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The beloved Winter Solstice Music Tour celebrates its 10th anniversary this December with a special series of concerts across Vancouver Island and two online shows on Dec. 21, the Winter Solstice proper.
Led by acclaimed vocalist and artistic director Cari Burdett, the tour offers audiences a heartfelt evening of song, story and harmony — a joyful celebration of community, culture and the return of the light.
A Salt Spring Island concert takes place at All Saints by-the-Sea on Thursday, Dec. 11. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m.
Since its beginnings in 2010, Winter Solstice Music has become a Vancouver Island tradition, weaving together evocative arrangements, rich vocal harmonies and musical storytelling. In addition to Burdett, the 2025 tour features Adrian Dolan, Quin Etheridge-Pedden, Scott White, Adam Dobres and Maeve Iredale.
This year’s musical offerings shine a spotlight on Canadian composers — blending original works by the band members with pieces by Sarah McLachlan, Gordon Lightfoot and The Wailin’ Jennys. The program features winter-themed songs that honour both the quiet beauty of darkness and the hopeful return of light, evoking the deep emotional resonance of the season.
Five percent of proceeds will be donated to Mischa Lelum, the new Cowichan Valley Youth Emergency Shelter supporting youth aged 15–18 who are in crisis or at risk of homelessness.
Tickets can be bought online at cariburdett.com.