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

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