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Marking the 'magical musical moments' of Massey Hall
Western News
By Keri Ferguson
October 14, 2021
For author and Western graduate David McPherson, BA'96, MA'98, there's nothing like seeing live music.
"Ever since I saw The Who back in grade ten, at the CNE, I was hooked," he said. "I love music, it's my passion."
As strong, is McPherson's knack for storytelling, a skill honed at Western, where he served as entertainment editor for the university's student newspaper, The Gazette. His fervor also extends to the venues supporting the acts and artists he's followed over the years.
His first book, The Legendary Horseshoe Tavern: A Complete History was published in 2017. Next month, his new book, Massey Hall, will be released as the hall reopens after a three-year revitalization, and as the province cautiously lifts capacity limits in indoor settings (continue reading).
