International Resource Centre for Performing Artists (IRCPA) | In Conversation with Barbara Hannigan

By Ludwig Van on September 9, 2019

THE SCOOP | GRAMMY Award-Winning David Clayton-Thomas' Anti-Gun Anthem Censored By Facebook For Being 'Political'

By Anya Wassenberg on August 27, 2019

Can music change minds? This is the central question at the heart of a controversy surrounding a new song by iconic Canadian artist David Clayton-Thomas.

THE SCOOP | Canadian Composer Killed By Grizzly Bear In Northwest Territories

By Anya Wassenberg on August 22, 2019

The classical music world lost an innovative light when composer Julien Gauthier was killed in an attack by a grizzly bear in the Northwest Territories on August 15.

THE SCOOP | Toronto Mendelssohn Choir Narrows Down The Search For A New Artistic Director

By Michael Vincent on August 15, 2019

After a year of searching for a post-Noel Edison era Artistic Director, the Toronto Mendelssohn Choir has narrowed down the pool of applicants to three hopefuls.

GIVEAWAY | Enter For A Chance To Win A Trip To Prince Edward County To See Wellington Water Week!

By Ludwig Van on August 1, 2019

Ludwig Van presents an opportunity to win a trip to Prince Edward County to experience world-class music and theatre through Festival Players and Wellington Water Week music festival.

OP-ED | An Expert's Guide To Getting A Cello Onto An Air Canada Flight Unscathed

By Brian Yoon on July 30, 2019

Are you brave enough to travel with a cello? Victoria Symphony Principal Cello, Brian Yoon, shares the extraordinary steps he takes to fly with his prized cello on Air Canada.

THE SCOOP | Canadian Violinist Makes Sexual Assault Allegations Against Curtis Institute Teacher

By Anya Wassenberg on July 25, 2019

Lara St. John has gone public with sexual abuse allegations against a former teacher while studying at the Curtis Institute of Music when she was 14.

SCRUTINY | Classical Music All-Stars Shine At Toronto Summer Music Opening Night

By Joseph So on July 12, 2019

Toronto Summer Music opened last evening to a sold-out Koerner Hall. Judging by the enthusiastic ovations at the end, it was a night to remember.

PRIMER | A Guide To Getting The Most Out Of Stratford Summer Music

By Ludwig Van on July 12, 2019

Over 250 world-class local, provincial, national, and international artists will be taking the stage during the Stratford Summer Music festival's run from July 15 to August 25. Here's our quick guide to what you can expect.

MAJOR CHORDS | Exploring An Immersive Future In Classical Music

By Anya Wassenberg on July 9, 2019

A look at how virtual reality technology is opening up entirely new ways of thinking about, and experiencing classical music.