Concert series kicks off

Hits from the likes of Neil Young, Bryan Adams and Gordon Lightfoot were featured in a ‘Canadian Goldrush Unplugged’ July 13 concert by Richard Janik at Seacliff Park’s Sunset Amphitheatre. 

Janik not only showed his chops on both the acoustic guitar and the keyboard, he mixed in some of his original tunes spanning the past 40 years.

Sponsored by the Municipality of Leamington and presented by the Bank Theatre, Janik’s appearance marked the first of three free music events that make up this year’s Music on the 42nd series and further celebrates the town’s 150th birthday.

Corey Robertson of the Bank Theatre was asked to describe this year’s series. 

“You’ve got such a diverse difference in musical genres,” said Robertson. “Richard Janik brings a singer/songwriter feel, he’s been doing it for decades. James Gibb is next, doing Elvis with a band. It will be nostalgic, which fits in perfectly with the town’s birthday. Finally, the Windsor Symphony makes another appearance at the Sunset Amphitheatre. To have that quality of music, a classical feel, is a great way to end our family-friendly events.”

For those who love ‘The King of Rock ’n’ Roll, James Gibb & Mystery Train Bank, an Elvis Tribute, will perform at the Sunset Amphitheatre on July 20 at 7 p.m.

The series at the park ends with the melodious music of strings and horns as the Windsor Symphony Orchestra takes the amphitheatre stage at 7 p.m. on July 27.