Tues. September 18, 2012 12 – 1 p.m. Artists of the COC Ensemble Studio
Meet the Young Artists The young artists of the 2012/2013 Canadian Opera Company Ensemble Studio introduce themselves by singing their favourite arias. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear the most exciting rising stars from across the country in a program of operatic gems.
Wed. September 19, 2012 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Phil Dwyer, saxophone Don Thompson, piano
Autumn Serenade Two of Canada’s jazz giants, Phil Dwyer and Don Thompson, kick off the fall jazz season with a serenade to autumn. The program ranges from timeless standards to original creations, including Thompson’s beautiful September.
Thurs. September 20, 2012 12 – 1 p.m. China Court Trio Wen Zhao, pipa Xiao Qiu Lin, erhu Yongli Xue, zheng
The Majesty of Imperial China The China Court Trio – comprised of master musicians Wen Zhao, Xiao Qiu Lin and Yongli Xue – evokes the majesty and mystery of Imperial China in a concert of music ranging from settings of ancient Chinese poetry, to court music of the legendary dynasties, to selections from the earliest operas and beyond.
Tues. September 25, 2012 12 – 1 p.m. Dave Young, bass Kevin Turcotte, trumpet Robi Botos, piano Frank Botos, drums
Aspects of Oscar Canadian bassist Dave Young pays tribute to his long-time friend and collaborator, the legendary Oscar Peterson. The concert features tracks from Young’s Juno-nominated CD, Aspects of Oscar, which includes familiar gems alongside lesser-known material he performed with Peterson over the years. Young is joined by his stellar sidemen: Kevin Turcotte, Robi Botos and Frank Botos.
Thurs. September 27, 2012 12 – 1 p.m. Susie Burpee, dancer/choreographer Linnea Swan, dancer/choreographer
Road Trip Acclaimed choreographers Susie Burpee and Linnea Swan take the audience on a thought-provoking and entertaining journey in a tragic-comic duet that blends contemporary dance practices with clown-influenced Bouffon theatre.