Symphony NB unwraps a special present for the whole family with the incredible Mr. Mark!
Included in the performance will be …
Music from “The Nutcracker” [Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy] Gounod’s “Dance of the Marionettes” The theme from “Hockey Night in Canada” Leroy Anderson’s “Blue Tango” Fantasia on “Greensleeves” A mash up of “Carol of the Bells” and Mendelssohn’s “Scherzo” Prokofiev’s “Troika” from Lieutenant Kijé Music from Britten’s “Simple Symphony” Portions of Rossini’s “William Tell Overture” Sing-along carols
The Fiddlehead is turning 80! We invite you to join us Saturday, February 8th at the Fredericton Public Library for the opening of our exhibit 80 Years of Art at The Fiddlehead which will feature a retrospective of the artwork associated with the magazine over the years.
During the exhibition opening, we will also launch our Winter 2025 issue with readings from contributors: celebrating the next installment of The Fiddlehead. This event is also part of FROSTival!
Join us for the first noon-hour concert of 2025! This pay-what-you-can performance features two local musicians in the beautiful Memorial Hall auditorium at 9 Bailey Dr on UNB Campus.
Classical guitarist Steven Peacock and bassist Howard Baer explore a number of ways in which the classical and jazz idioms can intersect in music for these two instruments, not only stylistically but also in terms of form, melody, harmony and technique. Audiences can expect a few swing, blues and Latin jazz standards (such as How High the Moon, Bags Groove and Blue Bossa) along with new arrangements of primarily South American repertoire for classical guitar and several compositions (such as Ghislaine, Cassie’s Song and Rondo alla bossa) by the guitarist.
A certain classical sensibility, an improvisatory energy and immediacy, and an unmistakeable Latin flair join forces in what promises to be a unique and innovative program.
For more information, visit our website at unb.ca/musicunb
Join us at the George Fry Gallery for Creative Reconnaissance, a stunning multi-disciplinary showcase celebrating the creativity of NBCCD’s instructors and staff.
Running from December 5, 2024, to January 22, 2025, this exhibition highlights the diverse talents of 28 artists who guide and inspire New Brunswick’s next generation of creatives.
Opening Night Reception Be part of the excitement at the free public reception on December 5, 2024, from 4:30–6:00 PM. Meet the artists and explore their remarkable works firsthand.
Join us for the unveiling of the newly restored “Beavers” sculpture by Acadian artist Claude Roussel at the Beaverbrook Art Gallery, on November 23, 2024 from 2PM to 4PM!
This restoration project, in partnership with the City of Fredericton, returns this iconic piece to public view. Come celebrate this cherished part of Fredericton’s history and the rich cultural heritage it represents!
Our sell-out favourite is back by popular demand! Come take a pause from the busy holiday festivities with a relaxing musical evening by candlelight. We’ll be turning down the lights, lighting some candles, and playing heart-warming seasonal music. Perfect for the whole family. In the spirit of the season, $5 from every ticket sold will be donated to the local United Way.
December 13th, 7:30PM | Fredericton | Wilmot United Church
Tickets: $30 Adult | $25 Senior | $20 Student
Established in 2019, the Elm City String Quartet was brought together by their passion for chamber music and a desire to share their love of quartet repertoire with their home town of Fredericton. With Victor Vivas and Mercedes Salazar on violin, Mark Kleyn on viola, and Emily Kennedy on cello, the ECSQ’s exciting and broad programming pairs works by today’s composers alongside celebrated quartet classics. Their first performance was a memorable evening in a small art gallery that was so packed, there were children sitting on the floor between their music stands. Since then, the quartet has been captivating New Brunswick communities with their broad programming and charismatic playing.
piú Presents: Scions x Pallmer at Wilmot United Church
Saturday, Nov. 23, 7:30pm, Wilmot United Church
Tickets: $18 in advance | $20 at the door
più is a new concert series dedicated to music that defies genre. più is a musical term that translates to “more,” and this is the core of the series: to encourage the creation and presentation of performances that we’d like to see more of. Ambient, experimental, sound art and contemporary classical music – più is dedicated to fostering an appreciation and audience for these artforms via presentation, community building, and creation facilitation.
To soft launch the series, we’re pleased to be presenting Nova Scotia / Ontario supergroup, Scions on November 23rd at Wilmot United Church at 7:30PM. The evening will begin with an opening set by Fredericton’s Pallmer.
Explore the Intersections of Sound, Emotion, and Community
The Contemporary Music Festival is back for 2024 with the theme “Echoes.” This year, the festival explores how music can reflect the challenges of our world like chaos, isolation, and loss while also offering hope, resilience, and connection. Join us for three special concerts that highlight diversity, creativity, and the beauty of life’s imperfections.
Concert 1: Loves Songs Date & Time: Nov. 22, 2024, 7:30 p.m. Venue: Memorial Hall, UNB Campus, Fredericton
Experience diverse soundscapes inspired by local culture and nature in this capstone performance, featuring an improvised piece shaped by community-gathered sounds and visuals of biodiversity. The festival also debuts “Call Me Mother” by LGBTQ composer Matthew-John Knights, celebrating inclusivity and love. The program concludes with works by Hildegard Westerkamp and Juliet Palmer.
Performers: Karin Aurell (flute), Norman Adams (cello), Nadia Francavilla (violin), Carl Philippe Gionet (piano)
Concert 2: Offrande Date & Time: Nov. 23, 2024, 7:30 p.m. Venue: Christ Church Cathedral (To be confirmed)
Experience the close-knit harmonies of flute, violin, cello, organ, and piano. This performance weaves both the personal and the public into a memorable musical offering in memory of the legacy of two extraordinary composers, Rachel Laurin (1961–2023) and Kaija Saariaho (1952–2023).
Performers: Nadia Francavilla (violins), Danielle Sametz (violins), Sue Sayle (viola), Norman Adams (cello), Carl Philippe Gionet (piano), Karin Aurell (flute), Richard Horsnby (clarinet), Thomas Gonder (organ)
Concert 3: Women of the North Date & Time: Nov. 24, 2024, 7:30 p.m. Venue: Memorial Hall, UNB Campus, Fredericton
Inspired by personal relocation during the 2023 NWT wildfire season, Carmen Braden, a composer from Yellowknife, debuted a dramatic new piece at this performance, which is a celebration of creativity and resiliency. In addition, the performance includes pieces by Juliet Palmer, Anna Höstman, and Cassandra Miller that pay moving tribute to northern women and their stories.
Performers: Christina Haldane (voice), Nadia Francavilla (violin), Mark Kleyn (viola), Norman Adams (cello), Carl Philippe Gionet (piano), Karin Aurell (flute), Richard Hornsby (clarinet), Joel Cormier (percussion)
Explore the Intersections of Sound, Emotion, and Community
The Contemporary Music Festival is back for 2024 with the theme “Echoes.” This year, the festival explores how music can reflect the challenges of our world like chaos, isolation, and loss while also offering hope, resilience, and connection. Join us for three special concerts that highlight diversity, creativity, and the beauty of life’s imperfections.
Concert 1: Love Songs Date & Time: Nov. 22, 2024, 7:30 p.m. Venue: Memorial Hall, UNB Campus, Fredericton
Experience diverse soundscapes inspired by local culture and nature in this capstone performance, featuring an improvised piece shaped by community-gathered sounds and visuals of biodiversity. The festival also debuts “Call Me Mother” by LGBTQ composer Matthew-John Knights, celebrating inclusivity and love. The program concludes with works by Hildegard Westerkamp and Juliet Palmer.
Performers: Karin Aurell (flute), Norman Adams (cello), Nadia Francavilla (violin), Carl Philippe Gionet (piano)
Concert 2: Offrande Date & Time: Nov. 23, 2024, 7:30 p.m. Venue: Christ Church Cathedral (To be confirmed)
Experience the close-knit harmonies of flute, violin, cello, organ, and piano. This performance weaves both the personal and the public into a memorable musical offering in memory of the legacy of two extraordinary composers, Rachel Laurin (1961–2023) and Kaija Saariaho (1952–2023).
Performers: Nadia Francavilla (violins), Danielle Sametz (violins), Sue Sayle (viola), Norman Adams (cello), Carl Philippe Gionet (piano), Karin Aurell (flute), Richard Horsnby (clarinet), Thomas Gonder (organ)
Concert 3: Women of the North Date & Time: Nov. 24, 2024, 7:30 p.m. Venue: Memorial Hall, UNB Campus, Fredericton
Inspired by personal relocation during the 2023 NWT wildfire season, Carmen Braden, a composer from Yellowknife, debuted a dramatic new piece at this performance, which is a celebration of creativity and resiliency. In addition, the performance includes pieces by Juliet Palmer, Anna Höstman, and Cassandra Miller that pay moving tribute to northern women and their stories.
Performers: Christina Haldane (voice), Nadia Francavilla (violin), Mark Kleyn (viola), Norman Adams (cello), Carl Philippe Gionet (piano), Karin Aurell (flute), Richard Hornsby (clarinet), Joel Cormier (percussion)
