Ava Shadmani

Iranian violinist, Ava Shadmani, earned her Doctor of Musical Arts in Violin Performance from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She was a member of UW’s prestigious graduate string quartet and received the David and Edith Sinaiko Frank fellowship for a woman in the Arts. Ava’s creative research “Unheard Voices of Iran,” aims to foster an understanding […]

Opera Lirica

Opera Lirica, a Vancouver-based opera company founded by Artistic Director Trudy Chalmers, brings opera to the community by way of free concerts, workshops, a community opera chorus, and more! Opera Lirica is excited to present a concert of Mexican canciones, as well as arias from Spanish opera and zarzuelas, performed by pianist and Music Director […]

The Vancouver Chopin Society – Fergus Kwan

Fergus Kwan is a concert pianist, composer, and writer who resides in Vancouver, British Columbia. He is an undergraduate student at the University of British Columbia, a student of Dr. Corey Hamm; Fergus has also studied with Dr. Henri-Paul Sicsic and has participated in masterclasses with many master-teachers, including Jon Kimura Parker, Henry Kramer, Ilana […]

240 Northern – Never Odd of Even

A composition for Dance and percussion in a palindrome. Never Odd of Even Composed by Greg Samek 240 Northern is a music studio located in the Downtown Eastside. Since 2015 it has been hosting, promoting, and creating music with local artists with a strong focus on the percussive arts. Jessica Heaven – Dancer Sarah Kuhl […]

240 Northern – Music for Piece of Wood

Music for Pieces of Wood composed by Steve Reich recorded by Fringe Percussion. Music for Piece of Wood Composed by Steve Reich 240 Northern is a music studio located in the Downtown Eastside. Since 2015 it has been hosting, promoting, and creating music with local artists with a strong focus on the percussive arts. Gael […]

Aerie Trio – The Art of Harmonizing Music and Food

On April 17th, 2023, Aerie Trio performed for a special dinner at House of Boateng restaurant in Victoria. Each piece was written for the dinner by composer Diane Berry, inspired by places on the island, with dishes created by Chef Castro Boateng, inspired by the same places. This video features the performance of three of […]