Shakura S’Aida presents On Their Shoulders

This historic concert will celebrate musicians like Frank Wright, Archie Alleyne, Jodie Drake, Jackie Shane, Dianne Brooks, and more, while also highlighting many of the landmarks that provided safe spaces for the African Canadian music community and their audiences. Live performances featuring 98-year-old Queen Elizabeth II’s Golden Jubilee Medal recipient Ada Lee, Honorary Member of the Order of Canada recipient Jackie Richardson, Mississauga Walk of Fame recipient Bobby Dean Blackburn, Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee and Order of Canada recipient Molly Johnson, and multiple award recipients Joe Sealy, Joy Lapps, SATE, and Jay Douglas supported by an all star house band – led by award-winning and Juno nominated Musical Director Eddie Bullen.

Who is it for?

All ages

Tickets : $53.00 – $128.00

How to get tickets?

Buy online

Phone: 416-408-0208

Date: Saturday June 21, 2025 | 8:00 PM

Venue & Address

Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor Street West, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5S 1W2

Wheelchair accessible

Paid Parking

Accessible by Public Transport