Classical - Percussion Ensemble

With their dazzling array of instruments and brilliant display of virtuosity, Percussiano 3 deliver all of the excitement of a percussion ensemble without losing the classical touch of a traditional concert.

The CBC’s storytelling host Tom Allen teams up with the Garneau String Quartet and harpist Lori Gemmell in A Poe Cabaret, a “gothic, intense and beautiful experience” which combines music with the fascinating and tragic life story of Edgar Allan Poe.

Marina and Janelle perform a compelling programme: Elles, a tour-de-force exploration of works by female composers from across the centuries.

Violinist Kerry DuWors and pianist Katherine Dowling capture the timeless stories of human experience with a Romantic program which transcends place, era, culture and circumstance and allows the spirit to sing.

It is a great privilege for artsPlace to present two varying concerts by the renowned Lafayette String Quartet in the months prior to their retirement in August 2023. Concert # 1 will feature the iconic Shostakovich Quartet No. 4 and other works to be announced.

It is a great privilege for artsPlace to present two varying concerts by the renowned Lafayette String in the months prior to their retirement in August 2023. Concert # 2 will feature the Mendelssohn string quintet with a guest appearance by violist Clayton Leung, and a special work by Edmonton-based Juno Award-winning composer Vivian Fung with the composer in attendance.

Young Artists

Canmore Pianist, Susanne Ruberg-Gordon returns with another edition of her Rising Stars showcase introducing the Bow Valley to Canada’s best young classical talent.

Calgary Opera returns to artsPlace by popular demand with another concert featuring the rising young opera stars from their McPhee Studio Artist program, performing popular arias and ensembles and hidden gems from the operatic repertoire.

Celebrate the versatility and warmth of classical strings with an intimate concert by two principal string players of the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra.