{"id":103091,"date":"2024-04-08T09:52:46","date_gmt":"2024-04-08T13:52:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ludwig-van.com\/toronto\/?p=103091"},"modified":"2024-04-08T15:53:19","modified_gmt":"2024-04-08T19:53:19","slug":"critics-picks-classical-music-events-absolutely-need-see-week-april-8-april-14","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ludwig-van.com\/toronto\/2024\/04\/08\/critics-picks-classical-music-events-absolutely-need-see-week-april-8-april-14\/","title":{"rendered":"CRITIC\u2019S PICKS | Classical Music Events You Absolutely Need To See This Week: April 8 \u2013 April 14"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Artists of Opera Atelier Ballet Rena Seeger, Eric Ce\u0301sar de Mell da Silva, Kealan McLaughlin, Xi Yi, and Julia Sedwick (Photo: Bruce Zinger); The Trinity Bach Project (Photo courtesy of the artists); Accordion duo con:trust (Photo courtesy of the artists)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This is a list of concerts we are attending, wishing we could attend, or thinking about attending between April 8 and April 14, 2024. For more of what\u2019s happening around Toronto, visit our calendar here<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Canadian Opera Company. Instrumental\/Vocal Series: Stories from the Front Lines of Music & Medicine<\/h3>\n

Tuesday, April 9, Noon
\nRichard Bradshaw Amphitheatre, Four Seasons Centre. Free, tickets required.<\/p>\n

A life crisis is a strong muse, and serious illnesses may bring out hidden emotions from the depth of the heart \u2014 or suppress. What thoughts go through people who are facing the edge of their lives? Music will interweave narrations from the front line of oncology and palliative care, from collections from individuals facing life-limiting illnesses, and from music therapist SaraRose Black, who walks with them through their colourful journeys. Stories will be told through vocal and chamber repertoire, drawing from Bach to Arvo Part and Beatles, with SaraRose Black, Andrew Ascenzo, and Tristan Savella. Info here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Array Space: con:trust<\/h3>\n

Tuesday, April 09, 7pm; doors at 6:45 p.m.
\nArraymusic, 155 Walnut Ave. PWYC, suggested price $5+, cash only.<\/p>\n

Toronto has an active scene of serious accordion music \u2014 which may come as a surprise to many. As a \u2018classical\u2019 instrument, large sections of accordion repertoire are truly avant-garde, exploring the dimensions that do not come up in folk and pop scenes \u2014 from the softest, barely audible whispers, to explosive, dense outbursts of sound. con:trust, an accordion duo featuring Marius Staible and Daniel Roth, from Germany, presents a rare one-night opportunity to hear the true versatility of the instrument. New commissions from Ren\u00e9 Hirschfeld, Matt Simon, Joshua Nu\u00f1ez, Jose Eduardo Mu\u00f1oz, and others, to be performed. Info here<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Opera Atelier: All is Love<\/h3>\n

Thursday, April 11, 7:30 p.m., Friday, April 12, 2:30 p.m., Saturday April 13, 7:30 p.m., Sunday April 14, 2:30 p.m.
\nKoerner Hall, $59+<\/p>\n

Dancers, actors, and musicians will fill Koerner Hall with a themed-program featuring works by Handel, Lully, Purcell, Rameau, Hahn, Debussy, and others. Centred around the local favourite, Measha Brueggergosman-Lee (soprano), musicians from Tafelmusik and additional vocalists will be led by David Fallis. Marshall Pynkoski\u2019s stage direction is always a joy to experience, as he creates a ravishing visual feast for the audience with costumes and brilliant set decisions. Limited number of $40 rush tickets are available two hours before each performance. Info here<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Sinfonia Toronto: Mozart\u2019s Spring<\/h3>\n

Friday, April 12, 8 p.m.
\nTrinity-St. Paul\u2019s Centre, 427 Bloor St. W. $20+<\/p>\n

Sinfonia Toronto presents a unique chamber orchestra program of both old and new. Opening the program is a world premiere of Prayer by Nina Grigoryan, followed by Canadian composer Marjan Mozetich\u2019s Concerto for Viola, Vibraphone and String Orchestra (a ST commission, premiered in 2013) featuring soloist Sharon Wei. More familiarly classical, Mercadante\u2019s Flute Concerto in E minor with Mario Carbotta, and Mozart\u2019s String Quartet: \u2018Spring\u2019, in a string orchestra version will round out the evening. A great way to experience the versatility of orchestra in an intimate setting. Info here<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Choir! Choir! Choir!: Epic 80s Sing-Along<\/h3>\n

Friday April 12, 8 p.m. Massey Hall.
\nSold out with the option of waitlist<\/p>\n

Come and experience the 80s all over again \u2014 or for the first time! Fresh choral arrangements of familiar classics will be sung \u2014 by Choir! Choir! Choir!, and\u2026you? They will share with the audience a sing-along version of the best of the 80s from Prince, Madonna and George Michael, so that we can all sing our hearts out. It is mega-popular and is currently sold out, but worth joining the waitlist. Info here<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Trinity Bach Project: Bach and Tallis<\/h3>\n

Saturday April 13, 7:30 p.m.
\nLittle Trinity Anglican Church, 425 King St. E. PWYC, cash, card, and tap accepted.<\/p>\n

Eleven voices, seven instrumentalists, with Bach, and Tallis. This young ensemble brings Bach and his relation to the divine to the public in an hour-long program drawing from the Lenten period music of English Renaissance composer Thomas Tallis, and from Bach. As we just passed the high point of Easter, TBP promises a chance to look back at the sombre temperament of Lent with BWV 131, Aus der Tiefen, Bach\u2019s first sacred cantata, with fresh joy in our hearts. Info here<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Toronto Symphony Orchestra: Bhangra & Beyond<\/h3>\n

Sunday April 14, 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 4 p.m.
\nRoy Thomson Hall. $23.<\/p>\n

TSO presents music and dance from Punjab, in three performances: a Relaxed performance, and two Young Peoples\u2019 Concert series, with guests Maritime Bhangra and Sanskriti Arts. Anticipate the pulse of Bhangra joy in your ears, and your eyes, as we see the joy of rhythm become real on the stage with fantastic dance \u2014 even better, you can join in from your seats. The first performance at 11 a.m., is a designated Relaxed performance, where neurodiverse patrons are welcomed to experience a concert in the manner that suits them the best, as need for self-expression has been considered and will be accommodated for every individual. 1:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. concerts follow. Info here<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Ancestral Harmonies: Maestro Irshad Kahn meets Hildegard of Bingen<\/h3>\n

Sunday April 14, 7 p.m.
\nTrinity-St. Paul\u2019s Centre, 427 Bloor St. W. $25<\/p>\n

Sitar maestro Irshad Kahn from England and singer\/harpist Andrea Gerhardt, are joined by Sadaf Amin (Santur: a hammered dulcimer), and Pedram Khavarzamini (Tombak: Iranian goblet drum), in an evening of ancient music from two different realms, drawing from tradition, spirituality, and improvisation. Expect a rich variety, from traditional ragas to Hildegard of Bingen\u2019s chants, and everything in between. A great chance to experience true cross-pollination in this diverse city of Toronto. Info here<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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