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November 2018
Canadian Opera Company | WOW Factor: A Cinderella Story
OPERA FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES A fresh take on the Cinderella story, for the young and young at heart. November 28 to December 2, 2018 New English Libretto by Joel Ivany Musical Adaptation by Stéphane Mayer Commissioned by the Canadian Opera Company Performances take place at the Imperial Oil Opera Theatre in the Joey and Toby Tanenbaum Opera Centre, 227 Front St. E., Toronto, ON When the hit singing show WOW Factor arrives at Cindy’s school, students jump at the chance to compete…
Find out more »Toronto Symphony Orchestra | Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker & More
No holiday season is complete without a full and tasty banquet of Tchaikovsky! Korean-Canadian Earl Lee conducts this year’s tribute to the beloved Russian composer, which displays Tchaikovsky’s equal mastery of two different types of music: theatrical and symphonic. You’ll enjoy a generous selection of favourite sugar plums from the ballet The Nutcracker, complemented by the passionate and tempestuous Fourth Symphony, in which he confronted the cold forces of fate that he felt ruled his existence. Order tickets today when…
Find out more »Elmer Iseler Singers | Handel’s Messiah
Handel’s Messiah Friday, November 30, 2018 at 8:00 pm Lydia Adams conducts the rich textures of the solos and the glorious choruses that will once again be celebrated as the Elmer Iseler Singers present a “Grand Sound” in Handel’s resplendent Messiah. We continue our tradition of presenting award-winning Canadian soloists, professional orchestra and choral richness. Special guest artists: Choir The Amadeus Choir Singers Meredith Hall, soprano Marjorie Maltais, mezzo-soprano Asitha Tennekoon, tenor Giles Tomkins, bass-baritone Musicians Patricia Wright, organist Robert…
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Tallis Choir | A Gabrielli Christmas
A Gabrieli Christmas Saturday Dec 1, 2018 - 7:30 PM The Tallis Choir is joined by period brass, strings and organ for a thrilling evening of poly-choral masterpieces by Gabrieli and his contemporaries. Tickets: $30, $25 and $10* Tickets here.
Find out more »Toronto Mendelssohn Choir | Festival of Carols
Enjoy TMC’s annual joyous celebration of music for the season. This year the Choir will be joined again by the popular Canadian Staff Band of the Salvation Army and, new for this year, by the young voices of the Toronto Youth Choir. As always, we invite you to add your voice to the popular audience carol sing-along. Choose from two nights. Tickets, here.
Find out more »Soundstreams | Electric Messiah IV
In the world of holiday messiahs, only one is electric! A bona fide Toronto holiday favourite, "Electric Messiah" reimagines George Fredrick Handel’s great masterpiece with fascinating inspirations from jazz, gospel, blues, hip-hop and of course, classical. While audiences will recognize familiar themes, they soon realize this is not how Handel would have heard it. That’s because Ear Candy takes great care in deconstructing this masterpiece, taking it apart, and stripping it down to its essence. Once rebuilt, it takes on…
Find out more »Nathaniel Dett Chorale | An Indigo Christmas…Black Virgin…Great Joy.
AN INDIGO CHRISTMAS… BLACK VIRGIN… GREAT JOY in collaboration with the Department of Music, York University WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2018 7:30 pm Songs and Carols celebrating The Black Virgin; and a Suite of traditional Christmas Carols in Gospel Style with soloists and jazz/gospel combo Sandra Faire & Ivan Fecan Theatre | Accolade East Building York University | 4700 Keele Street, Toronto – steps away from York University subway station – Order your tickets online or call 416-736-5888
Find out more »National Ballet of Canada | The Nutcracker
James Kudelka's ravishing and gloriously re-imagined version of the evergreen Christmas spectacular was created for The National Ballet of Canada in 1995 and it remains an unparalleled holiday entertainment for both children and adults. Replete with Kudelka's signature dynamic and exuberant choreography and gliding with wonderful ease from whimsical and often boisterous comedy to breathtaking spectacle and touching emotion, the ballet is a feast for both the senses and the imagination. In Kudelka's adaptation, E.T.A. Hoffmann's original tale is re-situated…
Find out more »Orchestra Toronto | The Snowman and Friends
The Snowman* and Friends Sunday, December 9, 2018 - 3:00pm Pre-concert chat at 2:15 with Michael Newnham A seasonal family celebration, featuring a screening of the animated classic The Snowman, with live orchestral music. Join Orchestra Toronto and special guests at our family-oriented concert to bring music and warmth to a chilly time of year. Generations of children of all ages have enjoyed, The Snowman,*a wintertime classic animated film with a magical score by Howard Blake. Toronto-based composer Ron Royer's A Canadian Christmas…
Find out more »St. Michael’s Choir School | Annual Christmas Concert
A musically rich blend of both secular and sacred carols to usher in the Christmas season. A Toronto holiday tradition, this is the Choir Schools 81st year, and this year's concert is sure to be one of the best yet. St. Michael's Choir School graduates are some of Canada's most celebrated professional and amateur musicians. Both alumni and current students are known for music of the highest calibre. Conductors: Maria Conkey, Teri Dunn, S. Bryan Priddy Accompanist: William O'Meara Tickets, here.
Find out more »Hannaford Street Silver Band | Christmas Cheer
The Holiday Season hits full stride with the incomparable Ben Heppner in a glorious evening of warmth, song and seasonal celebration. Join us at the marvellous Metropolitan United for an inspiring respite from the season and bathe in the glorious sounds of choir and brass. Ben Heppner, Host and Tenor Soloist The Elmer Iseler Singers Lydia Adams, Artistic Director Tickets, here.
Find out more »Toronto Symphony Orchestra | TSO Holiday Pops
This Christmas, treat your loved ones—and yourself—to our biggest Holiday Pops ever! Vocalist Matt Dusk lends his Sinatra-esque swagger to a host of festive classics, in a sparkling performance overflowing with yuletide cheer. You’ll be smiling from ear to ear! (Pictured: Matt Dusk, vocalist) Order tickets today when you purchase a TSO subscription. Single tickets go on sale in August! Performers: Steven Reineke, conductor (December 11 & 12) Lucas Waldin, conductor (December 13 & 15) Matt Dusk, vocalist Etobicoke School…
Find out more »Toronto Children’s Chorus | A Chorus Christmas: Children of the World
TORONTO CHILDREN'S CHORUS Kindle the joys of the holiday season with the angelic voices of the TCC’s 300 choristers, the Toronto Youth Choir, and the TCC Alumni Choir. The Main Choir will perform Benjamin Britten’s delightful treble work, A Ceremony of Carols, featuring TSO harpist Heidi Van Hoesen Gorton. Choristers will also delight with seasonal music by a galaxy of composers, including Bob Chilcott, John Rutter, Allan Naplan, Greg Gilpin, Ken Berg and Mark Hayes. Audience members are invited to…
Find out more »Toronto Symphony Orchestra | Messiah
Handel’s immortal oratorio is played and sung with matchless spirit by the TSO and friends! Canadian Opera Company Music Director Johannes Debus, a full chorus, and a stellar lineup of vocal soloists are featured in these expert performances. Order tickets today when you add on this performance to a Curated Series or Compose Your Own subscription. Single tickets go on sale August 2018. Performers: Johannes Debus, conductor Claire de Sévigné, Soprano Allyson McHardy, mezzo-soprano Andrew Haji, tenor Tyler Duncan, baritone Toronto Mendelssohn Choir
Find out more »Orpheus Choir of Toronto | A Child’s Christmas in Wales
Welcome Stratford star Geraint Wyn Davies and his cheery narration of Dylan Thomas’s most beloved and evocative holiday classic. Orpheus gifts you an evening of Christmas nostalgia sprinkled with a joyous and festive mix of seasonal carols…an intimate, heart-warming event not to be missed! Orpheus Choir Geraint Wyn Davies, narrator
Find out more »Tafelmusik | Handel Messiah
Directed by Ivars Taurins Sherezade Panthaki, soprano Krisztina Szabó, mezzo-soprano Charles Daniels, tenor Drew Santini, baritone Experience the humanity and goodwill of Handel’s beloved choral masterpiece. Handel’s Messiah transcends cultural, geographic, and religious boundaries with its message of charity, peace, goodwill, and sacrifice. It also contains some of the most uplifting, touching, and magnificent music ever composed. Ivars Taurins directs four soloists, orchestra, and chamber choir, offering audience’s Handel’s masterpiece with Tafelmusik’s trademark expertise and care, intimacy and expanse. Our annual performances of Messiah have become…
Find out more »David Warrack’s Canada Pops ‘18 | Holiday Concert 2018 in Support of United Way
Spend the holidays with David Warrack’s legendary Canada Pops ‘18 Holiday Concert in support of United Way featuring a spectacular 64-piece orchestra and special guests including: Chantal Kreviazuk, Ben Heppner, Louise Pitre, Thom Allison, Avery Saltzman and Sheila McCarthy. Celebrate the holidays surrounded by music. Canada Pops ‘18, one night only supporting United Way’s mission to fight local poverty in all its forms. December 19th, Sony Centre.
Find out more »Roy Thomson Hall | A Celtic Family Christmas
This holiday season join Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy, the award-winning fiddle virtuosos, in an intimate and unique Christmas album and concert series you will never forget. With the duo accompanied by a band of talented musicians – and their children – A Celtic Family Christmas will guide you into the wonderful world of a true MacMaster Leahy Christmas celebration.
Find out more »Tafelmusik | Sing-Along Messiah
Directed by Mr. Handel Sherezade Panthaki, soprano Krisztina Szabó, mezzo-soprano Charles Daniels, tenor Drew Santini, baritone A thrilling, massive sing-along of Handel’s beloved choral masterpiece. Does the holiday season give you an uncontrollable desire to burst into song? Join Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra and Chamber Choir, four soloists, and a choir of thousands led by Mr. Handel himself for a thrilling, massive sing-along of Handel’s most beloved choral masterpiece: Messiah. Messiah transcends boundaries with its message of charity, peace, goodwill, and sacrifice. It also…
Find out more »Toronto International Ballet Theatre | The Nutcracker
Featuring Stars of the Bolshoi Ballet The classic charm and pageantry of The Nutcracker hits the stage in Toronto for a performance to remember. Share the stage with wonder as guest stars from the world-renowned Moscow’s Bolshoi Ballet Theatre, principal dancers Vyacheslav Lopatin and Anastasia Stashkevich, showcase their aerial and spirited dancing, supported by enchanting tapestry with custom-made costumes and set designs adorning the stage. Based on the classical version of the Nutcracker, which is performed by the world’s top…
Find out more »Attila Glatz Concert Productions | Bravissimo! Opera’s Greatest Hits
Looking for a glamorous way to start your New Year’s Eve festivities? For more than 10 years, Bravissimo! Opera’s Greatest Hits has been Toronto’s classiest New Year’s Eve celebration. Four world-class international opera stars take the stage with Opera Canada Symphony and Chorus. Brimming with arias, choruses, and duets from Turandot, La traviata, Rigoletto, Magic Flute, and more, each as everlasting as the tradition of New Year’s Eve, this concert is a romantic, sophisticated start to the evening’s festivities. The final bows will usher you out…
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Royal Conservatory | Blind Boys of Alabama Christmas Show
“Gospel titans” (Rolling Stone), the Blind Boys of Alabama have risen to fame with their thrilling vocal harmonies and roof-raising live show. This concert brings you songs from the Talkin’ Christmas! album, the band's Grammy Award-winning Christmas recording, Go, Tell it on the Mountain, and other Gospel classics. Tickets, here.
Find out more »Pax Christi Chorale | Children’s Messiah
Children’s Messiah introduces young audience members to a great choral masterwork and the joys of the collective live musical experience. The child-centred presentation inspires the youngest audiences in a one-hour interactive performance. Children are encouraged to sit up front to experience the intensity of orchestra and choir while soloists engage with them directly. Simple narration brings the story to life in young imaginations, and sing-along carols provide the opportunity for all to participate.
Find out more »Ottawa Bach Choir | A Bach Christmas
The first concert of the season features festive repertoire for Christmas by Bach, including the cantatas the choir will perform at Bachfest Leipzig 2020 (Meinen Jesum laß ich nicht, BWV 124; Ach Gott, wie manches Herzeleid, BWV 3; Was mein Gott will, das g’scheh allzeit, BWV 111), as well as the Christmas interpolations from the Magnificat, BWV 243 (Vom Himmel hoch, Freut euch und jubiliert, Gloria in excelsis Deo, Virga Jesse floruit), the celebratory motet, Singet dem Herrn, BWV 225, and more! This spectacular…
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Toronto Mendelssohn Choir | Festival of Carols
Experience the joy of John Rutter’s music, with a selection of his carol arrangements in their stunning original orchestrations, and works by Willan, Berlioz, Tchaikovsky, Vaughan Williams and others. As always, we invite you to add your voice to the popular audience carol sing-along, this year with full orchestral accompaniment. Choose from two nights.
Find out more »Tafelmusik | O Come, Shepherds
Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra with Vesuvius Ensemble Special guest: Tommaso Sollazzo, zampogna The joy of the holiday season shines with the pastoral warmth of the Italian countryside. For centuries, the sound of the zampogna, special bagpipes played by shepherds, has been a central part of Italian Christmas festivities. Now you'll hear this fabulous folk instrument in this concert blending baroque Italian Christmas concertos with the heartfelt Christmas music of Southern Italy, performed by Toronto's own Vesuvius Ensemble.
Find out more »Toronto Symphony Orchestra | Home Alone in Concert
The film is 109 minutes long plus a 20-minute intermission. Intermission occurs approximately 53 minutes into the film. Performers Constantine Kitsopoulos, conductor Resonance Youth Choir, (Bob Anderson, director)
Find out more »Exultate Chamber Singers | Holidays with a Twist
A merry romp through some festive favourites.
Find out more »Upper Canada Choristers | Christmas Fantasy
The Upper Canada Choristers (Laurie Evan Fraser, Artistic Director) presents a concert of carols through the ages, with special guest baritone Bradley Christensen.
Find out more »Toronto Classical Singers | Handel Messiah
Dec 8, 2019, 4pm Handel Messiah The most performed oratorio in the English-speaking world. The Talisker Players Orchestra Sheila Dietrich, soprano Lillian Brooks, mezzo Cory Knight, tenor Michael Nyby, bass
Find out more »Toronto Children’s Chorus | On Winter’s Night
Celebrate the holidays and sing along with the 65 choristers of the Toronto Youth Choir and The Salvation Army North York Temple Band. About this Event Warm-up on this winter’s night with some sing-a-longs that will be sure to spark the calmness and mystery that the season brings. The Toronto Youth Choir presents a collection of stunning seasonal music with The Salvation Army North York Temple Band, including holiday works by John Williams, Bob Chilcott and John Rutter.
Find out more »Soundstreams | Electric Messiah
Experience a theatrical reimagining of Handel’s masterpiece infused with jazz, gospel, blues, hip-hop, classical, and world music, complete with hypnotic dance. Never the same two years in a row, the intimacy of this performance creates a deep personal connection to universal themes of love, betrayal and redemption. Tickets, here.
Find out more »Tafelmusik | O Come, Shepherds
Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra with Vesuvius Ensemble Special guest: Tommaso Sollazzo, zampogna The joy of the holiday season shines with the pastoral warmth of the Italian countryside. For centuries, the sound of the zampogna, special bagpipes played by shepherds, has been a central part of Italian Christmas festivities. Now you'll hear this fabulous folk instrument in this concert blending baroque Italian Christmas concertos with the heartfelt Christmas music of Southern Italy, performed by Toronto's own Vesuvius Ensemble.
Find out more »Toronto Symphony Orchestra | TSO Holiday Pops
The TSO, luminous Canadian soprano Measha Brueggergosman, and a full chorus bring you a sleighful of festive favourites in a concert overflowing with holiday cheer. (Pictured: Measha Brueggergosman) The performance on December 12 will be conducted by Lucas Waldin. All other performances will be conducted by Steven Reineke. Performances are roughly two hours long, including a 20-minute intermission.
Find out more »National Ballet of Canada | The Nutcracker
Toronto’s favourite holiday tradition! Ballet companies all over the world perform The Nutcracker during the holiday season, each with a special take on the beloved classic. The National Ballet of Canada has one of the very finest versions in the world in James Kudelka’s staging from 1995, set in 19th century Russia. With non-stop dancing and magnificent sets and costumes from Santo Loquasto, The Nutcracker is an unforgettable tribute to the imagination.
Find out more »Amadeus Choir | Glorious Sounds of Handel: Messiah
Lydia Adams conducts the rich textures of the solos and the glorious choruses that will once again be celebrated as the Elmer Iseler Singers present Handel’s resplendent Messiah. We continue our tradition of presenting award-winning Canadian soloists, professional orchestra and choral richness. Special guest artists: ChoirThe Amadeus Choir SingersLeslie Fagen, Soprano Daniel Cabena, Countertenor Michael Colvin, Tenor Alexander Dobson, Baritone MusiciansPatricia Wright, organ Robert Venables & Robert DiVito, trumpets And Orchestra Buy Tickets Now!
Find out more »Elmer Iseler Singers | Glorious Sounds of Handel: Messiah
Lydia Adams conducts the rich textures of the solos and the glorious choruses that will once again be celebrated as the Elmer Iseler Singers present Handel’s resplendent Messiah. We continue our tradition of presenting award-winning Canadian soloists, professional orchestra and choral richness. Special guest artists: ChoirThe Amadeus Choir SingersLeslie Fagen, Soprano Daniel Cabena, Countertenor Michael Colvin, Tenor Alexander Dobson, Baritone MusiciansPatricia Wright, organ Robert Venables & Robert DiVito, trumpets And Orchestra
Find out more »Nathaniel Dett Chorale | An Indigo Christmas: Great Joy II – Around the World
Exciting new gospel arrangements of an assortment of carols and holiday tunes from countries including France, Canada, England, Ireland, Italy and Germany.
Find out more »Toronto Consort | Schütz’s Christmas Story
Celebrate the Yuletide season with one of the brightest musical jewels of early-Baroque Germany: Heinrich Schütz’s The Christmas Story, under the baton of Artistic Director David Fallis. We are thrilled to welcome back internationally-acclaimed English tenor Charles Daniels in the role of the Evangelist, together with a gloriously colourful band of recorders, cornetti, sackbuts, violins, violas da gamba, keyboards and theorbos. This Yuletide, step back in time and experience an endearing telling of the Christmas story, along with music by Schein, Scheidt and…
Find out more »Toronto International Ballet Theatre | The Nutcracker
The classic charm and pageantry of The Nutcracker returns to Toronto featuring some of the biggest international stars from the Bolshoi Ballet. Based on the classical version of the Nutcracker, which is performed by the world’s top ballet companies. Artistic Director Tatiana Stepanova has retained the ballet’s traditional beauty, enhancing it with her innovative vision and unique choreography. Bring the Holidays to Life Guest artists Anastasia Stashkevich and Vyacheslav Lopatin, principal dancers of the world-renowned Bolshoi Ballet will showcase their aerial…
Find out more »Royal Conservatory | Holly Cole: Happy Holidays
“Christmas Time is Here!” Jazz songstress and Canadian icon Holly Cole will ensure that you “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas”. Her legendary Christmas concert, full of much-loved standards alongside eclectic selections of songs, is a highlight of the holiday season! There is an intelligence and sophistication to Holly Cole’s singing that sets her apart. She can imbue standards and eclectic songs with an uncanny combination of sensuality, innocence, originality, and sheer musicality. She takes tunes everybody thinks they know and…
Find out more »Ontario Pops Orchestra | The Sounds of Christmas
Featuring: Gabrielle Turgeon, Soprano, Swansea Dance School and James Moffett (Canadian Composer) The Barber of Seville Charlie Brown Christmas Handel: Hallelujah Nutcracker Suite Featuring the Swansea Dance School Holiday sing alone O Holy Night Schubert: Ave Maria How the Grinch stole Christmas Mendelssohn: Italian symphony mov. 1st James Moffett- Orchestral Suite 2 (Canadian Composer) Tickets, here.
Find out more »Mississauga Symphony Orchestra | Highlights from Messiah
Join us for a concert of highlights from Handel’s masterwork oratorio, Messiah. The brilliant voices of our outstanding soloists and the Mississauga Festival Chamber Choir join the orchestra in selections which include the uplifting and iconic Hallelujah Chorus. HANDEL: Highlights from Messiah GUEST ARTISTS: ANGELA YOO, soprano LILLIAN BROOKS, mezzo-soprano ZACHARY RIOUX, tenor CHRISTOPHER DUNHAM, baritone Mississauga Festival Chamber Choir
Find out more »Toronto Children’s Chorus | A Chorus Christmas: Celestial Celebrations
Welcome the holiday season with the world-renowned Toronto Children’s Chorus in its annual concert. More than 400 choristers, plus the TCC’s Alumni Choir and the Toronto Youth Choir return to Roy Thomson Hall for an afternoon of festive favourites from around the globe. The Chorus is thrilled to welcome back artists from the Toronto Symphony Orchestra. Arrive early to hear the Alumni Choir perform carols in the lobby.
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