Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025
Venue: Lula Lounge, Toronto
Time: Doors 6:30 PM / Show 8:00 PM
Tickets: $59.64 (incl. tax) / $50 (all-inclusive for musicians)
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/bringing-you-a-little-happy-tickets-1739773833369
Website: birdsongnewmusicfoundation.ca
TORONTO, ON – Renowned comedian and actor Mae Martin, Juno Award-winning vocalist Liberty Silver, and the artists of the Birdsong New Music Foundation are set to unite for an evening of original music and holiday cheer on Sunday, December 14, 2025. This annual fundraiser, taking place at Lula Lounge, supports the production of new music created by individuals living with mental illness.
The concert will be hosted by Mae Martin and Margaret Konopacki and features performances by Mae Martin, Liberty Silver, Robert Priest, Dustin Harder (Prairie Soul), Ashley Bell, Allan Kinney, D.M. LaFortune, Lori Yates, Armand Anthony, Nicole McCafferty (Broadtree), , Dr. Tansy Etro-Beko and Rachel Scully, accompanied by Bryant Didier and the Birdsong Village Band. Executive Producer and Founder Margaret Konopacki directs the event, with Dan Robinson serving as Stage Manager.
The Birdsong New Music Foundation was established in memory of David Martin (1987-2017), a talented Canadian musician and close friend of Mae Martin who lived with a mental illness diagnosis. The charity empowers individuals like David Martin who lived with bipolar disorder. The charity empowers individuals facing similar challenges to compose, record, and perform their own music, fostering personal healing and challenging the stigma surrounding mental illness.
Martin says, “This incredible charity is very close to my heart, for many reasons. It was created in memory of my dear friend David Martin, who had bipolar and unfortunately died young. The charity is dedicated to helping others like him to compose, record and perform their original music. For me personally, I have found that creativity has been an essential tool, like a life raft, during periods of my life where I’ve struggled with addiction or my mental health. I love the ethos of Birdsong and how they help people to express themselves. I sang a year ago here in Toronto at the Birdsong Fundraiser and it was the best night of my year! It’s a small intimate venue so come and support this great cause and let’s meet up and celebrate together.”
Founder Margaret Konopacki emphasizes the transformative power of the foundation’s work. “This fundraiser is a culmination of eight years of hard volunteer work within the organization to change the way people perceive individuals who live with mental health issues,” she states.
Konopacki highlights the contributions of industry professionals who volunteer their expertise, including Platinum award-winning producer Greg Kavanagh and Musical Director Bryant Didier, noting that “Birdsong is a space of love, healing and second chances for many. I am humbled by people who spend their precious time flying in on their own accord to support us and bring happiness and joy to continue the magic and healing that new music can bring to us all.”
The event showcases the remarkable development of Birdsong artists, with three performers currently completing full albums. It stands as a testament to the organization’s commitment to providing a platform for creative expression and building self-esteem through music.
Event Details:
Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025
Venue: Lula Lounge, Toronto
Time: Doors 6:30 PM / Show 8:00 PM
Tickets: $59.64 (incl. tax) / $50 (all-inclusive for musicians)
For Tickets visit the Website: birdsongnewmusicfoundation.ca