Summer Music Festivals

September 13 to 15
Wasaga Beach, ON

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Stonebridge Wasaga Beach BluesSince the first wave of legendary Blues performers crashed ashore in Wasaga Beach in 2010, Stonebridge Wasaga Beach Blues has exploded to become a world class destination embraced by both new and die-hard blues fans. Keep an eye on the Wasaga Beach Blues website for the updated schedule as performers are confirmed. Until then, expect nothing less than an insanely talented lineup of musicians to be burning up the two main stages. Stonebridge Wasaga Beach Blues 2019 is undoubtedly gearing up to outdo itself - once again. For the time being, perhaps it can be best described as a “hidden gem that features world class Blues, with an intimate venue with a casual and relaxed atmosphere.” It does not get better than that.

705-607-7744
www.wasagabeachblues.com
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July 15 to August 25
Stratford, ON             

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Stratford Summer MusicA world of music for everyone. Canadian and international musicians of excellence return to Stratford Summer Music for our 19th season of concerts and events with new artistic director, Mark Fewer. Featured artists include Amir Amiri, Tom Allen, Laila Biali, Isabel Bayrakdarian, Rémi Bolduc, James Campbell, Steven Dann, Simone Dinnerstein, Janina Fialkowska, Ben Heppner, Jodi Proznick, Stéphane Tétreault and Dave Young. Returning this year will be the newly branded “Friday Night Live at Revival” (formally the “Cabaret Series”), “Illustrated Musical Lectures” by Robert Harris, “Music for an Avon Morning”, “BargeMusic” and “Musical Brunches” at The Prune. Also, new series added this year include “Music and Health”, “Stratford Originals” and “Musical Families.” Visit our website or call our box-office for more information.

1-866-288-4313
www.stratfordsummermusic.ca
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June 27 to September 15
479 Queens Quay West, Toronto, ON

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Summer Music in the GardenThe popular “Summer Music in the Garden” concert series returns for its 20th season by the shores of Lake Ontario. Treat yourself to 18 free concerts this summer, featuring outstanding artists and a wide range of musical styles. Concerts take place in the Toronto Music Garden on most Thursdays at 7pm and Sundays at 4pm, and are approximately one hour in length. Bench seating is limited, so feel free to bring a blanket or lawn chair - and don’t forget your hat or umbrella and sunscreen as shade is also limited. Concerts proceed weather permitting. Please call our info desk for up-to-the-minute rain call.

416-973-4000
www.harbourfrontcentre.com/summermusic
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July 26 to August
Robert Gill Theatre, Toronto, ON

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Summer Opera Lyric TheatreSummer Opera Lyric Theatre (SOLT) continues its tradition of bringing the summer opera mini-festival to the city. This summer, SOLT concentrates on diversity and inclusion, comedy and tragedy, found in the great works for the lyric stage and the lessons we can learn about ourselves and those who we love.
The festival includes 3 operas: Verdi’s La Traviata, Canadian Team Davies and Benson’s Earnest, the Importance of Being, and the double bill of Puccini’s Gianni Schicchi and Vaughn Williams’ Riders to the Sea, performed by aspiring young artists. Music directors: Michael Rose, Suzy Smith and Jo Greenaway.
Tickets are available through the box office of St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts; single tickets are $28.

416-366-7723
www.solt.ca
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July 19 to 21
Waterloo City Centre, 100 Regina St. S, Waterloo, ON

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Sun Life Financial UpTown Waterloo Jazz FestivalThis annual music Festival in downtown Waterloo is free and features world class international, national and local jazz performers. Over the 3 days, we will feature a wide variety of music that will appeal to music lovers of all ages and tastes – from intimate solo performers to the high energy of rock/fusion; from traditional small ensembles to dynamic big bands and even electro-funk-rap. There will be something for everyone. After the performance, you can meet the artist and purchase their latest CD. Between sets, there are many interesting food and beverage options available onsite – enjoy a craft beer or your favourite wine with a variety of food from different vendors. Since we are downtown, you can also head to a local restaurant. Come and join us – it promises to be our best Festival yet!

519-394-0093
www.waterloojazzfest.com
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September 20 to 22
Owen Sound and Meaford, ON

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SweetWater Music FestivalSweetWater is all about ‘evolution’ for its 16th festival of world-class music. The 2019 festival will be artistic director Mark Fewer’s final one at the helm. He’s got a few musical treats left on his bucket list. The stellar line-up includes the SweetWater debut of world-famous countertenor Daniel Taylor, Adrian Butterfield, David Braid, Kenneth Slowik, and Rachel Brown. SweetWater’s next artistic director, violinist Edwin Huizinga, will also be a featured performer. Free, interactive activities include the family fav “Mozart for Munchkins”, community play-along “Classical Jam”, and string instrument showcase “Luthier Exhibit”, and “Luthier Performance” - moderated by Robert Harris. Friday night opening gala ($55) Saturday early evening concert and Sunday matinee ($40), late night jazz ($30). Festival pass (4 Concerts) $150.

519-371-2833
www.sweetwatermusicfestival.ca
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June 3 to 15
Toronto, ON

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Musicians from around the world gather in Toronto for the annual Tafelmusik Baroque Summer Festival, featuring the Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra and Chamber Choir, and presented in conjunction with the Tafelmusik Baroque Summer Institute. Join us for a series of five free concerts in Jeanne Lamon Hall, Trinity-St. Paul’s Centre; Walter Hall, University of Toronto; and Grace Church on-the-Hill. All concerts are open to the public. Tickets required for “Opening Night” on June 3 and “The Grand Finale” on June 15. For tickets and more information, visit our website.

416-964-6337
www.tafelmusik.org/TBSF

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Green Pages 2017

2017 SUMMER MUSIC GUIDE

Welcome to The WholeNote’s 13th annual Green Pages, an overview of summer festivals and events across the musical map – classical, jazz, opera, folk, world music and much more – in unique and beautiful locations across the country!

The summer of Canada’s sesquicentennial brings with it a diverse range of musical opportunities to choose from. Here you will find brief profiles of 47 distinct summer festivals and/or concert series, provided by the presenters themselves. These listings are published in the special summer listings section of our June 2017 issue, while our online version of this guide lives here, at www.thewholenote.com/green. Festival profiles have been supplemented with photos, videos, links to social media and more, and information will be updated on an ongoing basis.

You can also visit The WholeNote’s online listings at www.thewholenote.com/ask-ludwig where listings will be added through the summer, and you will be able to search by date, geographic location, genre, keyword and more.

We wish you a melodious and magnificent summer!

THE 2017 GREEN PAGES TEAM

PROJECT MANAGER: Karen Ages
PROJECT EDITOR: Kevin King
LAYOUT & DESIGN: Susan Sinclair
PROOFREADING: Sara Constant / Karen Ages
WEBSITE: Bryson Winchester / Kevin King

To join our Green Pages, or to ask for more information on the directory, contact karen@thewholenote.com or phone Karen at 416-323-2232 x26.

Green Pages 2018

2018 SUMMER MUSIC GUIDE

The WholeNote's 14th annual Green Pages provides an essential overview of festivals and various musical events across the province and beyond from June to August. For classical, opera, jazz, folk, world music and beyond – the Green Pages provides a summary for those looking to catch all of the musical happenings around the GTA and afar.

Here you will find 46 distinct festivals, described by the presenters themselves. Check here for the latest information – from interactive social media links to up-to-date descriptions of upcoming festival programs and more, on our ever-evolving online platform.

Enjoy everything musical and more this beautiful summer season!

The 2018 Green Pages Team

PROJECT MANAGER Karen Ages
PROJECT EDITOR Karen Ages
PROOFREADING Danial Jazaeri
LAYOUT & DESIGN Susan Sinclair
WEBSITE Kevin King

To join our Green Pages, or to ask for more information on the directory, contact karen@thewholenote.com or phone Karen at 416-323-2232 x26.

Green Pages 2019

2019 SUMMER MUSIC GUIDE

2409 GreenPages Cover WEBWelcome to WholeNote’s 15th annual Green Pages guide to summer music! Though the regular concert season is drawing to a close, there’s a lot happening in the coming months, with festivals from June to September, in Toronto, other parts of Ontario, and beyond. We hope you’ll enjoy perusing these pages, with profiles provided by the festivals themselves. There’s something for everyone, whether you love classical music, opera, jazz, folk and more.

The 2019 Green Pages Team

PROJECT MANAGER Karen Ages
PROJECT EDITOR Kevin King
PROOFREADING Danial Jazaeri
LAYOUT & DESIGN Susan Sinclair
WEBSITE Kevin King

To join our Green Pages, or to ask for more information on the directory, contact karen@thewholenote.com or phone Karen at 416-323-2232 x26.

Green Pages 2020

2020 SUMMER MUSIC GUIDE

Welcome to The WholeNote’s 16th annual Green Pages guide to summer music! To state the obvious, it is not "business as usual" this summer due to the pandemic. Nevertheless, we invited summer music festivals, the usual way, to let you know what they're up to and how they are adapting to the times. We've received the responses listed below, some to say they have cancelled outright, others to say they are offering live-streamed and other online events they hope you’ll tune in to, and still others to say “Like many of you, we don’t know what is coming next yet, but please stay tuned.” So have a look at the profiles presented here, to stay connected to the music you love and the creative artists and individuals who are pivoting to other platforms in these unusual times. Wishing you all a happy and healthy summer!

The 2020 Green Pages Team

PROJECT MANAGER Karen Ages
PROJECT EDITOR Danial Jazaeri
LAYOUT & DESIGN Susan Sinclair
WEBSITE Kevin King

To join our Green Pages, or to ask for more information on the directory, contact karen@thewholenote.com or phone Karen at 416-323-2232 x26.

Green Pages 2021

2021 SUMMER MUSIC GUIDE

Welcome to The WholeNote’s 17th annual Green Pages guide to summer music! To state the obvious, it is not "business as usual" this summer due to the pandemic. Nevertheless, we invited summer music festivals, the usual way, to let you know what they're up to and how they are adapting to the times. So have a look at the profiles presented here, to stay connected to the music you love and the creative artists and individuals who are pivoting to other platforms in these unusual times. Wishing you all a happy and healthy summer!

To join our Green Pages, or to ask for more information on the directory, contact karen@thewholenote.com or phone Karen at 416-323-2232 x26.

Green Pages 2022

2022 SUMMER MUSIC GUIDE

Welcome to The WholeNote’s 18th annual Green Pages guide to summer music! We invite summer music festivals to let you know what they're up to and how they are adapting to the times. So have a look at the profiles presented here, to stay connected to the music you love and the creative artists and individuals who are pivoting to other platforms. Wishing you all a happy and healthy summer!

To join our Green Pages, or to ask for more information on the directory, contact karen@thewholenote.com or phone Karen at 416-323-2232 x26.

Green Pages 2023

2023 SUMMER MUSIC GUIDE

Welcome to The WholeNote’s 19th annual Green Pages guide to summer music! We invite summer music festivals to let you know what they're up to and how they are adapting to the times. So have a look at the profiles presented here, to stay connected to the music you love and the creative artists and individuals who are pivoting to other platforms. Wishing you all a happy and healthy summer!

To join our Green Pages, or to ask for more information on the directory, contact karen@thewholenote.com or phone Karen at 416-323-2232 x26.

Green Pages 2024

2024 SUMMER MUSIC GUIDE

Welcome to The WholeNote’s 20th annual Green Pages guide to summer music! We've invited music festivals from across Ontario to let you know what they're up to this summer - there are festivals of all kinds and genres, from classical to jazz to opera and more! Have a look at the profiles presented here, to stay connected to the music and artists you love, over the summer months.

To join our Green Pages, or to ask for more information on the directory, contact karen@thewholenote.com or phone Karen at 416-323-2232 x26.

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