2023–2024 Concert Season

Photograph of the Stratton Soloists holding musical instruments standing outdoors.

STRATTON SOLOISTS

Sunday, October 29, 2023 – 2:30 pm

ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN

Well, they’re back. Popular demand has made this dynamic and intimate ensemble an Orillia favourite. The Stratton Soloists are all members of the Toronto Concert Orchestra’s principal players. Named in memory of Kerry Stratton’s musical legacy, Stratton Soloists continues Kerry’s heart of sharing music – the firm belief that good music can be found in all genres, and classical music can be enjoyed by all. Stratton Soloists brings diverse programming performed with virtuosity, spirit, and imaginative musicianship.

For more information about the TCO, visit their website.

Photogaph of Daniel Vnukowski, wearing a suit looking into the distance.

DANIEL VNUKOWSKI

Sunday, November 26, 2023 – 2:30 pm

ST. PAUL’S UNITED

 In New York, they said… “a pianist to watch”. In Britain, they said… “a dashing pianist”. In Orillia, we’re saying… “ Can’t wait!”.

From Canada to Italy. From Poland to Argentina. Daniel Vnukowski has charmed the world and in the spirit of Lizt, Chopin and Beethoven he will not only be a must see, but a must hear! The piano never sounded so good.

 In the meantime…catch him every morning as the morning radio host on Classical 96 FM.

For more information about Daniel, visit his website.

Collage of two photographs arranged side by side. The photograph on the left is of Chris Robinson playing piano in his home. The photograph on the right is of Will Davis playing the saxophone against a black background.

 

CHRIS ROBINSON – WILL DAVIS QUARTET

Sunday, January 28, 2024 – 2:30 pm

ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN

 If there’s one word to describe the Chris Robinson – Will Davis Quartet… it’s COOL!

Chris Robinson and Will Davis have a mutual love for the songs from the great American songbook which they perform with style and passion. Both veterans of the Canadian jazz scene, Chris plays saxophones and vocalizes in a unique way to tell the story of each song while Will provides a stalwart harmonic and rhythmic backdrop on keyboards.                                            

Together with the expert accompaniment of bass and drums you’ll be truly entertained by the way they bring to life the music of Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles, Louis Jordan, Peggy Lee and many more.

James Campbell wearing a suit and red glasses, holding a clarinet.

JAMES CAMPBELL TRIO

Sunday, March 24, 2024 – 2:30 pm

ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN

The Ottawa Citizen calls him “Canada’s premier clarinetist”.

This world class Clarinetist has collaborated with Glenn Gould and Aaron Copland. He has performed as a soloist and chamber musician in over 35 countries with over 60 orchestras and 35 string quartets. He has been awarded, the Juno, the Order of Canada, the Queen’s Gold and Diamond Jubilee medal, an Honorary Doctor of Law and has been the driving force as Artistic Director of the Festival of the Sound since 1985. Needless to say, JAMES CAMPBELL is a monumental talent.

See him in concert with pianist Angela Park and soprano Leslie Fagan.

Members of Ensemble Vivant smiling at the camera.

ENSEMBLE VIVANT

Sunday, May 5, 2024 – 2:30 pm

ORILLIA OPERA HOUSE

Captivating, enchanting and certainly vivacious!

ENSEMBLE VIVANT returns to delight Orillia with its special blend of classical pearls and jazzy pop gems. Mining the  Classical, Ragtime, Latin and American Song books, this brilliant chamber ensemble is a perfect ending to a perfect season. Join us and join Artistic Director, Catherine Wilson as she heads up this Canadian musical treasure of piano and string.