CRITIC’S PICKS | Ten Musical Outings You Absolutely Must Do This Week

By Michael Vincent on March 4, 2015

Musical Toronto’s weekly Critic’s Picks are a fully curated list of some of the best concerts happening now through the end of the week. Of course this is not to say we are the provocateurs of taste, but simply seek to provide a good weekly summary. For a look at the full breadth of what’s available in and around Toronto, check out the comprehensive concert listings from our friends at Wholenote Magazine...

SCRUTINY | David Lang's Tiny And Fragile Whisper Opera

By Michael Vincent on February 27, 2015

The visual art world has been exploring the role of the Internet in our lives for over a decade but, in music, the concept has been slower to catch on...

COFFEE BREAK | Sh*t Classical Musicians Say

By Michael Vincent on February 25, 2015

If you are a classical musician, or know one, you will have heard of few of these doozies...

CRITIC’S PICKS | Ten Musical Outings You Absolutely Must Do This Week

By Michael Vincent on February 25, 2015

Musical Toronto’s weekly Critic’s Picks are a fully curated list of some of the best concerts happening now through the end of the week. Of course this is not to say we are the provocateurs of taste, but simply seek to provide a good weekly summary. For a look at the full breadth of what’s available in and around Toronto, check out the comprehensive concert listings from our friends at Wholenote Magazine...

COFFEE BREAK | Lady Gaga Sings Sound of Music and Nails It.

By Michael Vincent on February 23, 2015

Since Sunday night’s 87th Academy Awards, many have been critical of the nights many snubs, and lack-thereofs. But one thing stuck out – and her name was Lady Gaga...

THE SCOOP | Massey Hall Launches Phase 1 of Revitalisation Project

By Michael Vincent on February 23, 2015

Today the Corporation of Massey Hall and Roy Thomson Hall announced the launch of Phase 1 of its seven-year Massey Hall Revitalization project. The rebirth of one of Canada's flagship arts venues will be completed in two phases, and will cost a total of $135M...

COFFEE BREAK | Fruit or Composer - the Quiz

By Michael Vincent on February 20, 2015

Do you know your Zucchini from your Zorn? Find out with our fun new quiz and test your knowledge.

CRITIC’S PICKS | Seven Musical Outings You Absolutely Must Do This Week

By Michael Vincent on February 18, 2015

THE SCOOP | Elora Festival Singers Announce Carnegie Hall Debut

By Michael Vincent on February 17, 2015

With one GRAMMY® and two Juno Award nominations under their belts, The Elora Festival Singers have established themselves as one of the finest professional choirs in Canada...

LISZTS | The Ten Best Classical Music Cartoons

By Michael Vincent on February 14, 2015

During the 1930s-1950s, some of the best cartoons were created. Many of them used classical music to great effect, creating some of the finest animated masterpieces of all time. Here are our picks for the top ten.