Paige Warner — Hark the Highlands Sing!

with her Trio

Capping off a week of Holiday in the Highlands from the South Grey Chamber of Commerce and all the local supporting organizations, we bring you the evocative-voiced and captivating, Paige Warner to sing you into Christmas 2025!

Paige has played the stage in Southern Grey many times and will again get you bopping and singing along with Christmas classics, current holiday hits, and jazzy spins on your favourite carols.

Twas almost December and all through the church,
Many people were sitting, waiting for to emerge,
Four players with instruments strung and practiced with care,
And hopes that Paige Warner soon would be there.

Paige Warner

With a voice that’s both soulful and timeless, Paige Warner has captivated audiences across the country. Often described as the “soulful Ontario songstress” (Billboard), Paige’s musical journey has led her from local markets to major stages like Massey Hall’s TD Music Hall and Summerfolk, sharing stages with renowned artists including 98 Degrees, Ron Sexsmith, Monowhales, and Lori Yates. Her blend of alt-pop and soul carries through her Christmas performances, where she brings new life to beloved classics and shares her nostalgic original, “Christmas in the Sound,” inspired by her hometown of Owen Sound.

Stephen C. Warner

Stephen C. Warner is a pianist, keyboardist, and composer whose music is marked by versatility and expression. A graduate of Wilfrid Laurier University with an Honours Bachelor of Music, he also holds an ARCT in Piano Performance from the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto. His two solo piano albums, Sea of Glass and Christmas, showcase his gift for melodic storytelling and emotional nuance. Stephen serves as Contemporary Music Director at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Owen Sound and is a core member of multiple bands including Paige Warner’s ensemble – leading with his keyboard artistry and contributing to the creative development of her arrangements and compositions. Offstage, he’s “Dad” to four wonderful children and “Bopbop” to three beautiful grandchildren.

Tyler Wagler

Tyler Wagler is an in demand performer, session musician and educator. As a kid he spent most of his youth playing guitar, cutting his teeth on classic rock, blues and folk music. Upon finishing high school he attended Humber College’s jazz program as a bass student where he completed a Bachelor of Music degree. While at Humber he had the opportunity to study under master musicians such as Don Thompson, Mike Downes and Pat Kilbride. Since graduating from Humber, Tyler has worked steadily on stage and in the studio. He is best known as a founding member of modern roots reggae band The Human Rights, releasing three albums and touring Canada and the US. He is a busy sideman having worked with Joni Nehrita, Alysha Brilla, Tia Brazda, Tannis Slimmon, Friendly Rich and The Lollipop People, David Sereda, Lillian Allen, Paul Quarrington, Jay Douglas, Lorraine Segato and others. As a jazz musician he is a first call double bass player in the Guelph area. Tyler is now based in Guelph where he has been teaching and performing for almost fifteen years. He is currently the Musical Director of The Guelph Youth Jazz Ensemble and teaches privately from his home where he lives with his wife and two young sons.

Marty Sinclair

Based in Owen Sound, Martin Sinclair has been behind the drum kit for more than 30 years, supporting artists and bands across the Grey Bruce region. He holds a certificate from Humber College’s Commercial/Jazz Music introductory program and has played everywhere from the Niagara Wine Festival to Toronto’s Tattoo Rock Parlour, and from Summerfolk to TD Music Hall. Rooted in rock but delving into folk, blues, pop, and jazz, Martin plays in service of the song. By day, he works in the business world; by night, he keeps time with friends, guided by a lifelong passion for music and arrangement.