hour classes for musicians to learn and share insights about stimulating musical topics, songwriting, the creative process and the new business of music.

Single classes $35, all 10 classes $300
For further information, contact: brian@brianfarrell.ca

Fri. Nov. 21, 8 PM

CREATIVE CLASS PRESENTS

A Showcase of New Singer/Songwriters

Cantos Music Foundation

Performance by Lindsay Ell, James Slater, Lord Jungalee, Alex Hughes, Chard Morrison, Heather Cole, Connor Richardson, Alyssa McQuaid, Shannon Robinson, Laurene Palmiere and hosted by Brian Farrell
Tickets: $15, Call: 403-239-3547

Oct. 21 - 25

Canadian Christian Music Conference

Presenter

First Assembly Church

Elbow Drive, Calgary

"Vocal Coaching and Your Signature Sound"
"From Studio to Stage: Making it Happen Vocally when it Counts"

For further information, contact:http://www.ccmconference.com/mediapage.html

Wed. Oct. 15, 6 PM

Revv52

Calgary Stampede Roundup Centre

Guest performance by Revv52 at the Friends of the Foundation
Annual Celebration in the Palomino Room

Sun. Oct. 5, 2 PM

CREATIVE CLASS PRESENTS

A Showcase of New Singer/Songwriters

The Ironwood Stage and Grill

featuring Lindsay Ell, Alanna Clarke, James Slater, Russell Cayzer, Katelyn Reid, Jonathan Li, Alex Hughes, Crystal McGrath, Josh Wilson, Alyssa McQuaid Hosted by Brian Farrell
Tickets: $15, Call: 403-239-3547

SUMMERTIME VOCAL WORKSHOP ENSEMBLES

Aug. 11 - Aug. 15, 10 AM - 12 NOON

for 9 - 15 year olds

Location: The Bissett School (Mount Royal Campus)

Exciting ensemble workshop for singers from 9 - 15 years of age. Learn more about vocal production, technique, vocal styles and putting together a kickin' vocal ensemble. Highly creative!
Directed by Brian Farrell.
Cost: $150 (Special rate for vocal students of Brian Farrell)
Call 403-239-3547 or email brian@brianfarrell.ca


Aug. 11 - Aug. 15, 7 PM - 9 PM

for 15 years - Adult

The Bissett School (Mount Royal Campus)

Great songs and vocal charts, vocal technique, vocal styles and performance tips in a creative ensemble setting. Inspiring music that continues to excite audiences, directed by Brian Farrell. Highly creative!
Cost: $150 (Special rate for vocal students of Brian Farrell)
Call 403-239-3547 or email brian@brianfarrell.ca

Fri. June 20, 2008, 8 PM

Creative Class presents:

A Showcase of New Singer/Songwriters

ProArts Society @ Cathedral Church of the Redeemer

604 1 Street, S.E. Calgary

featuring Lindsay Ell, Alanna Clarke, Chard Morrison, Jon Li, James Slater, Katelyn Miller, Alex Hughes and hosted by Brian Farrell
Tickets $15, Call: 239-3547

May 24, May 31 & June 7, 2008, 10 AM - 12 noon plus Q&A

The Creative Process from the Inside... Out

with Neil MacGonigill and Brian Farrell

The Bissett School of Business

building a show, selecting the right song, the performance, tools in the musician's toolbox ...
Single classes $60; all three classes $150
Opportunities for one-on-one consultations. Pre-register. Additional fee.
Call 239-3547

Fri. May 9, 2008, 8 PM

Revv52 (formerly Calgary Choral) presents:

Revvolution: Impressions of The Beatles and Beach Boys

Southern Jubilee Auditorium

Artistic Director, Brian Farrell explains, "Revvolution highlights the songs of two of the most influential pop groups of all time. The performance fuses computer imagery, video, the warmth of a string quartet, the driving rhythm of a rock band, choreographed dance and the harmonic power of the voices of Revv52."
Tickets $25 and $30 at www.revv52 and www.ticketmaster.com

Sat. Mar. 15, 2008, 8 PM

Creative Class and Calgary Music Lives Here

Presents:

New Singer/Songwriters

Cochrane RancheHouse

featuring Chard Morrison, Jon Li, Alanna Clarke, James Slater,
Katelyn Miller, Matt Grist and hosted by Brian Farrell
Tickets $15, Call: 239-3547

Sat. Feb. 2, 2008, 8 PM

Creative Class Productions presents:

A Showcase of New Singer/Songwriters

Cantos Music Foundation

featuring Creative Class Singer/Songwriters Lindsay Ell, Alanna Clarke, James Slater, Katelyn Miller, Matt Grist and hosted by Brian Farrell
Tickets are $15, Call: 239-3547

Fri. Jan. 18, Sat. Jan. 19, 2008, 8 PM

Calgary Choral presents: I Feel Good: the Soul of Pop

Grace Presbyterian Church, Calgary

A high energy impact performance of hit songs from Gospel - Urban Blues - R&B - Do-Wop - Rock - Soul - Hip Hop.
Special Guests: renowned blues guitarist Tim Williams
and hip hop artist J-Ross
Tickets are $25 and available at www.calgarychoral.com

Fri. Nov. 23, 2008, 8 PM

Creative Class Productions presents:

A Showcase of New Singer/Songwriters

Cochrane RancheHouse

featuring: Katelyn Miller, Alanna Clarke, James Slater, Russell Cayzer, Matt Grist and hosted by Brian Farrell
Tickets available at Cochrane Coffee Traders or call: 239-3547

Fri. May 11, 2007, 8 PM
Calgary Choral presents: Listen to the Music
Southern Jubilee Auditorium, Calgary

Artist Director, Brian Farrell explains, "It's a fast paced retro drive of radio hits through the past decades. The show is the most ambitious performance by Calgary Choral to date. Guests include: Lindsay Ell, a new Canadian artist working with Canadian icon Randy Bachman, the wit and kickin' harmonies of Calgary's own Heebie Jeebies creatively providing a soundstage of radio commercials from the past, a seven piece band of Calgary's finest musicians with songwriter extraordinaire Steve Pineo and a stellar script written and performed by Doug McKeag and the engaging Onalea Gilbertson.
Tickets are $25 and $30 and are available at Ticketmaster at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling 777-0000.

Tues. May 22 - Sat. May 26, 2007, 7:30 pm and 2pm Saturday matinee
Master's Musical Theatre presents: Little Women
Master's Academy Auditorium
4414 Crowchild Trail, SW, Calgary

Artistic Director Brian Farrell explains, "It is with great pleasure that we bring you the premiere Alberta performance of the Broadway musical "Little Women" The music is superb, the characters engaging and the story will warm your heart. Five generations have read the story this one will sing Musical direction/direction and choreography by Brian Farrell, Steve McMullen and Margot McDermott. Guest instrumentalists: Steve Foster (drums), John Gray (bass), Bruce Petherick (piano).


Brian Farrell with clients

A pre-performance with the
musical cast of Egg






Composer Byron Bellows, Lauren Farrell
and Brian in Greenwich Village






Recording session with producer
Ash Sood, singer Katelyn Reid






With engineer Josh Rob
at Audities Studio






Backstage with Jim Creeggan
of the "Barenaked Ladies"







Brian, Meaghan Smith and Ashwin Sood







Guitarist Jason Mingo and Brian







Washington Square musicians,
New York in July




It is my absolute honour to be working with Brian who has been such a positive influence for my career. I'm having the time of my life!

Lindsay Ell
Guitarist/Singer/Songwriter