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Les AMIS Concerts has introduced new performers, new repertoire and innovative music-making to the classical music canon in the 39 years since incorporating in 1983.
Now, in its 40th year, Les AMIS' primary goal continues to be to nurture talented young musicians at the earliest stages of their professional careers. It is also its policy to introduce them to works by contemporary Canadian composers at every opportunity. Emerging artists are showcased with more established performers who, in many cases, were first presented by Les AMIS at the beginning of their careers. Les AMIS aims to achieve its goals by sponsoring recitals with programs containing works selected by the performers themselves. As well, at least one Canadian composition is recommended or commissioned by Les AMIS especially for them. In this way, the Les AMIS audience is continuously introduced to upcoming artists as well as new Canadian music repertoire.
Les Amis Concert – February 5, 2023
Performance at Victoria Hall at 3:00 pm
Don McKayTickets $35 - email to Ken Prue This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Victoria Hall Box Office
Monday - Friday: 9am - 4:30pm
905-372-2210 or 1-855-372-2210
55 King Street West Cobourg, ON K9A 2M2
Live performance by:
Christine Carter, Clarinet
Zoë Martin-Doike, Viola
Anna Petrova, Piano
With Don McKay, Poetry
Program
Iris Trio Program Details, Winter 2023 Canadian Tour
Project Earth: The Blue Chapter
Iris TrioCelebrated for their imaginative programming and powerhouse performances, the Iris Trio (clarinetist Christine Carter, violist Zoë Martin-Doike, and pianist Anna Petrova) returns to Canada for a much-anticipated tour. Together with distinguished Canadian poet, Don McKay (Governor General’s Award, Griffin Poetry Prize), they present the “Blue Chapter” of their multi-year “Project Earth,” including stunning new works by McKay and Juno-nominated composer/jazz pianist Florian Hoefner.
Project Earth is the Trio’s response to the triple planetary crisis. Through newly commissioned poetry and genre-crossing chamber music, the project strives to illuminate the impact of human behavior on the environment, addressing issues of climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss, while recognizing the power of our collective imagination to create meaningful change.
Chorus of Wishes (2022)
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Florian Hoefner (b. 1982) |
| Don McKay, original poetry | |
Kinds of Blue (2022)
|
Florian Hoefner (b. 1982) |
| Don McKay, original poetry | |
Bird Island Suite (2019)
|
Florian Hoefner (b. 1982) |
| Don McKay, original poetry |
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