The Spotlight Series is MRU Conservatory's faculty recital series, showcasing performances by the talented members of our faculty - some of Calgary's finest musicians. This season, we are thrilled to present an evening of music for two pianos performed by pianists Akiko Tominaga and Lana Henchell. The program will feature works by Debussy, Satie, and [...]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nebula Repertory Ensemble Association presents: DEXTER LIVES! The Dexter Gordon 50th Anniversary Concert, Saturday, February 22, 2025, 2:00 p.m. at Scarboro United Church, 134 Scarboro Av. SW. This is the Nebula society’s tribute to GRAMMY-winning and OSCAR-nominated NEA JAZZ MASTER tenor saxophonist Dexter Gordon (February 27, 1923 to April 25, 1990) on [...]

Workers Students Union (in partnership with MRU Conservatory) February 22, 2025 6:45 pm Location: Bella Concert Hall Pre-concert chat: 6:45pm Concert: 7:30pm FEATURING STUDENTS OF MRU CONSERTORY’S PROGRAM Program Steve Reich – Clapping Music (mixed ensemble) Osvaldo Golijov – Death of the Angel (from Last Rounds; string nonet) Mary Kouyoumdjian – Moerae (piano trio) Allan Gordon Bell – <New work> (mixed ensemble) [INTERMISSION] [...]

We proudly present the Calgary premiere of Vincent Ho’s 2022 concerto for saxophone, played by Calgary’s brilliant Jeremy Brown and his students. Rautavaara’s iconic ode to Arctic birds and Sibelius’ 5th symphony, with its famous swan theme, give this program a Finnish flair, from start to finish!

Own the Stage: Mental Skills for Audition Excellence Date: February 26th, 2025 Time: 2pm to 3:30pm EST This panel discussion will explore mental strategies and approaches specific to both university and professional auditions. Panelists will also discuss audition processes in music and acting, as well as potential changes that result after the audition. Our panelists consist of expert practitioners and performers who will share various perspectives related to auditions: mental skills consultant, [...]

Hanna Havrylets: Chorale for strings Haralabos [Harry] Stafylakis: Violin Concerto — World Premiere Antonin Dvořák: Symphonic Variations Experience the world premiere of Harry Stafylakis’s genre-defying Violin Concerto, alongside Antonín Dvorák’s rarely performed symphonic gem! Experience a world of musical contrasts with Dvorák & Stafylakis, a concert that bridges the past and present with powerful compositions. The evening begins with Hanna [...]

Join us for an exhilarating journey into the world of contemporary music at the Sonic Discoveries New Music Marathon! This event showcases two dynamic duos pushing the boundaries of sound and expression. The Prairie Saxophone Initiative, featuring saxophonists Chinley Hinacay and Matthew Robinson, will present an array of fresh and innovative works, while percussionist Chris [...]

BEETHOVEN’S FOURTH SYMPHONY Saturday, March 8, 2025 Classics Series Conexus Arts Centre Presented by MLT Aikins 6:45 PM Pre Show Chat with Christian Robinson & Gordon Gerrard 7:30 PM Concert 9:00 PM Standing Ovation Post Show Reception Presented by Conexus Arts Centre Gordon Gerrard, conductor Lorraine Min, piano Event Registration Click the button below to [...]