Rhythms of Renewal: Joël Cormier and Carl Philippe Gionet present an evening of percussion and piano duets, including a fiery arrangement of Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring! Saturday January 11, 7:30pm in Brunton. Ticket information at mta.ca/current-studen…

It’s Thank You Day at MtA – a special opportunity for students to express their gratitude by writing thank-you notes for any bursaries, scholarships, internships, or prizes received. Visit the Pop-Up Booth in the Conservatory lobby to write your note!

Join us for Music Audition Preparation Day at MtA, Saturday January 25! This on-campus event is designed for high school students who want to make music a part of their university studies. To register, visit eventbrite.ca/e/mount-alliso…

We are delighted to welcome baritone and composer Roderick Williams OBE to Mount Allison as the 6th Bragg Artist-in-Residence, January 29–February 1, 2025. Several events will be open to the public – see the listing below. Stay tuned for more details!

Colloquium Musicum: Introducing the SUMR Time Lab. A presentation demonstrating a new approach to the visual representation of rhythm – based on a paper co-authored by Dr. Alan Dodson and 2024 Music grads Anna Gagné, Anna Gordon, and Kiran Steele. January 22, 4pm in Brunton.

Die Winterreise (Winter’s Journey): Baritone Alexander Dobson and pianist Stephen Runge perform Schubert’s vocal masterpiece – settings of 24 poems by Wilhelm Müller that trace a dark journey of loss and despair – with photographs by John Haney. Friday Jan. 24, 7:30pm in Brunton

MtA Garnet & Gold Musical Theatre Society presents Footloose: The Musical, January 23-25 at Convocation Hall! Start time is 7:30pm for evening performances, with a 2pm matinee on January 25. Tickets available at the door and online: eventbrite.ca/e/garnet-and-g…

The Bragg Artist Residency with baritone Roderick Williams begins tomorrow! Events include a Colloquium (Wednesday), a Public Talk (Friday), and a Recital of English Song with pianist Stephen Runge (Saturday). All are invited to attend – for details visit mta.ca/music

We welcome Bragg Artist-in-Residence Roderick Williams OBE to the Conservatory today – join us in Brunton at 4pm for his Colloquium “My Life in Music.” More events to come as the Bragg Artist Residency continues, January 29–February 1. Visit mta.ca/music for details.

Award-winning baritone & composer Roderick Williams will be on campus Jan 29-Feb 1 as the 2024-2025 Bragg Artist-in-Residence. His residency includes public talks, masterclasses, student coachings, class visits, & a recital of English Song. Full story: mta.ca/about/news/mou…

On February 7, MtA Music alumna Kirsten LeBlanc (’14) will step into the role of Queen Christine in the Canadian Opera Company’s production of La Reine-garçon. Read a recent Toronto Life interview with Kirsten regarding this production and her life as an operatic soprano.

The Bragg Artist Residency with baritone and composer Roderick Williams continues this evening with a Public Talk “A Portfolio Career: Being a Professional Freelance Musician” 7:30pm in Brunton Auditorium. Looking forward to A Recital of English Song, 7:30pm Saturday!

Bragg Artist Concert tonight! Baritone Roderick Williams and pianist Stephen Runge perform A Recital of English Song, including works by Butterworth, Ireland, Gurney, Vaughan Williams, and Britten. Brunton Auditorium, 7:30pm – a recital not to be missed!

Take note, future Mount Allison Music students: February 10th is the deadline for BMus applications –make your submission today! Details at mta.ca/musicapply

The first Collegium of the Winter term will take place in the University Chapel, with performances highlighting the Chapel pipe organ. Wednesday February 5 at 4pm – admission is free; all are welcome to attend.

In recognition of Black History Month, the Music Library has collected books and scores highlighting the history and influence of Black performers, composers, and music scholars. Visit the Music Library to see the display; check out the online guide at libraryguides.mta.ca/music_library/…

Friday Night Faculty Concert – Baritone Alexander Dobson, soprano Christina Haldane, and guitarist Adam Cicchillitti join forces to present a recital program that highlights the mesmerizing soundscape of voice and guitar. February 7, 7:30pm in Brunton Auditorium

Coming up on Monday… The Department of Music welcomes Duo Beija-Flor for flute and guitar master classes, presented with the assistance of Debut Atlantic. 12:30pm in Brunton and Band Room – free admission; all are welcome to attend!

Choral Ensembles Concert: Landscapes and Heritages – MtA Choral Society and Elliott Chorale, directed by Kiera Galway, present a concert exploring our connections to the land, our histories, and one another. Tuesday, February 11 in Brunton, 8pm.

Wednesday evening in Brunton, 8pm: Mount Allison Symphonic Band and director James Kalyn present their annual chamber music concert – featuring performances by the Brass Choir, Woodwind Choir, Flute Choir, and Percussion Ensemble.