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Weekly Update – Covering May 29 - Jul 10, 2021

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DAILY LISTINGS

NEW!! May 28-30: Canadian Brass. Fearless Performance Seminar. Even professionals can face fears in performance. Canadian Brass’s own Jeff Nelsen, on giving your best performance: "... but fear isn't the problem. Negative results from our fears are the problems. Consistent performance success is less about a lack of fear and more about choices of focus." Whether you're a regular on stage, just starting out, or retired and considering dusting off your old instrument, Jeff's "Fearless Performance System" will give you the confidence to learn and experience performance preparation and execution on a new level. Visit Canadian Brass for info. ONLINE

May 28 8:00: collectif9. The Night of the Flying Horses. A film-concert transporting the viewers in five centuries of European musical traditions (Sapo Perapaskero, Taraf de Haidouks, François Couperin, and Osvaldo Golijov). collectif9. , . Get your tickets at https://thepointofsale.com/tickets/collectif9filmsconcerts Available on demand until June 13. ONLINE

May 29 2:00: SING! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival. Blank Canvas: Unlocking Creativity through Improvisation with Kevin Fox. Using the musical tools we already possess, this workshop demonstrates that when we let go and listen, we can all create music in the moment. Kevin Fox will guide you safely through this process of exploration using games and exercises to create a playful environment and introduce frameworks for improvisation. At the end, you’ll be invited to watch an interactive video and record your responses to it, which will be mixed together with the voices of all the other participants, culminating in a new musical work! Visit SING! for more information. $10; $5(st/arts workers/underemployed). Via Zoom. ONLINE

May 29 3:00: SING! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival. Get into the Groove: Vocal Drumming for A Cappella Groups with Jeff Smith. M-pact’s Jeff Smith will discuss, dissect, and demonstrate techniques and tricks of the trade for developing rock solid vocal drum grooves. Visit SING! for more information. $15; $7.50(st/arts workers/underemployed). Via Zoom. ONLINE

NEW!! May 29 7:00: Common Thread Community Chorus. We Will Rise All Together: A Virtual Concert. Eve Goldberg; Susanne Maziarz; Common Thread Kids; Isabel Bernaus, conductor. Visit Common Thread Chorus or email info@commonthreadchorus.ca. Free. Donations appreciated. Available until Jun 26 at 11:59pm EDT. ONLINE

May 29 7:00: SING! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival. Slaight Music SING! Toronto Collegiate A Cappella Competition: Semifinals. Collegiate groups from across the country vie for the Grand Prize — and national bragging rights — as our team of celebrity judges narrows the field from six groups to three. The “audience favourite” makes it to the finals, so don’t forget to vote! Visit SING! for more information. $10; $5(st/arts workers/underemployed). Via Zoom. ONLINE

May 29 7:30: Tesla Quartet. A Bartók Journey – Week 4. Bartók: String Quartet No.4 Sz91. Tesla Quartet; Nicholas Kitchen, 1st violin of Borromeo String Quartet, guest speaker. YouTube. ONLINE

May 29 8:00: Kindred Spirits Orchestra. Melodies of Emotion. Chopin: Piano Concerto No.1 in e Op.11; Mendelssohn: Symphony No.1 in c Op.11. Coral Solomon, piano; Kristian Alexander, conductor. Call 905-604-8339 or visit Kindred Spirits Orchestra or Richmond Hill Centre. $15. ONLINE

May 29 8:00: SING! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival. Global Voices:. M-Pact (US) and O-Kai Singers (Taiwan). Visit SING! for more information. $15; $7.50(st/arts workers/underemployed). Via Zoom. ONLINE

May 30 2:00: SING! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival. Be Fierce: On and Off Stage! With Stacey Kay. This workshop will be high energy, fun, and you will get the pump up you need to perform like Beyoncé every time. Visit SING! for more information. $15; $7.50(st/arts workers/underemployed). Via Zoom. ONLINE

May 30 3:00: SING! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival. Joy of Songwriting with Peter Eldridge & Lauren Kinhan (New York Voices). A workshop on the joys of songwriting, the clear paths of creativity and the occasional roadblocks, and how to get the muse going. For those new to the art form or skilled pros. Visit SING! for more information. $15; $7.50(st/arts workers/underemployed). Via Zoom. ONLINE

May 30 3:00: Trio Arkel. On Northern Shores. Works by Grieg, Röntgen and Walker. Marie Bérard, violin; Winona Zelenka, cello; Emily Kruspe, violin; Rémi Pelletier; viola. Visit On Northern Shores. ONLINE

May 30 8:00: SING! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival. SING! 10-Year Anniversary Special. Through interviews and concert footage, filmmaker (and a cappella singer!) Cailleah Scott-Grimes tells the story of SING! Visit SING! for more information. $10; $5(st/arts workers/underemployed). Via Zoom. ONLINE

NEW!! May 31 8:00: Array Music. Interstitial Space Event: Micro-Concert with Yaz Lancaster. Curated by Dan Tapper. Visit Array Music for info. Free. ONLINE

May 31 8:00: SING! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival. Survival in the Music Business with Suba Sankaran and Dylan Bell (Freeplay). Suba and Dylan moderate a panel with artists from across the musical spectrum who offer insider tips on how to prosper as a freelance artist. Panel includes Andrew Kesler from Accent, award-winning musician, composer, arranger, engineer, and producer based in Los Angeles; Lisa Patterson, multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, songwriter, performer, producer/engineer and educator; and Amanda Cornaglia, singer and broadcaster. Visit SING! for more information. Free. Via Zoom. ONLINE

Jun 01 8:00: SING! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival. Show Me The Money! There’s funding out there, and J-M, Dan and the funding panel will show you how to find it, with the inside scoop on grants, crowdfunding, sponsorships and more. J-M Erlendson (Countermeasure) & Dan Broome (Harris Institute and SING!). Visit SING! for more information. Free. Via Zoom. ONLINE

Jun 02 8:00: SING! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival. Self-Promotion 101 With Jim Norris (Canadian Musician Magazine). Talking about yourself isn’t always easy, but Jim’s knowledge and expertise will help you become your own best public-relations manager. Visit SING! for more information. Free. Via Zoom. ONLINE

Jun 03 1:30: Music in the Afternoon. CDA Celebration. Performances by Women's Musical Club of Toronto's Career Development Award recipients from 1990 until today. Works by Tartini, Telemann, Schubert, Lerner & Loewe, and others. Michael Bridge, accordion; Jeanie Chung, piano; Yegor Dyachkov, cello; James Ehnes, violin; Francine Kay, piano; Vincent Lauzer, recorder; Shannon Mercer, soprano; Blake Pouliot, violin; Charles Richard-Hamelin, piano. Visit Music in the Afternoon for more information. Free. On demand June 3-24. ONLINE

Jun 03 3:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. The Glenn Gould School New Music Ensemble: Abalone. Curated by Brian Current. Anna Höstman: Abalone for distanced ensemble. Students from the Glenn Gould School. Visit RCM Performance. Free. ONLINE

Jun 03 8:00: Sinfonia Toronto. Virtuosity. Prokofiev: Chamber Symphony No.1 Op.50a; Shostakovich: Chamber Symphony Op.118a. Nurhan Arman, conductor. Call 416-499-0403 or visit Sinfonia Toronto for more information. $15. ONLINE

Jun 03 8:00: SING! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival. Aca Night in Canada II. Celebrate the diversity of Canada’s a cappella scene, coast-to-coast-to-coast. Lady Cove Women’s Choir and Eastern Owl (NL); ScotianAires Chorus (NS); Octava Vocal Ensemble (ON); GCVI Chamber Choir (ON); Yonge Guns and Ripple Effect (ON); Those Guys (MB); 6 Minute Warning (AB); Fifth Street (BC); and Myriad Ensemble (ON) plus Elektra Women’s Choir (BC) and Friends; Patti Jannetta, host. Visit SING! for more information. $15; $7.50(st/arts workers/underemployed). Via Zoom. ONLINE

Jun 04 8:00: SING! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival. Freeplay Fridays & Friends II. Celebrate the diversity of Canada’s a cappella scene, coast-to-coast-to-coast. Alissa Vox Raw (solo live-looper) and the Ault Sisters (jazz/contemporary trio). Visit SING! for more information. $15; $7.50(st/arts workers/underemployed). Via Zoom.ONLINE

Jun 05 3:00: SING! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival. Flipping the Songbird: Singing Truth to Power with Alan Gasser. The Gasser-Whitla Family will lead a workshop in harmony singing on justice themes. People will be encouraged to sing-along from home, and the family will demonstrate the sounds of simple and clear community song. Having sung during the pandemic, on the street, with evening mini-festivals, that include children and other neighbours, the Gasser-Whitla family are no strangers to creating a community through the power of singing. Visit SING! for more information. $15; $7.50(st/arts workers/underemployed). Via Zoom. ONLINE

Jun 05 7:00: SING! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival. Slaight Music SING! Toronto Collegiate A Cappella Competition: Finals. Collegiate groups from across the country vie for the Grand Prize — and national bragging rights — as our team of celebrity judges pick the winner. Visit SING! for more information. $10; $5(st/arts workers/underemployed). Via Zoom. ONLINE

Jun 05 7:30: Tesla Quartet. A Bartók Journey – Week 5. Bartók: String Quartet No.5 Sz110. Tesla Quartet; Károly Schranz, founding 2nd violinist of the Takács Quartet, guest speaker. YouTube. ONLINE

Jun 05 8:00: SING! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival. Global Voices II: Rajaton (Finland) and Vocal Sampling (Cuba). Visit SING! for more information. $15; $7.50(st/arts workers/underemployed). Via Zoom. ONLINE

Jun 06 1:30: Toronto Early Music Players Organization (TEMPO). Virtual TEMPO Tea and Fundraiser. A variety of early music, jazz, folk, you name it. Also, a musical video and a chance to get some recorder music. Various members of TEMPO will be playing recorders, string instruments and possibly other instruments. Call 416-537-6611 or visit TEMPO for information. $10 suggested donation. ONLINE

Jun 06 2:00: SING! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival. Mapping the Body via Body Music with Keith Terry. Using the oldest instrument on the planet — the human body — we clap, slap, snap, step and vocalize our way through fun and funky, original and traditional rhythmic music. Body Music enhances the development of timing, phrasing, listening skills, independence, coordination and ensemble awareness. It is a useful tool for musicians, dancers and movers of all kinds, actors, DJs and film editors — anyone interested in deepening their rhythmic skills. Visit SING! for more information. $15; $7.50(st/arts workers/underemployed). Via Zoom. ONLINE

Jun 06 8:00: SING! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival. In Conversation with Cadence. Members of Cadence over its 22-year run will swap stories, share some laughs, and take questions from the audience in this live, interactive conversation. The show also features the presentation of the SING! Slaight Music Legacy Award to Cadence, and two brand-new (virtual) performances featuring all 11 members. Heather Bambrick (JazzFM), host. Visit SING! for more information. $15; $7.50(st/arts workers/underemployed). Via Zoom. ONLINE

Jun 07 12:15: Music Mondays. Tasty Tunes. Quartetto Gelato. Visit A440 Live for details. PWYC. Suggested donation $10. ONLINE

Jun 08 5:30: The Music Gallery. What Is Soul?: Singing on the Toilet. Series curated by Sanjeet Takhar. A one-hour vocal lesson on how to sing full from the confines of your apartment. Learn how to croon like the greats from your porcelain throne with dreamcastmoe. Visit Music Gallery for more information. Free. ONLINE

Jun 09 7:00: The Music Gallery. What Is Soul?: Touch of Soul - A Conversation with Eugene Tam & Raf Reza. Series curated by Sanjeet Takhar. A conversation with Eugene Tam, owner of Play De Record (for decades, Toronto's most crucial beat-oriented record store) and DJ/professional record store loiterer Raf Reza. Together they’ll explore the culture around music sharing. Visit Music Gallery for more information. Free. ONLINE

Jun 10 3:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. Music of My Life: A Conversation with Andrea Martin. Register at RCM Music of My Life. Free. ONLINE

Jun 10 5:30: The Music Gallery. What Is Soul?: Emoting Computer Music with Byron the Aquarius. Series curated by Sanjeet Takhar. Byron was raised on jazz piano and is now a techno & house producer. This one-hour workshop explores how he puts emotion into his music. Visit Music Gallery for more information. Free. ONLINE

Jun 10 8:00: Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra. Brandenburg Concertos. Elisa Citterio, director. Information at info@tafelmusik.org or call 1-833-964-6337. ONLINE

Jun 11 7:00: Bravo Niagara! Concert & Wine Tasting: Royal Wood. Royal Wood, singer/songwriter. Visit Bravo Niagara! for more information. On demand until June 18. ONLINE

Jun 11 7:00: The Music Gallery. What Is Soul?: Deep City Breaths - An Expansive Conversation About Soul and Toronto. Series curated by Sanjeet Takhar. A panel discussion curated by Anupa Mistry exploring how urban resilience, cultural exchange, and femme resourcefulness can liberate the soul of the city. Visit Music Gallery for more information. Free. ONLINE

Jun 11 8:00: Array Music. Virelai for Virus Days: Sandeep Bhagwati. Visit Array Music for details. Also Jun 12. ONLINE

Jun 12 Time TBA: The Music Gallery. What Is Soul?: Performance - Angel Bat Dawid + artist TBA. Series curated by Sanjeet Takhar. A special webcast performance & record release by multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Angel Bat Dawid, one of the leading lights of Chicago's avant-jazz, boundary-defying labels, International Anthem and The Village, the like-minded L.A.-based record label stemming from the work and legacy of the Pan Afrikan People's Arkestra. Visit Music Gallery for more information. Free. Time and artists TBA. ONLINE

Jun 12 7:30: Tesla Quartet. A Bartók Journey – Week 6. Bartók: String Quartet No.6 Sz119. Tesla Quartet; Gabriela Lena Frank, composer & guest speaker. YouTube. ONLINE

Jun 12 8:00: Array Music. Virelai for Virus Days: Sandeep Bhagwati. Visit Array Music for details. Also Jun 11. ONLINE

Jun 14 12:15: Music Mondays. Impressions. Works by Xinyan Li, José Rìo-Pareja, Chen Yi, Guillermo Lago, and Viet Cuong. aksəs quartet (Nicole Tse, soprano sax; Jesse Ma, alto sax; Christopher Jones, tenor sax; Jennifer Tran, baritone sax). Visit A440 Live for details. PWYC. Suggested donation $10. ONLINE

Jun 17-20: Montreal Baroque Festival. Liquid Architecture. A hybrid festival offering sparkling performances live from Mile End and Outremont or online, in the comfort of home! Performances of Bach as well as controversial transformations and stylish improvisation on Bach’s brilliant structures, theatrical music on watery themes, and new choreographies to baroque masterpieces! Also works by C. P. E. Bach, Schmelzer, Rameau, Couperin, Marais, Boismortier, Metis songs and more. Featured Quebec artists include baritone Jonathon Adams, soprano Myriam Leblanc, Autour de la flûte, Les Barocudas, Les Jardins chorégraphiques, Les Boréades, Ensemble Caprice, Les Voix humaines, Mélisande McNabney, clavichord, baroque cellist, Jessica Korotkin and the amazing Alexander Bjarne Belser on serpent. Visit Montreal Baroque Festival for information. LIVE AND ONLINE

Jun 17 3:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. Music of My Life: A Conversation with Steve Paikin. Register at Royal Conservatory Music of My Life. Free. ONLINE

Jun 17 3:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. TD Jazz: Tdot Special. Thompson Egbo-Egbo, Joanna Majoko with Andrew Marzotto, Alexis Baro Quartet, and Selcuk Suna Quartet. Free. Visit RCM Performance. Available after Jun 17. ONLINE

Jun 17 7:30: Music Toronto. Virtual Concert Series: Rituaels. A concert film featuring collectif9. . Visit Music Toronto. Free. ONLINE

NEW DATE!! Jun 18: VOICEBOX: Opera in Concert. Adriana Lecouvreur. Music by Francesco Cilea; libretto by Arturo Colautti. Sung in Italian with English subtitles. Natalya Gennadi, soprano (Adriana Lecouvreur); Julie Nesrallah, mezzo (Princesse de Bouillon); Tonatiuh Abrego, tenor (Maurizio); Evan Korbut, baritone (Michonnet); and other singers; Narmina Afandiyeva, music director/piano. Visit Opera in Concert: Adriana for info. $20. Available Jun 18-Jul 2. ONLINE

Jun 18 7:00: Pickering Village. Pickering Village Jam Fest Drive-in Concert. Cece Pastor and Word of Mouth; Boneyard; Ayden Jacobs Band; Free Label; Old Man Flanagan's Ghost. Ajax GO Station Parking Lot, 100 Westney Road South, Ajax. 416-723-7445. $22 per vehicle. LIVE EVENT!!

Jun 20 7:00: INNERchamber Inc. Souvenirs. Bernard Hermann: Souvenirs de Voyage for Clarinet Quintet; Beethoven: String Quartet in e Op.59 No.2. Peter Shackleton, clarinet; INNERchamber String Quartet (Andrew Chung, violin; Julie Baungartel, violin; Jody Davenport, viola; Ben Bolt-Martin, cello). Revival House, 70 Brunswick St., Stratford. Visit INNERchamber for information. $35; $10(st/arts workers). Pre-show 6:30pm. A light take-out meal is provided by Revival House for patrons living in Stratford. LIVE & ONLINE

Jun 21 12:15: Music Mondays. Chamber Music Concert. Alana & Leigh Cline, Celtic fiddle & guitar. Visit A440 for information. PWYC. Suggested donation $10. ONLINE

NEW!! Jun 22: Toronto Symphony Orchestra. Sarah Jeffrey Plays Mozart. Mozart: Oboe Concerto in C K314/271k; Mozart: Symphony No.29 in A K201/186a. Sarah Jeffrey, oboe; Jonathan Crow, leader. Visit TSO: Sarah Jeffreys for info or call 416-598-3375. Pay What You Wish with pre-set pricing options at $50, $20, and $10. Available until Jun 29. ONLINE

Jun 22 8:00: Kindred Spirits Orchestra. Bruckner's First Symphony. Prokofiev: Symphony No. 5 in B-flat Op.100; Tan Dun: Concerto for Piano and orchestra “The Fire”. Christina Petrowska-Quilico, piano; Bartosz Żurakowski, conductor. Call 905-604-8339 or visit Kindred Spirits Orchestra or Richmond Hill Centre for information. $15. ONLINE

Jun 24 8:00: Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra. Spotlight 15. Fifteen soloists and fourteen concertos are featured in this playful mix-and-match showcase of Tafelmusik’s artistry. Elisa Citterio, director. Email info@tafelmusik.org or call 1-833-964-6337. ONLINE

Jun 25 7:30: Upper Canada Choristers/Cantemos Latin Ensemble. To Sit and Dream. A concert of women composers. Dr. Rosephanye Powell: To Sit and Dream; Sarah Quartel: Snow Angel; Carlotta Ferrari: O Splendid Gem (arrangement of O splendissima gemma by Hildegard von Bingen); Vittoria Aleotti: Two Renaissance Madrigals; Elaine Hagenberg: The Music of Stillness; and other works. Laurie Evan Fraser, conductor; Hye Won Cecilia Lee, piano. Visit Upper Canada Choristers or info@uppercanadachoristers.org or call 416-256-0510 for information. Free. Donations welcome. Streamed from Grace Church on-the-Hill, Toronto. ONLINE

Jun 26 8:00: Array Music. Situated Sounds III: Sound as Contact. Visit Array Music for information. ONLINE

Jun 26 8:00: Kindred Spirits Orchestra. Grace, Fire and Beauty. Tan Dun: Concerto for Piano and orchestra “The Fire”; Prokofiev: Symphony No. 5 in B-flat Op.100. Christina Petrowska-Quilico, piano; Kristian Alexander, conductor. Call 905-604-8339 or visit Kindred Spirits Orchestra or Richmond Hill Centre for information. $15. ONLINE

Jun 28 12:15: Music Mondays. The Waters Unfolding at Daybreak. Giuliani: Preludes Op.83; Bach: Partita in b BWV1002; McDonald: The Waters Unfolding at Daybreak. Andrew Paul MacDonald, guitar. Visit A440 | A New Home for Classical Music for more information. PWYC. Suggested donation $10. ONLINE

Jun 30 7:30: Music Toronto. Virtual Concert Series. A new Haydn discovery. Lecture/demonstration followed by a complete performance of Hadyn: String Quartet Op.20 No.5. St. Lawrence String Quartet. Visit Music Toronto for more information. Free. ONLINE

NEW!! Jul 05 12:15: Music Mondays. The Nankunda Experience. Gloria Gift Nankunda, vocalist; Martin Kuwawi, guitar; Natalie Wong, violin. Visit A440 | A New Home for Classical Music for info. PWYC. Suggested donation $10. ONLINE

NEW!! Jul 09 7:00: Bravo Niagara! Concert & Wine Tasting: Stéphane Tétreault. Stéphane Tétreault, cello. Visit Bravo Niagara! for info. On demand until Jul 16. ONLINE

ETCETERAS

Arts@Home. A vibrant hub connecting Torontonians to arts and culture. Designed to strengthen personal and societal resilience through the arts. Visit Arts@Home to learn more about this exciting collaborative initiative. ONLINE

Soundstreams. Composer Spotlight: Melissa Hui. Watch two movements from Map of Reality for string quartet, Ecology of Being for violin and piano, and listen to (1) Lacrymosa for soprano, clarinet and piano; (2) And blue sparks burn for violin and piano; and (3) Come as you are for pipa and nine instruments at Soundstreams. ONLINE

ONLINE BLOGS

Toronto Consort. Explorer: Discovering the World of Early Music. Explorer is a blog for the curious; a place of learning, sharing, and community. This all-new offering will present an assortment of curated content in a range of formats, like original short- or long-form articles, original video and audio recordings, and educational content on relevant topics relating to Early Music, history, and world music, as they relate our beloved repertoire. Visit Toronto Consort for further information. ONLINE

ONLINE GROUPS

Recollectiv: A unique musical online meeting group made up of people affected by memory challenges caused by illness (such as dementia) or brain injury (stroke, PTSD, etc.) and their care partners. Volunteers of all ages also form part of the band, providing a positive intergenerational experience for all. Participation is free with pre-registration. Contact Recollectiv by email at info@recollectiv.ca for meeting times, information and registration. ONLINE

STILL AVAILABLE

Bravo Niagara!/AMP Worldwide. Live Broadcast: Romeros Quartet. Visit Bravo Niagara! for information. On demand until May 30. ONLINE

Capella Regalis Men & Boys Choir. Choral Concert. Bach: Easter Cantata: Christ lag in Todesbanden BWV4. Capella Regalis Men & Boys Choir; Ensemble Regale Chamber Orchestra; Nick Halley, director. Visit Capella Regalis Men & Boys Choir. Available on demand after May 1. ONLINE

Confluence Concerts. Gracias a la Vida: Celebrating Two Argentine Legends. Curated by Patricia O'Callaghan. A tribute to the music of two great Argentine artists. Astor Piazzolla, revolutionizer of the tango, would have celebrated his 100th birthday this year. Mercedes Sosa, born 14 years later, sang of freedom and human rights, and was hailed as “the voice of the voiceless". Payadora; Gryphon Trio; Patricia O'Callaghan, vocalist; Andrew Downing., bass; Anais Kelsey-Verdecchia; and others. Visit Confluence Concerts. Free. Available until May 22. ONLINE

Estonian Music Week. Memories of Home. Works by Heino Eller and Erik Kreem; Improvisation. Erik Kreem, piano. Visit Estonian Music Week or call 416-925-9405. Available after live streaming date. ONLINE

Music in the Afternoon. Rolston String Quartet. Haydn: String Quartet No.59 in g Hob.III:74; Grieg: String Quartet No.1 in g Op.27. Rolston String Quartet: Luri Lee, violin; Jason Issokson, violin; Hezekiah Leung, viola; Yoshika Masuda, cello. Visit Music in the Afternoon for details. On demand until Jun 2. ONLINE

Royal Conservatory of Music. The Glenn Gould School Vocal Showcase. Visit Royal Conservatory Live - Academic Performances. Free. ONLINE

Royal Conservatory of Music. Music of My Life: A Conversation with Paul Shaffer. Register at Royal Conservatory Music of My Life. Free. ONLINE

University of Toronto Faculty of Music. U of T Opera: Opera in Miniature. Wolf-Ferrari: Il segreto di Susanna & Mozart: Der Schauspieldirektor. Il segreto di Susanna - Juliana Krajčovič (Susana); Alex Mathews (Gil); Andrea Grant, music director/piano; Mario Pacheco, director. Der Schauspieldirektor - M Herz: Heidi Duncan (Mme Herz); Noelle Slaney (Mme Silberklang); David Walsh (Vogelsang); Vlad Soloviev, piano; Sandra Horst, conductor; Michael Patrick Albano, director. Visit Segreto di Susana & Schauspieldirektor. Free. ONLINE

University of Toronto Faculty of Music. U of T Opera: Opera in Miniature. Bizet: La Tragédie de Carmen. Mélissa Danis (Micaela); Elias Theocharidis (Don Jose); Alex Hetherington/Alessia Vitali (Carmen); Escamillo: Danlie Rae Acebuque/Luke Noftall (Escamillo); Sandra Horst, conductor & piano; Michael Patrick Albano, director. Visit Carmen (1st Cast)

University of Toronto Faculty of Music. U of T Opera: Opera in Miniature. Walton: The Bear & Hoiby: Bon Appétit. The Bear - Renee Fajardo (Popova); Nicholas Higgs (Smirnov); Andrea Grant, music director/piano; Mario Pacheco, director. Bon Appétit: Alexandra Fee, mezzo; Andrea Grant, music director/piano; Mario Pacheco, director. Visit The Bear & Bon Appetit. Free. ONLINE

Weekly Update – Covering May 15 - Jun 26, 2021

To submit relevant listings click here.

NOTE: All times are Eastern Time unless otherwise noted.

Listings are based on information sent to WholeNote in advance by event presenters. Includes listings for a future period of approximately six weeks. Listings will remain in the updates until the last day of availability. Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, some events may be cancelled or postponed. Please visit presenters' websites or contact them directly for updates. The deadline for the next weekly update is Tue May 18 at 6pm. Thank you for your understanding and stay safe!

DAILY LISTINGS

May 14 6:00: Confluence Concerts. Mandala: The Beauty of Impermanence. Curated by Suba Sankaran. Led by Sheniz Janmohamed, the artists include Larry Beckwith, Dylan Bell, Ed Hanley, Andrew Downing, Gordon Gerrard and others. Visit Confluence Concerts for information. Free. Available May 14-16. ONLINE

May 15 2:00: Hamilton Children's Choir. Anchored: Annual Spring (Virtual!) Concert. Nicola Winstanley: The Pirate's Bed. HCC Ensembles: Kolibro, Komenci, Esplori, Esprimas, Ilumini and Profunda. Visit Hamilton Children 's Choir for details. PWYC. ONLINE

May 15 7:00: Rezonance Baroque Ensemble. Universal Harmony. Chamber works by Bach & Vivaldi. Rezan Onen-Lapointe, baroque violin; David Podgorski, harpsichord. Visit Universal Harmony or call 647-779-5696. $10. ONLINE

May 15 8:00: Array Music. Array Ensemble – Baroque Reflections: Sheila Jaffé. Ligeti: Sonata for Solo Viola; Bach: Chaccone in d; Saariaho: Frises for violin and electronics. Sheila Jaffé, violin & viola. Visit Array Music for details. ONLINE

May 16 2:00: Confluence Concerts. The John Beckwith Songbook: Volumes I, II & III. Visit Confluence Concerts. Free. Available May 16-20. ONLINE

May 16 2:30: Intermezzi in Musica. Concert 5. Celebrating the birth of a new viola da gamba by Francis Beaulieu. Viol duos. Elinor Frey, cello; Mélisande Corriveau, viol. Visit Elinor Frey. ONLINE

NEW!! May 16 3:45: Wychwood Clarinet Choir. A Trip to Paris! The last Sunday of every month, the WCC releases a new concert video performance by The Wychwood Clarinet Choir, preceded by a live chat with Michele Jacot and Roy Greaves. Gershwin: An American in Paris. Visit Wychwood Clarinet Choir for information. Free. ONLINE

May 16 8:00: New Music Concerts. Broadcast: The Ice Is Talking. Works for violin & percussion by Georges Aperghis, Vivian Fung, Lei Liang, Sophie Dupuis, and others. Mark Fewer, violin; Aiyun Huang, percussion. Available on Facebook and YouTube. Visit New Music Concerts or call 416-961-9594. Broadcast links will be available closer to the date. ONLINE

May 17 7:00: Flato Markham Theatre. Virtual Concert: Boogie on the Blues Highway. Michael Kaeshammer, Randy Bachman, Colin James and others. Visit Flato Markham Theatre. ONLINE

May 17 8:00: Array Music. Interstitial Space Event. Curated by Dan Tapper. Phang Tran. Visit Array Music for information. Free. ONLINE

NEW!! May 18 8:00: Against the Grain Theatre. Adrianne Pieczonka on Against the Grain TV. Adrianne Pieczonka, soprano; Joel Ivany, host. Visit Against the Grain Theatre for information. ONLINE

NEW!! May 19-26: Centre musical CAMMAC Music Centre. BACH+ 2021: Virtual Edition. Special pricing is available on all BACH+ 2021 activities, for both CAMMAC members and non-members. Activities can be purchased individually from $30 and up, and all-access passes are also available from $155 and up. Details at CAMMAC online. ONLINE

NEW!! May 19 7:00: Collingwood Summer Music Festival. 2021 Season Preview. Works by Rachmaninoff and others. Daniel Vnukowski, piano; Dr. Duke Redbird, poet; Mayumi Seiler, violin; Jaden Benabdeslam, piano; Sultans of String, ensemble. Call 705-300-2405 or visit Collingwood Summer Music Festival Season Preview for information. Free. Q&A that follows event requires free RSVP. ONLINE

May 19 7:00: Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra. Tafel Talks: Joseph Bologne - Black & Classical. Panel discussion followed by a short Q&A. Dr. Christine Gangelhoff, Tanya Charles Iveniuk, and Patrick G. Jordan, moderated by Marlon Daniel. Visit Tafelmusik. $5. ONLINE

NEW!! May 20 3:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. The Glenn Gould School Vocal Showcase. Visit Royal Conservatory Live. Free. ONLINE

NEW!! May 20 3:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. Music of My Life: A Conversation with Paul Shaffer. Register at Royal Conservatory Music of My Life. Free. ONLINE

May 20 7:00: Confluence Concerts. Gracias a la Vida: Celebrating Two Argentine Legends. Curated by Patricia O'Callaghan. A tribute to the music of two great Argentine artists. Astor Piazzolla, revolutionizer of the tango, would have celebrated his 100th birthday this year. Mercedes Sosa, born 14 years later, sang of freedom and human rights, and was hailed as “the voice of the voiceless". Payadora; Gryphon Trio; Patricia O'Callaghan, vocalist; Andrew Downing., bass; Anais Kelsey-Verdecchia; and others. Visit Confluence Concerts. Free. May 20-22. ONLINE

May 21-23: Tkaronto Music Festival. Under the motto Artists for Artists, TKMF has curated a roster of established as well as up-and-coming Indigenous talent from around the world. Information available at info@TKMF.ca. Streaming on TKMF.ca. ONLINE

NEW!! May 26 6:00: Soundstreams. ASMR (Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response) and Mindfulness. We want to know: how you’ve been feeling, when you feel most at peace, what makes you laugh, what you are grateful for right now? Join singer/songwriter Robin Dann and fellow guest speakers composer Allison Cameron, ASMR artist Aayushi, and mindfulness-based facilitator Jeremy Finkelstein for a mindful look into the curation of a new audiovisual musical experience that calms, soothes, and inspires. Event lasts approximately 45 minutes and includes: a sneak peek into our upcoming Quiet Time show, an exploration of mindfulness with Jeremy Finkelstein, a performance from ASMR artist Aayushi, and a conversation around how we're all feeling these days. There's no pressure to join in the Zoom conversation, but there will be opportunities to ask questions and share your thoughts. Visit Soundstreams for information. ONLINE

NEW!! May 27 3:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. Zane Dalal Conducts the Royal Conservatory Orchestra with Zakir Hussain, John Patitucci, Danilo Pérez, and Brian Blade. Program: Improvisation with Zakir Hussain, John Patitucci, Danilo Peréz & Brian Blade; John Patitucci: Hypocrisy; Zakir Hussain: Peshkar. Zane Dalal, conductor; Zakir Hussain, tabla; John Patitucci, bass; Danilo Pérez, piano; Brian Blade, drums; Royal Conservatory Orchestra. Visit Royal Conservatory Live. Free. ONLINE

May 27 7:00: Magisterra Soloists. Viva Bohemia. Beethoven, Martinů, Smetana: Piano Trio. Martin Karlíček, piano. Museum London Theatre, 421 Ridout St. N., London. Call 519-615-0163 or visit http://www.magisterra.com. $30; $25(sr); $15(student with id); $10(child under 10); $85(young adult pass-30 years and under); $15(streamed tickets-adult). All tickets must be purchased in advance.

May 27: 7:00: Opera Atelier. Handel The Resurrection. A filmed presentation. Colin Ainsworth, Carla Huhtanen, Meghan Lindsay, Allyson McHardy, Douglas Williams, Artists of Atelier Ballet and musicians from Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra; David Fallis, conductor; Marshall Pynkoski, stage director; Jeannette Lajeunesse Zingg, choreographer. Visit Opera Atelier for information. From $25. ONLINE

May 27 7:30: Music Toronto. Virtual Concert Series. Mozart: Clarinet Quintet K581; David Bruce: "Gumboots". Carducci Quartet; Julian Bliss, clarinet. Visit Music Toronto. Free. ONLINE

May 28 2:00: VOICEBOX: Opera in Concert. Adriana Lecouvreur. Music by Francesco Cilea. Visit Opera in Concert. Available until Jun 11. ONLINE

May 28 8:00: SweetWater Music Festival. Up Close & Personal with Edwin Huizinga and Philip Chiu. Brahms: Sonata for Violin and Piano in G Op.78 No.1; Bolcom: Graceful Ghost. Edwin Huizinga, violin; Philip Chiu, piano. Details available soon. ONLINE

Jun 03 3:00: TD Jazz. Tdot Special:. Thompson Egbo-Egbo, Joanna Majoko with Andrew Marzotto, Alexis Baro Quartet, and Selcuk Suna Quartet. Free. Visit RCM Performance. Available after Jun 3. ONLINE

Jun 03 8:00: Sinfonia Toronto. Virtuosity. Josef Suk: Serenade; Vania Angelova: Polyphonic Miniatures; and a work by Verdi. Nurhan Arman, conductor. Streamed from Koerner Hall. $18.95. For more information, visit Sinfonia Toronto for details. ONLINE

NEW!! Jun 06 1:30: Toronto Early Music Players Organization (TEMPO). Virtual TEMPO Tea and Fundraiser. A variety of early music, jazz, folk, you name it. Also, a musical video and a chance to get some recorder music. Various members of TEMPO will be playing recorders, string instruments and possibly other instruments. Call 416-537-6611 or visit TEMPO for information. $10 suggested donation. ONLINE

Jun 07 12:15: Music Mondays. Tasty Tunes. Quartetto Gelato. Visit A440 Live for details. PWYC. Suggested donation $10. ONLINE

NEW!! Jun 10 3:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. Music of My Life: A Conversation with Andrea Martin. Register at RCM Music of My Life. Free. ONLINE

Jun 10 8:00: Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra. Brandenburg Concertos. Elisa Citterio, director. Information at info@tafelmusik.org or call 1-833-964-6337. ONLINE

Jun 11 8:00: Array Music. Virelai for Virus Days: Sandeep Bhagwati. Visit Array Music for details. Also Jun 12. ONLINE

Jun 12 7:30: Tesla Quartet. A Bartók Journey – Week 6. Bartók: String Quartet No.6 Sz119. Tesla Quartet; Gabriela Lena Frank, composer & guest speaker. YouTube. ONLINE

Jun 12 8:00: Array Music. Virelai for Virus Days: Sandeep Bhagwati. Visit Array Music for details. Also Jun 11. ONLINE

NEW!! Jun 17-20: Montreal Baroque Festival. Liquid Architecture. A hybrid festival offering sparkling performances live from Mile End and Outremont or online, in the comfort of home! Performances of Bach as well as controversial transformations and stylish improvisation on Bach’s brilliant structures, theatrical music on watery themes, and new choreographies to baroque masterpieces! Also works by C. P. E. Bach, Schmelzer, Rameau, Couperin, Marais, Boismortier, Metis songs and more. Featured Quebec artists include baritone Jonathon Adams, soprano Myriam Leblanc, Autour de la flûte, Les Barocudas, Les Jardins chorégraphiques, Les Boréades, Ensemble Caprice, Les Voix humaines, Mélisande McNabney, clavichord, baroque cellist, Jessica Korotkin and the amazing Alexander Bjarne Belser on serpent. Visit Montreal Baroque Festival for information. LIVE AND ONLINE

NEW!! Jun 17 3:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. Music of My Life: A Conversation with Steve Paikin. Register at Royal Conservatory Music of My Life. Free. ONLINE

Jun 17 7:30: Music Toronto. Virtual Concert Series: Rituaels. A concert film featuring collectif9. . Visit Music Toronto. Free. ONLINE

NEW!! Jun 20 7:00: INNERchamber Inc. Souvenirs. Bernard Hermann: Souvenirs de Voyage for Clarinet Quintet; Beethoven: String Quartet in e Op.59 No.2. Peter Shackleton, clarinet; INNERchamber String Quartet (Andrew Chung, violin; Julie Baungartel, violin; Jody Davenport, viola; Ben Bolt-Martin, cello). Revival House, 70 Brunswick St., Stratford. Visit INNERchamber for information. $35; $10(st/arts workers). LIVE & ONLINE. Pre-show 6:30pm. A light take-out meal is provided by Revival House for patrons living in Stratford.

NEW!! Jun 21 12:15: Music Mondays. Chamber Music Concert. Alana & Leigh Cline, Celtic fiddle & guitar. Visit A440 for information. PWYC. Suggested donation $10. ONLINE

NEW!! Jun 22 8:00: Kindred Spirits Orchestra. Bruckner's First Symphony. Prokofiev: Symphony No. 5 in B-flat Op.100; Tan Dun: Concerto for Piano and orchestra “The Fire”. Christina Petrowska-Quilico, piano; Bartosz Żurakowski, conductor. Call 905-604-8339 or visit Kindred Spirits Orchestra or Richmond Hill Centre for information. $15. ONLINE

NEW!! Jun 24 8:00: Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra. Spotlight 15. Fifteen soloists and fourteen concertos are featured in this playful mix-and-match showcase of Tafelmusik’s artistry. Elisa Citterio, director. Email info@tafelmusik.org or call 1-833-964-6337. ONLINE

NEW!! Jun 25 7:30: Upper Canada Choristers/Cantemos Latin Ensemble. To Sit and Dream. A concert of women composers. Dr. Rosephanye Powell: To Sit and Dream; Sarah Quartel: Snow Angel; Carlotta Ferrari: O Splendid Gem (arrangement of O splendissima gemma by Hildegard von Bingen); Vittoria Aleotti: Two Renaissance Madrigals; Elaine Hagenberg: The Music of Stillness; and other works. Laurie Evan Fraser, conductor; Hye Won Cecilia Lee, piano. Visit Upper Canada Choristers or info@uppercanadachoristers.org or call 416-256-0510 for information. Free. Donations welcome. Streamed from Grace Church on-the-Hill, Toronto. ONLINE

NEW!! Jun 26 8:00: Array Music. Situated Sounds III: Sound as Contact. Visit Array Music for information. ONLINE

NEW!! Jun 26 8:00: Kindred Spirits Orchestra. Grace, Fire and Beauty. Tan Dun: Concerto for Piano and orchestra “The Fire”; Prokofiev: Symphony No. 5 in B-flat Op.100. Christina Petrowska-Quilico, piano; Kristian Alexander, conductor. Call 905-604-8339 or visit Kindred Spirits Orchestra or Richmond Hill Centre for information. $15. ONLINE

COMPETITIONS

May 10-30: International Music Festival & Competition. Piano, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, harp, guitar, percussion, conducting, composition, chamber music, masterclasses. Jury members from University of Toronto, York University, Royal Conservatory of Music, Glenn Gould Professional School, and musicians from the Toronto Symphony Orchestra and the Canadian Opera Company Registration deadline: May 16. Visit International Music Festival, email office@intermusic.ca, or call 905-604-8854 for information. ONLINE

ETCETERAS

Ottawa Chamberfest. Chamber Chats: At Home / Chez vous. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2pm. Hosted by celebrated broadcaster/writer Eric Friesen. Interactive episodes combine chat with pre-recorded and live performances and feature guest artists and lecturers from all over the world. For information: 613-234-8008 or visit Ottaw Chamberfest. ONLINE

ONLINE BLOGS

ONLINE GROUPS

PODCASTS

The Glenn Gould Foundation. The Gould Standard. Visit Glenn Gould Foundation. ONLINE

WORKSHOPS

Array Ensemble. Young Composers’ Workshop & Concert. Jun 7–July 16, 2021. With Raven Chacon, 2020/21 YCWC Composer Mentor. Now in its 33rd year, this program is designed to benefit early-career composers of any age who have completed their basic studies in composition. Re-conceived in a virtual format for 2021, this year's workshop will focus on composition for solo instruments in three, two week sessions. Four composers will work intensively with mentor composer Raven Chacon to create new works for members of The Array Ensemble (Colleen Cook, clarinet; Lydia Munchinsky, cello; Rick Sacks, percussion; David Schotzko, Artistic Director) for a public broadcast on July 16, 2021. There is no tuition or fee for the program. Interested composers should apply via email to artdir@arraymusic.com with “Young Composers Workshop Submission” as the subject line, and include the following: Curriculum vitae; two PDF scores of previous works; two recordings as a download or online stream (Soundcloud, WeTransfer, dropbox, YouTube, Vimeo). Deadline: May 17, 2021. Successful applicants will be notified by May 24, 2021. More information at artdir@arraymusic.com. ONLINE

STILL AVAILABLE

Array Music. Living Room Talk: Joseph Petric. Continuing Array's Living Room Talks series, Canadian accordionist Joseph Petric talks about his solo performance on the Array Presents series. Joseph's first professional performance in Toronto was with Arraymusic 40 years ago this season. Joseph chats about this history of the accordion in Europe and North America and his long career commissioning new works from Canadian composers. Watch the interview at Array Music Living Room Talk. ONLINE

Esprit Orchestra. Soundbites: RBC Associate Composer/Conductor Eugene Astapov in Conversation with New Wave Composer Stephanie Orlando. Eugene Astapov sits down with composer Stephanie Orlando, whose upcoming Esprit commission will be premiered as part of our New Wave Festival. Find out more about Orlando's artistic processes and philosophies, and what she is currently working on for Esprit audiences! Visit Esprit Orchestra for details. ONLINE

Esprit Orchestra. Toothpaste: The Opera. Composer Alexina Louie and librettist/comedian Dan Redican created the mini-opera Toothpaste and subsequently teamed up with film director Larry Weinstein and Alex Pauk conducting Esprit, to turn it into a ground-breaking 6-minute opera for TV. Starring Barbara Hannigan and the famous Kids in the Hall comedian Mark McKinney (lip-synching to the wonderful voice of Doug McNaughton). Visit Esprit Orchestra for details. ONLINE

FabCollab. Women in Song: A Celebration of International Women's Day. Amanda Martinez featuring Canada’s Ballet Jörgen Dancers Adrián Ramírez Juárez and Akari Fujiwara; Jessica Hana Deutsch; Maryem Tollar; Tamar Ilana featuring Indigneous fancy shawl dancer Cotee Harper. Visit FabCollab. Free. ONLINE

Kingston Symphony. Finale of Beethoven’s Third Symphony (Eroica). Forty members of the orchestra perform the finale of the Eroica, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3 while in isolation in their homes. To view the virtual performance, please click Beethoven 3rd Symphony. For more information on the Kingston Symphony, please visit Kingston Symphony. ONLINE

New Music Concerts. Sonic Grace: An NMC Audio Diary. Lynn Kuo, Canadian violin virtuoso and Assistant Concertmaster of the National Ballet of Canada Orchestra has made her mark as one of Canada's most celebrated performers. Listen to Synchronisms No. 9 for Violin and Tape by Mario Davidovsky at New Music Concerts. ONLINE

Tafelmusik. Musik in Motion Video. Tafelmusik cellist Keiran Campbell performing the Prelude from Bach’s Cello Suite no. 1 in G performing on our home stage at Trinity-St. Paul's Centre in Toronto. We hope this video offers some solace until we can meet again, or, if you are new to Tafelmusik, gives you a taste of the intimacy and character for which our home venue performances are known. Visit Tafelmusik. ONLINE

Tafelmusik. Musik in Motion: Mozart Requiem Music Video. Alex McLeod is an artist concerned with “simulation and the transition of matter”. For our collaboration, he was drawn to Tafelmusik’s recording from Mozart’s Requiem: K. 626: III. Sequenz, 6. Lacrimosa—a piece which, in his own words, is “shrouded in mystery, re-imagining, and death—which are all elements that fuel the inspiration for my visual practice”. His undulating, mesmerizing, three-dimensional sculpture uses motifs of instruments, flowers, and linen, to communicate a transition between life and death, renewal and regrowth. Visit Tafelmusik. ONLINE

University of Toronto Faculty of Music. U of T Opera: Opera in Miniature. Massenet: Le Portrait de Manon. Sacha Smith (Aurore); Parker Clements (Des Grieux); Lindsay Connolly (Jean); Angelo Moretti (Tiberge); Vlad Soloviev, piano; Russell Braun, conductor; Michael Patrick Albano, director. Visit Portrait de Manon. Free. ONLINE

University of Toronto Faculty of Music. UofT Opera Student Composer Collective: Escape Room. Libretto by Michael Patrick Albano. Sandra Horst, conductor; Mario Pachero, director. Now available on Escape Room. ONLINE

Weekly Update – Covering May 8 - Jun 19, 2021

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NOTE: All times are Eastern Time unless otherwise noted.

Listings are based on information sent to WholeNote in advance by event presenters. Includes listings for a future period of approximately six weeks. Listings will remain in the updates until the last day of availability. Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, some events may be cancelled or postponed. Please visit presenters' websites or contact them directly for updates. The deadline for the next weekly update is Tue May 11 at 6pm. Thank you for your understanding and stay safe!

DAILY LISTINGS

NEW!! May 08 8:00: Array Music. Living Room Talks: Rat-Drifting Event. With Christopher Dela Cruz. Curated by Martin Arnold. Visit Array Music. Free. ONLINE

May 08 University of Toronto Faculty of Music. Spotlight on Diversity. Curated by U of T Opera Diversity Coach Korin Thomas-Smith. This initiative seeks to curate and detail the diverse and rich history that traditionally marginalized groups have in Classical music, and the contributions they have made and continue to make in the operatic world. The programme theme "Connection" is expressed in three ways. "Connection" as in the way we relate to others, to our space, and to the land we occupy. "Connection" that our diverse identities have with what is seen as a static and archaic art form, and "connection" of traditionally othered people to a musical future, but also to a developed past. Pre-registration is required for this free, pre-recorded concert. Visit U of T Faculty of Music for details. ONLINE

May 09 7:00: INNERchamber Inc. Souvenirs. Bernard Hermann: Souvenirs de Voyage for Clarinet Quintet; Beethoven: String Quartet in e Op.59 No.2. Peter Shackleton, clarinet; INNERchamber String Quartet (Andrew Chung, violin; Julie Baungartel, violin; Jody Davenport, viola; Ben Bolt-Martin, cello). Revival House, 70 Brunswick St., Stratford. Visit INNERchamber. $35; $10(st/arts workers). Pre-show 6:30pm. A light take-out meal is provided by Revival House for patrons living in Stratford. LIVE & ONLINE

AVAILABLE AGAIN!! May 10 7:00: Confluence Concerts. Walter Unger Salon: Aging and Creativity. Celebrated authors and educators Linda and Michael Hutcheon curate a salon based on their 2015 book Four Last Songs: Aging and Creativity in Verdi, Strauss, Messiaen, and Britten, focusing specifically on the late works of Olivier Messiaen and Leonard Cohen. Patricia O'Callaghan, soprano; Robert Kortgaard, piano. Visit Confluence Concerts for details. Available May 10-12. ONLINE

AVAILABLE AGAIN!! May 12 2:00: Confluence Concerts. A Celebration of Billy Strayhorn: Something to Live For. Visit Confluence Concerts for details. Free. Available May 12-14. ONLINE

May 12 7:00: Small World Music/Inara Arts. Hasheel: RaagRani. Presented as a part of Small World's Asian Music Series. Visit Small World Music. Free. ONLINE

NEW!! May 13 1:30: Music in the Afternoon. Rolston String Quartet. Haydn: String Quartet No.59 in g Hob.III:74; Grieg: String Quartet No.1 in g Op.27. Rolston String Quartet: Luri Lee, violin; Jason Issokson, violin; Hezekiah Leung, viola; Yoshika Masuda, cello. Visit Music in the Afternoon for details. On demand May 13-June 2. ONLINE

NEW!! May 13 7:00: The Music Gallery. Emergents IV: Room Tone - Workshop: Photogrammetry as Creative Archive. Curated by Sara Constant. A workshop and exhibit focusing on radical archival techniques and community building. Lilian Leung, leader. Visit Music Gallery Live or Music Gallery on Twitch for information. Free. ONLINE

May 13 8:00: Estonian Music Week. Memories of Home. Works by Heino Eller and Erik Kreem; Improvisation. Erik Kreem, piano. Visit Estonian Music Week or call 416-925-9405. Available after live streaming date. ONLINE

AVAILABLE AGAIN!! May 14 6:00: Confluence Concerts. Mandala: The Beauty of Impermanence. Curated by Suba Sankaran. Led by Sheniz Janmohamed, the artists include Larry Beckwith, Dylan Bell, Ed Hanley, Andrew Downing, Gordon Gerrard and others. Visit Confluence Concerts for information. Free. Available May 14-16. ONLINE

AVAILABLE AGAIN!! May 16 2:00: Confluence Concerts. The John Beckwith Songbook: Volumes I, II & III. Visit Confluence Concerts. Free. Available May 16-20. ONLINE

NEW!! May 17 7:00: Flato Markham Theatre. Virtual Concert: Boogie on the Blues Highway. Michael Kaeshammer, Randy Bachman, Colin James and others. Visit Flato Markham Theatre. ONLINE

NEW!! May 17 8:00: Array Music. Interstitial Space Event. Curated by Dan Tapper. Phang Tran. Visit Array Music for information. Free. ONLINE

NEW!! May 19 7:00: Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra. Tafel Talks: Joseph Bologne - Black & Classical. Panel discussion followed by a short Q&A. Dr. Christine Gangelhoff, Tanya Charles Iveniuk, and Patrick G. Jordan, moderated by Marlon Daniel. Visit Tafelmusik. $5. ONLINE

AVAILABLE AGAIN!! May 20 7:00: Confluence Concerts. Gracias a la Vida: Celebrating Two Argentine Legends. Curated by Patricia O'Callaghan. A tribute to the music of two great Argentine artists. Astor Piazzolla, revolutionizer of the tango, would have celebrated his 100th birthday this year. Mercedes Sosa, born 14 years later, sang of freedom and human rights, and was hailed as “the voice of the voiceless". Payadora; Gryphon Trio; Patricia O'Callaghan, vocalist; Andrew Downing., bass; Anais Kelsey-Verdecchia; and others. Visit Confluence Concerts. Free. May 20-22. ONLINE

May 27 7:30: Music Toronto. Virtual Concert Series. Mozart: Clarinet Quintet K581; David Bruce: "Gumboots". Carducci Quartet; Julian Bliss, clarinet. Visit Music Toronto. Free. ONLINE

May 27 8:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. Skratch Bastid with special guests Andrew Forde & re.verse. Call 416-408-0208 or visit RCM Music Performance. Free. ONLINE

May 28 2:00: VOICEBOX: Opera in Concert. Adriana Lecouvreur. Music by Francesco Cilea. Visit Opera in Concert. Available until June 11. ONLINE

May 30 3:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. Marc-André Hamelin. Call 416-408-0208 or visit RCM Performance. Free. Available until Jun 7. ONLINE

NEW!! Jun 03 3:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. The Glenn Gould School New Music Ensemble: Abalone. Curated by Brian Current. Anna Höstman: Abalone for distanced ensemble. Students from the Glenn Gould School. Visit RCM Performance. Free. ONLINE

NEW!! Jun 03 3:00: TD Jazz. Tdot Special:. Thompson Egbo-Egbo, Joanna Majoko with Andrew Marzotto, Alexis Baro Quartet, and Selcuk Suna Quartet. Free. Visit RCM Performance. Available after Jun 3. ONLINE

Jun 03 8:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. Discovery Concert Series: Glenn Gould School New Music Ensemble: Sometimes the Devil Plays Fate. Frehner: Sometimes the Devil Plays Fate (world premiere); Works by Bhagwati. Call 416-408-0208 or visit RCM Performance. Free. ONLINE

Jun 07 12:15: Music Mondays. Tasty Tunes. Quartetto Gelato. Visit A440 Live for details. PWYC. Suggested donation $10. ONLINE.

Jun 10 8:00: Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra. Brandenburg Concertos. Elisa Citterio, director. Information at info@tafelmusik.org or call 1-833-964-6337. ONLINE

Jun 11 8:00: Array Music. Virelai for Virus Days: Sandeep Bhagwati. Visit Array Music for details. Also Jun 12. ONLINE

Jun 12 7:30: Tesla Quartet. A Bartók Journey – Week 6. Bartók: String Quartet No.6 Sz119. Tesla Quartet; Gabriela Lena Frank, composer & guest speaker. YouTube. ONLINE

Jun 12 8:00: Array Music. Virelai for Virus Days: Sandeep Bhagwati. Visit Array Music for details. Also Jun 11. ONLINE

NEW!! Jun 14 12:15: Music Mondays. Impressions. Works by Xinyan Li, José Rìo-Pareja, Chen Yi, Guillermo Lago, and Viet Cuong. aksəs quartet (Nicole Tse, soprano sax; Jesse Ma, alto sax; Christopher Jones, tenor sax; Jennifer Tran, baritone sax). Visit A440 Live for details. PWYC. Suggested donation $10. ONLINE

NEW!! Jun 17 7:30: Music Toronto. Virtual Concert Series: Rituaels. A concert film featuring collectif9. . Visit Music Toronto. Free. ONLINE

COMPETITIONS

ETCETERAS

ONLINE BLOGS

ONLINE GROUPS

PODCASTS

The Glenn Gould Foundation. The Gould Standard. Visit Glenn Gould Foundation. ONLINE

WORKSHOPS

Array Ensemble. Young Composers’ Workshop & Concert. June 7–July 16, 2021. With Raven Chacon, 2020/21 YCWC Composer Mentor. Now in its 33rd year, this program is designed to benefit early-career composers of any age who have completed their basic studies in composition. Re-conceived in a virtual format for 2021, this year's workshop will focus on composition for solo instruments in three, two week sessions. Four composers will work intensively with mentor composer Raven Chacon to create new works for members of The Array Ensemble (Colleen Cook, clarinet; Lydia Munchinsky, cello; Rick Sacks, percussion; David Schotzko, Artistic Director) for a public broadcast on July 16, 2021. There is no tuition or fee for the program. Interested composers should apply via email to artdir@arraymusic.com with “Young Composers Workshop Submission” as the subject line, and include the following: Curriculum vitae; two PDF scores of previous works; two recordings as a download or online stream (Soundcloud, WeTransfer, dropbox, YouTube, Vimeo). Deadline: May 17, 2021. Successful applicants will be notified by May 24, 2021. More information at artdir@arraymusic.com. ONLINE

STILL AVAILABLE

Wychwood Clarinet Choir. A New Performance Video. The last Sunday of every month, the WCC releases a new concert video performance by The Wychwood Clarinet Choir, preceded by a live chat with Michele Jacot and Roy Greaves. This month we present two recordings both arranged by our own Roy Greaves. Prelude to La Traviata by Giuseppe Verdi, and the classic sea shanty, What shall we do with a Drunken Sailor. Visit Wychwood Clarinet Choir. Free. ONLINE

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AUDITIONS & EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY AWAITS: ST. JUDE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, OAKVILLE announces the search for a new Music Director, responsible for directing and further developing a vital music ministry to lead and empower the congregation in embodying the love of Christ through music that contributes to, supports, and enables worship. For more information visit www.stjudeschurch.net or email rectorsaintjudes@gmail.com

AUDITIONING INTERMEDIATE / ADVANCED VOCALISTS for Mostly Madrigals: 1-on-a-part a cappella ensembles. 1.5-hr zoomed workshops every 2-weeks. Coaching fee: $20/workshop. Contact Sheila. Call/text 416-574-5250.

LOVE TO SING IN A WELCOMING AND INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY? Pax Christi Chorale is auditioning singers in all sections to start the season with us in September. Check out our profile in WholeNote’s Canary Pages or go to www.paxchristichorale.org to read more about us. Auditions will be held in June and September.

BUY & SELL

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CLASSICAL RECORD AND CD COLLECTIONS WANTED. Minimum 350 units. Call, text or e-mail Aaron 416-471-8169 or A@A31.CA

FRENCH HORN: great instrument in excellent condition, hard case included. Selmer/Reynolds. mjbuell@gmail.com.

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INSTRUCTION

CELLO LESSONS with Dr. Dobrochna Zubek. 20 years of international teaching experience from beginner to college level. Contact: zubekdobrochna@hotmail.com More info @ http://www.dobrochnazubek.com

WAITING FOR CHOIR TO START AGAIN? Treat yourself to private sight-singing lessons on ZOOM. Call or text Sheila at 416-574-5250.

SERVICES

ACCOUNTING AND INCOME TAX SERVICE for small business and individuals, to save you time and money, customized to meet your needs. Norm Pulker, B. Math. CMA. 905-251-0309 or 905-830-2985.

DOG BOARDING (near Woodbine subway). Heading away for a while and can’t bring your favourite canine companion? I take just one dog at a time and give it a very special vacation. Your dog will pull you to my door on repeat visits! Call or text Sheila at 416-574-5250 or lilackayak@gmail.com.

HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES: eco-friendly cleaning, laundry, light gardening, pet care, in North York and Toronto. Visit riseholme-housekeeping.square.site or call Jane at 647 236-8499.

RESTORE PRECIOUS MEMORIES lost on old records, tapes, photos etc.? Recitals, gigs, auditions, air checks, family stuff. on 78's, cassettes, reels, 35mm slides etc?. ArtsMediaProjects will lovingly restore them to CD's or DVD's. Call George @ 416-910-1091.

Weekly Update – Covering May 1 - Jun 12, 2021

To submit relevant listings click here.

NOTE: All times are Eastern Time unless otherwise noted.

Listings are based on information sent to WholeNote in advance by event presenters. Includes listings for a future period of approximately six weeks. Listings will remain in the updates until the last day of availability. Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, some events may be cancelled or postponed. Please visit presenters' websites or contact them directly for updates. The deadline for the next weekly update is Tue May 4 at 6pm. Thank you for your understanding and stay safe!

DAILY LISTINGS

May 01 11:00am: Capella Regalis Men & Boys Choir. Choral Concert. Bach: Easter Cantata: Christ lag in Todesbanden BWV4. Capella Regalis Men & Boys Choir; Ensemble Regale Chamber Orchestra; Nick Halley, director. Visit Capella Regalis Men & Boys Choir. ONLINE

May 02 1:30: Elin Soderstrom. Bicinia!: Two-Part Didactic Music from the 16th Century and Beyond. Call 416-537-6611 or email info@tempotoronto.net. ONLINE

May 02 7:00: TD Niagara Jazz Festival. Twilight Jazz Series: 40 Years With Music. Vox Violins; Youth Performers Alex George and Dexter Frank. Visit 40 Years with Music. $15(adv); $19(on May 2); $29(dinner & show). Discounts available for musicians, arts workers and students. ONLINE

May 02 8:00: New Music Concerts. Broadcast: The Ice Is Talking. Works for violin & percussion by Georges Aperghis, Vivian Fung, Lei Liang, Sophie Dupuis, and others. Mark Fewer, violin; Aiyun Huang, percussion. Available on Facebook and YouTube. Broadcast links will be available closer to the date. ONLINE

May 05 7:30: Toronto Consort. A Stellar Evening of Premium Wine Tasting, Treats, and Musical Delights. Join wine and music enthusiasts for an incredible evening of guided tastings by Winemaker Adnan Icel. The Toronto Consort’s Artistic Associate Esteban La Rotta rounds out the evening with a great unveiling and musical demonstration of his latest lute acquisition. Visit Toronto Consort. $109 for a single package $175 for two packages (single delivery location required). Open to adults over 19 years of age. ONLINE

May 06 7:30: Art of Time Ensemble. A Singer Must Die. Works by Leonard Cohen: Anthem (arr. Andrew Downing); Come Healing (arr. Robert Carlio; Famous Blue Raincoat (arr. Jonathan Goldsmith); Dance Me To the End of Love (arr. Steve MacKinnon); Hallelujah, and others. Sarah Harmer, Gregory Hoskins, Steven Page, Sarah Slean, Tom Wilson, singers. Visit Art of Time Ensemble or call 647-344-2254. Free. Available until May 9 at 7:30pm. YOUTUBE

May 12 7:00: Small World Music/Inara Arts. Hasheel: RaagRani. Presented as a part of Small World's Asian Music Series. Visit Small World Music. Free. ONLINE

May 27 7:30: Music Toronto. Virtual Concert Series. Mozart: Clarinet Quintet K581; David Bruce: "Gumboots". Carducci Quartet; Julian Bliss, clarinet. Visit Music Toronto. Free. ONLINE

May 27 8:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. Skratch Bastid with special guests Andrew Forde & re.verse. Call 416-408-0208 or visit RCM Music Performance. Free. ONLINE

May 28 2:00: VOICEBOX: Opera in Concert. Adriana Lecouvreur. Music by Francesco Cilea. Visit Opera in Concert. Available until June 11. ONLINE

May 30 3:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. Marc-André Hamelin. Call 416-408-0208 or visit RCM Performance. FREE. Available until May 6. ONLINE

Jun 07 12:15: Music Mondays. Tasty Tunes. Quartetto Gelato. Visit A440 Live for details. PWYC. Suggested donation $10. ONLINE.

Jun 10 8:00: Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra. Brandenburg Concertos. Elisa Citterio, director. Information at info@tafelmusik.org or call 1-833-964-6337. ONLINE

Jun 11 8:00: Array Music. Virelai for Virus Days: Sandeep Bhagwati. Visit Array Music for details. Also Jun 12. ONLINE

Jun 12 7:30: Tesla Quartet. A Bartók Journey – Week 6. Bartók: String Quartet No.6 Sz119. Tesla Quartet; Gabriela Lena Frank, composer & guest speaker. YouTube. ONLINE

Jun 12 8:00: Array Music. Virelai for Virus Days: Sandeep Bhagwati. Visit Array Music for details. Also Jun 11. ONLINE

COMPETITIONS

ETCETERAS

MENTORSHIP PROGRAMS

May 01 11am-1pm: Bridge & Wolak Music Mentorship Program. In partnership with Queens University, The Isabel and The DAN School of Drama and Music. This program was founded by Michael Bridge and Kornel Wolak, internationally acclaimed music and comedy duo who have performed on stages around the world. Whether it is video game music, world music, audio engineering, neuroscience in the mind or beyond, the Bridge and Wolak Music Mentorship sessions will open your eyes to the incredible career possibilities for musicians! Deadline for applications is flexible. Visit Bridge & Wolak for more information. Cost (if applicable): $295. One-on-one coaching with either Kornel Wolak or Michael Bridge: $100.

ONLINE BLOGS

ONLINE GROUPS

PODCASTS

The Glenn Gould Foundation. The Gould Standard. Visit Glenn Gould Foundation. ONLINE

WORKSHOPS

STILL AVAILABLE

Live, Online, Streamed, ETCetera - UPDATE Apr 23, 2021

To submit relevant listings click here.

NOTE: All times are Eastern Time unless otherwise noted.

Listings are based on information sent to WholeNote in advance by event presenters. Includes listings for a future period of approximately six weeks. Listings will remain in the updates until the last day of availability. Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, some events may be cancelled or postponed. Please visit presenters' websites or contact them directly for updates. The deadline for the next weekly update is Tue Apr 28 at 6pm. Thank you for your understanding and stay safe!

DAILY LISTINGS

Apr 23 7:30: Heliconian Club. Alone Together. Musical styles from classical to jazz and from Persia to the Baltic Sea. Call 416-922-3618 or visit Heliconian Club. $15. Available until Apr 30. ONLINE

Apr 23 7:30: University of Toronto Faculty of Music. U of T Opera: Opera in Miniature. Wolf-Ferrari: Il segreto di Susanna & Mozart: Der Schauspieldirektor. Il segreto di Susanna - Juliana Krajčovič (Susana); Alex Mathews (Gil); Andrea Grant, music director/piano; Mario Pacheco, director. Der Schauspieldirektor - M Herz: Heidi Duncan (Mme Herz); Noelle Slaney (Mme Silberklang); David Walsh (Vogelsang); Vlad Soloviev, piano; Sandra Horst, conductor; Michael Patrick Albano, director. Visit U of T Opera Productions. Free. Zoom link will be provided closer to the date. ONLINE

Apr 24 Hugh's Room. Madison Violet. Brenley MacEachern and Lisa MacIsaac, singers/songwriters. Visit Madison Violet. ONLINE.

Apr 24 2:30: University of Toronto Faculty of Music. U of T Opera: Opera in Miniature. Bizet: La Tragédie de Carmen. Mélissa Danis (Micaela); Elias Theocharidis (Don Jose); Alex Hetherington/Alessia Vitali (Carmen); Escamillo: Danlie Rae Acebuque/Luke Noftall (Escamillo); Sandra Horst, conductor & piano; Michael Patrick Albano, director. Visit U of T Opera Productions. Free. Zoom link will be provided closer to the date. Also Apr 25. ONLINE

NEW DATE!! Apr 24 7:00: Confluence Concerts. Gracias a la Vida: Celebrating Two Argentine Legends. Curated by Patricia O'Callaghan. A tribute to the music of two great Argentine artists. Astor Piazzolla, revolutionizer of the tango, would have celebrated his 100th birthday this year. Mercedes Sosa, born 14 years later, sang of freedom and human rights, and was hailed as “the voice of the voiceless". Payadora; Gryphon Trio; Patricia O'Callaghan, vocalist; Andrew Downing., bass; Anais Kelsey-Verdecchia; and others. Visit Gracias a la Vida. Free. ONLINE

Apr 24 7:30: University of Toronto Faculty of Music. U of T Opera: Opera in Miniature. Walton: The Bear & Hoiby: Bon Appétit. The Bear - Renee Fajardo (Popova); Nicholas Higgs (Smirnov); TBA (Luka); Andrea Grant, music director/piano; Mario Pacheco, director. Bon Appétit: Alexandra Fee, mezzo; Andrea Grant, music director/piano; Mario Pacheco, director. Visit U of T Opera Productions. Free. Zoom link will be provided closer to the date. ONLINE

Apr 24 8:00: Array Music. Array Ensemble – Baroque Reflections: Sheila Jaffé. Ligeti: Sonata for Solo Viola; Bach: Chaccone in d; Saariaho: Frises for violin and electronics. Sheila Jaffé, violin & viola. Visit Baroque Reflections. ONLINE

Apr 24 8:00: Tapestry Opera/The Piano Lunaire. A Joke Before the Gallows. Libretto by David James Brock. Chopin: Four Scherzi. Adam Sherkin, piano; Tom Diamond, director. Visit Tapestry Opera. Free. ONLINE

Apr 25 2:30: University of Toronto Faculty of Music. U of T Opera: Opera in Miniature. Bizet: La Tragédie de Carmen. Mélissa Danis (Micaela); Elias Theocharidis (Don Jose); Alex Hetherington / Alessia Vitali (Carmen); Escamillo: Danlie Rae Acebuque / Luke Noftall (Escamillo); Sandra Horst, conductor & piano; Michael Patrick Albano, director. Visit U of T Opera Productions. Free. Zoom link will be provided closer to the date. Also Apr 24. ONLINE

NEW!! Apr 25 3:45: Wychwood Clarinet Choir. A New Performance Video. The last Sunday of every month, the WCC releases a new concert video performance by The Wychwood Clarinet Choir, preceded by a live chat with Michele Jacot and Roy Greaves. Mary Ann from Canadian Folk Song Suite. Visit Wychwood Clarinet Choir. Free. Livestream. ONLINE

Apr 27 7:00: Small World Music/Inara Arts. Parikrantri. Presented as a part of Small World's Asian Music Series. An emerging group of talented women give Indian classical dance a contemporary spin to incorporate narrative story-telling, dance and theatrics. Parikrantri focuses on women and the issues commonly faced by them, but rarely exposed in word and performance. Vaishnavi Vaikunta, kathak dancer; Debaroti Chakraborti, bharatnatyam with an original score arranged by Jayan Nair. Visit Small World Music's Facebook page. Free. ONLINE

Apr 28 7:00: Achill Choral Society. Journeys: Spring Concert. Shawn Grenke, conductor; Nancy Sicsic, piano; and others. Visit Achill Choral Society for a YouTube link. Available until May 11. Free. ONLINE

Apr 29 3:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. The Glenn Gould School Spring Opera: Benjamin Britten’s The Rape of Lucretia. In concert format from Koerner Hall. Visit Koerner Hall Concert Livestreams. Free. ONLINE

Apr 29 7:00: Magisterra Soloists. Women Composers. Pejačević: Piano Quintet; Schumann: Piano Trio; Auerbach: T'filah; Sokolovic: Tempo rubato; Richardson: World premiere of commission. Russell Braun, baritone; Martin Karlíček, piano. Museum London Theatre, 421 Ridout St. N., London. 519-615-0163 or visit Magisterra Soloists. $30; $25(sr); $15(student with id); $10(child under 10); $85(young adult pass-30 years and under); $15(streamed tickets-adult). All tickets must be purchased in advance.

NEW!! Apr 29 7:30: Toronto Consort. The Cantrix: Evidence of Women's Voices in the Middle Ages. While we can never have a complete picture of any singing tradition from the Middle Ages, there are vivid pieces of evidence that can help us imagine what the act of singing, and particularly women's singing, might have been like centuries ago. Join Artistic Associate Katherine Hill, herself a modern-day cantrix, for an all-new Explorer Learning Series session that will draw together threads of evidence, in the form of written word, images, and recordings, to create a colourful tapestry of human artistry, creativity, and intellect as it might have been in the Middle Ages. Link provided upon registration. Register at The Cantrix. Free. ONLINE

Apr 29 8:00: Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra. Café Counterculture. Works by Bach, Buffy Sainte-Marie, Joni Mitchell, Simon and Garfunkel, Neil Young, and others. Alex Samaras, vocalist; Andrew Downing, double bass/arranger. Email info@tafelmusik.org or call 1-833-964-6337. $10. ONLINE

NEW!! Apr 30 7:00: TD Niagara Jazz Festival. International Jazz Day: Celebrating the Jazz Greats. Visit International Jazz Day. Free. ONLINE

May 01 8:00: Kindred Spirits Orchestra. Melodies of Emotion. Rimsky-Korsakov: Capriccio Espagnol; Chopin: Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No.1; Scriabin: Symphony No.2. Ludmil Angelov, piano; Kristian Alexander, conductor. Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts, 10268 Yonge St., Richmond Hill. 905-604-8339. $30-$40; $22.50-$30(sr); $15-$20(youth). 7:10 pm: Pre-concert recital; 7:20 pm: Pre-concert talk.

NEW!! May 02 1:30: Elin Soderstrom. Bicinia!: Two-Part Didactic Music from the 16th Century and Beyond. Call 416-537-6611 or email info@tempotoronto.net. ONLINE

NEW!! May 02 7:00: TD Niagara Jazz Festival. Twilight Jazz Series: 40 Years With Music. Vox Violins; Youth Performers Alex George and Dexter Frank. Visit 40 Years of Music Making. $15(adv); $19(on May 2); $29(dinner & show). Discounts available for musicians, arts workers and students. ONLINE

May 05 7:30: Toronto Consort. A Stellar Evening of Premium Wine Tasting, Treats, and Musical Delights. Join wine and music enthusiasts for an incredible evening of guided tastings by Winemaker Adnan Icel. The Toronto Consort’s Artistic Associate Esteban La Rotta rounds out the evening with a great unveiling and musical demonstration of his latest lute acquisition. Visit Toronto Consort Stellar Evening. Before April 9, 2021: $89 for a single package $150 for two packages (single delivery location required) After April 9, 2021: $109 for a single package $175 for two packages (single delivery location required). Open to adults over 19 years of age. ONLINE

May 06 7:30: Art of Time Ensemble. A Singer Must Die. Works by Leonard Cohen: Anthem (arr. Andrew Downing); Come Healing (arr. Robert Carlio; Famous Blue Raincoat (arr. Jonathan Goldsmith); Dance Me To the End of Love (arr. Steve MacKinnon); Hallelujah, and others. Sarah Harmer, Gregory Hoskins, Steven Page, Sarah Slean, Tom Wilson, singers. Art of Time streaming page or call 647-344-2254. Free. Available until May 9 at 7:30pm. YOUTUBE

May 06 8:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. Wesli and Kobo Town. Call 416-408-0208 or visit RCM Performance. ONLINE

May 09 7:00: INNERchamber Inc. Souvenirs. Bernard Hermann: Souvenirs de Voyage for Clarinet Quintet; Beethoven: String Quartet in e Op.59 No.2. Peter Shackleton, clarinet; INNERchamber String Quartet (Andrew Chung, violin; Julie Baungartel, violin; Jody Davenport, viola; Ben Bolt-Martin, cello). Revival House, 70 Brunswick St., Stratford. Visit INNERChamber. $35; $10(st/arts workers). LIVE & ONLINE. Pre-show 6:30pm. A light take-out meal is provided by Revival House for patrons living in Stratford.

May 12 7:00: Small World Music/Inara Arts. Hasheel: RaagRani. Presented as a part of Small World's Asian Music Series. Visit Small World Music's Facebook page. Free. ONLINE

NEW!! May 13 8:00: Estonian Music Week. Memories of Home. Works by Heino Eller and Erik Kreem; Improvisation. Erik Kreem, piano. Visit www.estonianmusicweek.ca or call 416-925-9405. Available after live streaming date. ONLINE

NEW!! May 15 2:00: Hamilton Children's Choir. Anchored: Annual Spring (Virtual!) Concert. Nicola Winstanley: The Pirate's Bed. HCC Ensembles: Kolibro, Komenci, Esplori, Esprimas, Ilumini and Profunda. Visit Hamilton Children's Choir Spring Concert. PWYC. ONLINE

NEW!! May 15 8:00: Array Music. Array Ensemble – Baroque Reflections: Sheila Jaffé. Ligeti: Sonata for Solo Viola; Bach: Chaccone in d; Saariaho: Frises for violin and electronics. Sheila Jaffé, violin & viola. Visit Baroque Reflections. ONLINE

May 27 7:00: Magisterra Soloists. Viva Bohemia. Beethoven, Martinů, Smetana: Piano Trio. Martin Karlíček, piano. Museum London Theatre, 421 Ridout St. N., London. Call 519-615-0163 or visit Magisterra Soloists. $30; $25(sr); $15(student with id); $10(child under 10); $85(young adult pass-30 years and under); $15(streamed tickets-adult). All tickets must be purchased in advance.

May 27 8:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. Skratch Bastid with special guests Andrew Forde & re.verse. Call 416-408-0208 or visit RCM Performance. Free. ONLINE

May 28 2:00: VOICEBOX: Opera in Concert. Adriana Lecouvreur. Music by Francesco Cilea. Visit Opera in Concert. Available until June 11. ONLINE

NEW!! May 28 8:00: SweetWater Music Festival. Up Close & Personal with Edwin Huizinga and Philip Chiu. Brahms: Sonata for Violin and Piano in G Op.78 No.1; Bolcom: Graceful Ghost. Edwin Huizinga, violin; Philip Chiu, piano. Details available soon. ONLINE

UPDATED PROGRAM!! May 29 8:00: Kindred Spirits Orchestra. Melodies of Emotion. Chopin: Piano Concerto No.1 in e Op.11; Mendelssohn: Symphony No.1 in c Op.11. Coral Solomon, piano; Kristian Alexander, conductor. Call 905-604-8339 or visit Kindred Spirits Orchestra or Richmond Hill Centre. $15. ONLINE

NEW!! May 30 3:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. Marc-André Hamelin. Call 416-408-0208 or visit RCM Performance. FREE. Available until May 6. ONLINE

May 30 8:00: New Music Concerts. Broadcast: Not Alone. Works for soloists with electronics by George Lewis, Malin Bäng, Michel van der Aa, Bruno Mantovani, Luigi Nono, and Rebekah Cummings. Available on Facebook and YouTube. Visit New Music Concerts or call 416-961-9594. Broadcast links will be available closer to the date. ONLINE

NEW!! Jun 03 8:00: Sinfonia Toronto. Virtuosity. Josef Suk: Serenade; Vania Angelova: Polyphonic Miniatures; and a work by Verdi. Nurhan Arman, conductor. Streamed from Koerner Hall. $18.95. For more information, visit Virtuosity. ONLINE

NEW DATE!! Jun 25 7:30: Upper Canada Choristers/Cantemos Latin Ensemble. To Sit and Dream. A concert of women composers. Dr. Rosephanye Powell: To Sit and Dream; Sarah Quartel: Snow Angel; Carlotta Ferrari: O Splendid Gem (arrangement of O splendissima gemma by Hildegard von Bingen); Vittoria Aleotti: Two Renaissance Madrigals; Elaine Hagenberg: The Music of Stillness; and other works. Laurie Evan Fraser, conductor; Hye Won Cecilia Lee, piano. Visit www.uppercanadachoristers.org, email info@uppercanadachoristers.org, or call 416-256-0510. Free. Donations welcome. Streamed from Grace Church on-the-Hill, Toronto. Visit YouTube here or Facebook here .ONLINE

COMPETITIONS

NEW DEADLINE!! May 10-30: International Music Festival & Competition. Piano, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, harp, guitar, percussion, conducting, composition, chamber music, masterclasses. Jury members from University of Toronto, York University, Royal Conservatory of Music, Glenn Gould Professional School, and musicians from the Toronto Symphony Orchestra and the Canadian Opera Company Registration deadline: May 16. Visit www.intermusic.ca or office@intermusic.ca or call 905-604-8854.

ETCETERAS

ONLINE BLOGS

ONLINE GROUPS

Recollectiv: A unique musical online meeting group made up of people affected by memory challenges caused by illness (such as dementia) or brain injury (stroke, PTSD, etc.) and their care partners. Volunteers of all ages also form part of the band, providing a positive intergenerational experience for all. Participation is free with pre-registration. Contact Recollectiv by email here for meeting times, information and registration. ONLINE

PODCASTS

The Glenn Gould Foundation. The Gould Standard. Visit The Glenn Gould Foundation website. ONLINE

STILL AVAILABLE

Array Music. Situated Sounds II: Science of Sound. Situated Sounds is a series of curated performances of sound art through an online platform that will present commissioned new work from a combination of established and emerging artists, both local and international, from various disciplines. Zul Mahmod, Interspecifics, and Carson Teal. Visit Science of Sound. ONLINE

Kevin Barrett. Live from Lockdown. Kevin Barrett does a live-streamed set of solo guitar tunes, coming directly from his Lockdown studio. Tune in to Kevin's Facebook page on Friday at 4pm here. If you can't join live, the video will be available afterwards on Kevin's page with each week's episode archived on his YouTube channel here. YOUTUBE & FACEBOOK

Kingston Symphony. Finale of Beethoven’s Third Symphony (Eroica). Forty members of the orchestra perform the finale of the Eroica, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3 while in isolation in their homes. To view the virtual performance, please click here. For more information on the Kingston Symphony, please visit here. ONLINE

Music in the Afternoon. Chamber Music Concert. Caroline Shaw: Entr'Acte; Schubert: String Quartet No.14 in d "Death and the Maiden". Viano String Quartet (Lucy Wang, violin; Hao Zhou, violin; Aiden Kane, viola; Tate Zawadiuk, cello). Visit Music in the Afternoon. On demand Apr 1-25. ONLINE

NEW!! Tafelmusik. Musik in Motion: Mozart Requiem Music Video. Alex McLeod is an artist concerned with “simulation and the transition of matter”. For our collaboration, he was drawn to Tafelmusik’s recording from Mozart’s Requiem: K. 626: III. Sequenz, 6. Lacrimosa—a piece which, in his own words, is “shrouded in mystery, re-imagining, and death—which are all elements that fuel the inspiration for my visual practice”. His undulating, mesmerizing, three-dimensional sculpture uses motifs of instruments, flowers, and linen, to communicate a transition between life and death, renewal and regrowth. Watch at Tafelmusik Mozart Requiem. More information here. ONLINE

Thirteen Strings! Virtual Concert. Purcell: Excerpts from The Fairy Queen. Handel: Concerto grosso, Op. 6, No. 5 in D. Vaughan Williams: The Lark Ascending (Marc Djokic, violin). Elgar: Serenade for Strings. Find the link here. Free. ONLINE

MENTORSHIP PROGRAMS

Live, Online, Streamed, ETCetera - UPDATE Apr 16, 2021

To submit relevant listings click here.

NOTE: All times are Eastern Time unless otherwise noted.

Listings are based on information sent to WholeNote in advance by event presenters. Includes listings for a future period of approximately six weeks. Listings will remain in the updates until the last day of availability. Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, some events may be cancelled or postponed. Please visit presenters' websites or contact them directly for updates. The deadline for the next weekly update is Tue Apr 21 at 6pm. Thank you for your understanding and stay safe!

DAILY LISTINGS

Apr 17: Hugh's Room. Gunning & Cormier. Visit Gunning & Cormier. ONLINE

Apr 17 7:00: VOCA Chorus of Toronto. VOCA Cabaret & Silent Auction. A variety of vocal & instrumental folk, pop, jazz, classical & musical theatre selections. Jenny Crober, artistic director; Elizabeth Acker, piano; Emily Vick Agnew & Tom Roedding, co-hosts. Call 416-931-8224 or visit VOCA Chorus Cabaret. $25. ONLINE

Apr 17 7:30: Peterborough Symphony Orchestra. Dancing to the Light. A spring musical journey of optimism and renewal for the entire family. Works by Bach, Schumann, Joplin, Radiohead, and others. Concertmaster Phoebe Tsang, violin; Sona Kaltagian, violin; Elizabeth Morris, viola; Zuzanna Chomicka-Newnham, cello; and Filip Stasiak, bass. Call 705-742-7469. $15. Available Apr 17-May 15. ONLINE

Apr 17 8:00: Spectrum Music/Alliance Française de Toronto. Les Contes de Fées. Wander through the woods as Little Red Riding Hood and slide into Cinderella’s glass slipper with the stories of Charles Perrault recounted in song. Spectrum composers present new music that reimagines Perrault’s most illustrious tales, performed in F. Mason Victoria: Une Bouche Pleine de Perles; Aidan Farrell: La Soeur Laide; Jackson Welchner: L’Obscurité; Dhaivat Jani: La Belle au Bois Dormant; Suzy Wilde: La Princesse Perplexe. Tamar Ilana, vocalist; Justin Gray, bass; Demetri Petsalakis, guitar; Naghmeh Farahmand, percussion. Visit Les Contes de Fées. ONLINE

NEW!! Apr 18 2:00: Kitchener-Waterloo Guitar Orchestra. Virtual Spring Concert. Saint-Saëns: Carnival of the Animals; Shuborno Biswas: New Work; and other works. Mariette Stephenson, music director. Visit Idea Exchange's Facebook page. ONLINE

Apr 18 2:30: Intermezzi in Musica. Concert 4. Bach on 3 different cellos! Bach: Cello Suites No.1 & 6; and Partita No.1. Elinor Frey, cello. Visit Elinor Frey Events. ONLINE

Apr 18 7:00: INNERchamber Inc. All in Good Time. Scott Good: New Work for Percussion & String Quartet; Boccherini: Quintet for Strings and Castanets No.4 G448; Haydn: String Quartet in g Op.20 No.3; Piazzolla: Tango Ballet (arr. for String Quintet). Graham Hargrove, percussion; Cathy Anderson, cello; INNERchamber String Quartet (Andrew Chung, violin; Julie Baungartel, violin; Jody Davenport, viola; Ben Bolt-Martin, cello). Revival House, 70 Brunswick St., Stratford. Visit INNERchamber for information. $35; $10(st/arts workers). Pre-show 6:30pm. A light take-out meal is provided by Revival House for patrons living in Stratford. LIVE & ONLINE

Apr 18 7:00: Small World Music. Aditya Prakash Ensemble. Presented as a part of Small World's Asian Music Series. Recorded live at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles. Visit Small World Music's Facebook page. ONLINE

NEW!! Apr 22 7:00: The Music Gallery. Setting the Scene: The Curation of Safe Spaces & Accountability. The joy, happiness and well-being of IBPOC artists are often overlooked by the institutions that serve them. Navigating artistic spaces on Turtle Island as Indigenous Artists, Black Artists and Artists of Colour can be emotionally exhausting, harmful and unsafe. How do we hold each other accountable? How do we keep each other safe? Curated by Olivia Shortt, moderated by Kim Senklip-Harvey and panellists Frances Koncan, Nikki Shaffeeullah, Chaka V. Grier take the time to discuss and speak about their own experiences as artists and people in the arts world. ASL interpreter: Marcia Adolphe. Visit Setting the Scene for more information. Free. ONLINE

Apr 22 3:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. 21C: New Music in a New World. Philippe Leroux: Air-Ré; Matt Brubeck: Entsprechung; Fjóla Evans: Ridge & Furrow; Thomas Demenga: Duo? O, du...; Cassandra Miller: Philip the Wanderer;   and other works. VC2 Cello Duo; Wesley Shen; Duo Holz; Ryan Davis; and Morgan-Paige Melbourne. Visit Koerner Hall Livestream. Free. ONLINE

Apr 22 7:30: University of Toronto Faculty of Music. U of T Opera: Opera in Miniature. Massenet: Le Portrait de Manon. Sacha Smith (Aurore); Parker Clements (Des Grieux); Lindsay Connolly (Jean); Angelo Moretti (Tiberge); Vlad Soloviev, piano; Russell Braun, conductor; Michael Patrick Albano, director. Visit U of T Opera Productions. Free. Zoom link will be provided closer to the date. ONLINE

Apr 24 7:00: Confluence Concerts. Gracias a la Vida: Celebrating Two Argentine Legends. Curated by Patricia O'Callaghan. A tribute to the music of two great Argentine artists. Astor Piazzolla, revolutionizer of the tango, would have celebrated his 100th birthday this year. Mercedes Sosa, born 14 years later, sang of freedom and human rights, and was hailed as “the voice of the voiceless". Payadora; Gryphon Trio; Patricia O'Callaghan, vocalist; Andrew Downing., bass; Anais Kelsey-Verdecchia; and others. Visit Gracias a la Vida. Free. ONLINE

Apr 24 Hugh's Room. Madison Violet. Brenley MacEachern and Lisa MacIsaac, singers/songwriters. Visit Madison Violet. ONLINE.

May 2 8:00: New Music Concerts. Broadcast: The Ice Is Talking. Works for violin & percussion by Georges Aperghis, Vivian Fung, Lei Liang, Sophie Dupuis, and others. Mark Fewer, violin; Aiyun Huang, percussion. Available on Facebook and YouTube. Broadcast links will be available closer to the date. ONLINE

May 05 7:30: Toronto Consort. A Stellar Evening of Premium Wine Tasting, Treats, and Musical Delights. Join wine and music enthusiasts for an incredible evening of guided tastings by Winemaker Adnan Icel. The Toronto Consort’s Artistic Associate Esteban La Rotta rounds out the evening with a great unveiling and musical demonstration of his latest lute acquisition. Visit Toronto Consort Stellar Evening. Before April 9, 2021: $89 for a single package $150 for two packages (single delivery location required) After April 9, 2021: $109 for a single package $175 for two packages (single delivery location required). Open to adults over 19 years of age. ONLINE

May 06 7:30: Art of Time Ensemble. A Singer Must Die. Works by Leonard Cohen: Anthem (arr. Andrew Downing); Come Healing (arr. Robert Carlio; Famous Blue Raincoat (arr. Jonathan Goldsmith); Dance Me To the End of Love (arr. Steve MacKinnon); Hallelujah, and others. Sarah Harmer, Gregory Hoskins, Steven Page, Sarah Slean, Tom Wilson, singers. Art of Time streaming page or call 647-344-2254. Free. Available until May 9 at 7:30pm. YOUTUBE

NEW!! May 06 8:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. Wesli and Kobo Town. Call 416-408-0208 or visit RCM Performance. ONLINE

May 09 7:00: INNERchamber Inc. Souvenirs. Bernard Hermann: Souvenirs de Voyage for Clarinet Quintet; Beethoven: String Quartet in e Op.59 No.2. Peter Shackleton, clarinet; INNERchamber String Quartet (Andrew Chung, violin; Julie Baungartel, violin; Jody Davenport, viola; Ben Bolt-Martin, cello). Revival House, 70 Brunswick St., Stratford. Visit INNERChamber. $35; $10(st/arts workers). LIVE & ONLINE. Pre-show 6:30pm. A light take-out meal is provided by Revival House for patrons living in Stratford.

May 12 7:00: Small World Music/Inara Arts. Hasheel: RaagRani. Presented as a part of Small World's Asian Music Series. Visit Small World Music's Facebook page. Free. ONLINE

May 14 7:30: Upper Canada Choristers/Cantemos Latin Ensemble. To Sit and Dream. A concert of women composers. Dr. Rosephanye Powell: To Sit and Dream; Sarah Quartel: Snow Angel; Carlotta Ferrari: O Splendid Gem (arrangement of O splendissima gemma by Hildegard von Bingen); Vittoria Aleotti: Two Renaissance Madrigals; Elaine Hagenberg: The Music of Stillness; and other works. Laurie Evan Fraser, conductor; Hye Won Cecilia Lee, piano. , . Visit www.uppercanadachoristers.org, email info@uppercanadachoristers.org, or call 416-256-0510. Free. Donations welcome. Streamed from Grace Church on-the-Hill, Toronto. YouTube: here or Facebook: here .ONLINE

May 16 8:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. Beethoven 250 Festival & Chamber Music Series: Stewart Goodyear with the Penderecki String Quartet & the Toronto Mendelssohn Choir. Goodyear: new piano quintet (world premiere); Beethoven: Symphony No.9 in d Op.125 (trans. Liszt S.464/9) for solo piano, choir, and singers. Call 416-408-0208 or visit RCM Performance. $20. ONLINE.

NEW!! May 27 7:00: Magisterra Soloists. Viva Bohemia. Beethoven, Martinů, Smetana: Piano Trio. Martin Karlíček, piano. Museum London Theatre, 421 Ridout St. N., London. Call 519-615-0163 or visit Magisterra Soloists. $30; $25(sr); $15(student with id); $10(child under 10); $85(young adult pass-30 years and under); $15(streamed tickets-adult). All tickets must be purchased in advance.

NEW!! May 27: 7:00: Opera Atelier. Handel The Resurrection. A filmed presentation. Colin Ainsworth, Carla Huhtanen, Meghan Lindsay, Allyson McHardy, Douglas Williams, Artists of Atelier Ballet and musicians from Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra; David Fallis, conductor; Marshall Pynkoski, stage director; Jeannette Lajeunesse Zingg, choreographer. Visit Opera Atelier for information. From $25. ONLINE

NEW!! May 27 8:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. Skratch Bastid with special guests Andrew Forde & re.verse. , . Call 416-408-0208 or visit RCM Performance. Free. ONLINE

NEW!! May 28 2:00: VOICEBOX: Opera in Concert. Adriana Lecouvreur. Music by Francesco Cilea. Visit Opera in Concert. Available until June 11. ONLINE

NEW!! May 29 8:00: Kindred Spirits Orchestra. Pärt, Górecki and Shostakovich. Pärt: Cantus in Memoriam Benjamin Britten; Górecki: Concerto for Harpsichord and Orchestra; Shostakovich: Symphony No.14. Antonia deWolfe, piano; Kristian Alexander, conductor. Cornell Recital Hall, 3201 Bur Oak Ave., Markham. 905-604-8339. $20. Part of Markham Contemporary Music Festival.

COMPETITIONS

May 10-30: International Music Festival & Competition. Piano, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, harp, guitar, percussion, conducting, composition, chamber music, masterclasses. Jury members from University of Toronto, York University, Royal Conservatory of Music, Glenn Gould Professional School, and musicians from the Toronto Symphony Orchestra and the Canadian Opera Company Registration deadline: Apr 18. Visit www.intermusic.ca or office@intermusic.ca or call 905-604-8854.

ETCETERAS

ONLINE BLOGS

ONLINE GROUPS

Recollectiv: A unique musical online meeting group made up of people affected by memory challenges caused by illness (such as dementia) or brain injury (stroke, PTSD, etc.) and their care partners. Volunteers of all ages also form part of the band, providing a positive intergenerational experience for all. Participation is free with pre-registration. Contact Recollectiv by email here for meeting times, information and registration. ONLINE

PODCASTS

The Glenn Gould Foundation. The Gould Standard. Visit The Glenn Gould Foundation website. ONLINE

STILL AVAILABLE

Amadeus Choir. Songs from a Celtic Heart. Concert tickets are available to purchase until Apr 20 and you can view the concert at any time! Get tickets here. ONLINE

Array Music. Array Presents III: Joseph Petric – 40th Anniversary Concert. Visit Joseph Petric. ONLINE

Esprit Orchestra. Toothpaste: The Opera. Composer Alexina Louie and librettist/comedian Dan Redican created the “nothing-like-it-anywhere” mini-opera Toothpaste and subsequently teamed up with film director Larry Weinstein and Alex Pauk conducting Esprit, to turn it into a widely laughed at, ground-breaking 6-minute opera for TV. Starring Barbara Hannigan and the famous Kids in the Hall comedian Mark McKinney (lip-synching to the wonderful voice of Doug McNaughton). Watch here Toothpaste: The Opera. ONLINE

Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign of the Stephen Lewis Foundation. Together in Concert: In Solidarity with African Grandmothers. Jackie Richardson, host; Steven Page; National Ballet of Canada; The Stratford Players; Kym Gouchie; and others. Email Grandmothers to Grandmothers for information. Free. Vimeo Livestream for 72 hours from Available until April 18 at 7:30 pm. ONLINE

Intermezzi in Musica. Concert 3. Boccherini: String Trios. Elinor Frey, cello; Laura Andriani and Elisa Citterio, violins. Visit Elinor Frey. ONLINE

Kingston Symphony. Finale of Beethoven’s Third Symphony (Eroica). Forty members of the orchestra perform the finale of the Eroica, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3 while in isolation in their homes. To view the virtual performance, please click here. For more information on the Kingston Symphony, please visit here. ONLINE

Toronto Mendelssohn Choir. Sacred Music for a Sacred Space. Schubert: Stabat Mater; Bach: Christ lag in Todesbanden BWV4; and Brahms: How Lovely is Thy Dwelling Place from A German Requiem. Toronto Mendelssohn Choir; Simon Rivard, conductor; Gergely Szokolay, piano; William Maddox, organ; Laurence Lemieux, choreography and dance. Visit TMC Sacred Music. Free. Donations requested in support of TMC programming. Available on demand after the concert date. ONLINE

Trio Arkel. La Bonne Chanson. Beethoven: String Trio in G; Shostakovitch: String Quartet No.1; Vaughan Williams: On Wenlock Edge; Fauré: La Bonne Chanson. Marie Bérard, violin; Winona Zelenka, cello; Russell Braun; baritone; Carolyn Maule; piano; Erika Raum; violin; Rémi Pelletier; viola. Available on Eventbrite here until Apr 18. ONLINE

MENTORSHIP PROGRAMS

WORKSHOPS

International Resource Centre for Performing Artists (IRCPA). Encounter with Theodore Baerg. Sign up now till May 9. For opera & art song Singers. Theodore Baerg, one of Canada’s leading baritones, will work as a mentor with 10 singers on May 21, 10am-5pm in downtown Toronto. With Andrea Grant at the piano, he will offer each singer suggestions on artistic skills, and provide valuable career information and guidance, stressing the need for professionalism and striving for excellence. There are no fees to sign up or take part. Scholarships will be assigned honouring Canadians past or present, provided through the generosity of private donors. Sign-up forms are available at IRCPA. The 10 selected singers will be announced on May 15 for the May 21 Encounter. Concert to be on June 4 or 11 (date to be confirmed).

Live, Online, Streamed, ETCetera - UPDATE Apr 9, 2021

To submit relevant listings click here.

NOTE: All times are Eastern Time unless otherwise noted.

Listings are based on information sent to WholeNote in advance by event presenters. Includes listings for a future period of approximately six weeks. Listings will remain in the updates until the last day of availability. Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, some events may be cancelled or postponed. Please visit presenters' websites or contact them directly for updates. The deadline for the next weekly update is Tue Apr 14 at 6pm. Thank you for your understanding and stay safe!

DAILY LISTINGS

RE-BROADCAST!! Apr 10 8:00: Hugh's Room. Celebrating the Music of Tina Turner. Quisha Wint, vocalist; Justin Bacchus; Shamakah Ali, Roger Williams, Joe Palawan, Duff Musiq; Selena Evangeline, Joanne Harris, Jill Zadeh, background vocalists. Visit Tina Turner. $15(general); $25(VIP). ONLINE

NEW!! Apr 11 1:30: Colin Savage. Play along with Colin. Colin Savage is the principal clarinetist with the Mississauga Orchestra. Call 416-537-6611 or visit Toronto Early Music. ONLINE

Apr 12: COC Composer-in-Residence Ian Cusson takes us through the genesis of the story of Fantasma and how this translates into his music.

Apr 13: Ensemble Studio artists Matthew Cairns (tenor) and Alex Soloway (pianist) share what it is like to work with a living composer, and originating a new role in an opera.

Apr 14: Wulf Higgins (COC Props Supervisor) gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how the world of Fantasma is created and brought to life through the use of props and set dressing.

Apr 15: Wig & Makeup Supervisor Sharon Ryman and Costume Supervisor Sandra Corazza give us a sneak peek at the Zombie character in Fantasma, and share some of their backstage tips and tricks.

Apr 16: Julie McIsaac, COC Lead Curator, Opera Everywhere, speaks with music therapist Dr. SarahRose Black about her considerations in staging Fantasma, as well as creating an engaging experience for young people from the moment audience members walk in the door.

Apr 15 7:30: Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign of the Stephen Lewis Foundation. Together in Concert: In Solidarity with African Grandmothers. Jackie Richardson, host; Steven Page; National Ballet of Canada; The Stratford Players; Kym Gouchie; and others. Email Grandmothers to Grandmothers for information. Free. Vimeo Livestream for 72 hours from April 15 to April 18 at 7:30 pm. ONLINE

Apr 15 7:30: Music Toronto. Chamber Music Concert. Haydn: String Quartet in C Op.76 No.3 "Emperor"; Brahms: String Quartet in a Op.51 No.2. Castalian Quartet. Visit Music Toronto. Free. ONLINE

NEW!! Apr 16 2:30: Toronto Summer Music. Zoom Masterclass with Jonathan Crow. Emily Wang, Philip Wang, and Cynthia Ding, three Young Artist Award recipients from our recent Play Along with Jonathan Crow Challenge created in partnership with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, perform live at this masterclass. Visit Zoom Masterclass. Free. ONLINE

Apr 17: Hugh's Room. Gunning & Cormier. Visit Gunning & Cormier. ONLINE

NEW!! Apr 17 8:00: Spectrum Music/Alliance Française de Toronto. Les Contes de Fées. Wander through the woods as Little Red Riding Hood and slide into Cinderella’s glass slipper with the stories of Charles Perrault recounted in song. Spectrum composers present new music that reimagines Perrault’s most illustrious tales, performed in F. Mason Victoria: Une Bouche Pleine de Perles; Aidan Farrell: La Soeur Laide; Jackson Welchner: L’Obscurité; Dhaivat Jani: La Belle au Bois Dormant; Suzy Wilde: La Princesse Perplexe. Tamar Ilana, vocalist; Justin Gray, bass; Demetri Petsalakis, guitar; Naghmeh Farahmand, percussion. Visit Les Contes de Fées. ONLINE

Apr 18 2:30: Intermezzi in Musica. Concert 4. Bach on 3 different cellos! Bach: Cello Suites No.1 & 6; and Partita No.1. Elinor Frey, cello. Visit Elinor Frey Events. ONLINE

NEW!! Apr 18 7:00: Small World Music. Aditya Prakash Ensemble. Presented as a part of Small World's Asian Music Series. Recorded live at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles. Visit Small World Music's Facebook page. ONLINE

NEW!! Apr 21 7:00: Confluence Concerts. Gracias a la Vida: Celebrating Two Argentine Legends. Curated by Patricia O'Callaghan. A tribute to the music of two great Argentine artists. Astor Piazzolla, revolutionizer of the tango, would have celebrated his 100th birthday this year. Mercedes Sosa, born 14 years later, sang of freedom and human rights, and was hailed as “the voice of the voiceless". Payadora; Gryphon Trio; Patricia O'Callaghan, vocalist; Andrew Downing., bass; Anais Kelsey-Verdecchia; and others. Visit Gracias a la Vida. Free. ONLINE

NEW!! Apr 22 3:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. 21C: New Music in a New World. Philippe Leroux: Air-Ré; Matt Brubeck: Entsprechung; Fjóla Evans: Ridge & Furrow; Thomas Demenga: Duo? O, du...; Cassandra Miller: Philip the Wanderer;   and other works. VC2 Cello Duo; Wesley Shen; Duo Holz; Ryan Davis; and Morgan-Paige Melbourne. Visit Koerner Hall Livestream. Free. ONLINE

Apr 24 Hugh's Room. Madison Violet. Brenley MacEachern and Lisa MacIsaac, singers/songwriters. Visit Madison Violet. ONLINE.

NEW!! Apr 27 7:00: Small World Music/Inara Arts. Parikrantri. Presented as a part of Small World's Asian Music Series. An emerging group of talented women give Indian classical dance a contemporary spin to incorporate narrative story-telling, dance and theatrics. Parikrantri focuses on women and the issues commonly faced by them, but rarely exposed in word and performance. Vaishnavi Vaikunta, kathak dancer; Debaroti Chakraborti, bharatnatyam with an original score arranged by Jayan Nair. Visit Small World Music's Facebook page. Free. ONLINE

NEW!! Apr 29 7:30: Royal Conservatory of Music. The Glenn Gould School Spring Opera: Benjamin Britten’s The Rape of Lucretia. In concert format from Koerner Hall. Visit Koerner Hall Concert Livestreams. Free. ONLINE

NEW!! Apr 29 8:00: Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra. Café Counterculture. Works by Bach, Buffy Sainte-Marie, Joni Mitchell, Simon and Garfunkel, Neil Young, and others. Alex Samaras, vocalist; Andrew Downing, double bass/arranger. Email info@tafelmusik.org or call 1-833-964-6337. $10. ONLINE

TO BE CONFIRMED!! May 01 8:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. Music Mix Series: SongBird North. Temerty Theatre, Telus Centre, 273 Bloor St. W. Call 416-408-0208 or visit RCM Performance. $40. ONLINE

TO BE CONFIRMED!! May 02 7:30: Royal Conservatory of Music. Taylor Academy Concerts Series: Academy Chamber Orchestra. Koerner Hall, TELUS Centre, 273 Bloor St. W. Call 416-408-0208 or visit RCM Performance. Free

NEW DATE!! May 2 8:00: New Music Concerts. Broadcast: The Ice Is Talking. Works for violin & percussion by Georges Aperghis, Vivian Fung, Lei Liang, Sophie Dupuis, and others. Mark Fewer, violin; Aiyun Huang, percussion. Available on Facebook and YouTube. Broadcast links will be available closer to the date. ONLINE

NEW!! May 05 7:30: Toronto Consort. A Stellar Evening of Premium Wine Tasting, Treats, and Musical Delights. Join wine and music enthusiasts for an incredible evening of guided tastings by Winemaker Adnan Icel. The Toronto Consort’s Artistic Associate Esteban La Rotta rounds out the evening with a great unveiling and musical demonstration of his latest lute acquisition. Visit Toronto Consort Stellar Evening. Before April 9, 2021: $89 for a single package $150 for two packages (single delivery location required) After April 9, 2021: $109 for a single package $175 for two packages (single delivery location required). Open to adults over 19 years of age. ONLINE

May 06 7:30: Art of Time Ensemble. A Singer Must Die. Works by Leonard Cohen: Anthem (arr. Andrew Downing); Come Healing (arr. Robert Carli0; Famous Blue Raincoat (arr. Jonathan Goldsmith); Dance Me To the End of Love (arr. Steve MacKinnon); Hallelujah, and others. Sarah Harmer, Gregory Hoskins, Steven Page, Sarah Slean, Tom Wilson, singers. Art of Time streaming page or call 647-344-2254. Free. Available until May 9 at 7:30pm. YOUTUBE

May 07 7:30: Royal Conservatory of Music. Discovery Concert Series: Glenn Gould School Piano Showcase. Call 416-408-0208 or visit RCM Performance. Free. ONLINE

May 09 7:00: INNERchamber Inc. Souvenirs. Bernard Hermann: Souvenirs de Voyage for Clarinet Quintet; Beethoven: String Quartet in e Op.59 No.2. Peter Shackleton, clarinet; INNERchamber String Quartet (Andrew Chung, violin; Julie Baungartel, violin; Jody Davenport, viola; Ben Bolt-Martin, cello). Revival House, 70 Brunswick St., Stratford. Visit INNERChamber. $35; $10(st/arts workers). LIVE & ONLINE. Pre-show 6:30pm. A light take-out meal is provided by Revival House for patrons living in Stratford.

NEW!! May 12 7:00: Small World Music/Inara Arts. Hasheel: RaagRani. Presented as a part of Small World's Asian Music Series. Visit Small World Music's Facebook page. Free. ONLINE

NEW!! May 16 2:30: Intermezzi in Musica. Concert 5. Celebrating the birth of a new viola da gamba by Francis Beaulieu. Viol duos. Elinor Frey, cello; Mélisande Corriveau, viol. Visit Elinor Frey's website. ONLINE

NEW!! May 16 8:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. Beethoven 250 Festival & Chamber Music Series: Stewart Goodyear with the Penderecki String Quartet & the Toronto Mendelssohn Choir. Goodyear: new piano quintet (world premiere); Beethoven: Symphony No.9 in d Op.125 (trans. Liszt S.464/9) for solo piano, choir, and singers. Call 416-408-0208 or visit RCM Performance. $20. ONLINE.

NEW DATE!! May 30 8:00: New Music Concerts. Broadcast: Not Alone. Works for soloists with electronics by George Lewis, Malin Bäng, Michel van der Aa, Bruno Mantovani, Luigi Nono, and Rebekah Cummings. Available on Facebook and YouTube. Visit New Music Concerts or call 416-961-9594. Broadcast links will be available closer to the date. ONLINE

COMPETITIONS

NEW!! May 10-30: International Music Festival & Competition. Piano, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, harp, guitar, percussion, conducting, composition, chamber music, masterclasses. Jury members from University of Toronto, York University, Royal Conservatory of Music, Glenn Gould Professional School, and musicians from the Toronto Symphony Orchestra and the Canadian Opera Company Registration deadline: Apr 18. Visit www.intermusic.ca or office@intermusic.ca or call 905-604-8854.

ETCETERAS

ONLINE BLOGS

ONLINE GROUPS

Recollectiv: A unique musical online meeting group made up of people affected by memory challenges caused by illness (such as dementia) or brain injury (stroke, PTSD, etc.) and their care partners. Volunteers of all ages also form part of the band, providing a positive intergenerational experience for all. Participation is free with pre-registration. Contact Recollectiv by email here for meeting times, information and registration. ONLINE

PODCASTS

The Glenn Gould Foundation. The Gould Standard. Visit The Glenn Gould Foundation website. ONLINE

STILL AVAILABLE

Against the Green Theatre. Back by popular demand, Messiah/Complex returns for an encore presentation starting on AtG TV. This Easter, the globally-lauded and distinctly Canadian reimagining of Handel’s Messiah, accompanied by and in partnership with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra (TSO), becomes available for free on-demand viewing until Apr 13. Registration is available now at www.Messiah/Complex. ONLINE

Amadeus Choir. Songs from a Celtic Heart. Concert tickets are available to purchase until Apr 20 and you can view the concert at any time! Get tickets here. ONLINE

Array Music. Array Presents III: Joseph Petric – 40th Anniversary Concert. Visit Joseph Petric. ONLINE

Intermezzi in Musica. Concert 3. Boccherini: String Trios. Elinor Frey, cello; Laura Andriani and Elisa Citterio, violins. Visit Elinor Frey. ONLINE

Kingston Symphony. Finale of Beethoven’s Third Symphony (Eroica). Forty members of the orchestra perform the finale of the Eroica, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3 while in isolation in their homes. To view the virtual performance, please click here. For more information on the Kingston Symphony, please visit here. ONLINE

Toronto Symphony Orchestra. On Demand: Vivaldi Four Seasons. Curated by Jonathan Crow. Vivaldi: The Four Seasons; Gabriela Lena Frank: “Coqueteos” from Leyendas: An Andean Walkabout; Dinuk Wijeratne: “A Letter from the After-life” from Two Pop Songs on Antique Poems. Jonathan Crow, leader & violin. Visit TSO On Demand or call 416-598-3375. Available until Apr 15. ONLINE

MENTORSHIP PROGRAMS

NEW!! May 01 11am-1pm: Bridge & Wolak Music Mentorship Program. In partnership with Queens University, The Isabel and The DAN School of Drama and Music. This program was founded by Michael Bridge and Kornel Wolak, internationally acclaimed music and comedy duo who have performed on stages around the world. Whether it is video game music, world music, audio engineering, neuroscience in the mind or beyond, the Bridge and Wolak Music Mentorship sessions will open your eyes to the incredible career possibilities for musicians! Deadline for applications is flexible. Visit Bridge & Wolak for more information. Cost (if applicable): $295. One-on-one coaching with either Kornel Wolak or Michael Bridge: $100.

WORKSHOPS

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AUDITIONS & EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

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BUY & SELL

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INSTRUCTION

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WAITING FOR CHOIR TO START AGAIN? Treat yourself to private sight-singing lessons on ZOOM. Call or text Sheila at 416-574-5250.

SERVICES

ACCOUNTING AND INCOME TAX SERVICE for small business and individuals, to save you time and money, customized to meet your needs. Norm Pulker, B. Math. CMA. 905-251-0309 or 905-830-2985.

HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES: eco-friendly cleaning, laundry, light gardening, pet care, in North York and Toronto. Visit riseholme-housekeeping.square.site or call Jane at 647 236-8499.

RESTORE PRECIOUS MEMORIES lost on old records, tapes, photos etc.? Recitals, gigs, auditions, air checks, family stuff. on 78’s, cassettes, reels, 35mm slides etc?. ArtsMediaProjects will lovingly restore them to CD’s or DVD’s. Call George @ 416-910-1091.

Live, Online, Streamed, ETCetera - UPDATE Apr 2, 2021

To submit relevant listings click here.

NOTE: All times are Eastern Time unless otherwise noted.

Listings are based on information sent to WholeNote in advance by event presenters. Includes listings for a future period of approximately six weeks. Listings will remain in the updates until the last day of availability. Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, some events may be cancelled or postponed. Please visit presenters' websites or contact them directly for updates. The deadline for the next weekly update is Tue Apr 07 at 6pm. Thank you for your understanding and stay safe!

DAILY LISTINGS

Apr 02 8:00: Metropolitan United Church. God So Loved the World: Music for Good Friday. Works by Allegri, Bach, Victoria and others. The Metropolitan Choir, soloists, and organ. Visit Met United Live. Free. ONLINE

Apr 02 8:00: Toronto Mendelssohn Choir. Sacred Music for a Sacred Space. Schubert: Stabat Mater; Bach: Christ lag in Todesbanden BWV4; and Brahms: How Lovely is Thy Dwelling Place from A German Requiem. Toronto Mendelssohn Choir; Simon Rivard, conductor; Gergely Szokolay, piano; William Maddox, organ; Laurence Lemieux, choreography and dance. Visit TMC Sacred Music. Free. Donations requested in support of TMC programming. Available on demand after the concert date. ONLINE

Apr 03 8:00: Array Music. Array Presents III: Joseph Petric – 40th Anniversary Concert. Visit Joseph Petric. ONLINE

Apr 04 3:00: Trio Arkel. La Bonne Chanson. Beethoven: String Trio in G; Shostakovitch: String Quartet No.1; Vaughan Williams: On Wenlock Edge; Fauré: La Bonne Chanson. Marie Bérard, violin; Winona Zelenka, cello; Russell Braun; baritone; Carolyn Maule; piano; Erika Raum; violin; Rémi Pelletier; viola. Available on Eventbrite here. ONLINE

Apr 07 7:30: Royal Conservatory of Music. Rebanks Family Fellowship Concerts Series: Rebanks Family Fellowship Concert. Call 416-408-0208 or visit RCM Performance. Free. ONLINE

Apr 08 8:00: Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra. On the Road. Purcell: Incidental music to The Double Dealer; Biber: Partita for violin & viola scordatura; Brescianello: Sonata for oboe, violin & continuo; Telemann: Quartet in e; Couperin: Sonate “La Sultane”; Vivaldi: Sonata “La Follia”. Email info@tafelmusik.org or call 1-833-964-6337. ONLINE

Apr 11 1:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. Sunday Interlude Series: ARC Ensemble: Ottoman Treasures. Sephardic works by Hemsi; Works by Rieti. Call 416-408-0208 or visit RCM Performance. Free. ONLINE

Apr 12: COC Composer-in-Residence Ian Cusson takes us through the genesis of the story of Fantasma and how this translates into his music.

Apr 13: Ensemble Studio artists Matthew Cairns (tenor) and Alex Soloway (pianist) share what it is like to work with a living composer, and originating a new role in an opera.

Apr 14: Wulf Higgins (COC Props Supervisor) gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how the world of Fantasma is created and brought to life through the use of props and set dressing.

Apr 15: Wig & Makeup Supervisor Sharon Ryman and Costume Supervisor Sandra Corazza give us a sneak peek at the Zombie character in Fantasma, and share some of their backstage tips and tricks.

Apr 14 8:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. Kobo Town & Wesli. Call 416-408-0208 or visit RCM Performance. $20. LIVESTREAM ONLINE

Apr 15 7:30: Music Toronto. Chamber Music Concert. Haydn: String Quartet in C Op.76 No.3 "Emperor"; Brahms: String Quartet in a Op.51 No.2. Castalian Quartet. Visit Music Toronto. Free. ONLINE

TO BE CONFIRMED!! Apr 16 8:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. RCO Concerts Series: Gábor Takács-Nagy conducts the Royal Conservatory Orchestra. Beethoven: Overture from King Stephen Op.117; Saint-Saëns: Piano Concerto No.5 in F Op.103 “Egyptian”; Borodin: Polovtsian Dances from Prince Igor; Kodály: Háry János Suite. Koerner Hall, TELUS Centre, 273 Bloor St. W. 416-408-0208 or visit RCM Performance. $25-$60.

NEW!! Apr 17: Hugh's Room. Gunning & Cormier. Visit Gunning & Cormier. ONLINE

NEW!! Apr 17 7:30: Peterborough Symphony Orchestra. Dancing to the Light. A spring musical journey of optimism and renewal for the entire family. Works by Bach, Schumann, Joplin, Radiohead, and others. Concertmaster Phoebe Tsang, violin; Sona Kaltagian, violin; Elizabeth Morris, viola; Zuzanna Chomicka-Newnham, cello; and Filip Stasiak, bass. Call 705-742-7469. $15. Available Apr 17-May 15. ONLINE

Apr 18 2:30: Intermezzi in Musica. Concert 4. Bach on 3 different cellos! Bach: Cello Suites No.1 & 6; and Partita No.1. Elinor Frey, cello. Visit Elinor Frey Events. ONLINE

Apr 18 8:00: New Music Concerts. Broadcast: The Ice Is Talking. Works for violin & percussion by Georges Aperghis, Vivian Fung, Lei Liang, Sophie Dupuis, and others. Mark Fewer, violin; Aiyun Huang, percussion. Available on Facebook and YouTube. Broadcast links will be available closer to the date. ONLINE

TO BE CONFIRMED!! Apr 21 7:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. Discovery Concert Series: Glenn Gould School Chamber Competition Finals. Koerner Hall, TELUS Centre, 273 Bloor St. W. Call 416-408-0208 or visit RCM Performance. Free.

Apr 23 7:30: Heliconian Club. Alone Together. Musical styles from classical to jazz and from Persia to the Baltic Sea. Call 416-922-3618 or visit Heliconian Club. $15. Available until Apr 30. ONLINE

NEW!! Apr 24 Hugh's Room. Madison Violet. Brenley MacEachern and Lisa MacIsaac, singers/songwriters. Visit Madison Violet. ONLINE.

Apr 28 7:00: Achill Choral Society. Journeys: Spring Concert. Shawn Grenke, conductor; Nancy Sicsic, piano; and others. Visit Achill Choral Society for a YouTube link which will be available until May 11. Free. ONLINE

May 07 7:30: Royal Conservatory of Music. Discovery Concert Series: Glenn Gould School Piano Showcase. Call 416-408-0208 or visit RCM Performance. Free. ONLINE

NEW!! May 09 7:00: INNERchamber Inc. Souvenirs. Bernard Hermann: Souvenirs de Voyage for Clarinet Quintet; Beethoven: String Quartet in e Op.59 No.2. Peter Shackleton, clarinet; INNERchamber String Quartet (Andrew Chung, violin; Julie Baungartel, violin; Jody Davenport, viola; Ben Bolt-Martin, cello). Revival House, 70 Brunswick St., Stratford. Visit INNERChamber. $35; $10(st/arts workers). LIVE & ONLINE. Pre-show 6:30pm. A light take-out meal is provided by Revival House for patrons living in Stratford.

NEW!! May 14 7:30: Upper Canada Choristers/Cantemos Latin Ensemble. To Sit and Dream. A concert of women composers. Dr. Rosephanye Powell: To Sit and Dream; Sarah Quartel: Snow Angel; Carlotta Ferrari: O Splendid Gem (arrangement of O splendissima gemma by Hildegard von Bingen); Vittoria Aleotti: Two Renaissance Madrigals; Elaine Hagenberg: The Music of Stillness; and other works. Laurie Evan Fraser, conductor; Hye Won Cecilia Lee, piano. , . Visit www.uppercanadachoristers.org, email info@uppercanadachoristers.org, or call 416-256-0510. Free. Donations welcome. Streamed from Grace Church on-the-Hill, Toronto. YouTube: here or Facebook: here .ONLINE

NEW!! May 15 7:00: Rezonance Baroque Ensemble. Universal Harmony. Chamber works by Bach & Vivaldi. Rezan Onen-Lapointe, baroque violin; David Podgorski, harpsichord. Visit Universal Harmony or call 647-779-5696. $10. ONLINE

ETCETERAS

ONLINE BLOGS

ONLINE GROUPS

Recollectiv: A unique musical online meeting group made up of people affected by memory challenges caused by illness (such as dementia) or brain injury (stroke, PTSD, etc.) and their care partners. Volunteers of all ages also form part of the band, providing a positive intergenerational experience for all. Participation is free with pre-registration. Contact Recollectiv by email here for meeting times, information and registration. ONLINE

PODCASTS

The Glenn Gould Foundation. The Gould Standard: In Conversation with Sondra Radvanovsky. Join us for this inside look at Sondra's career, the impact of COVID cancellations and her unlikely emergence as a podcast queen in her own right. A treat for newcomers to opera and seasoned aficionados alike. Listen on The Glenn Gould Foundation website. ONLINE

STILL AVAILABLE

Amadeus Choir. Songs from a Celtic Heart. Concert tickets are available to purchase until April 20 and you can view the concert at any time! Get tickets here. ONLINE

Intermezzi in Musica. Concert 3. Boccherini: String Trios. Elinor Frey, cello; Laura Andriani and Elisa Citterio, violins. Visit Elinor Frey. ONLINE

Kingston Symphony. Finale of Beethoven’s Third Symphony (Eroica). Forty members of the orchestra perform the finale of the Eroica, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3 while in isolation in their homes. To view the virtual performance, please click here. For more information on the Kingston Symphony, please visit here. ONLINE

Royal Conservatory of Music. Songmasters & Recovered Concerts Series: To the Distant Beloved. Beethoven: An die ferne Geliebte; Mansouri: World premiere commission. Call 416-408-0208 or visit RCM Performance. $10. Available until Mar 28. ONLINE

Toronto Operetta Theatre. The Gondoliers. By W. S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan. Tonatiuh Abrego (Marco Palmieri); Daniela Agostino (Gianetta); Joshua Clemenger (Luiz); Elizabeth Beeler (The Duchess of Plaza-Toro); Bradley Christensen (Giuseppe Palmieri); and other vocalists; Derek Bate, music director/conductor; Guillermo Silva-Marin, stage director; Narmina Afandiyeva; piano. VIsit Eventbrite: The Gondoliers for tickets. $22.19. Available until Apr 5. ONLINE

Toronto Symphony Orchestra. TSO Live Streams: All Mozart. Mozart: Overture to La finta giardiniera, K. 196. Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 3, K. 216. Mozart: Symphony No. 40, K. 550. Simon Rivard, RBC Resident Conductor; Zeyu Victor Li, violin. Visit TSO Live Streams. Pay what you wish from a selection of pre-set amounts starting at $10! Available until Apr 7. ONLINE

MENTORSHIP PROGRAMS

WORKSHOPS

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DAILY LISTINGS

Mar 27 8:00: Array Music. Situated Sounds II: Science of Sound. Situated Sounds is a series of curated performances of sound art through an online platform that will present commissioned new work from a combination of established and emerging artists, both local and international, from various disciplines. Zul Mahmod, Interspecifics, and Carson Teal. Visit Science of Sound. ONLINE

Mar 27 8:00: Tapestry Opera. Where Do I Go? Morgan-Paige Melbourne, piano. Visit Tapestry Opera. Free. ONLINE

Mar 28 11:30am: TD Niagara Jazz Festival. Gospel Soul Brunch. Jennifer Lewin and W10, with an opening performance by Keturah & Jonathan Morris. Visit Gospel Soul Brunch. $20 (VIP); $15(show only); $9(artists/arts workers.st); $29(dinner & show). Until 2pm. ONLINE

Mar 28 1:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. Online Concert. David Louie, harpsichord. Call 416-408-0208 or visit RCM Performance. Free. ONLINE

NEW!! Mar 28 4:00: Wychwood Clarinet Choir. A New Performance Video. The last Sunday of every month, the WCC releases a new concert video performance by The Wychwood Clarinet Choir, preceded by a live chat with Michele Jacot and Roy Greaves. This month we present two recordings both arranged by our own Roy Greaves. Prelude to La Traviata by Giuseppe Verdi, and the classic sea shanty, What shall we do with a Drunken Sailor. Visit Wychwood. Free. LIVESTREAM ONLINE

NEW!! Mar 28 8:00: FabCollab. Women in Song: A Celebration of International Women's Day. 8:00pm: Amanda Martinez featuring Canada’s Ballet Jörgen Dancers Adrián Ramírez Juárez and Akari Fujiwara; 8:25pm: Jessica Hana Deutsch; 8:50pm: Maryem Tollar; 9:15pm: Tamar Ilana featuring Indigneous fancy shawl dancer Cotee Harper. Visit FabCollab. Free. ONLINE

Mar 29 7:30: Intermezzi in Musica. Concert 3. Boccherini: String Trios. Elinor Frey, cello; Laura Andriani and Elisa Citterio, violins. Visit Elinor Frey. ONLINE

NEW!! Mar 31: 7:30: Toronto Symphony Orchestra. TSO Live Streams: All Mozart. Mozart: Overture to La finta giardiniera, K. 196. Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 3, K. 216. Mozart: Symphony No. 40, K. 550. Simon Rivard, RBC Resident Conductor; Zeyu Victor Li, violin. Visit TSO Live Streams. Pay what you wish from a selection of pre-set amounts starting at $10! Viewable for seven days following the live concert. ONLINE

RETURNING!! Apr 01: Against the Green Theatre. Back by popular demand, Messiah/Complex returns for an encore presentation starting on AtG TV. This Easter, the globally-lauded and distinctly Canadian reimagining of Handel’s Messiah, accompanied by and in partnership with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra (TSO), becomes available for free on-demand viewing until Apr 13. Registration is available now at www.Messiah/Complex. ONLINE

NEW!! Apr 01 1:30: Music in the Afternoon. Chamber Music Concert. Caroline Shaw: Entr'Acte; Schubert: String Quartet No.14 in d "Death and the Maiden". Viano String Quartet (Lucy Wang, violin; Hao Zhou, violin; Aiden Kane, viola; Tate Zawadiuk, cello). Visit Music in the Afternoon. On demand Apr 1-25. ONLINE

Apr 03 8:00: Array Music. Array Presents III: Joseph Petric – 40th Anniversary Concert. Visit Joseph Petric. ONLINE

Apr 07 7:30: Royal Conservatory of Music. Rebanks Family Fellowship Concerts Series: Rebanks Family Fellowship Concert. Call 416-408-0208 or visit RCM Performance. Free. ONLINE

Canadian Opera Company. Spring Break at the COC: Exploring New Opera. Hosted by COC Opera Teaching Artist Makenzie Morgan, this program gathers a group of artists and craftspeople to explore what a career in the performing arts can look like. Get a behind-the-scenes look at Fantasma, the company’s upcoming original Opera for Young Audiences for youth ages 12-18. Join us for hour-long sessions with Fantasma’s creative team, to learn about what it's like to work with a composer, design props and costumes for the stage, and much more! Free admission. For more information and to receive an alert for when registration opens, visit COC Spring Break. ONLINE
Apr 12: COC Composer-in-Residence Ian Cusson takes us through the genesis of the story of Fantasma and how this translates into his music.
Apr 13: Ensemble Studio artists Matthew Cairns (tenor) and Alex Soloway (pianist) share what it is like to work with a living composer, and originating a new role in an opera.
Apr 14: Wulf Higgins (COC Props Supervisor) gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how the world of Fantasma is created and brought to life through the use of props and set dressing.
Apr 15: Wig & Makeup Supervisor Sharon Ryman and Costume Supervisor Sandra Corazza give us a sneak peek at the Zombie character in Fantasma, and share some of their backstage tips and tricks.
Apr 16: Julie McIsaac, COC Lead Curator, Opera Everywhere, speaks with music therapist Dr. SarahRose Black about her considerations in staging Fantasma, as well as creating an engaging experience for young people from the moment audience members walk in the door.

Apr 14 8:00: Royal Conservatory of Music. Kobo Town & Wesli. Call 416-408-0208 or visit RCM Performance. $20. LIVESTREAM ONLINE

Apr 15 7:30: Music Toronto. Chamber Music Concert. Haydn: String Quartet in C Op.76 No.3 "Emperor"; Brahms: String Quartet in a Op.51 No.2. Castalian Quartet. Visit Music Toronto. Free. ONLINE

Apr 18 2:30: Intermezzi in Musica. Concert 4. Bach on 3 different cellos! Bach: Cello Suites No.1 & 6; and Partita No.1. Elinor Frey, cello. Visit Elinor Frey Events. ONLINE

NEW!! Apr 18 8:00: New Music Concerts. Broadcast: The Ice Is Talking. Works for violin & percussion by Georges Aperghis, Vivian Fung, Lei Liang, Sophie Dupuis, and others. Mark Fewer, violin; Aiyun Huang, percussion. Available on Facebook and YouTube. Broadcast links will be available closer to the date. ONLINE

NEW!! May 06 7:30: Art of Time Ensemble. A Singer Must Die. Works by Leonard Cohen: Anthem (arr. Andrew Downing); Come Healing (arr. Robert Carli0; Famous Blue Raincoat (arr. Jonathan Goldsmith); Dance Me To the End of Love (arr. Steve MacKinnon); Hallelujah, and others. Sarah Harmer, Gregory Hoskins, Steven Page, Sarah Slean, Tom Wilson, singers. Art of Time streaming page or call 647-344-2254. Free. Available until May 9 at 7:30pm. YOUTUBE

NEW!! May 07 7:30: Royal Conservatory of Music. Discovery Concert Series: Glenn Gould School Piano Showcase. Call 416-408-0208 or visit RCM Performance. Free. ONLINE

ETCETERAS

NEWLY AVAILABLE

NEW!! Amadeus Choir. Songs from a Celtic Heart. Concert tickets are available to purchase until April 20 and you can view the concert at any time! Get tickets here. ONLINE

NEW!! Esprit Orchestra. Toothpaste: The Opera. Composer Alexina Louie and librettist/comedian Dan Redican created the “nothing-like-it-anywhere” mini-opera Toothpaste and subsequently teamed up with film director Larry Weinstein and Alex Pauk conducting Esprit, to turn it into a widely laughed at, ground-breaking 6-minute opera for TV. Starring Barbara Hannigan and the famous Kids in the Hall comedian Mark McKinney (lip-synching to the wonderful voice of Doug McNaughton). Watch here Toothpaste: The Opera. ONLINE

NEW!! Tafelmusik. Musik in Motion Video. Tafelmusik cellist Keiran Campbell performing the Prelude from Bach’s Cello Suite no. 1 in G performing on our home stage at Trinity-St. Paul's Centre in Toronto. We hope this video offers some solace until we can meet again, or, if you are new to Tafelmusik, gives you a taste of the intimacy and character for which our home venue performances are known. Watch here Bach Cello Suite. ONLINE

ONLINE BLOGS

ONLINE GROUPS

Recollectiv: A unique musical online meeting group made up of people affected by memory challenges caused by illness (such as dementia) or brain injury (stroke, PTSD, etc.) and their care partners. Volunteers of all ages also form part of the band, providing a positive intergenerational experience for all. Participation is free with pre-registration. Contact Recollectiv by email here for meeting times, information and registration. ONLINE

PODCASTS

STILL AVAILABLE

Flato Markham Theatre. Alessio Bax and Lucille Chung: Un Voyage Romantique. Mozart: Sonata in d K381; Mendelssohn: The Hebrides ("Fingal's Cave") Op.26 (arr. Mendelssohn); Schubert: Andantino varié from Divertissement on French Themes D823; Debussy: Petite Suite L65; Brahms: Hungarian Dances WoO1 - No.6 in D-flat; No.4 in f; No.5 in f-sharp. Visit Flato Markham Theatre. $24.99 USD. Available for Video on Demand 48 hours after the performance. ONLINE

Kingston Symphony. Finale of Beethoven’s Third Symphony (Eroica). Forty members of the orchestra perform the finale of the Eroica, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3 while in isolation in their homes. To view the virtual performance, please click here. For more information on the Kingston Symphony, please visit here. ONLINE

WORKSHOPS

NEW!! International Resource Centre for Performing Artists (IRCPA). Encounter with Theodore Baerg. Sign up now till May 9. For opera & art song Singers. Theodore Baerg, one of Canada’s leading baritones, will work as a mentor with 10 singers on May 21, 10am-5pm in downtown Toronto. With Andrea Grant at the piano, he will offer each singer suggestions on artistic skills, and provide valuable career information and guidance, stressing the need for professionalism and striving for excellence. There are no fees to sign up or take part. Scholarships will be assigned honouring Canadians past or present, provided through the generosity of private donors. Sign-up forms are available at IRCPA. The 10 selected singers will be announced on May 15 for the May 21 Encounter. Concert to be on June 4 or 11 (date to be confirmed).