For the first time in over eight years, 2012 Honens Prize Laureate Pavel Kolesnikov returns to Calgary for this highly anticipated recital. Commended for his fresh and unexpected perspective on familiar pieces, Pavel is a sought-after soloist around the globe. Featuring waltzes, nocturnes, and mazurkas from Chopin and wrapping up with Schubert’s final Piano Sonata […]
From the prairies of Saskatchewan to sharing the stage with arguably the greatest and most influential guitarists of all time, Colin James still remembers the words of advice, “I’m opening doors for you – walk through them", given to him by the late, great, Stevie Ray Vaughan. James has taken those words to heart. His career has […]
The famous Davis Concert Organ will be featured front-and-center in The Organ Concert at The Winspear Centre with your Edmonton Symphony Orchestra. Jean-Willy Kunz, Organist-in-Residence with the Montreal Symphony Orchestra, joins young British conductor Kerem Hasan in a concert that’s full of musical variety. Hear Beethoven’s seventh symphony, brimming with enthusiasm and humour.
A romantic relationship that changed music history is coming to the stage. Leonard and Joni: the Untold Love Story explores the brief, passionate romance that Leonard Cohen and Joni Mitchell shared. Starring Joe Nolan and Dana Wylie, this immersive multi-media show includes a live band, stories, and chart-topping hits.
Join contemporary folk singer songwriter Claire Coupland (Victoria, BC) for an intimate house concert in Canmore. 7pm (doors at 6:30pm) More details coming soon to: www.clairecoupland.com/shows About Claire: A Humber Music graduate and former Toronto musician, she now resides back on the west coast and has been touring her music steadily since 2017. 2023 was […]
Music @ The Juniper's Spring 2024 series continues with Calgary-based singer-songwriters Justine Giles & Sarah Houston! Justine Giles, a Calgary-based singer-songwriter, fearlessly bares her soul in her latest single "Before It's Too Late," adding to her growing discography of emotive bluesy rock and heartfelt ballads. With national recognition on the rise through appearances on CBC […]
Four ferocious players, masterful composition and a genre-bending sound. Juno award-winning The Fretless is a Canadian quartet that has firmly taken its place on the map to a progressive form of “trad”. A supergroup of celebrated solo artists, The Fretless has been creating a singular and signature sound that dares to expand the idea of […]
Join contemporary folk singer songwriter Claire Coupland (Victoria, BC) for an intimate house concert in Priddis. 7pm (doors at 6:30pm) Tix $30, all proceeds go directly to artist on tour This is a concert held at a private residence, please email Jope for tickets, address and more information at: jopelang@gmail.com About Claire: A Humber Music […]
Vocal powerhouse and Calgary Phil favourite Capathia Jenkins returns with this exciting revue of soul and R&B hits! With lush arrangements played by the full Orchestra, savour her gripping interpretation of songs by powerhouse figures of soul such as Diana Ross, Toni Braxton, Adele, Sade, Amy Winehouse, and Anita Baker. This concert has an approximate […]
Presented by Northern Lights Folk Club Doors open at 7:15pm, music starts at 8:00pm! Hot and cold refreshments and packaged snacks will be available for purchase!
Admission by donation, Music begins at 11am. Jenny Allen: Dynamic folk rock, with a twist of rootsy blues. Outstanding vocals, instrumentation and strong penmanship have made this versatile performer a must see at major folk festivals and clubs throughout Canada and the US.
Join us for an evening of fun and entertainment! Dean Pengelly and Greg Germscheid will be performing live! Beef on a Bun will be served (included in ticket price) and drinks will be available for purchase. Doors open at 5 p.m., Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. and Music will kick off at 7:30 […]
Would you believe a whole film could be inspired by hearing one song? That's what happened when award winning Calgary Director Cam Chrisitansen was so moved by one musician’s song at Foot Hills Music Institute. It led to the film 'Echo of Everything' being created. Ziggy Ryerson will be playing on April 6 along with […]
Cherished by many, the Goldberg Variations are emblematic of keyboard virtuosity, rich expression and hardcore classical interpretation. Canadian pianist Sarah Hagen’s refreshingly imaginative and inventive approach to these wonderfully varied and emotionally differentiated works by Bach have been heralded for her vivid precision of touch, exquisite phrasing and perfect articulation of line. Hagen is one […]
Admission by donation, Music begins at 11am. Inspired by the Hillbilly and Western Swing music he heard as a child, Tim Williams absorbed late Fifties Rhythm & Blues and Rock & Roll, Hawaiian and Mexican music, early Sixties Folk, and Bluegrass “like a sponge” before discovering a passion for traditional blues styles which was fueled […]
Continental Treat Fine Bistro welcomes Terry McDade playing solo harp for your listening pleasure. Reserve online
Join us for the final concert of the series, featuring Julianne Scott (clarinet), Bianca Chambul (bassoon), Allene Hackleman (french horn), Hilda Cowie (double bass), and the Garneau String Quartet. The Garneau String Quartet was founded in the community of Garneau, Edmonton and is the quartet-in-residence at the Conservatory of Music. This year they’ve been facilitating […]
Pushing the boundaries of classical music, this unique blend of opera music, folk, and ethnic music influence will create an unusual mix woven together by the visionary composer Osvaldo Golijov. With Miriam Khalil’s beautiful vocal performance accompanied by an ensemble of virtuous musicians, this groundbreaking musical journey shows the power of music knows no bounds.
Trevor Panczak (pan*zak) is an award-winning country music entertainer from southern Alberta. His humour, smooth vocals, charming stage presence and energetic live show have all contributed to him becoming the headline act he is today. Canada’s 6’5” “Gentle Giant” is a singer/songwriter with farm roots and country music in his blood. Trevor is approachable, kind […]
Come for a matinee in the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra's Symphony for Kids series, with M is for Music, conducted by Cosette Justo Valdés. In this delightful introduction to the symphony, young Sarah explores the big questions: Where does music come from? And is orchestra music really for everyone? Let your imagination be captivated by the […]
Music @ The Juniper's Spring 2024 series concludes with an eclectic mix of folk, jazz and swing, featuring the Jeremy Gignoux Acoustic Ensemble! Jeremy Gignoux is ever oscillating between calling himself a violinist or a fiddler. Playing within those lines, he has developed an original sound and technique. His main project, the Jeremy Gignoux Acoustic […]
Tim will take the stage with his 5-piece band at the Ironwood Stage and Grill for the Calgary premiere of his new album ‘Prairie Fire’, Featuring original songs from ‘Prairie Fire’, the audience can expect an evening filled with live music, laughter, and unexpected moments. This historically inspired album delves into the lives and events […]
The ESO Robbins Pop Series presents Latin Fire. A passionate showcase of Hispanic orchestral music, featuring virtuosic fireworks by the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra. Conducted by Enrico Lopez-Yañez, this spicy program includes Lucia, El Cumbanchero, Bésame Mucho, Granada, and Libertango, plus music from Bizet’s Carmen Suite.
Twin Flames build bridges across cultures, continents and styles, and have been celebrated internationally for their blend of music, comedic on-stage banter and thought-provoking stories. Merging indie rock, synth rock and folk pop, the husband-and-wife duo create sonic soundscapes using Indigenous spirit flutes, traditional drums and western instruments. Their enticing musical arrangements and genuine love […]
Nightingale Arts Collective is excited to announce its first production, the Tony Award-winning The Bridges of Madison County, the Musical, in concert. It is being held at cSPACE Theatre on April 12 and 13th, doors open at 6:00 pm and show starts at 7:00 pm. Arrangements and Direction by John Goulart. Starring Stuart Howe, Meaghan […]
Friday, April 12th at the Blue Chair you can join US national fiddle champion Hannah King and Edmonton roots songstress Kaylin Kowalyshyn in the round sharing stories and songs with special guest John Hewitt on instrumental guitar. A Second Sunset Production. Reservations: 780 989 2861
Open for brunch at 10 am, music will start at 11am. Shaye Zadravec, a strong interpreter of music and lyrics, will put on an afternoon of music that travels through multiple genres with ease. Joined by Tim Leacock on guitar and harmony vocals, their performance will be the highlight of your day. Enjoy the show!
Acappella Road, Calgary's premier men's a cappella chorus, presents their celebrated annual spring concert with matinee and evening performances. With repertoire that includes a variety of popular, retro and choral favourites the chorus will have you humming along, tapping your toes and smiling throughout the concert. And you can expect a few chuckles too to […]
The event links song writers with visual artists to present a concert and a visual art exhibition. Either the art inspires a song or the song inspires the art. Ten singer/songwriters have spent three months creating a song, and ten artists have now created visual art works to respond to each song. It's a great […]
Every Saturday and Sunday, we fire up the irons and make some of the best Waffles, Frittatas and Huevos Rancheros this side of Bankview. Wash it down with a $7 Mimosa and you have yourself a great start to your day. All the while, enjoy the musings of great local and not so local live […]
Join us for a voyage to Spain, where exotic nights and infectious rhythms await. Be swept away by the mesmerising melodies of "Concierto de Aranjuez," Spanish composer Rodrigo's renowned masterpiece and one of the most iconic works for classical guitar, featuring Iliana Matos Vega. Also on the programme are de Falla’s "La vida breve: Interlude […]
World Premiere Performance Edmonton - Men's Ensemble is honoured to present the world premiere of Ukrainian War Requiem by two-time Grammy nominee Benedict Sheehan. Following the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the Axios Men's Ensemble commissioned composer and two-time Grammy Award nominee, Benedict Sheehan, to compose a Requiem to honour the countless […]
This is a celebration of the elementary music programs throughout the CBE schools. Seven elementary schools will be performing with ensembles of 35 to 55 students per school. The final performance will have all 300 students singing a final choral work to conclude the concert. Audience members are family and friends from the 300 performers […]
Join us for a 40th Anniversary Tour concert by Chicago Blues Hall of Fame, Australian born muso Michael Charles will take you through forty years and forty releases of music. The four hour non-stop concert overflows with precise, energetic, intense, original, and guitar driven contemporary blues, blues-based rock, and the soulful ballads of Michael Charles.
Travel through the trees and across the seas with Maestro Mouse and the Calgary Phil for New York Times best-selling author Dan Brown’s Wild Symphony, where you’ll meet a big blue whale and speedy cheetahs, tiny beetles, and graceful swans in this fun and refreshingly real orchestra experience for children of all ages. Artists JULIANE GALLANT conductor LISETTE XAVIER narrator […]
After a half-century run that has produced one of the greatest canons of song produced in the folk and country worlds, it is only fitting that tribute be paid to the talents of Ian Tyson. From his signature tunes in his early recording days of the sixties with his partner Sylvia (Fricker) Tyson, to creating […]
Join us for a 40th Anniversary Tour concert by Chicago Blues Hall of Fame, Australian born muso Michael Charles will take you through forty years and forty releases of music. The four hour non-stop concert overflows with precise, energetic, intense, original, and guitar driven contemporary blues, blues-based rock, and the soulful ballads of Michael Charles.
It’s the greatest album of all time – no, really! With over 38 million copies sold since its release in 1976, the Eagles album Their Greatest Hits remains the highest selling album of all time. Featuring hits from end to end, from “Take it Easy” to “Witchy Woman” to “Peaceful, Easy Feeling” to “Desperado,” the album was the first to ever […]
Door 7 pm, show 7:30 pm $30 in advance, $40 at the door A Saskatoon native transplanted to the Niagara Region of Ontario, Roots and Blues singer Suzie Vinnick is a 3X Juno Nominee, CFMA Award winner, and an 11-time winner of the Maple Blues Award for songwriting, female vocalist, acoustic act and more. Suzie […]
Join us for a 40th Anniversary Tour concert by Chicago Blues Hall of Fame, Australian born muso Michael Charles will take you through forty years and forty releases of music. The three hour non-stop concert overflows with precise, energetic, intense, original, and guitar driven contemporary blues, blues-based rock, and the soulful ballads of Michael Charles.
Swing Dance Calgary is so excited to be partnering with Bonnie Northgraves for an incredible night of live music! Bring your favourite pair of dancing shoes because you will want to be on the dance floor all night. We want to make this event accessible to more people so we will have a sliding scale […]
Zenon and Kayla Williams at Jam’s Diner as the musical guests for G*String: Bands and Burlesque. Doors at 7pm, Show at 8pm. Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 at the door
Alternative Folk Rock band, Shred Kelly, is coming to Edmonton for their album release tour joined by Megan Nash. About Shred Kelly: Emerging from the majestic landscapes of the Canadian Rockies, Shred Kelly is a powerhouse band that seamlessly blends elements of alternative, folk, and rock music. With a captivating live act that leaves audiences […]
Wendy Walker is Metis originally from Winnipeg Manitoba. Her Metis Roots extend to the Red River Metis Settlement of long ago. Ms. Walker has made Calgary Region 3/ Treaty 7 (Alberta) her home for many years. Wendy is an established Singer songwriter and has been a recognized Indigenous Artist for many years now. Wendy Walker […]
Wagner’s retelling of Norse mythology in Das Rheingold portrays universal themes of love and power, and the forceful music creates a grandeur unparalleled in opera. This is further magnified by positioning the entire eighty-piece orchestra and conductor on the stage with the cast and set. Buy tickets online
Presented by Northern Lights Folk Club Doors open at 7:15pm, music starts at 8:00pm! Hot and cold refreshments and packaged snacks will be available for purchase!
Be uplifted by the voices from nine choirs when you experience Three Hundred Voices, the finale concert of the Kantorei Choral Festival, western Canada’s premier choral music event. Hosted by the acclaimed Mount Royal Kantorei, it features guest choristers from across Canada, performing contemporary and classical choral masterpieces. Get tickets and info at tickets.mru.ca
Caroline Parke, Anna Somerville, Tammy Huggan, and Mikalya Bortscher will share an afternoon of heartfelt storytelling through song, at Bogani Cafe, Saturday April 20th, 2-4pm. All Welcome.
Fensala Hall Concert Series presents Suzie Vinnick on Saturday, April 20th, 2024. This is the last concert of the season, supporting the work of the Stephan G. Stephansson Icelandic Society in Historic Markerville. A Saskatoon native transplanted to the Niagara Region of Ontario, Canada, Suzie Vinnick is the proud owner of a gorgeous voice, impressive […]
The Relics are four seasoned performers still livin' the dream while performing a timeless repertoire of music. Jim Reader (guitar and vocals), Al 'Doc' Mehl (cello and vocals), Neil Henry (keyboard) and Doug Paddock (percussion). Enjoy an intimate evening of cherished songs. Tickets are available on eventbrite.
From the creative genius of Academy Award-winning filmmaker James Cameron and acclaimed National Geographic Explorer Brian Skerry, the Emmy-winning Disney+ original series Secrets of the Whales takes audiences on an epic journey into the lives of whales, revealing that they are far more like us than ever imagined. See highlights from the series alongside a 40-piece orchestra and live narration by celebrated musician, actor, and […]
Admission by donation Guitarist, singer, song-writer, entertainer; Steve Pineo is a multifaceted artist. Writer of hundreds of songs, his tunes have been covered by country artists Paul Brandt (Canadian Man) and Prairie Oyster (Too Bad For Me). Steve’s songs have also been recorded by blues artists such as Willie Mac Calder, Tim Williams and Harp […]
Continental Treat Fine Bistro welcomes Terry McDade playing solo harp for your listening pleasure. Reserve online
The JUNO Award-winning singer-songwriter has a new album of country ballads. And his long career in folk, roots, and alternative music demonstrates his talent and his independent spirit. He writes songs that tug on the heartstrings and help you ponder life.
Moon Coin Productions (Producers of ABBA Tribute “ABRA Cadabra") presents The Country Divas, a fun, interactive and entertaining stage show celebrating Country Music's most iconic female artists such as Patsy Cline, Dolly Parton, Shania Twain, Faith Hill, The Chicks & more! Featuring an all-female band, dancers, powerful vocals, costumes & multi-media, this show will have […]
Wagner’s retelling of Norse mythology in Das Rheingold portrays universal themes of love and power, and the forceful music creates a grandeur unparalleled in opera. This is further magnified by positioning the entire eighty-piece orchestra and conductor on the stage with the cast and set. Buy tickets online
As the studio follow-up to 2020’s Sad Hunk—an album beloved by the JUNO Awards and Ted Lasso music supervisors alike—Bahamas’ sixth full-length, BOOTCUT, was produced by Grammy-Nominated Robbie Lackritz (Feist, Jack Johnson, Peach Pit) and Dan Knobler (Allison Russell, Rodney Crowell); BOOTCUT was recorded in Nashville’s Sound Emporium. It features Jurvanen backed by a veritable […]
Alex Prior returns to the Winspear Stage to conduct the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra in The Wolf of Lafontaine: Song and Dance. Celebrate Canadian composers in a program that includes Chronos Vocal Ensemble and Ballet Edmonton.
Continental Treat Fine Bistro is pleased to welcome Terry McDade and his Harpe Jazz Quartet. Featuring Jeremiah McDade on Sax / Mike Lent on Bass / Dan Skakun on Drums and Terry McDade on Harp Reservations https://www.ctfinebistro.com/
This 12th collaborative operetta by the beloved pair is set in Venice and is rife with nobility, mistaken identities, royalty, young lovers married to the wrong people, commoners, wit, patter, a Cachucha and of course, Rapture! The Gondoliers tells the story of two charming Venetian gondoliers, who are informed that, due to an error of […]
The International Jazz Days Festival sees fantastic musicians at Calgary's best live music venues! The lineup includes French chansons by Tina Hartt, and a double bill when Calgary's Ginger Beef shares the stage with Montreal's Huu Bac Quintet. You can also hear the John Roggensack Quartet, and the Bonnie Northgraves Quintet featuring Benny Benack the […]
Wagner’s retelling of Norse mythology in Das Rheingold portrays universal themes of love and power, and the forceful music creates a grandeur unparalleled in opera. This is further magnified by positioning the entire eighty-piece orchestra and conductor on the stage with the cast and set. Buy tickets online
JUNO award-winning Métis songstress Celeigh Cardinal makes her ESO debut with orchestrations by conductor Lucas Waldin.
Join us for the return of Deep Love Revival in Calgary this spring! Join us for an evening filled with great music, delicious food, good vibes, and amazing company at High Line Brewing. Get ready to groove to the tunes of Deep Love Revival, featuring a special expanded band for this one night only! Put […]
The Sundre & District Allied Arts Society is proud to present Martyn Joseph on Friday, April 26th at the Sundre Arts Centre! The multi-award winning UK artist brings his new album, extraordinary musicianship, and unmissable solo performance to our welcoming theatre. For tickets and more information: https://www.sundreartscentre.com/martyn-joseph.html
John Roggensack, saxophone Jon Day, piano Jon Wielebnowski, bass Jon May, drums Calgary’s John Roggensack is a lover of Be-Bop, Blues and Ballads and has been known to obsess over Funk and Soul music occasionally. He has performed at pretty much every Canadian Jazz Festival there is and is deeply involved with the jazz education […]
JUNO award-winning Métis songstress Celeigh Cardinal makes her ESO debut with orchestrations by conductor Lucas Waldin.
Admission by donation Open for brunch at 10 a.m., music will start at 11 a.m.. Dive into Dror Pery's world and music, featuring fingerstyle, jazz, country, blues, covers, and originals. Dror is a blend of cultures, and my music reflects that diversity. Born and raised on a small Israeli farm, influenced the music style Dror […]
Presented by Rose City Roots Music Society Saturday, April 27, 8:00 pm. Tickets $30 (student $20). There’s no stopping the high energy five-piece funk group Carter & the Capitals. Born out of the bitter cold winters of Edmonton, Alberta, the Capitals light the stage on fire and keep everyone warm on the dance floor with […]
Admission by donation Suzanne de Bussac presents a potpourri of piano music ranging in styles from Cabaret to Gospel, Classical to Chanson, Garage Jazz to Art Rock. Infused with hints of Nina, Ella, & Billie, and peppered with Poole, Czerny, Concone… maybe even Mozart, the cover song portion of the show promises to be whimsical […]
Largest selection on the Prairie's of mostly used vinyl records, 45 rpm, cassette tapes and much more all for sale. 100 private vendors and shops from all over Western Canada. Everything from $1 records to hard to find first edition pressings. Music posters, rock n roll memorabilia, VHS movies, vintage T Shirts and stereo equipment. […]
The Valley Winds Music Association proudly presents “30 Years of Making Music”, featuring Choir Chordillera, The Concert Band, Men of the Mountains Choir and The Jazz Band. Come join us at the Banff Centre for an afternoon of music and song for all tastes, finishing with a grand finale performed by all four groups.
Bonnie's singing is smokey, rich, and explorative; her trumpet playing a call to the early jazz styles of New Orleans while being lyrical, intriguing, evolved, and playful. With one foot rooted in heritage and one foot leading forward she is an engaging musical powerhouse that is exciting, joyful, and chock full of personality. Tickets for […]
Hear Weber, Barber, Schubert, and Beethoven in a program featuring the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra and guest conductor Shiyeon Sung. Enjoy the artistry of Concertmaster Robert Uchida and the ESO, with poetic music that will sweep you off your feet. It's Schubert's Unfinished Symphony and other orchestral treasures. Find your tickets today at winspearcentre.com
The Drumheller Valley comes alive for two days of fabulous music! The twenty-ninth annual East Coulee Spring Fest takes place over three venues and features all kinds of music: blues, roots, folk, rock, acoustic, celtic, jazz, and country. Experience soul-nurturing music that rocks the badlands! This festival is a fundraiser for the East Coulee School […]
Fish Creek Concerts Jennifer Berezan is a unique blend of singer/songwriter, producer, and activist. Over the course of ten albums, her music has been shaped by her lifelong involvement in environmental, women’s, and justice movements as well as Buddhist practice. Though her songs often confront universal issues, her perspective is informed by a refreshing and […]
Bonnie Northgraves is a Canadian trumpeter, vocalist, pianist, and composer based in Vancouver, BC. Her singing is smokey, rich, and explorative; her trumpet playing a call to the early jazz styles of New Orleans while being lyrical, intriguing, evolved, and playful. With one foot rooted in heritage and one foot leading forward she is an […]
Be transported to the bright lights of the Great White Way and the glamour of Hollywood as the Calgary Phil celebrates the biggest musicals from stage and screen! From The Sound of Music and West Side Story to The Lion King and Moulin Rouge!, this dazzling showcase of Broadway’s greatest tunes is sure to get your heart soaring! This concert has an […]
Acclaimed Singer-songwriter Jennifer Berezan comes home. Alberta raised and California based, Berezan blends West Coast influences with Prairie sensibilities. Her albums have featured guests like Bruce Cockburn, and the Indigo Girls' Emily Saliers. Presented by Fish Creek Concerts
In partnership with Mount Royal Conservatory (MRC), Land’s End Ensemble is thrilled to commence their inaugural residency! As part of their residency, Land’s End Ensemble is excited to present a concert of new works that brings together our musicians and students of the MRC program. Land’s End Ensemble will be featuring works that explore a […]
A fundraising event for Southern Alberta Land Trust Society (SALTS). With performing Artists: Travelling Mabels LeRoy and Donna Anderson (formerly of the Tommy Hunter Show) The GrassBlue Band with (Steve Fisher) and The Pool Noodles. Food Trucks Contact (403)803-0913 for Tx $20 for Adults $10 youth/students
Hear new Canadian choral works and the music that inspired the Da Camera Singers. Composers Stuart Beatch, Jane Berry, and Allan Bevan, and Marie-Claire Saindon explore music that informs their creative process. Each of their new works will be paired with pieces that inspired them, from the Renaissance to the Beatles. Find tickets at dacamerasingers.ca
Admission by donation With a talented singer, a nimble fiddle player and a skilled guitar player, The Chosen Few’s harmonious voices and soulful melodies create an enchanting musical experience. And when the venue allows, they add a dynamic drummer elevating the rhythms to a whole new level!
As part of the O Mio Puccini Caro 2024 Edmonton tour, Cara and Emilio stop at the beautiful Santa Maria Goretti Centre, renaming Goretti Centre's traditional Sunday Pranzo into Puccini at the Pranzo for the occasion! This special event will combine a spectacular four course meal by Chef Patrick with three sets of sensational music […]
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