We send a special thank you to the McArthur family and staff for the phenomenal amount of work and creativity they put into this event; and the following talented artists and supporters for contributing so much to the enchantment of ‘A Merry & Bright Christmas’:

 

The Soenen Sisters is a talented ensemble of 2 harps, cello, and flute who have been bringing stellar performances to concert stages for years. They are a top choice in Ontario at celebrity events and weddings, and even opened last year at an exciting concert of 'The Tenors'. The Soenen Sisters will be performing will be performing on Friday and Saturday evening.

 

Pianist, Eddie Pizzo has been entertaining fans with his vast repertoire of songs for more than 60 years. A Niagara legend, beloved by fans across the region, his talent and charm have ensured his place as a highlight of the McArthurs' annual Holiday House Tour event. Eddie will be performing during the afternoons and evenings.

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Named ‘Promising New Adult Ensemble’ in the 2019 Choral Canada National Competition for Canadian Amateur Choirs, the Avanti Chamber Singers, under the direction of Dr. Rachel Rensink-Hoff, is a community-based choir whose mission is to achieve a high level of artistic musical performance from the Renaissance to the present. Members of the Avanti Chamber Singers will be performing on Friday and Saturday evening.

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Niagara Falls, USA native, Olivia Amorian, will be entertaining guests as they arrive in the afternoons. Olivia is a radio competition finalist who has entertained her city performing at restaurants, hotels, events, and more. Olivia has released many singles, an album, and her newest release, 'Miami'. Olivia has been seen on Daytime Buffalo and on 'The Bubba Show' on Star Pittsburgh 100.7. 

 

Live guitar by Will Wilson and David Israelson will serenade guests as they enjoy hot apple cider and crackling fires. Will is a returning performer at our evening event and has been a regular performer at the TD Jazz Festival.  There will be guitar performances for the entire tour. 

 

The Mistle Tones is a Niagara collective of professional singers, with a casual festive flare, spreading joy & love through song, and encouraging others to sing along. They'll be here in the afternoons with bells on - and perhaps a kazoo or two! The Mistle Tones will be carolling during the afternoon tours. 

Volunteers in period costume from The Friends of Fort George will guide guests through the gardens and regale them with stories of what has transpired on this incredible, historic property. The Friends of Fort George is a non-profit organization that works in partnership with Parks Canada to preserve and promote the heritage of Niagara National Historic Sites. 
 
The Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum provides authentic Victorian costumes for our volunteers to wear at the historic McArthur Estate evening event. The Niagara Historical Society continues to promote and preserve our local heritage by owning and operating the Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum. See our Annual Sites page for more information about the museum. ​

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Grinchy Tina Lus and jolly Ward Simpson are always festive crowd pleasers. Ho, ho, ho.

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Doug Rempel of Bosley Real Estate will once again be providing his trademark gingerbread cookies.