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February 2020
Esprit Orchestra | Electric & Eclectic
Electronic treatment of orchestral sound in concerts is rare so O’Callaghan’s multi-speaker, surround-sound blending of transformed orchestral sound with computer sound files radiates new sonic dimensions. Changing meters rapidly and scurrying all over the place, Adams’ score is riveting and full of surprises. Schnittke looms large in recent music history and his remarkable Concerto Grosso No.1 reveals the astounding vision and creative force of one of the greatest composers of the past century. John Adams (U.S.A.) — Son of Chamber Symphony (2007) for orchestra…
Find out more »March 2020
The Glenn Gould Foundation | James Rhodes The Beethoven Revolution
James Rhodes has played the world’s most prestigious venues in the UK, Europe, Asia, and South America. He has released seven albums, all of which topped the iTunes classical charts, and authored four books, including the newly released Playlist, a Millennial-friendly intro to classical composers. His best-selling memoir Instrumental, a brutally honest, moving, and compelling story, was almost banned until the UK Supreme Court allowed its 2015 publication (soon to be a major motion picture starring Andrew Garfield). A passionate champion for classical…
Find out more »Esprit Orchestra | Taiko Returns
Ishii demands physical power, delicate precision, emotional strength and willpower from our guest taiko drummers to make Mono-Prism the explosive conclusion of our concert. Goddard’s musical mastery extends to his performance as a pianist in what is, for the composer, a project of passion that Esprit is thrilled to foster. Astapov brings his Russian heritage to the fore in setting a text by one of today’s most important under-forty Russian poets. Croall’s presence as a performer brings a powerful Anishinaabekwe plea for…
Find out more »April 2020
Opera Atelier | Handel The Resurrection
Handel’s astonishing theatricality turns the story of the Resurrection into an operatic tour de force. The Resurrection details the events between Good Friday and Easter Sunday, with the timeless forces of darkness and light operating in both the earthly and celestial spheres. Our all-star Canadian cast brings this fully staged masterpiece to the glorious acoustics of Koerner Hall just in time for the Easter season. Tickets, here.
Find out more »Opera Atelier | Handel The Resurrection
Handel’s astonishing theatricality turns the story of the Resurrection into an operatic tour de force. The Resurrection details the events between Good Friday and Easter Sunday, with the timeless forces of darkness and light operating in both the earthly and celestial spheres. Our all-star Canadian cast brings this fully staged masterpiece to the glorious acoustics of Koerner Hall just in time for the Easter season. Tickets, here.
Find out more »Opera Atelier | Handel The Resurrection
Handel’s astonishing theatricality turns the story of the Resurrection into an operatic tour de force. The Resurrection details the events between Good Friday and Easter Sunday, with the timeless forces of darkness and light operating in both the earthly and celestial spheres. Our all-star Canadian cast brings this fully staged masterpiece to the glorious acoustics of Koerner Hall just in time for the Easter season. Tickets, here.
Find out more »Opera Atelier | Handel The Resurrection
Handel’s astonishing theatricality turns the story of the Resurrection into an operatic tour de force. The Resurrection details the events between Good Friday and Easter Sunday, with the timeless forces of darkness and light operating in both the earthly and celestial spheres. Our all-star Canadian cast brings this fully staged masterpiece to the glorious acoustics of Koerner Hall just in time for the Easter season. Tickets, here.
Find out more »Opera Atelier | Handel The Resurrection
Handel’s astonishing theatricality turns the story of the Resurrection into an operatic tour de force. The Resurrection details the events between Good Friday and Easter Sunday, with the timeless forces of darkness and light operating in both the earthly and celestial spheres. Our all-star Canadian cast brings this fully staged masterpiece to the glorious acoustics of Koerner Hall just in time for the Easter season. Tickets, here.
Find out more »Ludwig Van
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Sheku Kanneh-Mason — Elgar
Latest posts by Ludwig Van (see all)
- FEATURE | The Mandle Philharmonic — The Makings Of A Concert From The Ground Up - January 15, 2020
- Q&A | 20 Questions For Sheku Kanneh-Mason - January 14, 2020
- 2019 REWIND | The Best Classical Music And Theatre Shows Of 2019 - December 28, 2019
Ludwig Van
Listen Up
Sheku Kanneh-Mason — Elgar
Latest posts by Ludwig Van (see all)
- FEATURE | The Mandle Philharmonic — The Makings Of A Concert From The Ground Up - January 15, 2020
- Q&A | 20 Questions For Sheku Kanneh-Mason - January 14, 2020
- 2019 REWIND | The Best Classical Music And Theatre Shows Of 2019 - December 28, 2019
