In Quebec City across from the Basilica there is a beautiful Christmas store called La Boutique de Noël. Every year when I come to Quebec city with my grade 8's a number of them go into the shop. Three of the kids presently in the choir were also in my grade 8 class and they said we should sing in the Christmas store. Have a look and see why they thought singing here would be a lot of fun!
When I was in Quebec city in June with my grade 8's I went into the store and spoke with the owner about the possibility of doing a short performance. He was exceptionally kind and thought that having the choir sing there would be a lot of fun! The store manager, Amélie, also thought it would be a fun event and was incredibly helpful in working out the details. After singing in the Basilica we walked across the street and enjoyed a bit of Christmas in July!
And then of course we started our Christmas shopping for this year!