Newswire | JMC unveils Joseph-Rouleau Hall's 77th season

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Montreal, June 11, 2026 — Under the banner of boldness, Jeunesses Musicales Canada
(JMC) proudly unveils Joseph-Rouleau Hall’s 77th season. For the 2026–2027 season, JMC
presents a rich musical journey where variety takes centre stage. Featuring guest artists,
JMC Concert artists, beloved children’s classics, and new productions, this season’s
lineup is sure to wow audiences of all ages.

“The programming at Joseph-Rouleau Hall offers an intimate classical music experience
at an affordable price. It is an opportunity for audiences to discover or rediscover
classical music in a unique Montreal setting. I am particularly proud of the concerts we
are presenting this year.

This season promises to showcase the full breadth of classical music while highlighting
some of the finest emerging artists, including Krystina Marcoux, Pierre Rancourt, Duo
Magner-Pion, Duo Cordavox, and Ensemble Passamano.

Young audiences will once again enjoy the theatrical concerts for which JMC is
renowned. Through stories told from a variety of traditions, they will be introduced to
live music with productions such as a new version of Annabelle Canto and a guest
production by Aurélie Morgane.”

— Danièle LeBlanc, Executive and Artistic Director of JMC

To make music even more accessible, subscribers can take advantage of significant
discounts on our concert series. A season subscription to either of our two series offers a
30% discount off regular ticket prices. Music lovers who prefer to explore the season at
their own pace can also receive a 20% discount by purchasing three concerts within the
same series. It’s an ideal opportunity to enjoy multiple musical experiences without
breaking the bank.

2026–2027 SEASON
HAPPY HOUR CONCERT SERIES

Presented in a relaxed after-work format on Thursday evenings, Happy Hour Concerts
feature some of the most promising emerging musicians performing a curated and
narrated programme lasting 60 to 75 minutes without intermission.
This season’s Artist-in-Residence, the talented marimbist Krystina Marcoux, invites
audiences to discover her instrument through three unique concerts alongside fellow
musicians.
• Dance, Rhythm and Fire — October 15, 2026
• Timeless Trilogy — January 28, 2027
• Embracing the Ephemeral — March 17, 2027

Additional concerts in the series include:

• November 19, 2026 — In Félix’s Shoes explores the work of Félix Leclerc with
baritone Pierre Rancourt, joined by multi-instrumentalists Chantal Bergeron and
Andrew Wells-Oberegger, as well as double bassist Francis Palma-Pelletier.
• December 3, 2026 — Viola Fantasy: Schumann, Waxman, Franck, presented by
Duo Magner-Pion, featuring Wilhelm Magner on viola and Elisabeth Pion on
piano.
• April 1, 2027 — Nomadic Melodies: Ravel, Britten, Evangelista, presented by
Duo Cordavox, featuring soprano Lucie St-Martin and guitarist Bruno Gauthier-
Bellerose.
• April 15, 2027 — Tango Landscapes: Piazzolla, Villa-Lobos. Kapustin, presented
by Ensemble Passamano, featuring Annie Noël-de-Tilly (flute), Aidan Fleet (cello),
and Kevin Chen (piano).

For this series, audiences are invited to arrive at 6:00 p.m. to enjoy a complimentary
beverage before the concert begins at 7:00 p.m.

CUSION CONCERT SERIES

For children ages 3 and up, young music lovers are captivated by the Cushion Concerts,
a series of seven theatrical and educational concerts that introduce kids to a wide range
of instruments and the beauty of music. Concerts are presented on Sundays at 10:00
a.m. and 11:30 a.m.

• October 31, 2026 — The Halloween Jam invites children and adults alike to
create northern lights and howl at the moon alongside the characters of this
fantastical tale.
• November 15, 2026 — La forêt des mélomanes* introduces children aged 3 to 7
to the woodwind family.
• December 6, 2026 — Un monde pour Noël* brings audiences into the holiday
spirit with some of the season’s most beautiful Christmas songs.
• February 7, 2027 — The Great Rhythmobile Adventure follows percussionists
who play on everything they can find to rediscover rhythm and get their vehicle
moving again.
• March 14, 2027 — Les Aïeules* invites audiences to discover the stories of the
exceptional women who shaped Haiti’s independence at Théâtre Rouge.
• April 4, 2027 — Il était une flute* combines storytelling and flute music to
introduce children to the enchanting sounds of the instrument.
• May 16, 2027 — To close the season, JMC presents the Quebec premiere of
Annabelle Canto, a delightful journey through great operatic arias filled with
whimsy and imagination.