June 21 to 24
Montréal, QC

Festival Montreal BaroqueFor Montreal Baroque's 16th year, Georg Frederic Handel will inspire a sumptuous menu including a panoply of rare works by the great master of drama! From June 21 to 24, the 16th edition of the Montreal Baroque Festival returns with Hallelujah Handel!, bringing the city to life with the sounds of baroque bonbons known and loved by all, as well as unknown works by the great master and music that he would have heard down at the pub! Hallelujah Handel! will reflect Handel’s flamboyant character - with unique performances of rarely heard works performed in unusual settings.

514-845-7171
www.Montrealbaroque.com
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July 20 to August 11
Parry Sound, ON

Festival of the SoundConcerts – Cruises – Talks. Canada’s finest Jazz and Classical Summer Music Festival. Experience world-class chamber, jazz and folk music combined with the beautiful landscape of Georgian Bay! In its 39-year history, the Festival of the Sound has become a go-to destination for musicians and music lovers alike. The festival is internationally recognized by various organizations, including by the CBC as one of Canada’s Top Summer Festivals, and by Festivals & Events Ontario as one of the Top 100 Festivals or Events in Ontario. From July 20 to August 11, the Festival of the Sound hosts over 60 events, with over 70 musicians and 20 ensembles from Canada and around the world. Contact our box office at 1-866-364-0061 and book your tickets today.

705-746-2410
www.festivalofthesound.ca
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August 15 to 19
Haliburton, ON

The Forest FestivalThe magic begins. The Forest Festival…five days, seven outstanding all-Canadian musical artists, one unforgettable experience. Join us August 15 through 19 for a celebration of the senses that will connect you with music and nature and leave you spellbound. Imagine sitting in an amphitheatre - overlooking a wilderness lake deep in the heart of Haliburton Forest & Wild Life Reserve; or in the rustic intimacy of the Historic Logging Museum with the warm acoustics only a vintage wood and timber building can offer. The 2018 lineup features something for all musical tastes from celtic to roots to blues and much more. Don't miss: Susan Aglukark, Sarah Harmer, Cowboy Junkies, Rob Lutes, The Sultans of String, BMC Organ Trio with special guest Ian Hendrickson-Smith and Leahy.

800-631-2198
http://www.theforestfestival.com/
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July 26 to August 27
Haliburton, ON

Highlands Opera StudioJoin us for our 12th season! Hear the best emerging professional voices from across Canada in the beauty of the Haliburton Highlands, only 2 1/2 hours northeast of the GTA. Established in 2007 by internationally-acclaimed Canadian tenor Richard Margison and Canadian stage director/violist Valerie Kuinka, Highlands Opera Studio is an advanced intensive professional training and networking program for emerging opera professionals. Chosen from 150+ applicants from across Canada and into the States, the 2018 participants can be heard in public masterclasses, multiple concerts, community events, and three fully-staged operas: La Bohème, and a double-bill of comic Canadian operas, The Glove and The Troublemaker. Love to sing yourself? Get involved in the Highlands Opera Community School!

855-455-5533
www.Highlandsoperastudio.com
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30 August to 8 September
Calgary, AB

Honens discovers, nurtures, and presents Complete Artists—21st century pianists for 21st century audiences. The Honens International Piano Competition takes place every three years and is considered one of the world’s most prestigious events of its kind. Honens prepares its Laureates for the rigours and realities of professional careers in music and creates opportunities for growth and exposure. The annual Honens Festival is one of Canada’s premier classical music events, intended to share Mrs. Honens’ love of world renowned music with Albertans every year.

403-299-0130
http://www.honens.com

June 15 to August 25
Toronto, ON

Not taking that summer road trip? Didn’t get tickets for that festival? Cottage burnt down?  Hugh’s Room Live has a concert outing to offer you! Please join us at the Summer Nights Festival, a wide-ranging program of international and local luminaries from the folk, blues, jazz and world music spectrum. Featured within the Summer Nights Festival are two new series. Solo Piano Double is a crazy quilt of styles including artists such as Jenie Thai to Robi Botos. Our Songwriting Sessions series matches songcrafters Ariana Gillis, Jon Brooks among many more. From the Barra MacNeils to the Shuffle Demons to David Bromberg, come on out to Dundas West for music from overseas and around the block. Make us your destination for Summer Nights!

416-533-5483
www.hughsroomlive.com
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September 14 to 16
Toronto, ON

Described as “wildly successful” by The Globe and Mail, the inaugural Kensington Market Jazz Festival debuted in style the second weekend of September 2016, when over 200 Toronto musicians performed over 100 shows at 9 venues in Kensington Market. Founder Molly Johnson and her team developed this festival to celebrate the neighbourhood’s cultural history, as well as Toronto’s world-class musical fabric of professional musicians. The festival is a not-for-profit organization committed to presenting live musical excellence. The 2018 edition will take place September 14, 15, 16, where KMJF will present over 400 artists, in over 24 venues - CASH ONLY at the door. This year we have some very exciting new venues. Subscribe to our newsletter at kensingtonjazz.com for more details.

347-789-2034
www.kensingtonjazz.com
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August 12 to 17
Kincardine, ON

Kincardine Summer Music FestivalCelebrating its 27th anniversary, KSMF is known for excellent programming. The Festival presents fabulous concerts starring award-winning artists. 2018 JUNO award winner Mike Downes Quartet, August 13, Whiskey Jack, August 14, All Day Breakfast String Band and Scottish Fling, August 15, trailblazing violinist Andrea Tyniec, August 16, Heavyweight Brass Band, August 17. Don't miss the free 4 O’Clock in the Park concerts August 12 - 17 in downtown Victoria Park. KSMF music education classes run daily August 13 to 17 for everyone from beginners to experienced players, age 7 to adult. Guitar, Strings, Bands and Vocals on the shores of Lake Huron - Music and the Beach! Kincardine Summer Music Festival – creating fabulous musical experiences for 27 years!

519-396-9716
www.ksmf.ca
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July 21 to August 11
Prince Edward County & Picton, ON

Music at Port Milford2018 marks Music at Port Milford’s 32nd year of bringing internationally-renowned artist faculty to Prince Edward County to create an inspiring summer music experience. Saturday Chamber Music Series: Tickets: $30 adult, $10 student, $5 Youth (12 and under); Season Pass: $100 adult, $30 Student, $15 Youth (12 and under). July 21, 7:30 p.m, Phenomenal Woman: Tokai String Quartet, joined by pianist, Angela Park; soprano, Rebecca Kenneally; actor, Joan McBride. July 28, 7:30 p.m, Form, Balance, Motion: Quatuor Saguenay (Alcan) with pianist, Allison Gagnon. August 4, 7:30 p.m, Ludwig meets Dizzy: Harlem String Quartet. August 11, 7:30 p.m, Folk Connection: Port Milford Chamber Players.

613-476-7735
www.musicatportmilford.org

August 27 to 31
Toronto, ON

Music From ScratchIn partnership with the Canadian Music Centre, Music From Scratch is a free week-long music creation workshop for people between the ages of 18 and 25. Facilitated by Jerry Pergolesi and guest composer/sound creator Giorgio Magnanensi, and guided by the Contact ensemble, participants engage in creative listening, writing, movement and improvisation exercises, leading to the performance of a series of collaborative sound works. Music From Scratch helps participants develop new skills and the confidence to take risks both as listeners and creators. No experience necessary! Just a willingness to learn and explore your own inner creativity.

416-961-6601 x207
http://www.musicfromscratch.org/
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2017 SUMMER MUSIC GUIDE

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

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

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

We wish you a melodious and magnificent summer!

THE 2017 GREEN PAGES TEAM

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

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

2018 SUMMER MUSIC GUIDE

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

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

Enjoy everything musical and more this beautiful summer season!

The 2018 Green Pages Team

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

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

2019 SUMMER MUSIC GUIDE

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

The 2019 Green Pages Team

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

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

2020 SUMMER MUSIC GUIDE

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

The 2020 Green Pages Team

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

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

2021 SUMMER MUSIC GUIDE

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

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

2022 SUMMER MUSIC GUIDE

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

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

2023 SUMMER MUSIC GUIDE

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

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

2024 SUMMER MUSIC GUIDE

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

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

2025 SUMMER MUSIC GUIDE

Welcome to The WholeNote’s 21st annual Green Pages guide to summer music! We've invited music festivals from across Ontario to let you know what they're up to this summer - there are festivals of all kinds and genres, from classical to jazz to opera and more! Have a look at the profiles presented here, to stay connected to the music and artists you love, over the summer months.

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

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