July 25 to August 9, 2025
Parry Sound, ON

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Festival of the Sound. Photo credit: Jeffrey SafferFounded in 1979 by pianist Anton Kuerti, the Festival of the Sound in Parry Sound, Ontario, has grown into one of Canada’s leading summer music festivals. Under the artistic direction of clarinetist James Campbell since 1985, it presents world-class performances in the renowned Charles W. Stockey Centre. The 2025 season, running from July 25 to August 9, offers an exciting mix of chamber music, jazz weekend events, candlelight concerts, opera, and musical cruises on Georgian Bay. Enriching experiences such as masterclasses, artist talks, community events by donation, and collaborations with emerging and established artists round out the program, making it a highlight of the Canadian cultural calendar.

1-866-364-0061
www.festivalofthesound.ca
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June 30 to July 1, 2025
The Aga Khan Museum, Toronto, ON

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Rhythms of CanadaCelebrate Canada Day with the whole family at the Aga Khan Museum. Experience Canada’s rich cultural tapestry with two days of world-class performances, hands-on activities for all ages, and delicious food. Watch the entire site — from the Aga Khan Museum to the Aga Khan Park — come alive with music, art, and vibrant celebration.

Enjoy free admission to the Museum Collections Gallery throughout the entire festival. Bring your creativity to life with our hands-on workshops. Visit the Rhythms of Canada Family Tent to enjoy fun arts and crafts activities with the whole family, including special activations from partners like the Ontario Science Centre. Sample some of Toronto's favourite food trucks and prepare to dance and sing to the sounds and rhythms of the city.

aqil.pirani@akdn.org
www.agakhanmuseum.org/rhythmsofcanada
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August 8 to 10, 2025
Harbourfront Centre, Toronto, ON

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Habari Africa Festival. Photo Credit: Delphy PhotographyBatuki Music Society is proud to present the Habari Africa Festival at Harbourfront Centre from Friday, August 8 to Sunday, August 10, 2025. Habari Africa is a multi-disciplinary music and arts festival that displays the rich and diverse cultures of Africa. Join us for a weekend of exploration and engagement with the art, sounds and tastes of the continent. The festival will offer an authentic experience through presentations that celebrate the uniqueness, wealth and diversity of African music, dance, film and arts. The annual Habari Africa Festival is a focal point of Torontoʼs cultural calendar, bringing together musicians and performing artists from all over the world. The festival is an all-ages family event presented free to the public. Batuki Music is a non-profit African arts organization based in Toronto.

batukimusic@yahoo.com
www.batukimusic.com
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August 16 to 17, 2025
Unionville Main Street and Carleton Avenue, Markham, ON

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Markham Jazz Festival: Photo Credit: Larry FruitmanThe 2025 Markham Jazz Festival happens Saturday and Sunday, August 16 and 17 in historic Unionville, Ontario, showcasing more than 30 free jazz, blues, soul and related acts on three+ stages. This year's headliners include multiple Juno Award winner Caity Gyorgy, legendary reggae/soul singer Jay Douglas & His All-Stars, the stellar jazz/funk/blues group Shuffle Demons and many more.

Thousands attend from many regions to experience award-winning music, stroll to shops and restaurants between stages, and mingle with like-minded fans. Free parking and continuous shuttle service to the festival site from a nearby location. Accessible. Come to this charming heritage village setting and meet professional, up-and-coming artists, as well as the amazing performers you already know and love!

647-983-7777
www.markhamjazzfestival.com
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July 3, July 12, July 17, August 11 and August 19, 2025
St. Paul's Church, Amherst Island, Stella, ON

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Waterside Summer SeriesDiscover the enchantment of classical music in an extraordinary setting. Our concerts are held in the beautiful St. Paul Church on picturesque Amherst Island. Island, Waterside offers a unique experience of rural peace combined with concerts by remarkable and world-renowned musicians - an experience you won't want to miss. Waterside is celebrating our 30th year, with warm thanks and appreciation to our sponsors, and the dedication of our artistic director, Beverly Harris.

This season, our highlights include a repeat appearance of the celebrated Gryphon Trio, and a free children's concert by the Poulenc Trio. All ticket information and purchase options are available on our website. We are an easy ferry ride from the parking lot at Millhaven dock, and all concerts are at 3:15pm.

musicwaterside@gmail.com
www.watersidemusic.ca
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July 9 to 18, 2025
Collingwood, ON

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Collingwood Music Festival. Credit: Tjalling PhotographyFrom July 9 to 18, experience the magic of the 2025 Collingwood Music Festival. This year features the legendary Canadian Brass, and the Elmer Iseler Singers with a commissioned work by Ian Cusson. Dive into the world of tango with Payadora with Legend of Carau. The Montreal Guitar Trio concert brings a tribute to Ennio Morricone, while families can take in the free outdoor Symphony Under the Stars, and a family-fun night with Guy Few. The festival also shines a spotlight on the next generation of musicians through inspiring youth performances. The Gershwin Gala concludes the Festival, featuring internationally acclaimed soprano Adrianne Pieczonka, and our Artistic Director Daniel Vnukowski. From intimate chamber concerts to grand open-air events, the Collingwood Music Festival offers unforgettable experiences for all!

liesbeth@collingwoodfestival.com
www.collingwoodfestival.com
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October 14 to November 5, 2025
5183 Sheppard Ave. E, Toronto, ON

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Since 2010, the CCCTIMF has established a solid name as one of the most reputable and high-profile music festivals in Canada. The festival is held in recognition of the artistic achievements of young musicians, providing them with the opportunity to learn, grow, and showcase their potential in performance. It also provides performance opportunities for young musicians to help bring the scope of their talents to new heights. The annual festival is conducted at the 626-seat, state-of-the-art P.C. Ho concert hall in Toronto. Trophies, medals, and scholarships are awarded to the winners based on the class criteria. Selected winners will receive the opportunity to perform in the Gala Concert and the "Rising Star" concert series. For more information, please visit our website.

ccctimf@cccgt.org
www.ccctimf.org
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September 12 to 14, 2025
Wasaga Beach, ON

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Stonebridge Wasaga Beach BluesThe Stonebridge Wasaga Beach Blues Festival is returning for our 13th year. Join us from September 12 to 14 and enjoy the diverse musical performances on our two main stages, featuring performances by 20 bands, including Blushing Brides, Shawn Kellerman, Durham County Poets, Shawn Cloutier and the Crack of Dawn. Enjoy the variety of food and beverages in our vibrant vendor's village and liquid lounge.

hello@wasagabeachblues.com
www.wasagabeachblues.com
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June 21 to August 29, 2025
Toronto Music Garden, 479 Queens Quay West, Toronto, ON

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Summer Music in the Garden. Photo Credit: Harbourfront BIAHarbourfront Centre's Summer Music in the Garden is an intimate live music experience by the waterfront, occurring most Thursdays and Sundays all summer. The 2025 season celebrates the 24th season of Summer Music in the Garden and the 26th anniversary of the Toronto Music Garden, which will feature 18 free performances by JUNO Award-winning Canadian musicians and artists from across Canada and internationally, bringing jazz, soul, Middle Eastern baroque and cyberpunk to audiences.

info@harbourfrontcentre.com
www.harbourfrontcentre.com
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July 28 to August 11, 2025
Midland Cultural Centre, 333 King St, Midland, ON

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Brookside Festival of the Bay. Photo credit: True North BassJust an hour north of Toronto, Brookside Music’s 2025 ‘Festival of the Bay‘ in Midland will keep the music in summer with these internationally acclaimed performances. Join us at the Midland Cultural Centre at 7pm for: (Mon, July 28) - True North Brass; (Thur, July 31) - Janina Fialkowska; (Mon, Aug 4) - Rudersdal Chamber Players , Paul Marelyn; (Thur, Aug 7) - Opera Plus Opera arias, Brahms and Liebesleider Walzes and (Mon, August 11) - James Campbell, Cameron Crozman, Graham Campbell, Carter Johnson.

Series Pass available at the door until July 28 for $125 + hst. Reg. $35 hst/sc - Students attend for FREE! Visit our website and join us for the sweet sounds of summer!

705-527-4420
www.brooksidemusic.com
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Green Pages 2017

2017 SUMMER MUSIC GUIDE

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

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

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

We wish you a melodious and magnificent summer!

THE 2017 GREEN PAGES TEAM

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

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

Green Pages 2018

2018 SUMMER MUSIC GUIDE

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

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

Enjoy everything musical and more this beautiful summer season!

The 2018 Green Pages Team

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

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

Green Pages 2019

2019 SUMMER MUSIC GUIDE

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

The 2019 Green Pages Team

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

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

Green Pages 2020

2020 SUMMER MUSIC GUIDE

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

The 2020 Green Pages Team

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

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

Green Pages 2021

2021 SUMMER MUSIC GUIDE

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

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

Green Pages 2022

2022 SUMMER MUSIC GUIDE

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

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

Green Pages 2023

2023 SUMMER MUSIC GUIDE

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

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

Green Pages 2024

2024 SUMMER MUSIC GUIDE

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

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

Green Pages 2025

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.

Green Pages 2026

2026 SUMMER MUSIC GUIDE

Welcome to The WholeNote’s 22nd 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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