Concert & Buffet #55 - Mar Emanuel

About Mar Emanuel:

Mar Emanuel is a Filipino Canadian singer-songwriter and producer crafting music that sits between alt-R&B, indie pop, and indie rock. Known for his smooth vocals, lush soundscapes, and emotionally honest songwriting, Mar creates songs that feel intimate, reflective, and quietly immersive.

Drawing from his Filipino Canadian heritage and a wide range of musical influences, Mar's work balances dreamy production with raw vulnerability, blending soulful melodies, understated grooves, and layered compositions into a sound that is both deeply personal and effortlessly inviting. His debut album, Almost!, showcases an artist unafraid to blur genres while staying grounded in authentic storytelling and emotional clarity.

For his Shelf session, Mar strips those richly layered recordings back to their essence alongside guitarist Brad Hall, allowing every lyric, harmony, and subtle musical detail to breathe. Expect a performance that's soulful, intimate, and beautifully understated.

Arrangement of the Session:

Mar Emanuel — Vocals / Keys

Brad Hall — Acoustic Guitar / Electric Guitar / Backing Vocals

About The Shelf Concert:

Inspired by NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert, we bring raw, stripped-down performances to Vancouver — but with our own after-hours twist. On Wednesday nights, Hestia closes its doors to the public and transforms into a private listening room for just 60 guests. No blasting speakers, no artificial mixing — just pure, direct sound. Artists self-mix in the moment, adjusting to the space and the energy of the room. And since each concert is recorded live, the audience isn’t just watching — they’re part of the final cut. Every cheer, clap, and moment of silence is captured by the microphones forever.

Your ticket includes:

✔️ Exclusive access to the session — An intimate, after-hours concert in the closed restaurant space at Hestia.

✔️ A late-night buffet — Curated by HESTIA to make the night feel even more special.

✔️ A role in the recording – Your energy, your reactions, your moment.

How It Works

• The concert is structured into three short sets (three songs each), with two 5-minute breaks in between.

• Natural emotional reactions (clapping, cheering, vibing, etc.) are encouraged!

• During performances, we ask for minimal disruptive noise — think of it like being in a live recording session. Because it is!

• Breaks are off the record — the perfect time to chat, enjoy the buffet, or grab another drink.

• Some artists may extend their set or play an encore if the vibe feels right — show your love and you might just get more!

Limited to 60 spots. Every session is unique and will not appear again.

Get your ticket now—before someone else does.