BIRDSONG FUNDRAISER
Birdsong Music Foundation is set to turn up the heat this summer with a Mid-Summer Night’s Fundraising party at Toronto’s legendary music venue, The Duke, in east end Toronto.
Save the date! Birdsong Proudly Presents HOT, HOT, HOT!
Thursday, July 17, 2025
Doors: 7pm Show: 8pm
Birdsong New Music Foundation is a Canadian Charity dedicated to improving lives of people with mental illness through music. For more visit: https://birdsongnewmusicfoundation.ca/
This is in keeping with the success of the inaugural event “The Simple Human Kindness Show” at the ever popular live show venue, the Lula Lounge last December. Birdsong felt a summer event would be a great mid-year celebration of the charity and the work they do. Lula Lounge in Toronto’s west side was so successful, and it had a sold-out audience of over 350.
Watch the video trailer here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DEQxIdTRK3B/
The event is hosted by Birdsong founder Margaret Konopacki who said,” The Simple Human kindness show in Toronto last December, was proof to us how powerful a simple message of compassion can be. Help us spread the word and support this summer event.”
Tickets in Advance Recommended Get your advance ticket by donating $20 to Birdsong on the Canada Helps website — just bring your email receipt to the door. Tickets are $25 at the door (Musicians pay half price!). Expect a silent auction, unforgettable performances, and a true celebration of music with purpose.
The first annual HOT, HOT, HOT! summer fundraiser has a lineup is stacked with incredible talent:
- D.M. Lafortune
(who will be launching her brand-new single “How Many Times” live at the show!)
- Robert Priest
- Dustin Harder (a.k.a. Prairie Soul)
Ashley Bell - Jordan Gow
- Jhmal King
- Arif Jinha
Dionne Samuels (Bird of Paradise)
- Featuring Bryant Didier & The Birdsong Village Band
100% of all proceeds go to support the Birdsong New Music Foundation, helping indie musicians build meaningful careers and communities.
About The Venue:
As a prominent East End Historical landmark, The Duke has been part of the Leslieville landscape since 1870 and is a true supporter of live shows.
Located at 1225 Queen Street East in Toronto (at Leslie) it is just seconds from the 24 hour streetcar (bus stop right at doors) The Duke is also easily accessible by the Gardiner Expressway and free parking, Parking lot is located off Leslie street behind the bar. It is also wheelchair accessible through the back down and off the patio.
There is a full food menu with “pub” food and daily specials, and a fully stocked bar and dance floor.
Don’t miss an incredible night of live music, good vibes all for a great cause at The Duke on Thursday, July 17,2025.