​​elegant entertainment

Shirley Sparks is a Finnish crossover soprano and composer who has captivated her audiences with soulful and sophisticated performances by uniquely blending traditional bel canto singing with richly nuanced, swinging rhythms.

Shirley's repertoire includes early 20th-century American standards, English musical songs, French chansons, and Finnish light classics, particularly from the 1950s and 60s.

Shirley's original songs combine elements of classical music, musical theater, and popular music.

Shirley's performances offer delightful and perfect entertainment for international cocktail parties, gala dinners, themed events, receptions, corporate events, exhibition openings, private parties, birthdays, and pre-Christmas parties. Collaborating with top-notch pianists and musicians, Shirley Sparks ensures a sophisticated musical experience, complemented by her own combo, the Golden Hollywood Band.
The themed sets include 1920's Gatsby, Magical Christmas, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, Doris Day Songs, Chaplin - Eternally, The Songs and Life of Peggy Lee, 1950's Movies and Musicals and Valentine's Day - La Vie en Rose. 

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​COMING NEXT

The Trees by Jean Sibelius &
​Dreams of a Butterfly 
original song cycle by Shirley Sparks

​Les Dimances Musicaux
at the American Cathedral in Paris
​October 24th 2024 at 3 PM

Free admission. Voluntary donation.

Esbo svenska Röda Kors, in cooperation with the Mannerheim League for Child Welfare

Performing some songs at the charity concert Jul i sinnet

Vindängensalen, Tapiola, Espoo
​Sunday 17th of November at 4 PM

Shirley Sparks, vocals & Kristian Nyman, piano

Sparks & Sarpila present:

Cat's Meow Christmas ​in Candlelight

- Christmas classics with the 1920's twist -

Villa Bella Vista, Ruissalo, Turku
Sunday, Dec 15th 2024 at 4 PM

Shirley Sparks, vocals & Antti Sarpila, piano

Tickets 22 €
Ticket reservations by email: [email protected]
or by phone: 050 5540 844 /Marjut

Sparks & Sarpila present:

Cat's Meow Christmas ​in Candlelight

- Christmas classics with the 1920's twist -

Porin Raatihuone, December 16th 2024 at 6 PM

Shirley Sparks, vocals & Antti Sarpila, piano

Tickets 30 € available here

Comments from the audience

"Absolutely a wonderful concert!"
"Mis felicitaciones, todo  muy lindo y emocionante"
"The best Christmas concert I've ever attended" 
​"Just beautiful! Your voice is so rich and fits wonderfully to vintage music" 
"Such a nice atmosphere, felt like being in ​an old English or American movie"