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The Lord of the Rings & The Hobbits are coming! In a magnificent concert with a film music orchestra, choir, and star guests, the dark voice of “Saruman” actor Sir Christopher Lee introduces you to the musical world of J.R.R. Tolkien: From the threatening sounds of Mordor and the shrill attacks of the Black Riders to the beautiful lyrical melodies of the elves! A special guest from the original film cast presents “The music of The Lord of the Rings & The Hobbit – The Concert”!
One of today’s most sought-after lyric baritones on the international stage, Italian Canadian Brett Polegato has earned the highest praise from audiences and critics for his artistic sensibility. The New York Times praised him for his “burnished, well-focused voice”, which he uses with “considerable intelligence and nuance”. Robert Kortgaard is one of Canada’s most respected chamber pianists and is a favorite collaborator of many of Canada’s finest instrumental soloists, vocalists, and chamber groups. Schumann: “Frauenliebe und Leben” Matthew Ricketts: “Songs for a Judith”.
The Jeffery Concerts - Excited to showcase four exceptional London musicians: Paul Merritt (organ) will be joined by Jennifer Short (oboe), Katerina Juraskova (cello), Richard Frank, (soprano & alto saxophones). They will perform an eclectic mix of music drawn from the Baroque era to the modern day, all involving the organ. The repertoire will include works by J.S. Bach, J.L. Krebs, G. Homilius, Mendelssohn, Josef Rheinberger, William Mathias, Paul Halley, and Denis Bédard.
At the age of five, this Canadian prodigy began his piano studies; by age eight Kevin Chen had been named one of CBC’s Top 30 Hot Canadian Classical Musicians under 30 and became the youngest person to earn The Royal Conservatory of Music’s Associate Diploma. Subsequent awards include: youngest-ever winner of the Franz Liszt International Piano Competition; first prize at the Concours de Genève; and first prize in the Arthur Rubinstein Piano Master Competition. As well as being an exceptional musician, Chen is an accomplished composer and has over 100 works to his name. F. Chopin: Ballade No. 4 in F minor, Op. 52 F. Chopin: Polonaise-Fantaisie in A-Flat Major, Op. 61 F. Chopin: Variations on “Là ci darem la mano,” Op. 2 F. Liszt: Ballade No. 2 in B minor, S. 171 F. Schubert/F. Liszt: Erlkönig, S. 558 No. 4 F. Liszt: Années de pèlerinage II, Sonetto 104 del Petrarca, S. 161 No. 5 F. Liszt: Réminiscences de Don Juan, S. 418
Technical brilliance plus showmanship makes the international award-winning Chicago Brass Quintet one of the world’s preeminent brass quintets. Versatility best describes this brass ensemble as they delight audiences with an oeuvre full of both classic staples and contemporary compositions. Showy without ever showing off, the Quintet celebrates the poetry of song via musical experiences that are rich in emotion, reflection, and melody. Repertoire to include: Anthony DiLorenzo: Fire Dance Fisher Tull: Exhibition Aaron Copland (arr. Erik Morales): The Promise of Living Antonio Carlos Jobim (arr. Bob Driggs): Girl from Ipanema Ignacio Calvo (arr. Jay Lichtmann): Andean Op. 16 Astor Piazzolla (arr. Serdar Cizmeci): Oblivion Dan Anderson: Huapango
A true holiday favourite, this beloved comedy classic features renowned composer John Williams’ charming and delightful score performed live to picture. Macaulay Culkin stars as Kevin McCallister, an 8-year-old boy who’s accidentally left behind when his family leaves for Christmas vacation, and who must defend his home against two bungling thieves. Hilarious and heart-warming, Home Alone is holiday fun for the entire family!
Join the Don Wright Faculty of Music for the first percussion ensemble concert of the year. The Western University Percussion Ensemble, under the direction of Richard Burrows and the TorQ Percussion Quartet, is a dynamic performing group presenting concerts both on campus and off.
The Don Wright Faculty of Music at Western University invites you to the first Jazz Combos concert of the year! Jazz Combos are performing musical groups that are open by audition to all Western students. Students rehearse and perform standard and contemporary repertoire for small jazz ensemble. Join us for the Jazz Combos fall concert! All are welcome to attend – No RSVP required. This is a free event and end times are approximate. Attending an event in person? Changes happen! Check our events calendar before you leave home. https://music.uwo.ca/events/index.html For tips on transit, parking, guest expectations, accessibility and more please visit https://music.uwo.ca/events/useful-information.html
The Don Wright Faculty of Music at Western University invites you to the Salsa Band's fall concert! The Salsa Band—dubbed Los Gansitos ("the baby geese") in honour of Western's perennial guest stars—plays music from places like Cuba, Puerto Rico, Colombia, Venezuela, and New York, commonly called ‘Salsa.’
The Don Wright Faculty of Music invites you to this week’s Fridays at 12:30 PM concert showcasing contemporary Canadian repertoire performed by pianist and faculty member Christine Tithecott who will be joined on stage by Andy Cloutier, guitar; Trevor Chartrand, piano; and faculty members Ronald George, horn; Patricia Green, soprano; Bobbi Thompson, saxophone; Jana Starling, clarinet; and Annette-Barbara Vogel, violin, to present a diverse musical exploration.
The Don Wright Faculty of Music at Western University invites you to the second Symphonic Band concert of the season! The program opens with The Sinfonians by Clifton Williams, followed by Grainger's Irish Tune from County Derry, Kirkpatrick Fanfare by Andrew Boysen Jr., Allan Gordon Bell's evocative work From Chaos to the Birth of a Dancing Star, and concludes with Tempered Steel by Charles Young.
Get into the festive spirit with the London Concert Band's "Seasonal Favourites"! Join us for an evening of heartwarming Christmas classics with a fresh twist. From timeless carols to cheerful holiday tunes, some of your favourites will be reimagined in exciting new ways. Perfect for the whole family, this concert is sure to fill you with holiday cheer and surprises! Let the music take you on a joyful journey to celebrate the season!
The Don Wright Faculty of Music at Western University invites you to join us for the Pop Band end-of-term concert! One of Western’s newest ensembles, the Pop Band is a large format ensemble playing North American popular music ranging from the 1950s to present day. All are welcome to attend – No RSVP required. This is a free event and end times are approximate. Attending an event in person? Changes happen! Check our events calendar before you leave home. https://music.uwo.ca/events/index.html For tips on transit, parking, guest expectations, accessibility and more please visit https://music.uwo.ca/events/useful-information.html
The Don Wright Faculty of Music at Western University invites you to the Fall Contemporary Music Studio concert!
The Don Wright Faculty of Music at Western University invites you to join us for a concert of electroacoustic music, featuring new electronic compositions by student composers.
The Don Wright Faculty of Music at Western University invites you to a choral concert featuring two of our choirs Chorale and Western University Singers. These ensembles will present a concert thematically titled Mix and Match, ending the semester on a high note and combining forces to share music for both mixed and equal-voiced choirs.
The Don Wright Faculty of Music at Western University invites you to Les Choristes concert – a journey through music that explores a variety of human emotions and storytelling, from the hauntingly beautiful to the rhythmically pulsing!
Have you ever wondered about the many musical traditions that come from the vast lands of the Americas? From the jazz sounds of North America to the passionate melodies of South America, each tradition has something valuable to offer to the world of classical music.