Cascades MUSIC at the GYMC: LESLIE KINTON piano
2017-02-03 19:30 - 21:30 UTC | ON
2017 series opens with Leslie Kinton. The internationally-celebrated Canadian pianist plays an all-BEETHOVEN Recital.
Sonata in D major, Op. 10 no. 3
Sonata in C sharp minor (“Moonlight”), Op. 27, No. 2
Sonata in E major, Op. 14, No.1
Sonata in E flat major, Op. 81a (“Les adieux”)
Leslie Kinton, of the acclaimed piano duo Anagnoson & Kinton, is one of Canada’s best-known and most sought-after chamber musicians. He has performed with Bryan Epperson, the St. Lawrence String Quartet, Martin Beaver, Ifor James, Joel Quarrington, Amici Chamber Ensemble, Erika Raum, Steven Dann, Mark Fewer, Dennis Brott, James Sommerville, James Campbell, Joaquin Valdepeñas, Raymond Luedeka, Avram Galper, Nora Shulman, Kathleen Rudolf, the York Winds, and actor Colin Fox (for Strauss’s Enoch Arden).
Advance Discounted tickets: $30 adults $25 seniors $15 student At the door: $35 adults $30 seniors $20 student
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GYMC Knightsfest - Medieval Festival
2017-02-20 10:00 - 15:00 | Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan Street, Guelph, ON, N1H 3Z7, Canada
FREE FAMILY DAY EVENT! GYMC Knightsfest – Medieval Festival
The Guelph Youth Music Centre will be holding a Medieval Festival, KnightsFest on Monday February 20, 2017 at 10 am to 3 pm. It’s a family fun event with lots of activities for everyone to enjoy. This is the second year for KnightsFest. The festival includes displays, costumes, games, activities and entertainment, all to the theme of the Medieval era.
Includes:

Replica weapons, armour & artifacts
King & Queen presence
Combat demonstrations
Archery display Entertainment
Jugglers
Magician
Roaming characters
Photo booth

Games, Events & Activities

Hit the Knight
Trebuchet
Children’s archery
Heraldry
Brass rubbings

For more information contact the GYMC at 519.837.1119
generously sponsored by

GYMC Orchestras Spring Concert
2017-05-05 19:30 - 21:30 | Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan Street, Guelph, ON, N1H 3Z7, Canada
Come out and support the GYMC Junior & Intermediate String Orchestras, conducted by Jef ten Kortenaar. Admission free, donations accepted.

Cascades MUSIC at the GYMC: DAVE YOUNG TRIO with JERZY KAPLANEK
2017-05-12 20:00 - 22:00 | ON
JERZY KAPLANEK, one of Canada’s top violinists performs with the DAVE YOUNG JAZZ TRIO with Dave Young bass, Robi Botos piano & Ethan Ardelli drums
Bassist and composer Dave Young possesses artistic soul, and musical skill in abundance. His exceptional career has made him a much sought-after jazz bassist who regularly performs internationally with an array of jazz (and classical) luminaries, as well as with his own performing units. He was honoured at “The 2003 National Jazz Awards” as “Jazz Bassist of the Year”.
Violinist Jerzy Kapłanek has established himself internationally as a chamber musician, member of the celebrated Penderecki String Quartet, soloist, dedicated teacher, adjudicator, artistic director of QuartetFest and lately as a jazz violinist. He performs throughout Europe, Asia, and North and South America over 80 concerts each season. Jerzy Kapłanek is presently an Associate Professor at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, where since 1991 he has been teaching violin and chamber music. He frequently gives master classes in Canada and abroad.
Advance Discounted tickets: $30 adults $25 seniors $15 student At the door: $35 adults $30 seniors $20 student
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Friday May 12 at 8 pm: violinist JERZY KAPLANEK with the DAVE YOUNG JAZZ TRIO
2017-05-12 20:00 - 22:00 | Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan Street, Guelph, ON, N1H 3Z7, Canada
JERZY KAPLANEK, one of Canada’s top violinists performs on Friday May 12 at 8 pm with the DAVE YOUNG JAZZ TRIO with Dave Young bass, Robi Botos piano & Ethan Ardelli drums
Bassist and composer Dave Young possesses artistic soul, and musical skill in abundance. His exceptional career has made him a much sought-after jazz bassist who regularly performs internationally with an array of jazz (and classical) luminaries, as well as with his own performing units. He was honoured at “The 2003 National Jazz Awards” as “Jazz Bassist of the Year”.
Violinist Jerzy Kapłanek has established himself internationally as a chamber musician, member of the celebrated Penderecki String Quartet, soloist, dedicated teacher, adjudicator, artistic director of QuartetFest and lately as a jazz violinist. He performs throughout Europe, Asia, and North and South America over 80 concerts each season. Jerzy Kapłanek is presently an Associate Professor at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, where since 1991 he has been teaching violin and chamber music. He frequently gives master classes in Canada and abroad.
Advance Discounted tickets: $30 adults $25 seniors $15 student At the door: $35 adults $30 seniors $20 student
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CANADA 150 CELEBRATION at the GYMC
2017-06-10 10:00 - 15:00 | Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan Street, Guelph, ON, N1H 3Z7, Canada
There’s going to be a big Canada 150 birthday bash at the Guelph Youth Music Centre on Saturday June 10 from 10 am to 3 pm and it’s FREE!
Canada 150 Celebrated in Music by 150 Young Canadians will present 150 musicians and singers, young and old, performing in the GYMC Recital Hall. The lineup includes members of the Suzuki String School of Guelph, Guelph Youth Singers, GYMC orchestras, Relative Harmony (folk music with square dance calling), and singer/songwriter James Gordon with the premiere of a special arrangement of Song of Our City!
GYMC open house displays and demonstrations add to the fun. Plus there will be free snacks and drinks, as well as giveaway items, to make this a great party! All this is made possible by the vibrant GYMC community with generous sponsorship by the Guelph Community Foundation.
Go to the Canada 150 page.
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Music at the GYMC returns Sept. 24 with the EMPEROR QUARTET
2017-09-24 14:00 - 16:00 | Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan Street, Guelph, ON, N1H 3Z7, Canada
The 2017-18 series debuts on Sunday September 24 at 2 pm with
EMPEROR QUARTET
performing music from Vivaldi’s amazing
Four Seasons & L’Estro Armonico
with Lance Ouell & Jef ten Kortenaar violins,
David Wadley viola & Cathy Anderson cello
L’Estro Armonico established Vivaldi’s reputation as one of the most influential composers of the Baroque era; the Four Seasons confirmed his status as one of the greatest composers of all time. What makes these works so great? Find out as Jef ten Kortenaar explains and the Emperor Quartet performs these masterpieces of music.
Coffee & Cookies Reception after the concert
Admission $25, adult $20 senior & $10 student
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Special thank you to Cascades for their sponsorship of this concert series!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, GYMC!
2017-11-24 | Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan Street, Guelph, ON, N1H 3Z7, Canada
Today is the 17th Anniversary of the GYMC’s official opening. Drop by the office for some cake (if it’s not all gone).

GYMC Orchestras in Concert
2017-12-01 19:30 - 21:00 | Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan Street, Guelph, ON, N1H 3Z7, Canada
The GYMC String Orchestras invite you to their annual Winter Concert, directed by new conductor Tak Kwan.
Hear the Junior Orchestra perform music from The Four Seasons, as well as Variations on a Sea Chantey and the famous Carol of the Bells.
The Intermediate Orchestra performs Country Wedding, Greensleeves, Intermezzo by Mascagni, music from Dvorak’s Symphony no. 9, and Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer.
ADMISSION FREE (donations appreciated) Support the kids and have a Great Time!

GYSO Holiday Variety Concert
2017-12-14 19:30 - 21:00 | Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan Street, Guelph, ON, N1H 3Z7, Canada
The Guelph Youth Symphony Orchestra, led by Dylan Langan, presents its annual winter concert in the GYMC Recital Hall. Enjoy holiday favourites and more from Guelph’s own symphony orchestra for talented young musicians.
Adults: $15, Seniors and Students: $10, Family Package: $40 (for four members of the same family)
Available at the door or BUY ONLINE
GYSO is a collaboration between the GYMC and the Guelph Symphony Orchestra. Visit gyso.ca

A Very Charlie Brown Concert... SOLD OUT
2017-12-21 19:30 | Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan Street, Guelph, ON, N1H 3Z7, Canada
A Charlie Brown Christmas is an Emmy Award-winning holiday tradition enjoyed by children everywhere. Equally magical is the soundtrack created by Vince Guaraldi—Who doesn’t know the popular Christmas Time is Here?
Join us at the Guelph Youth Music Centre this holiday season as we present this jazz classic featuring Adam Bowman on drums, Thomas Hammerton on piano, and Tyler Wagler on bass, as they perform the album, top to bottom. They will be joined by The Kingsbury Music Singers directed by Shannon Kingsbury.
SOLD OUT! Sorry you missed out; get your tickets early next time
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KIWANIS FESTIVAL GALA
2018-02-10 19:00 - 22:00 | Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan Street, Guelph, ON, N1H 3Z7, Canada
Fundraiser in support of the Kiwanis Music Festival of Guelph. Enjoy an elegant evening as you are serenaded by beautiful music and talented artists. A delightfully eclectic concert by top local professionals & stellar students including pianist Morgan-Paige Melboune and singer/songwriter Mikalyn Hay.
Live & Silent Auctions, Raffle & Door Prizes, Hors d’Oeuvres & Desserts, Chocolate Fountain, Craft Brewery Beer & VQA Wine – $5 / Glass, Raffle: $5 each / 3 for $10
For advance purchase, contact coordinator Heather Fleming: 519-821-4365

Eramosa to Broadway
2018-02-17 15:00 - 16:30 | Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan Street, Guelph, ON, N1H 3Z7, Canada
Brush off those tap shoes. Clean off your top hats. Warm up the spotlights. Old Man River is leaving the Hudson and sailing the Eramosa! Come and be serenaded by Guelph Youth Singers with tunes of the Golden Era and Modern Broadway in this entertaining fundraiser. It’’s a celebration of the best the Great White Way has to offer!
Two shows… 3 pm and 7 pm. Tickets available at the GYS office, call 519.821.8574
All proceeds go to the GYS Touring Fund.

Knightsfest Medieval Festival
2018-02-19 10:00 - 15:00 | Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan Street, Guelph, ON, N1H 3Z7, Canada
Knightsfest Medieval Festival is BACK on Family Day! Thanks to a generous new sponsor, the GYMC’s popular Medieval Festival will take place on Monday February 19, as originally scheduled!
The festival includes displays, costumes, games, activities and entertainment, all to the theme of the Medieval era. This is a free event for the whole family. No registration is required. It will be first come, first serve.

http://gymc.ca/workshops-camps/medieval-family-day-festival/

SSSG annual MUSIC FAIR on Sat Feb. 24
2018-02-24 10:00 - 13:00 | Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan Street, Guelph, ON, N1H 3Z7, Canada
The Suzuki String School of Guelph presents its annual Music Fair (open house). Discover Suzuki Early Childhood Education for children ages 0–3; Enjoy a snack in our café; Create a craft; Ask musical questions to the experts PLUS the always popular Instrument Petting Zoo (Bring your young children to try violins, violas, cellos & bass). PLUS a Used Book/CD/DVD Sale.
Come to the GYMC and volunteers will show you where to go. Visit guelphsuzukistrings.ca

Music at the GYMC presents Brenda Lewis & Friends
2018-04-29 14:00 - 16:00 | Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan Street, Guelph, ON, N1H 3Z7, Canada
Celebrating 25 Years of Singing! Brenda Lewis (lead & harmony vocals) with Margaret Stowe (jazz guitar). With special guests John Zadro (piano), Jeff Bird (upright bass, harmonica, mandolin), Andy MacPherson (drums & percussion) and Gayle Ackroyd (harmony vocals, ukulele, guitar). A Journey through Jazz & Roots Music from Duo to Full Ensemble. Visit brendalewis.ca
Tickets only $15 adults (in advance; $20 at the door), $10 seniors/students. BUY ONLINE NOW https://squareup.com/store/gymc

GYMC Orchestras Spring Concert
2018-05-04 19:30 - 21:00 | Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan Street, Guelph, ON, N1H 3Z7, Canada
The GYMC String Orchestras invite you to their annual spring concert. Hear the Junior Orchestra perform Jeff Manookian’s Simple Symphony No. 1 for Strings, Disney’s Frozen, and Richard Stephan’s Variations on a Well-known Sea Chantey.
The Intermediate Orchestra performs Carlos Gardel’s Por Una Cabeza, Bizet’s Symphony in C (arr. Manookian), Music from Pirates of the Caribbean (arr. Larry Moore) and Massenet’s Meditation from Thais (with Tak Kwan, violin solo)
In the Recital Hall. Admission Free (donations appreciated)

Guelph Musicfest presents pianist SHENG CAI
2018-05-25 19:30 | Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan Street, Guelph, ON, N1H 3Z7, Canada
Musicfest 2018 opens with the brilliant pianist Sheng Cai, making a return visit by popular demand. The program includes music by Scarlatti, Mendelssohn, Beethoven, Chopin & Rachmaninoff. The concert takes place in the beautiful Recital Hall of the Guelph Youth Music Centre.

Guelph Musicfest presents the GRYPHON TRIO
2018-06-01 19:30 - 21:30 | Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan Street, Guelph, ON, N1H 3Z7, Canada
The world-renowned Gryphon Trio, celebrating its 25th anniversary, makes its Musicfest debut, performing music by Beethoven, Frehner & Mendelssohn. Not to be missed. The concert takes place in the beautiful Recital Hall of the Guelph Youth Music Centre.

Guelph Musicfest presents the FESTIVAL TRIO
2018-06-08 19:30 - 21:30 | Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan Street, Guelph, ON, N1H 3Z7, Canada
The popular Festival Trio returns with violinist Sadie Fields, cellist Paul Pulford & pianist Ken Gee performing the Grieg Sonata for Violin & Piano in C minor, Grieg Sonata for Cello & Piano in A minor & the Mendelssohn Piano Trio No. 1 in D minor. The concert takes place in the beautiful Recital Hall of the Guelph Youth Music Centre.

Guelph Musicfest presents the MADAWASKA QUARTET
2018-06-15 19:30 - 21:30 | Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan Street, Guelph, ON, N1H 3Z7, Canada
The 2018 Musicfest Finale brings back the Madawaska Quartet performing the Purcell Chacony in G minor, Beethoven String Quartet No. 4 in C minor & Mendelssohn String Quartet No. 2 in A major. The concert takes place in the beautiful Recital Hall of the Guelph Youth Music Centre.

Bella Serata 2018 — We Could Have Danced All Night!
2018-06-23 19:00 - 23:00 | Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan Street, Guelph, ON, N1H 3Z7, Canada
Bella Serata returns to the GYMC on Saturday June 23rd at 7 pm. Our fundraising gala has all the things you love—food, desserts, wine, beer, silent auction, and classical music—plus the Nick Maclean Jazz Trio and Ballroom Dancing! Learn to ballroom dance, and have a chance to try out your new steps with live music performed by the jazz trio. You will have a great evening, and support the good work of the GYMC. TICKETS are $100 each (including a tax receipt for part of the price) or $75 each for 2 or more adults. Bring your kids for only $40 (adult accompanied, under age 14). Tickets available in the GYMC office or BUY NOW ONLINE at https://squareup.com/store/gymc
Thanks to the generous support of the Neighbourhood Group—The Wooly Pub, Miijidaa Café & Bistro, and Borealis Grille & Bar.
Food by The Wooly Pub, Miijidaa Café & Bistro, and Borealis Grille & Bar, Buon Gusto, Cassoulet Catering
Desserts by Wellington Cakes & Eric the Baker
Beer from Wellington County Brewery, Coffee and tea from Red Brick Café
Music by Concorde (senior string ensemble of the Suzuki String School of Guelph), violinist Tak Kwan, soprano Marion Samuel-Stevens, pianist Ken Gee, and the Nick Maclean Jazz Trio
Ballroom dancing lesson courtesy of Ballroom Class
Bella Serata 2018 splash

GYMC String Orchestra auditions
2018-06-26 16:00 - 19:00, 2018-06-27 16:00, 2018-06-28 16:00 - 19:00 | Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan Street, Guelph, ON, N1H 3Z7, Canada
with Tak Kwan for both the Junior & Intermediate String Orchestras. Please call the GYMC office at 519-837-1119 to book a time.

Guelph Youth Singers present POP CAN! The Canadian Popular Songbook
2018-10-27 19:00 - 20:30 | Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan Street, Guelph, ON, N1H 3Z7, Canada
Two shows on Saturday October 27—3 pm & 7 pm—in the Recital Hall. Listen to legendary Canadian pop hits from the 50s to the present. Guelph Youth Singers conducted by director Markus Howard and Choir 1 conductor Heather Fleming. $15 adult, $10 youth or child (18 & under). Tickets are for sale at the GYS office, GYMC. Email or phone 519.821.8574. Visit the website.

Happy Birthday, GYMC!
2018-11-23 | Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan Street, Guelph, ON, N1H 3Z7, Canada
Saturday November 23 is the 17th Anniversary of the Official Opening of the GYMC! Sorry we won’t have any cake this year, but please give us a toast in celebration. And there is still time to help us out with a donation for 2018. You know the money will be put to good use, bring music and the arts to the young people of Guelph.

GYMC Orchestras in Concert
2018-12-07 19:00 - 20:30 | Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan Street, Guelph, ON, N1H 3Z7, Canada
The GYMC String Orchestras invite you to JOY OF THE SEASON, their annual winter concert, directed by Tak Kwan. Hear the Junior and Intermediate Orchestras perform beautiful music for the holiday season. Admission Free (donations appreciated). Friday December 7 at 7:00 pm (NEW TIME) in the Recital Hall. Support the kids and have a Great Time!

GYSO Winter Concert Dec. 13 at 7:30 pm
2018-12-13 19:30 - 21:00 | Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan Street, Guelph, ON, N1H 3Z7, Canada
Join the Guelph Youth Symphony Orchestra for its annual Winter Concert in the GYMC Recital Hall. Conductor Dylan Langan will lead the GYSO in what should be a wonderful holiday programme. Come and support the musicians of tomorrow! Tickets are only $15 and available ONLINE.
The GYSO is a collaboration between the GYMC and the Guelph Symphony Orchestra.

EXTRA PERFORMANCE: Another Very Charlie Brown Concert Dec. 20
2018-12-20 19:30 - 21:00 | Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan Street, Guelph, ON, N1H 3Z7, Canada
DON’T MISS OUT… The original show was Sold Out so we’ve added an extra performance!

A Charlie Brown Christmas is an Emmy Award-winning holiday tradition enjoyed by children everywhere. Equally magical is the soundtrack created by Vince Guaraldi—Who doesn’t know the popular Christmas Time is Here? Join us again at the Guelph Youth Music Centre this holiday season as we bring back this jazz classic featuring Adam Bowman on drums, Thomas Hammerton on piano, and Tyler Wagler on bass, as they perform the album, top to bottom. They will be joined by The Kingsbury Music Singers directed by Shannon Kingsbury.
Single tickets $15 adult, $10 senior, $5 child 14 and under. Available ONLINE
