EDMONTON & AREA CONCERT LISTINGS
SUNDAY, 29 JAN 2012, 3:00 P.M.
Concordia School of Music | My Song is Love Unknown: A Journey from Epiphany to Lent
Holy Trinity Anglican Church (10037-84th Avenue), EDMONTON
The Concordia School of Music and its Chaplain’s Department present their annual hymn festival My Song is Love Unknown: A Journey from Epiphany to Lent at Holy Trinity Anglican Church (10037-84th Avenue, Edmonton) on Sunday, January 29 at 3:00 p.m. Concordia Concert Choir and the Chancel Choir of Holy Trinity will be led by Dr. John Hooper and Dr. John Brough, with narration by the Reverend Lorne Manweiler. The audience will be invited to participate in the singing of several hymns, both old and new. A free-will offering will be collected during the festival in support of the summer 2012 Worship and Music Symposium which will take place at Concordia University College of Alberta.
FREE
SUNDAY, 29 JAN 2012, 3:00 P.M.
Edmonton Metropolitan Chorus | Celtic Connections
Myer Horowitz Theatre ( 8900 114 Street NW), EDMONTON
The chorus presents the music of Ireland, Scotland , Wales, Isle of Man, Cornwall, Brittany, & Canada. Traditional songs such as Loch Lomond & The Ash Grove will be performed alongside others, such as the well-known ballad Danny Boy, plus Fare Thee Well Love & We Rise Again – the latter two famously recorded by Canada’s highly regarded folk music group The Rankin Family. The 120-member chorus is fortunate to be working with talented vocal coaches who will be performing some of the solos in this exciting show: Janet Smith (soprano), Marion McFall (alto), Caleb Harder Nelson (tenor) & Kyle Carter (bass). The chorus is accompanied by the vibrant pianist Remi Do. Keri Lynn Zwicker (Celtic harp), Lizzy Hoyt (violin), Jeff Saragher (cello), & Nathan McCavana (bodhrán) form the Celtic Players, who will be adding musical accompaniment (instrumentally & vocally) throughout the show.
TICKETS Adults: $15 advance; $20 at the door. Seniors & Students: $12 advance; $17 at the door. Children (12 & under): $6 advance; $10 at the door. Advance tickets are available through Tix on the Square or (+1-780-420-1757).
SATURDAY, 4 FEB 2012, 6:30 P.M.
Edmonton Columbian Choirs | Music of the Heart - Dinner and Auction
St. Basil’s Cultural Centre (10819 71 Avenue), EDMONTON
The evening will consist of dinner, silent and live auction, and performances by the Chanteuses
Ladies’ Choir under the direction of Heather Bedford-Clooney.
The Church, located on 96 Street, provides shelter, opportunities, spiritual guidance and
education to people in the community. It has a number of programs that give aid to troubled
youth and adults and help to promote a healthy, addiction-free lifestyle. The Choirs, currently
in their 47th Season, provide quality music education and performance opportunities for children
and adults of all religious affiliations. Although the cost of joining the choirs is very reasonable,
we sponsor anyone who cannot meet the financial commitment.
TICKETS $50, available by contacting Brenda at (+1-780-760-3270) or by brenada@shaw.ca. The last day to purchase tickets is Wednesday, February 1, 2012. If you are unable to attend and would like to donate to this
event, please contact Brenda.
SUNDAY, 12 FEB 2012, 2:30 P.M.
Pro Coro Canada | Canada, Meet Sweden
McDougall United Church (10025 101 Street), EDMONTON
Erik Westberg is an internationally recognized and much sought after choral conductor. He has won many awards including Choral Conductor of the Year by the Federation of Swedish Choral Associations. Erik was the founder of the project Choral Singing for peace and Justice; during the millennium celebrations, 8,000 choristers in 56 countries were involved in the project, which was seen and heard by the world's greatest television audience for choirs ever. Westberg, who is known for his creative approach to new music, will introduce some brand new choral repertoire to Edmonton.
TICKETS available through the Winspear Centre Box Office (+1-780-428-1414)
SUNDAY, 12 FEB 2012, 3:00 P.M.
A Joyful Noise | Songbird: Songs for Valentine's Day
Tegler Student Centre, Concordia University College (73 Street, South of 112 Ave), EDMONTON
A Joyful Noise choir proudly presents “Songbird: Songs for Valentine’s Day”. The choir will explore many aspects of love through a diverse range of music by Billy Joel, the Beatles, Cole Porter and others.
TICKETS $10 for adults/$8 for students and seniors (in advance). $15/$12 at the door. For information or tickets please e-mail info@ajoyfulnoisechoir.ca.
SATURDAY, 18 FEB 2012, 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Kokopelli Choir Association | Stories
West Meadows Baptist Church (9333 199 Street), EDMONTON
Kokopelli and Òran explore myth and mystery in this innovative concert.
TICKETS $20 ($15 Students)
FRIDAY, 24 FEB 2012 and SATURDAY, 25 FEB 2012, 7:30 p.m.
i Coristi Chamber Choir | Glorious Voices
Francis Winspear Centre for Music, EDMONTON
Guests of the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra, Bill Eddins, conductor, i Coristi Chamber Choir performs Bach’s Cantata 55 "Ich armer Mensch, ich Sündenknecht" and Poulenc’s spirited "Gloria" in the Winspear Centre.
TICKETS available through the Winspear Centre Box Office (+1-780-428-1414)
TUESDAY, 13 MAR 2012, 7:30 p.m.
Edmonton Columbian Choirs | Spring Bouquets
McDougall United Church (10025 101 Street), EDMONTON
A chance to hear both children and adult choirs sing sacred and secular favourites including works especially commissioned for the choirs by Canadian composers – sponsored by the Edmonton Chapter of the Knights of Columbus, CKUA Radio and Vue Weekly.
TICKETS $15, available by calling Beth at +1-780-430-6808
FRIDAY, 6 APR 2012, 7:30 P.M.
Pro Coro Canada | Good Friday at the Winspear
Francis Winspear Centre for Music , EDMONTON
The subscription season closes with the "Dean of Canadian Choral Conductors" Dr. Leonard Ratzlaff at the podium. Dr. Ratzlaff has been recognized in many ways, including the Order of Canada, for his contribution to choral music. Repertoire for this annual Good Friday concert will allow the audience to reflect on the true meaning of the Passion Season.
TICKETS available through the Winspear Centre Box Office (+1-780-428-1414)
FRIDAY, 13 APR 2012, 8:00 p.m.
Greenwood Singers | All Things English
All Saints' Anglican Cathedral (10035 103 Street) EDMONTON
In All Things English, the choir will take you on a journey that begins with the sacred and secular music of the Elizabethan age. This musical voyage will include part songs by Elgar and Vaughan Williams and lush arrangements of English folk songs. The program will conclude with lively selections from Cole Porter’s Kiss Me, Kate — the award-winning Broadway musical based on Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew. This concert is proudly presented by Snyder & Associates LLP, CKUA Radio and Vue Weekly.
TICKETS $20/18, available through Tix on the Square (+1-780-420-1757)
SATURDAY, 14 APR 2012, 3:00 p.m.
Kokopelli Choir Association | Songquest
Venue TBA, EDMONTON
Kikimasu and Shumayela travel around the world in song.
TICKETS $16 ($13 Students)
SATURDAY, 21 APR 2012, 7:30 p.m.
Edmonton Vocal Minority | Capital Cabaret
Unitarian Church of Edmonton
With special guests EKOSingers.
TICKETS $15/12
FRIDAY, 11 MAY and SATURDAY, 12 MAY 2012, cocktails at 6:00 p.m., show at 6:30 p.m., dinner at 8:00 p.m.
Edmonton Columbian Choirs | Night on Broadway
Royal Glenora Club (11160 River Valley Road)
An evening of Dinner and Cabaret. The evening includes dinner and concert by both children and adult choirs brining the best of Broadway for all to enjoy at the Royal Glenora Club choirs – sponsored by the Edmonton Chapter of the Knights of Columbus, CKUA Radio and Vue Weekly.
TICKETS TBA, available by calling Beth at +1-780-430-6808
SATURDAY, 12 MAY 2012, 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Kokopelli Choir Association | Colours of Spring
Convocation Hall, University of Alberta, EDMONTON
Take in the fresh sounds of spring songs.
TICKETS $20 ($15 Students)
SATURDAY, 12 MAY 2012, 7:30 p.m.
i Coristi Chamber Choir | Spirits
Holy Trinity Anglican Church ( 10037 84 Avenue), EDMONTON
Exploring the animating essence of the soul and the supernatural in Bach’s "Der Geist hilft unsrer Schwachheit auf", Fauré’s "Les Djinns", Martin’s "Songs of Ariel from Shakespeare’s ‘The Tempest‘", and other musical visions and shadows.
TICKETS available through Tix on the Square (+1-780-420-1757)
SATURDAY, 26 MAY 2012, 7:00 p.m.
Kokopelli Choir Association | Òran 10th Anniversary Concert
Venue TBA, EDMONTON
Òran's special 10th anniversary celebration explores a cappella through the ages.
TICKETS $16 ($13 Students)
SUNDAY, 4 JUNE 2012, 4:00 p.m.
Kokopelli Choir Association | Colours of Spring Encore
Sacred Heart Church (10821 96 Street), EDMONTON
Celebrate the season's successes with Kokopelli.
TICKETS $16 ($13 Students)
THURSDAY, 7 JUNE 2012, 8:00 p.m.
Edmonton Vocal Minority | A Touch of Goth
Westbury Theatre, EDMONTON
With special guest Darrin Hagen
TICKETS $15/12
FRIDAY, 6 JULY and SATURDAY 7 JULY, 2012
i Coristi Chamber Choir | Two-Day Intensive Choral Conducting Workshop
Strathearn United Church (8510 - 95 Avenue NW), EDMONTON
Offering two levels of classes that will run concurrently, this workshop is designed for both those
who have little or no experience as a conductor, as well as those who have some degree of training
and experience as a conductor who may want a “refresher” course. (See “Levels” on next page
for further information.)
In addition to group conducting classes, participants will receive individual coaching sessions and
individual podium time. Information sessions will be given on Vocal Production, Diction, Score
Analysis and Preparation, and Rehearsal Preparation and Procedure.
The workshop is being offered for people working with a wide range of singers, ranging from
children to adult, and from school to community and church groups. A maximum of 10 participants
per level will be accepted, based on the order in which applications are received.
For more information, please click HERE.