Music

Join the Edmonton Chamber Music Society on Friday, January 29, 2027, for an evening with the celebrated, multiple-award-winning Poiesis Quartet, whose works are focused on expanding the string quartet repertoire with vibrant new works by emerging composers. The Poiesis Quartet infuses each performance with unique moments of synchronicity and verve.

The show is at the First Presbyterian Church (10025 105 St NW, Edmonton, AB, T5J 1C8) from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Join the Edmonton Chamber Music Society on Wednesday, December 2, 2026, for an evening of exceptional artistry in the company of one of the great pianists of our age, as Sir András Schiff continues to find new ways to dazzle audiences. Schiff’s recitals highlight both sides of this artistry, balancing encyclopedic mastery and interpretive curiosity to offer a new perspective on the piano repertoire’s greatest works.

Join the Edmonton Chamber Music Society on Thursday, October 15, 2026, for the internationally acclaimed Busch Trio as they revive early-twentieth-century chamber traditions. Renowned for their captivating ensemble playing, the trio performs on historic gut strings, anchored by a rare 1783 Guadagnini violin. They have released several celebrated recordings for Alpha Classics, including works by Dvořák, Schubert, Ravel, and Shostakovich.

Join the Edmonton Chamber Music Society on Thursday, September 10, 2026, for season openers, the internationally celebrated violinist James Ehnes and acclaimed pianist Andrew Armstrong, for an evening of exceptional artistry and musical partnership. Longtime recital partners, they have produced recordings of the works by Franck, Strauss, Bartók, and the complete Beethoven violin sonatas.

The season begins at West End Christian Reformed Church (10015 149 St, Edmonton, AB, T5N 3X6) from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Live at The Carrot presents: Erin Dawn and the Daybreakers: August 28

🎶 Live music starts at 7:00 pm | $10 Cover | Youth (12 & under) $5 | All Ages 🎶

The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Melody McArthur - August 21

🎶 Live music starts at 7:00 pm | $10 Cover | Youth (12 & under) $5 | All Ages 🎶

Live at The Carrot - Spotlight Series presents Spotlight performer: Zachary Kay - August 14

🎶 Live music starts at 7:00 pm | $20 Cover | Youth (12 & under) $10 | All Ages 🎶

Live at The Carrot  presents Alara Spencer - August 7

🎶 Live music starts at 7:00 pm | $10 Cover | Youth (12 & under) $5 | All Ages 🎶

Come celebrate the release of Music of the NaAC, a new podcast by the National accessArts Centre, at ContainR Art Park by @springboardyyc in Inglewood!  

We will kick off this end-of-summer party with performances by NaAC musicians Goody Drew (Koby Sharp) and Rachel Harding. A new 6-person group from the NaAC, Cat Fight, will perform their spoken word choir piece.