Victoria-based composer Tobin Stokes has made headlines in recent years, and for all the right reasons, too. (Perhaps you’ve heard of his opera, Rattenbury, based on the life and demise of the famed architect responsible for the BC Parliament Buildings and the Empress Hotel; his high-profile collaboration with Canadian author Margaret Atwood; or his numerous documentary […]
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Reserve your seats for the BCCF Chorfest 2017 Gala Concert!
United in Song – Celebrating Canada’s 150th! Sunday, May 21, 2017: 2:30pm University Centre Farquhar Auditorium General Tickets: – admission is complimentary – all seating is reserved – small ticket handling fee will apply – donations to support the BCCF will be gratefully accepted at the door Call the box office: 250-721-8480 Buy your complimentary ticket OnLine […]
Read MoreAcclaimed Heimir Male Choir Performs in Vancouver on April 24
The professional Icelandic, Heimir Men’s Choir will be in Vancouver for its Canadian debut performance of “Greetings from Iceland.” The 50 person choir will perform spectacular arrangements, including never before heard songs directed by Stefan Gislason. The concert will also feature Icelandic soloists Thora Einarsdóttir (soprano) and Óskar Pétursson (tenor). The concert is part of […]
Read MoreWest End Chamber Choir presents Choir Composer Fest 2017
In honour of Canada’s 150th celebration, the West End Chamber Choir is pleased to announce a workshop and concert led by renowned Canadian composer Imant Raminsh featuring his works. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet, learn, and perform the music of an outstanding Canadian composer! Workshop: Saturday May 27th 10am-3:00pm West End Community Centre, […]
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