Country Classroom Kicks Off with Justine Chantale

Over the next six weeks, a series of local country musicians will be featured during 'Country Classrooms' as presented by the CCMA 2021 London Host Organizing Committee. London artists will share their stories behind their music. A one song performance will be shared with local students to learn about artists in their community. Six different artists, one each week, will be featured in lead up to the  Country Music Week in London (Nov 26 - 29). A longer, featured performance will be avaiable on YouTube at a later date. The six featured artist will be participating in scheduled video calls with Thames Vallery & London District Catholic Schoolboard classrooms. These calls will allow artists to discuss the meaning behind their music and explore how music has created a safe space. 

This weeks artist is Justine Chantale. Justine is a country singer-songwriter from Stratford, Ontario, based out of London. Growing up, she was influenced by her mothers love for old country music and her fathers passion for classic rock. She started her musical journey at the age of 8 years when she began singing in the school choir and at 14 years old she learned how to play the guitar, began to write her own songs and perform them at her high school coffee house. Upon graduating nursing school, Justine ventured to London Ontario to look for full time work and explore the music scene. Since then, Justine has been an active member in London's music scene, performing at a variety of venues, such as The Western Fair District, The London Music Hall, and Trackside Music Festival, to name a few. She has released an EP (Stepping Stones) and three singles. With heartfelt lyrics, soaring vocals and emotional sway in every song, Justine connects with her audience by creating an authentic musical experience.

More information regarding the Canadian Country Music Awards can be found at ccma.org.