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Songs of The Open Road: Exploring The Practice of Pilgrimage

Dawn Pemberton2023-10-01T13:20:34-07:00January 25, 2023|News, Workshops|

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For centuries, across cultures, and around the world people have made pilgrimages—moving towards distant, unfamiliar and often sacred places. While the destination often promised spiritual or personal redemption, the journey itself became a means of personal transformation and social connection.

Today, pilgrimages continue to offer individuals unique opportunity to explore how space and place, creativity and song, walking and movement have an impact on our internal landscape. The practice of pilgrimage can be a way to cultivate tools that can be used to invite introspection and a deeper understanding […]

‘DA Kink in My Hair

Dawn Pemberton2022-01-26T18:00:55-08:00January 26, 2022|Articles, News, Show Announcements|

This spring I have the pleasure of performing in the Arts Club’s production of Trey Anthony’s ‘Da Kink in My Hair. This show was supposed to happen in the spring of 2020 and I am so excited that it’s happening this year. It’s going to be an amazing experience getting to work with this stellar cast and creative team.

A RESONANT MUSICAL CELEBRATION OF WOMEN OF COLOUR

“If you want to know about a woman, touch her […]

The Great Get Down!

Dawn Pemberton2019-04-24T06:15:24-07:00April 5, 2019|News, Show Announcements|

DAWN PEMBERTON PRESENTS:
THE GREAT GET DOWN
A Birthday Dance Party and Fundraiser for WISH at The Imperial

Oh Lordy, Dawn’s turning 40! Vancouver’s Queen of Soul is heading into her fourth decade, help her mark the occasion by shaking your groove thing for a fantastic cause!
Dance the night away to Soulstream, Vancouver’s slickest ten piece r&b, soul and funk cover band! DJ Slade will be spinning deep cuts and funky favourites all night long!

2019 marks WISH’s 35th anniversary! The WISH Drop-in has been supporting and empowering some of the city’s most vulnerable citizens.
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The Issue of Mr. O’Dell

Dawn Pemberton2018-11-23T21:29:51-08:00April 15, 2018|Articles, Inspiration Station, Inspiring Folks, News|

A few months ago I had the honour and privilege to work on the music for an amazing documentary called “The Issue of Mr. O’Dell” by film maker Rami Katz. The film is about Jack O’Dells work during the Civil Rights movement. Jack is a brilliant man who worked closely with Dr. Martin Luther King. He is a beautiful person with a sharp mind, unwavering faith, and extreme passion. He is a legend and an unbelievable […]

African Descent Festival!!!

Dawn Pemberton2018-11-23T21:29:52-08:00July 20, 2017|Articles, Inspiration Station, Inspiring Folks, News, Show Announcements|

This is going to be a great weekend of music and culture!!! I am excited and honoured to be backing up the headliner, international reggae artist Nkulee Dube on Sunday, July 23rd! Her voice and presence are mesmerizing. Nkulee is a phenomenal performer and person. DO NOT miss this show. It will be high vibes, for serious! The band is heavy: Matt Reid, Timmy Boom Bap, Devon Martin, Jay Esplana, Cuyler Biller…need I say more?!?!?! […]

Music Heals: Covers For The Cause

Dawn Pemberton2018-11-23T21:29:52-08:00June 12, 2017|News|

I’m really excited to be a part of this initiative! Guess what? You can be a part of it too! Music Heals Canada has created a fun and engaging way for music lovers, fans and artists to come together, spread joy and make a difference! Did you know that music therapy in Canada is primarily donor funded? ‘Covers For The Cause’ will help to keep music therapy alive and kicking!

If you’d like me to cover your favourite song OR you want to dedicate a song to someone you know and […]

Emily Chamber’s VANJAMS

Dawn Pemberton2018-11-23T21:29:52-08:00June 7, 2017|News|

#VanJams is a collective project by R&B/Soul singer Emily Chambers (@em_chambers) and videographer Michael Clarke (@topscura), featuring talented musicians from Vancouver jamming out in a 1983 Dodge camper van named Bessie Blue with new episodes every Thursday!

Check out Em and I singing “Que Sera Sera” by Sly & The Family Stone

For more info about Emily and Michael Go here:

http://emilychambers.ca | http://facebook.com/emilychambersmusic | @em_chambers

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Keep Calm: Exploring The Science & Business of Handling Stress

Dawn Pemberton2018-11-23T21:29:53-08:00May 30, 2017|News|

A few months ago I had the privilege to chat with CBC reporter Lisa Johnson for her exciting series about staying calm and handling stress.

You can read the article and hear our interview here.

Sunday Slow Jam Vol.108 – Idle Moments

Dawn Pemberton2018-11-23T21:29:54-08:00December 27, 2015|News, Sunday Slow Jams|

Happy New Year! I hope that you survived the “Christmas Craziness” and had a beautiful time with friends and family. After the holidays begin to wind down, I enjoy taking a few moments to think about what is important, set goals, vision and clean my home from top to bottom as a way to prepare for the coming year. It can seem like quite a challenge at times to carve out the time to do this, but I find it does help me stay clear and positive.

Check out Grant Green’s tune, “Idle Moments” and let it be an invitation to […]

Sunday Slow Jam Vol.107 – A Child is Born

Dawn Pemberton2018-11-23T21:29:54-08:00December 20, 2015|News, Sunday Slow Jams|

The holidays are upon us and it always seems a little bit crazy this time of year. The eternal “to do” list is always way too long and it often feels like the madness will never end. Perhaps this is why yen for the simple things and feel a pull to go a little slower and do less. I crave coziness, quietness and reflection, and time with family and friends. This year many dear friends have kids and new babies. It is such a treasure to have them in my life! I am so thankful for them because they teach […]