Fresh from the UK leg of his Footprints Tour to raise money for Footprints Orphanage in Kenya, acclaimed singer-songwriter, Chris Ronald, will be playing a number of intimate shows in and around the Okanagan area between Aug. 19 and 26.
Born in England, Ronald now lives in Vancouver with his wife and three young children.
His latest CD, Turning Tides, was released last year to rave reviews, citing his “obvious talent, great songs, and glorious voice.”
He has been likened to artists such as Jackson Browne and Kenny Rankin. Tracks from the album have also been aired nationwide on CBC Radio.
Many songs, both on and off the Turning Tides album, are inspired by Ronald’s experiences in and the beauty of British Columbia, and audiences enjoy hearing the stories behind the songs during his live shows.
Since the album’s release and the many shows that have followed, Ronald’s music career has taken off to the extent that he’s now in the process of transitioning from his day job as an elementary school teacher to pursuing music full-time.
The singer, guitarist, harmonica player, and poet writes and sings from the heart.
He performs with a sincerity that befits his songs and with a voice and message that are both evocative and emotionally charged. Ronald will perform at the Java Jive Neighbourhood Bistro at 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 20.