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Chor Leoni. Photo: Emily Cooper

Review | Christmas with Chor Leoni Brings Holiday Magic to the Heart of Vancouver

By Kaitlyn Chan on 20 December 2024 Choral, Classical Music, Concert Reviews, Piano, Strings, Vancouver, Violin, Vocal

Amidst the bustle of the holiday season, Chor Leoni ushered audience members into the serene atmosphere of St. Andrew’s-Wesley United Church for their annual Christmas concert on Dec 19. The space was lit with reds, blues, and purples while golden lanterns hung from the ceiling. The beauty of the church was highlighted under this unique lighting, creating an almost fantasy effect within the large arches. Lighting designer Keagan Elrick had set the stage for the magical evening welcoming Chor Leoni’s largest-ever opening night audience. The first song of the evening was “The Long Night” arranged by founding member, Artistic Director,…

Michel Miraillet and Suzie LeBlanc. Photo: Consulat Général de France à Vancouver

Suzie LeBlanc Awarded Knight Of Arts & Letters By France in Vancouver

By Newswire on 28 November 2024 Arts Industry, Classical Music, Newswire, Vancouver

Vancouver, BC – On November 27, 2024, renowned Canadian soprano Suzie LeBlanc has been awarded France’s prestigious Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters (Chevalière de l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres) by the Ambassador of France to Canada, Michel Miraillet, during a private ceremony in Vancouver. Ms LeBlanc is being recognized for her outstanding contributions to the world of music her deep ties with France and dedication to fostering cultural and linguistic connections between the two countries. Born in Acadia, Suzie LeBlanc’s roots are deeply embedded in the French-speaking world, and her connection to France is part of…

Vancouver Symphony Orchestra Announces 2025 National Tour

By Newswire on 13 November 2024 Arts Industry, Classical Music, Newswire, Orchestral, Vancouver

In March 2025, the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra (VSO) led by Maestro Otto Tausk will embark on a bold national tour, celebrating the creativity of British Columbia musicians and composers alongside world-renowned soloists. This will mark the orchestra’s first visit to Eastern Canada since 2018, and over 100 musicians will be making the journey. “Touring is essential for any world class orchestra,” says VSO Music Director Otto Tausk. “Vancouver can be very proud of presenting one of Canada’s finest orchestras and we can’t wait to share our music outside of our hometown. Besides bringing some of the absolute highlights of the…

Upcoming Concerts: Montreal, Quebec City, Ottawa, Toronto, West of Canada

By Heather Weinreb on 11 November 2024 Chamber Music, Classical, Montreal, Ottawa, Quebec City, Toronto, Vancouver

On Tour Barbara Hannigan & Bertrand Chamayou Photo: Luciano Romano Barbara Hannigan & Bertrand Chamayou In celebration of their recent “Messaien” album release, Juno and Grammy Award-winning soprano Barbara Hannigan and pianist Bertrand Chamayou will tour Canada and the U.S. in November and December. The concert opens with Messaien’s Chants de terre et de ciel, rich with complex rhythms and vibrant, vocal colours. In addition, Hannigan and Chamayou will perform Scriabin’s Poème-nocturne, and Vers la flamme alongside John Zorn’s Jumalattaret —a sign cycle using text from Finnish epic poetry. The tour stops in Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver, Victoria, and Ottawa along…

Suzie LeBlanc. Photo: Mark Mushet.

Suzie LeBlanc: Full Circle

By Holly Harris on 10 November 2024 Baroque and Early, Classical Music, Vancouver, Vocal

Life came full circle when acclaimed Acadian soprano Suzie LeBlanc took over the helm of Early Music Vancouver as its newly appointed Artistic and Executive Director in January 2021, returning to the province where she first launched her illustrious, 35-year international career. “Coming here felt not only like a return to the organization that gave me one of my first professional engagements outside of Montreal, but also an incredible opportunity because so much of the concert season was at a standstill due to the pandemic,” says Order of Canada member LeBlanc, of her bold leap from La Belle Province to…

OSL. Photo: Annie Diotte

Winter Festivals

By La Scena Events on 10 November 2024 Classical Music, Guides, Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver

New Brunswick Fredericton Frostival Festival Fredericton, January 23 to February 9 www.frostival.ca Montréal Expozine Montréal, November 23 to 24 www.expozine.ca Lumino Montréal, November 28 to March 9 www.quartierdesspectacles.com Festival Noël dans le parc Montréal, December 6 to 31 www.noeldansleparc.com Salon des métiers d’art Montréal, December 12 to 22 www.metiersdart.ca Fête des Neiges de Montréal Montréal, December 26 to March 5 www.parcjeandrapeau.com Igloofest Montréal, January 16 to February 8 www.igloofest.ca Festival classique hivernal Laval, January 31 to February 2 www.osl.ca/festival-classique-hivernal For its 4th edition, the Orchestre symphonique de Laval invites you to its Winter Classical Festival, a three-day musical marathon to…

Early Music & Baroque Guide

By La Scena Musicale Team on 9 November 2024 Baroque and Early, Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver

MONTRÉAL BOURGIE HALL www.sallebourgie.ca Located in the heart of downtown, Bourgie Hall of the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts is a must for Baroque music lovers. Nestled in a former heritage church, it provides exceptional acoustics as well as a splendid and intimate setting displaying some twenty Tiffany stained glass windows. In 2024-2025, Bourgie Hall is pleased to welcome the French ensembles Les Talens Lyrique and Près de votre oreille, as well as the renowned Quebec orchestra Les Violons du Roy. Vocal music will also be in the spotlight with prestigious British ensembles such as the Tallis Scholars, Stile Antico,…

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Choral Calendar (Nov 2024)

By Kristen Whittle on 9 November 2024 Choral, Montreal, Ottawa, Quebec City, Toronto, Vancouver

West Early Music Vancouver Dec. 22, Vancouver Under the direction of Alexander Weimann, Early Music Vancouver will present a pairing of “Festive Cantatas” featuring Gloria in excelsis Deo cantata by J.S. Bach and Missa Nativitatis Domini by Czech composer Jan Dismas Zelenka. www.earlymusic.bc.ca Vancouver Chamber Choir Dec. 12, 13, Vancouver Peace and tranquility is the theme of the Vancouver Chamber Choir’s holiday concert entitled “Christmas by Candlelight.” Under the direction of Kari Turunen, the choir will present a large selection of holiday classics and new works, including Laura Hawley’s Mary called it an angel and the world première of Chris…

Amadeus Choir practicing for Sir Andrew Davis Koerner Hall concert (Photo by Dahlia Katz)

La Scena Musicale Announces the Launch of the 2024 Choir Guide: Celebrating Choral Music

By La Scena Musicale Team on 17 April 2024 Arts Industry, Choral, Guides, Montreal, Ottawa, Quebec City, Toronto, Vancouver, Vocal

Montreal, Quebec – April 17, 2024. La Scena Musicale, the renowned music magazine committed to serving the Canadian music community, is pleased to announce the launch of its 2024 Choir Guide. This year marks the 14th edition of this highly anticipated annual event, shining a spotlight on vocal art across Canada. La Scena Musicale’s Choir Guide is an invaluable resource for choirs seeking talented members. It’s also a valuable tool for singers looking for a choir for musical and social enjoyment. By offering exceptional visibility in our June national edition, the Guide is strategically released on May 31st, providing choirs…

Newswire | Julian Lage, Veronica Swift and SUMAC with Moor Mother to Perform at the 2024 Vancouver International Jazz Festival

By Newswire on 19 March 2024 Jazz, Newswire, Vancouver

(Vancouver, BC) – Coastal Jazz is pleased to announce performances by guitarist Julian Lage, vocal jazz singer Veronica Swift, and post-metal supergroup SUMAC with an opening set by poet and musician Moor Mother during the Vancouver International Jazz Festival, June 21 to 30, 2024. Tickets for all shows are available for purchase by the general public at www.coastaljazz.ca on Thursday, March 21 at 10:00 am PDT. The 39th edition of the Vancouver International Jazz Festival will offer a balance of free and ticketed performances, including the return of Downtown Jazz, a free concert series outside the Vancouver Art Gallery on…

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