Clear Lake Chamber Music Festival
August 11, August 21 to August 26
Onanole Community Centre, Riding Mountain National Park, MB
The Clear Lake Chamber Music Festival, under the artistic direction of one of Canada's leading concert pianists, Alexander Tselyakov, has become an important part of Canada's cultural calendar, the most exciting and first event of its kind that Manitoba has to offer. Come enjoy a celebration of summer with classical music, jazz and outstanding musicians in the natural beauty of Riding Mountain National Park, Manitoba. The festival will take place on August 11, and then from August 21 to August 26. For more details, please see our website.
204-571-6547 or 204-727-9631
www.clearlakefestival.ca
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