Music

Constantinople Presents Bach and Khayyam for the Edmonton Chamber Music Society

Join the Edmonton Chamber Music Society on Thursday, April 22, 2027, for an evening with Montreal-based ensemble Constantinople, whose works draw from medieval manuscripts to contemporary aesthetics, passing through Mediterranean Europe, Eastern traditions, and New World Baroque. The program features soprano Hana Blažíková singing arrangements of some of the most beautiful spiritual songs and arias of JS Bach in dialogue with poems of Omar Khayyam, in Persian, set to music by Kiya Tabassian.

Les Délices: Presented by the Edmonton Chamber Music Society

Join the Edmonton Chamber Music Society on Tuesday, April 6, 2027, for an evening with Les Délices (pronounced Lay day-lease), as they delight, inspire, educate, and expand audiences' appreciation for music on period instruments through innovative programming and world-class performances. Les Délices is building a national reputation as a leader in the field of early music, advancing its relevance in the modern world.

Poiesis Quartet: Presented by the Edmonton Chamber Music Society

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.

Sir András Schiff: Presented by the Edmonton Chamber Music Society

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.

Busch Trio: Presented by the Edmonton Chamber Music Society

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.

James Ehnes, violin & Andrew Armstrong, piano: Presented by the Edmonton Chamber Music Society

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.

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