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Thursday, May 21, 2026 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm – The Penderecki String Quartet’s journey began in Poland, where they won the prestigious Penderecki Prize at the 1986 National Chamber Music Competition in Łódź. Since 1991, they have served as Quartet-in-Residence at Wilfrid Laurier University, helping shape one of Canada’s premier string programs. Known for their dedication to contemporary music, the Penderecki’s have commissioned and […]

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Thursday, April 23, 2026 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm – Celebrated cellist Steven Isserlis and Canadian pianist Connie Shih are frequent musical collaborators. They have captivated audiences at venues such as Wigmore Hall, Carnegie Hall, the Royal Albert Hall, the Berlin Philharmonie, and the Concertgebouw. Beyond performance, Isserlis is a passionate teacher, author, and broadcaster. As Sir John Barbirolli once said, “Steven Isserlis is a […]

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Saturday, March 28, 2026 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm – Special Concert at Hugh’s Room: Gryphon Trio and the Hilario Duran Trio  Continuing its long tradition as the city’s leading presenter of chamber music, Music TORONTO renews its annual presentation of the Gryphon Trio in collaboration with all-star musicians from various jazz traditions. On this occasion, the Gryphons team up with the Hilario Durán Trio […]

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Tuesday, March 17, 2026 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm – The phenomenal Canadian pianist Louis Lortie returns to Music TORONTO with a captivating program featuring the piano ballade. Popularized in the 19th century, the piano ballade is a single-movement work that often incorporates a dramatic narrative arc. The form is remarkably flexible, so while the genre remains consistent, the emotional depth and variety of the […]

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Thursday, March 5, 2026 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm – Since its formation in Berlin in 2019, the Leonkoro Quartet has garnered more awards and honors than any other ensemble of its generation. With Jonathan and Lukas Schwartz on first violin and cello, and Amellie Wallner and Mayu Konoe on second violin and viola, the quartet’s name is derived from the Esperanto words “Leon” and […]

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Sunday, February 8, 2026 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm – With infectious curiosity and a gift for revealing the deeper meaning within great works, Rob Kapilow has captivated audiences for decades. This time, Rob explores Dvořák’s Piano Quintet in A major, Op. 81, one of the most beloved works in the chamber music repertoire. The Gryphon Trio, joined by friends on violin and viola, bring […]

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Tuesday, January 27, 2026 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm – The Gryphon Trio teams up with the exceptional Norwegian a cappella ensemble Nordic Voices for an evening of musical exploration, featuring new works by living composers from Canada and around the world. This unique, once-in-a-lifetime concert presents four commissioned pieces by some of today’s most compelling and emotionally resonant composers. Join us for the world […]

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Sunday, December 7, 2025 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm – Rob Kapilow has rightfully earned the unlikely title of “celebrity music educator”! With sharp insights, boundless curiosity, and a deep appreciation for music’s emotional power, he has been inspiring audiences for decades. This time, Kapilow delves into the vibrant energy and evocative storytelling of Spring and Summer from Vivaldi’s iconic Four Seasons. Bursting with color, […]

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Sunday, November 23, 2025 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm – We often picture J.S. Bach as a wise master, but in his late teens, he was as fiery as he was gifted. Determined to hear the great organist Dietrich Buxtehude, he set off on foot from Arnstadt to Lübeck —a staggering 400 km journey! Hosted by CBC’s Tom Allen, the evening features harpist Lori Gemmel, […]

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Tuesday, November 11, 2025 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm – We are thrilled to welcome back GRAMMY Award-winning pianist Michelle Cann, praised as “a pianist of sterling artistry” (Gramophone). Since her Music TORONTO debut in 2022, she has been named the inaugural Christel DeHaan Artistic Partner of the American Pianists Association and received the Sphinx Medal of Excellence. She continues to captivate audiences with her […]

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Tuesday, October 21, 2025 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm – This acclaimed European ensemble unites Christian Tetzlaff, one of Europe’s leading violinists, with his sister, cellist Tanja Tetzlaff, and the dazzling Kiveli Doerken for an evening of piano trio favorites. Originally formed in 2004 with pianist Lars Vogt, the trio found new energy when Doerken joined after Vogt’s untimely passing in 2022. This event marks […]

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Thursday, March 27, 2025 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Experience the dynamic artistry of the Isidore, one of the most exciting new quartets in the chamber music scene. Established in 2019, this quartet has swiftly risen to prominence, winning the prestigious Banff Competition in 2022 and receiving the coveted Avery Fisher Career Grant in 2023, all within their first four seasons. Named in honor […]

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Tuesday, March 18, 2025 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Janina Fialkowska, a revered Canadian grand master, has graced the world stage for over five decades. Now in her 70s, she continues to mesmerize audiences as a recitalist, chamber musician, and orchestral soloist. Janina’s career took flight in 1974 when she captured the attention of the legendary Arthur Rubinstein at his inaugural Master Piano Competition. […]

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Tuesday, March 4, 2025 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Illia Ovcharenko, just entering his twenties, is captivating audiences worldwide with his remarkable talent. His passion for the piano revealed itself at the age of 6, inspired by his first concert experience. Growing up in Ukraine, Illia dedicated himself to his musical aspirations, undertaking studies in Kyiv and Tel Aviv to refine his artistry. His […]

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Tuesday, February 11, 2025 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Rachel Fenlon is a soprano and pianist whose artistry brings a fresh perspective to classical music stages worldwide. With a unique blend of singer-songwriter sensibility, Rachel delivers captivating song recitals, often accompanying herself on the piano. Originally trained as an opera singer, Rachel has established herself as an international performer, captivating audiences as a recitalist, […]

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Thursday, January 30, 2025 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm – The JACK Quartet excels in interpreting and conveying the intricate compositional intent of 20th and 21st–century music. Their performances showcase an impressive palette of colours, textures, and rhythmic complexities. With virtuosic skill, they breathe life into contemporary works, making them accessible and engaging. Experiencing their performances of pieces by modern masters is like discovering a […]

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Thursday, December 5, 2024 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Gryphon Trio joins forces with violinist Lara St John and vocalist Aviva Chernick in a musical journey co-curated with Soundstreams Canada. Delving into the mystical world of the Hasidim, this program explores the art of the nigun—an improvised prayer, either vocal or instrumental. Highlighting the evening is a world premiere by acclaimed Canadian Jewish composer […]

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Tuesday, November 19, 2024 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Don’t miss the opportunity to experience the incomparable Marc-André Hamelin in an intimate concert setting downtown. Renowned worldwide for his brilliant technique and musical artistry, Hamelin has a special affection for our hall, having performed here since he was a young artist in 1986. Join us for an unforgettable evening with this acclaimed pianist. TICKETS: […]

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Thursday, November 14, 2024 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm – The Miró Quartet stands out in the world of classical music. Formed in 1995, the Miró won both the Banff and Naumberg chamber music competitions, and in 2005 became the first ensemble ever to be awarded the coveted Avery Fisher Career Grant. In unforgettable performances, the Miró achieve the chamber music ideal of sounding as […]

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Sunday, November 10, 2024 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm – Whether you’re a seasoned classical music enthusiast or just beginning to explore its depths, Rob Kapilow’s “What Makes It Great?”® presentations are sure to captivate and enlighten you. With his infectious enthusiasm and profound knowledge, Rob delves into Beethoven’s music, offering fresh insights and perspectives that will forever change the way you listen. Rob’s unique […]

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Thursday, October 24, 2024 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Since its formation in 2000, the Quartetto di Cremona has established a reputation as one of the most exciting chamber ensembles on the international stage. Regularly invited to perform in major music festivals and halls in Europe, North and South America, and Far East, they garner universal acclaim for their high level of interpretive artistry. […]

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Thursday, April 15, 2021 – Saturday, April 17, 2021 @ 7:30 pm – 6:00 pm – Haydn Quartet in C, Op. 76, No. 3, “Emperor” Brahms Quartet in A minor, Op. 51, No. 2

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Tuesday, March 16, 2021 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Schubert Sonata in A Major, Op. 120, D 664 Kaija Saariaho Ballade Scriabin Selection of Preludes Rachmaninoff Piano Sonata No, 2

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Thursday, January 14, 2021 – Saturday, January 16, 2021 @ 7:30 pm – 6:00 pm – Available online at www.music-toronto.com Dohnanyi Piano Quintet with Stephen Prutsman Osvaldo Golijov A new arrangement of Escualo of Astor Piazzola Osvaldo Golijov A new arrangement of Arum dem Fayer, a traditional Yiddish lament

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Thursday, April 16, 2020 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Founded in 1999 at the Boulogne Billancourt Conservatory in France, Quatuor Ébène studied with the Quatuor Ysaÿe in Paris and with Gábor Takács, Eberhard Feltz and György Kurtág. They launched their international career with an impressive win at the ARD Music Competition in 2004. Since 2009 the quartet plays on 17th and 18th century instruments […]

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Thursday, February 27, 2020 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – The Schumann Quartett made its Toronto debut on this series is April, 2018 and we wanted to hear them again. The three brothers Mark, Erik and Ken Schumann were joined in 2012 by violist Liisa Randalu. Study with the Alban Berg Quartet, a residency at the Robert-Schumann-Saal in Düsseldorf, winning many awards, acclaimed CDs – […]

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Tuesday, March 10, 2020 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Quebec pianist André Laplante has performed extensively throughout Canada, the United States, Europe and Asia, and has released a series of ever more impressive CDs. Critics have compared him with Ashkenazy, Horowitz and Rudolph Serkin, placing him in the elite circle of virtuoso pianists who do not hesitate to take risks. Mozart Fantasy in D […]

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Thursday, December 5, 2019 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – The Gryphon Trio celebrated its milestone 25th anniversary throughout 2018. The Gryphon does it all: repertoire from the traditional to the contemporary, commissioning more than 50 mostly Canadian works, teaching and touring. The Gryphon’s 20+ years at Music TORONTO included 10 years as our ensemble-in-residence (1998-2008). Canadian operatic bass Robert Pomakov was born in Toronto, […]

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Tuesday, December 17, 2019 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Jonathan Plowright was born in Yorkshire, England, and won a series of major awards in the early 80s. We have a fondness for Hyperion Records distinguished roster of pianists, and with thirteen critically acclaimed CDs, Jonathan is now well established there. Between 2012 and 2017 Jonathan recorded the complete solo piano works of Brahms for […]

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Thursday, January 9, 2020 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Formed in 1995, the Miró Quartet performs throughout the world. Based in Austin, TX, the Miró Quartet took its name from the Spanish surrealist artist, Joan Miró. Previous Music TORONTO concerts in 2001, 2005 and 2013. Part of the Miró Quartet’s Archive Project, this programme was performed by the Kneisel Quartet on January 28, 1910 […]

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Thursday, January 30, 2020 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Established in Toronto in 1989, the SLSQ came to Music TORONTO in 1992 and returns annually. One of the world’s great ensembles, the quartet has been the Ensemble-in-Residence at Stanford University since 1998. This special programme celebrates their 30th anniversary. Stephen Prutsman is a laureate of both the Tchaikovsky (Moscow) and Queen Elisabeth (Brussels) Piano […]

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Tuesday, February 18, 2020 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Born in Locarno, Francesco Piemontesi studied with Arie Vardi before working with Alfred Brendel, Murray Perahia, Cécile Ousset and Alexis Weissenberg. He rose to international prominence with prizes at several major competitions, including the 2007 Queen Elisabeth Competition. Between 2009-11 he was a BBC New Generation Artist. Bach/Busoni Prelude in E-flat Major, Nun komm der […]

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Thursday, October 17, 2019 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Toronto debut Since its formation in 2000, the Quartetto di Cremona has established a reputation as one of the most exciting chamber ensembles on the international stage. Unanimously considered the true heir of the great Quartetto Italiano, 2018 brought the re- lease of their recording of the complete Beethoven string quartets (Audite). Of special interest […]

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Tuesday, October 22, 2019 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Between 1994 and 2004 the original Piano 6, founded by Janina Fialkowska, performed in small communities throughout this country’s most remote re- gions. Piano 6 New Generation is a collective of six internationally-acclaimed Canadian con- cert pianists – Marika Bournaki, Angela Park, Daniel Wunowski, David Jalbert, Ian Parker, and Anastasia Rizikov – who have come […]

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Thursday, November 7, 2019 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Toronto debut Founded in 2012 and based in Berlin, vision is unusual in performing all their concerts completely from memory, and standing. The quartet has studied in Berlin under the Artemis Quartet, and Günter Pichler of the Alban Berg Quartet in Madrid. In 2016 the quartet not only won first prize in two major competitions […]

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Thursday, April 18, 2019 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Formed in Israel in 1998 when its members were middle-school students, the Quartet was awarded the prestigious Cleveland Quartet Award in 2014. The Ariel is Faculty Quartet-in-Residence at the University of Cincinnati’s College-Conservatory of Music, where they give an annual series of concerts in addition to their busy international touring schedule.   Neue Bahnen (New […]

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Tuesday, April 2, 2019 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Cuban jazz great Hilario Durán brings together friends form the jazz and classical worlds for a programme we might call Memories of Lula Lounge, because the Gryphons, Hilario and Roberto were mainstays of our 8-year foray into classical-jazz-world music at Lula Lounge. For this special programme, Hilario will be joined by Roberto Occhipinti, bass, Mark […]

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Thursday, March 14, 2019 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – The Lafayette has achieved more than 30 years as an ensemble – without a single change of personnel. Coaching with major quartets followed by important awards led to an enduring career. The LSQ have been artists-in-residence at the University of Victoria since 1991. Played for us in 1997, 2006, 2012 and 2015. The Saguenay (formed […]

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Tuesday, March 5, 2019 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – One of Britain’s most respected and versatile pianists, Danny Driver made his Toronto debut on this series in November 2016 and we discovered his “impeccable technique and musicianship” (Gramophone). Most of his 15 recordings are on Hyperion – a label he shares with Marc-André Hamelin and Stephen Hough, company in which he definitely belongs. C […]

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Thursday, February 14, 2019 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – The Juilliard returned to us in 2015 after many years absence. And we invited them back in 2016. The renewed Juilliard retains its legendary reputation and continues to represent the best in American string playing. Marc-André Hamelin needs no introduction. Among the great pianists of this age, with a discography that now numbers more than […]

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Tuesday, February 5, 2019 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Celebrated as one of Finland’s most outstanding pianists, Juho Pohjonen gives recital and concerto performances widely in Europe and the US. Recent highlights include his debuts with Vancouver, Baltimore, and Cleveland Symphonies, and he continues his close association with The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center at Alice Tully Hall, and on tour. He was […]

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Thursday, January 31, 2019 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Since its formation in 2012, Quatuor Van Kuijk has collected numerous competition prizes and accumulated international acclaim. In their first 6 years, they also joined the ECHO Rising Stars roster for the 2017-18 season.  Currently BBC New Generation Artists, the Van Kuijk Quartet is in residence at Proquartet, Paris, where they study with members of […]

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Thursday, December 6, 2018 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Celebrating their 25th anniversary season throughout 2018, the Gryphon continues to impress critics and audiences around the world with its highly refined, dynamic performances. Repertoire from the traditional to the contemporary, commissioning – and playing – more than 50 mostly Canadian works, teaching and touring: the Gryphon does it all. The Gryphon’s relationship with Music […]

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Tuesday, November 27, 2018 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Over her 35 year career, Louise Bessette has gained renown for her performances and for her commitment to promoting contemporary music. In addition to many recordings as a soloist and with chamber ensembles and appearances worldwide with orchestras and at important festivals, Ms. Bessette regularly tours throughout America, Europe and Asia. In 2016 Louise Bessette […]

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Thursday, November 15, 2018 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Ensemble Made In Canada, Canada’s premier piano quartet, brings together 4 musicians with solid individual careers: Angela Park, piano, Elissa Lee, violin, Sharon Wei, viola, Rachel Mercer, cello. Awarded the 2006 CBC Galaxie Stars Award, EMIC has performed extensively throughout Canada. The group is grateful for support from FACTOR, the Canada Council for the Arts […]

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Thursday, October 18, 2018 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Established in Toronto in 1989, the SLSQ came to Music TORONTO in 1992 and continues annually. The Quartet has developed an undisputed reputation as one of the world’s great ensembles. The quartet has been the Ensemble-in-Residence at Stanford University since 1998. Fiercely committed to collaboration with living composers, the SLSQ also has a special dedication […]

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Tuesday, October 2, 2018 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Marc-André Hamelin is ranked among the elect of world pianists for his unrivalled blend of musicianship and virtuosity in the great works of the established repertoire, as well as for his intrepid exploration of the rarities of the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries – in concert and on disc. This will be his 12th recital […]

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Thursday, April 12, 2018 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Toronto debut The three brothers Mark, Erik and Ken Schumann, who grew up in the Rhineland, have been playing together for since 2007. In 2012, they were joined by violist Liisa Randalu, who was born in the Estonian capital, Tallinn, and grew up in Karlsruhe, Germany. CDs, study with the Alban Berg Quartet, a residency […]

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Tuesday, March 27, 2018 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Hungarian pianist Dénes Várjon made his Toronto debut in February 2015 and we discovered his commanding virtuosity. At the Liszt Ferenc Academy of Music, he studied piano with Sándor Falvai and chamber music with György Kurtág and Ferenc Rados, finishing his studies in 1991. He is a regular guest at the most prestigious festivals world-wide, […]

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Thursday, March 15, 2018 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – The Penderecki String Quartet celebrated its 30th anniversary season in 2016. These four musicians from Poland, Canada, and the USA bring their varied yet collective experience to create performances that demonstrate their “remarkable range of technical excellence and emotional sweep” (Toronto, Globe and Mail). Their recent schedule has included concerts in New York, Amsterdam, Los […]

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Thursday, February 22, 2018 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – We introduced this young Polish quartet to our audience in November 2015 – and invited them to return. Founded in 2006, they met in Vienna, and were mentored by the legendary Alban Berg Quartett. They have won many awards, the latest being a prestigious Borletti-Buitoni Trust Award in 2014. Clever programming and stylish interpretation – […]

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Thursday, November 16, 2017 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – We are grateful that Britain’s brilliant Anglo-Irish quartet, the Carducci, are able to step in for us following a cancellation. The quartet will fly in especially for this concert, their Toronto debut. Described by The Strad as presenting “a masterclass in unanimity of musical purpose, in which severity could melt seamlessly into charm, and drama […]

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Tuesday, January 23, 2018 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Stephen Hough is regarded as a renaissance man. He has distinguished himself as a true polymath, both as a uniquely insightful concert pianist, and as a writer and composer. In 2001 Mr. Hough was the first classical performing artist to win a MacArthur Foundation Fellowship (colloquially called the genius awards). Many of Mr. Hough’s catalogue […]

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Thursday, February 1, 2018 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Established in 1989, the SLSQ came to Music TORONTO in 1992 and continues annually. The SLSQ has developed an undisputed reputation as one of the world’s great ensembles. Called “witty, buoyant, and wickedly attentive” (the Gazette, Montreal), with a “peerless” sense of ensemble (Financial Times, London), the quartet has been the Ensemble-in-Residence at Stanford University […]

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Tuesday, February 6, 2018 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Born in Moscow in 1944, Alexei Lubimov premiered many 20th century pieces in Russia, despite heavy Soviet criticism of his commitment to Western music. Since political restrictions were lifted during the 1980s, he has given solo recitals throughout the world, appeared with leading symphony orchestras, and worked regularly with early music ensembles. His recordings have […]

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Thursday, January 11, 2018 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – The Brentano Quartet just celebrated its 25th anniversary season; it performs music spanning from the Renaissance, through the beloved Classical and Romantic literature, up to music of today’s composers. The Brentano appears throughout the world to popular and critical acclaim for their “wonderful, selfless music-making” The Times, London (UK). They succeeded the Tokyo as quartet-in-residence […]

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Thursday, December 7, 2017 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Now in its 23rd year, the Gryphon Trio has impressed international audiences and the press with its highly refined, dynamic performances and has firmly established itself as one of the world’s preeminent piano trios. With a repertoire that ranges from the traditional to the contemporary and from European classicism to modern-day multimedia, the Gryphons are […]

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Tuesday, November 28, 2017 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – A pianist who focuses on chamber music, Philip Chiu is an acclaimed accompanist/coach based at McGill University. Dedicated to elevating the standard and art of collaborative piano, Philip is the creator and director of the new Collaborative Piano Program at the Domaine Forget International Festival and Academy. In 2015, he was the first recipient of […]

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Tuesday, November 7, 2017 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – English pianist Benjamin Grosvenor made his Toronto debut in February 2014 and returned in October 2015. It seems a long two years since those sensational performances. Called “boy lord of the piano” in Australia, Grosvenor has taken the British piano world by storm. Music TORONTO is pleased to host his return. Mozart Sonata in B-flat […]

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Thursday, October 19, 2017 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Celebrating its 30th season, Quatuor Mosaïques is the most prominent period-instrument quartet performing today. Austrians Erich Höbarth (violin), Andrea Bischof (violin), Anita Mitterer (viola) and French cellist Christophe Coin met while performing with Nikolaus Harnoncourt’s Concentus Musicus Wien and decided to perform on original instruments as a classical “caper quartet.” The quartet now tours widely […]