Announcing our New Music Director: Meet Mélanie Léonard!
Photo: Westmount Photography – Robert Provencher Symphony New Brunswick’s board of directors is delighted to announce the appointment of Mélanie Léonard as our new music director. “Mélanie has a unique mix of experience and vision that can take Symphony New Brunswick to the next level,” Reid Parker, SNB’s president, says, “We believe she has […]
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Symphony New Brunswick Welcomes Gilles Gérard Joseph Melanson of Moncton to the Board of Directors
Symphony New Brunswick Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Gilles Gérard Joseph Melanson of Moncton to the Board of Directors. Gilles is a retired physician and classical music enthusiast. After graduating from Université de Moncton, Gilles studied medicine at Dalhousie University and went on to specialize in Psychiatry at the University of Ottawa. […]
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Symphony New Brunswick Announces Board Appointments
Symphony New Brunswick Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of David Shore and Katie Bowden of Saint John and Lise Léger-Anderson of Caraquet to the Board of Directors. Katie Bowden is an accomplished marketing and communications executive and current President and Chief Creative Officer of Duke Creative Collective. She is an award-winning creative consultant […]
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Celebrating Women in Music
Celebrating Women in Music with Saint John String Quartet March 25, 27, 28. Despite the postponement of the much-anticipated Serenades for You! Symphony New Brunswick is still able to produce the smaller wonderful concerts of the Virtuoso Series. Prepare to be charmed as SJSQ celebrates women composers over the past 180 years. Featuring […]
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“Walk on the Wild Side”
“Walk on the Wild Side” We’ll be hopping like kangaroos, swaying our elephant trunks and meowing our loudest meows! Join us as we explore animal sounds in music! Find the free live stream link at the Saint John Free Public Library Facebook page at 11:00am on Saturday, February 27th. https://m.facebook.com/sjfpl
Three more Camerata Concerts and three more guest conductors planned for 2021.
News release January 4, 2021 For Immediate release Three more Camerata Concerts and three more guest conductors planned for 2021. SNB continues to celebrate NB talent while searching for the next Music Director. Symphony New Brunswick welcomes 2021 with three more live Camerata Concerts at theatres in Saint John, Fredericton and Moncton. SNB will […]
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SNB plans for “Winter Delights”
News Release: Winter Delights December 3, 2020 for immediate release Symphony New Brunswick is preparing to perform concerts December 16, 18 and 19 if at all possible. If necessary, concerts will be pushed into January, with any tickets already purchased valid for any new date. Winter Delights promises to be a real delight for […]
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SNB RUSH TICKET OFFER
SNB RUSH TICKET OFFER September 24, 2020 for season 2020-2021 Symphony New Brunswick renews its Under 35/over 70 special community pricing. This offer may be extended to other members of the community, please contact us to discuss. Send a picture of you, your date of birth and your city to symphony@nbnet.nb.ca SNB will send you a […]
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Symphony New Brunswick begins its season of wonderful live concerts
Press release Summer Roses Symphony New Brunswick begins its season of wonderful live concerts SNB is so happy to be able to offer live music to its audiences. Music is a part of community and of community healing. It is an experience shared through a common language that transcends time, space and status. SNB has […]
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SNB NEWS
Symphony New Brunswick Season 2020 LIVE! October through December Symphony New Brunswick will reach deep into the resilience of its musicians and our music history to present a 2020-2021 season for you!We will adjust our performances to our ever-changing world and welcome audiences into the safe environments prepared by the theatres. We will exercise all […]
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A Message From Our President
To our valued patrons, I hope this note finds you all well. Thank you to those who contributed this Spring through kind words, encouragement and donations to our recent appeal. Your thoughts and gifts will help significantly as we navigate the new normal and plan our program for 2020-2021. The Symphony New Brunswick team truly appreciates your continued […]
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Presidents Message
Presidents Message Greetings everyone, I sincerely hope you and your families are well and safe. Below is a brief update on what is happening at Symphony New Brunswick during this unprecedented time. As you know, SNB was forced to either postpone or cancel all remaining events this season and much uncertainty remains about whether we […]
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Symphony New Brunswick Announces More Concert Postponements
SYMPHONY NEW BRUNSWICK INC. PRESS RELEASE April 3, 2020 Symphony New Brunswick Announces Concert Postponements Symphony New Brunswick is announcing further postponement and cancellations of its Bravo and Virtuoso series concerts. The Symphony’s priority remains to protect our musicians, staff and patrons in this period of uncertainty. Due to the Province of New Brunswick’s social […]
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What are SNB Musicians doing at home?
SNB musician Joel Cormier is still practicing for the Emmanuel Séjourné Concerto for Marimba and Orchestra.This piece, scheduled to be performed in May, may well have to wait for its audience BUT it will be performed!!!
Symphony New Brunswick Announces Concert Postponements
SYMPHONY NEW BRUNSWICK INC. PRESS RELEASE March 18, 2020 Symphony New Brunswick Announces Concert Postponements In response to the provincial closure of our theatres and venues and due to the growing threat of the Covid-19 pandemic, Symphony New Brunswick is announcing postponement of its three Bravo Series concerts scheduled for March 21-22, 2020 in Fredericton, […]
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First taste of the SNB Composition Competition
News Release February 26, 2020 Family Show, Diversity and Inclusion, demonstrates some of the many ways that music connects us. The Audience at the Family show will be able to hear the first two winners of Symphony New Brunswick’s Emerging Artist Composition Competition. There has been some fantastic response to the composition competition and “emerging” […]
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Imperial brings in the holiday spirit with annual Christmas concert
Review by Jennifer Musgrave Imperial brought another winning performance in collaboration with Symphony NB on December 18, 21st, and 22nd with songs classic and contemporary for the holidays. Symphony performed their Christmas concert with conductor Kevin Mallon who brought some much needed warmth to the chilly night air. The Christmas spirit was felt and heard […]
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Imperial Theatre presents voices from the past – a review by Jennifer Musgrave
Jeremy Dutcher and Symphony musical collaboration connects cultures and people On Saturday November 16th Indigenous musician and composer Jeremy Dutcher performed with Symphony at the Imperial Theatre in a collaborative production that brought First Nations music to maritime audiences. Presented in Halifax, Fredericton, Moncton and finally Saint John, the show sold out for all four […]
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SNB leaks Christmas Concert sing along songs
Hark! the herald angels sing, “Glory to the new-born King! Peace on earth, and mercy mild, God and sinners reconciled.” Joyful, all ye nations, rise, Join the triumph of the skies; With th’ angelic host proclaim, “Christ is born in Bethlehem.” Hark! the herald angels sing, “Glory to the new-born King! Christ, by highest heaven […]
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Symphony New Brunswick Announces Management Appointment
SYMPHONY NEW BRUNSWICK INC. PRESS RELEASE December 12, 2019 Symphony New Brunswick Announces Management Appointment Symphony New Brunswick Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Gillian Gresh as Director, Donor Relations. A driving force in Philanthropy and Events, Gillian brings over nine-years-experience to Symphony NB. She has a background in philanthropy, partnership development, event […]
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SNB AGM NOV 2, 1 PM in Dieppe
SYMPHONY NEW BRUNSWICK – NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2019 Notice is hereby given that the 2019 Annual General Meeting of Symphony New Brunswick Inc. will be held on Saturday, November 2 2019, in the amphitheatre at CCNB – Campus de Dieppe 505, rue du Collège at 1:00 pm. Items on the agenda will include […]
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Symphony New Brunswick to host competition for young New Brunswick composers
New Brunswick- Symphony New Brunswick is preparing for what will be a very exciting season. The search for the next SNB principal conductor and music director will bring eight different guest conductors to New Brunswick, and with them will be a line up of renown Canadian artists including cellist Denise Djokic, singer and composer Jeremy […]
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Symphony New Brunswick Announces Board Appointment
SYMPHONY NEW BRUNSWICK INC. PRESS RELEASE, Français suite August 27, 2019 Symphony New Brunswick Announces Board Appointment Symphony New Brunswick Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Edmund Dawe of Alma, New Brunswick to its Board of Directors. Dr. Dawe received undergraduate degrees in music and music education from Memorial University, a Masters […]
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The Search for a new MD begins at SNB
News Release for Camerata NB “Airs and Graces” New Brunswick- This October, Camerata New Brunswick presents a concert of classics for chamber orchestra showcasing the oeuvres of Haydn, Mozart, Respighi, and Jose Evangelista. The concert will be conducted by guest conductor Genevieve Leclair and will feature Patrick Bolduc on solo bassoon. Haydn’s Symphony no. 45, […]
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Symphony Foundation Receives Federal Government Grant
SYMPHONY NEW BRUNSWICK FOUNDATION INC. PRESS RELEASE June 7, 2019 Symphony Foundation Receives Federal Government Grant Symphony New Brunswick Foundation Inc. has received a grant of $212,872 from the Government of Canada. The contribution is a matching grant from Canadian Heritage’s Canada Cultural Investment Fund – Endowment Incentives Component. The award is based upon private […]
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BEER, BEETHOVEN AND THE BLUES!
HAPPENING IN FREDERICTON BEER, BEETHOVEN AND THE BLUES! Friday, June 14, 7-10 p.m. AN EVENT NOT TO BE MISSED! Now in it’s 3rd year, The Fredericton Friends of Symphony NB present the Beer, Beethoven & the Blues! Join us at Picaroons Roundhouse for an evening of great beer, great friends and fantastic music! Performers include […]
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Symphony new Brunswick Announces Conductor Line-up for 2019-2020 Season
SYMPHONY NEW BRUNSWICK INC. PRESS RELEASE April 16, 2019 Symphony new Brunswick Announces Conductor Line-up for 2019-2020 Season Symphony New Brunswick Inc. has announced the names of guest conductors for the Orchestra’s 2019-2020 season. Six of the seven guests are candidates under consideration to fill the vacant Music Director’s position. The Symphony announced a search […]
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Special Addition to Symphony New Brunswick Virtuoso Series in Fredericton and Saint John
Flights of Fancy Symphony New Brunswick and Resonance New Music present “Flights of Fancy”, an eclectic concert of music for the unusual combination of voice, violin, string bass and marimba. Well-known soprano Sally Dibblee will join Symphony members in a brand-new set of songs by New Brunswick’s senior and most prolific composer Michael R. Miller. […]
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Symphony new Brunswick Announces Board Appointment
Symphony New Brunswick Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Moncton native Lynne Castonguay, B.Ps., M.A.Ps., LL.B., to its Board of Directors. As Secretary-General of the Université de Moncton, Ms. Castonguay is a member of the senior executive team of the university and coordinates the activities of its senior governing bodies, the Board of […]
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Symphony Foundation Announces Board Appointment
PRESS RELEASE for immediate release March 25, 2019 Symphony Foundation Announces Board Appointment Reid Parker, president of Symphony New Brunswick Foundation Inc./La Fondation Symphonique Nouveau-Brunswick Inc., is pleased to announce the appointment of Derek G. Pannell to the Foundation’s Board of Directors. Mr. Pannell is a Corporate Director and the Board Chair of Brookfield Infrastructure […]
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Saint John String Quartet plus 2 for Dramatic Contrasts
News Release March 21, 2019 For immediate release Dramatic Contrasts Saint John String Quartet with guests Patrick Bolduc, Bassoon and Andrew Miller, Bass April 4, 2019 McCain Hall, STU, Fredericton 19H30 April 6, 2019 Resurgo Place, Moncton 19H30 April 7, 2019 Saint John Arts centre 14H00 April 12, 2019 St Francis Xavier, Sussex 19H30 This […]
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Symphony New Brunswick Virtuoso Series presents Soundscapes
Symphony New Brunswick’s Virtuoso Series kicks off in 2019 with Soundscapes/ Paysages Sonores; a concert designed to warm the hearts and minds of its audience. With concerts from the 24th to the 27th of January, the Saint John String Quartet will hit the winter roads to bring this sonorous tour to Fredericton, Moncton, and Saint […]
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Mezzo Jillian Bonner Joins SNB’s production of the Messiah
Due to unforeseen circumstances, Jillian Bonner will be replacing Heather Flemming as Mezzo Soprano in the Symphony New Brunswick production of Handel’s Messiah, December 18 in Fredericton at the Playhouse, December 19 at the Imperial Theatre in Saint John and December 20 in Moncton at the Capitol. All concerts are at 7:30 PM with a […]
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Sussex Area Community Foundation supports local SNB concerts
The Virtuoso Series has been growing in Sussex and Symphony New Brunswick is thrilled to have the support of the Sussex Area Community Foundation for this concert series. At the acoustically wonderful St Francis Xavier Church on Church Street, several groups of SNB Core Musicians have been performing for the past several years. “The support […]
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Symphony Seeks New Music Director
SYMPHONY NEW BRUNSWICK INC. PRESS RELEASE Symphony Seeks New Music Director At Symphony New Brunswick’s Annual General Meeting Sunday afternoon, the Symphony announced that a formal search for a new Music Director has commenced. The position will be advertised before the end of the month. Michael Newnham left the position last May and was appointed […]
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Symphony New Brunswick joins Cirque Musica Holiday!
Tickets are On Sale Now for Cirque Musica Holiday presents Wonderland with live music by Symphony New Brunswick! Coming to Moncton, the Avenir Centre Friday, November 16 and to Saint John at Harbour Station Sunday, December 2nd. Get your tickets today! at http://cirquemaritimes.ca/ Cirque Musica Holiday presents Wonderland is the perfect opportunity for the entire […]
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SYMPHONY NEW BRUNSWICK – NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2018
SYMPHONY NEW BRUNSWICK – NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2018 Notice is hereby given that the 2018 Annual General Meeting of Symphony New Brunswick Inc. will be held on Sunday, October 21st, 2018, at The Church of Saint Andrew and Saint David 164 Germain St, Saint John, NB E2L 2G3 at 2:00 pm. Items on […]
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Mélanie Léonard Q & A
Mélanie Léonard will be guest conductor October 15, 16, 17 Bravo Series Concert, English Elegance.// What inspired you to become a conductor? // Qu’est-ce qui vous a inspiré à devenir chef d’orchestre? I had a very artistic and varied background. I always felt nourished by all the different types of art. I did ballet as […]
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Measha Breuggergossman and Symphony NB
Live at the new amphitheater in St Andrews, July 15 at 2 pm. Enjoy a program of classical and popular songs with Measha and “Your Provincial Orchestra”
Saint John Artist donates proceeds of exhibition to support Symphony New Brunswick
After attending a recent concert by Symphony New Brunswick conducted by Michael Newnham with Philip Thomson playing Shostakovich’s Second Piano Concerto, the well-known artist, Octavio Ribeiro, decided to respond to a donation request in a most artistic manner. “I attended a memorable concert by Symphony New Brunswick last night. The orchestra has come a long […]
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“Beer Beethoven and the Blues” returns in Fredericton
After the very successful event in 2017, The Friends of Symphony NB are preparing for an even more exciting 2018 event. Join us on Friday, June 15 at 7pm for a night of music, art and, of course, beer at the Picaroons Roundhouse. Tickets $35 include snacks and one beverage. Tickets at Picaroons locations and […]
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Symphony New Brunswick special offer “Dry Night Out” to those affected by the flood waters.
May 10, 2018 Symphony New Brunswick special offer “Dry Night Out” to those affected by the flood waters. Basement flooded? Road washed out? Symphony New Brunswick reaches out with music. Drop into the Playhouse or the Imperial, show us a picture of your water problem and pick up tickets to the symphony for $5! Forget […]
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Divertimento with Saint John String Quartet and Tim Blackmore
March 26, 2018 News Release ……..For Immediate Release DIVERTIMENTO April 7, 7:30 – Resurgo Place, Moncton April 8, 2 PM Saint John Arts Centre April 20, 7:30 pm – St Francis Xavier Church, Sussex Sonja, David and Chris from Saint John String Quartet are joining up with Tim Blackmore for a concert of early music […]
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SAVE THE DATE: May 12, 2018.
SNB Toasts long time Maestro Newnham as he expands his horizons OUR IRISH ROOTS Presented by the Saint John “Friends of the Symphony” with special guest Maestro Michael Newnham Raise a glass with the Maestro; chat with SNB musicians; bid on some fantastic musical offerings; get your knees up and let your hair down for […]
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Symphony New Brunswick presents Ventus Machina March 22, 24, 25.
Symphony New Brunswick presents Ventus Machina The Dieppe woodwind quintet returns to their classical roots with the spring offering: “Meanwhile South of the Border”. This concert contains some of the best Woodwind Quintet music written recently in the U.S.: both virtuosic and melodic; colourful and optimistic. The concerts will take place on Thursday March 22, […]
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Early Spring Passions and Quixotic Adventures for Symphony Audiences March 12, 13, 14.
New Brunswick- After a two-month winter hiatus, Symphony New Brunswick returns to the stage with a program highlighting some of the greatest works of the 18th century. From the tilting-at-windmills romance of Telemann’s Don Quixote Suite, to the distilled passion of Haydn’s Symphony No. 49 in F minor, this concert explores the depths and sensitivity […]
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Youthful Romance with Saint John String Quartet
Youthful Romance with Saint John String Quartet February 24, 2018 Moncton, Resurgo Place, 7:30 February 25, 2018 Saint John Arts Centre, 2 pm March 1, 2018 McCain Hall, STU, 7:30 The ever youthful Saint John String Quartet will brighten your February with a concert centred around the String Quartet Op 2 by the then youthful […]
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Michael Newnham’s Role with Symphony New Brunswick Changes
Announced January 15, 2018 Symphony New Brunswick President Reid Parker has announced that Michael Newnham will be relinquishing his position as Music Director at the end of the Symphony’s 2017-2018 season. Newnham has been appointed Principal Guest Conductor of the Symphony and will return during the 2018-2019 season for the Christmas concert tour […]
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Symphony New Brunswick Virtuoso Series: “Circles” with Ventus Machina and Résonance
News Release January 13, 2018 Symphony New Brunswick […]
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Mid Season Pass On Sale Now
This Holiday Season Give the Gift of Music 3 Bravo Concerts for the price of 2 Quixotic Passion (March 12–14) A Baroque Banquet (April 16–18) Keys to the Hometown (May 14–16) Call now to buy Fredericton (506) 458-8344 Moncton 1-800-567-1922 Saint John (506) 674-4100 This offer is available until January 15
The Saint John String Quartet Features Schumann’s String Quartet #1
Finally, The Saint John String Quartet is back in concert. Their first concert Reflections, reflects on the ways in which string music is put together and the concepts that give composers the ideas to create the melodies. Join David Adams and Danielle Sametz, violins, Chris Buckley, viola and Sonya Adams cello as they open their […]
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Back From The Break
Drama and More Drama: A multi Media Musical Adventure With the SNB Group Résonance featuring Andrew Miller, Danielle Sametz and special guest, Peter Mears on Piano Program for November 30/ December 10, 2017 This concert had to be rescheduled from September when the pianist broke his arm in a bicycle mishap. Now recovered and back […]
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Symphony New Brunswick Gets Operatic, with Concerts November 13, 14, 15.
New Brunswick native opera singers Paul Bustin and Sally Dibblee team up with Symphony New Brunswick and conductor Michael Newnham to present an evening of opera favorites. The program will include selections from two of the most renowned operas- The Marriage of Figaro and Madam Butterfly. Bustin has been described as “possessing an impressive, resonant baritone voice of […]
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Concerts October 16, 17, 18, 2017
Beethoven Symphony #4, Paert Fratres, Brahms violin concerto with Giora Schmidt
SNB 2017 AGM announced for October 21, 2017
SYMPHONY NEW BRUNSWICK – NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2017 Notice is hereby given that the 2017 Annual General Meeting of Symphony New Brunswick Inc. will be held on Saturday, October 21st, 2017, at the Saint John Arts Centre, 20 Hazen Avenue, Saint John, New Brunswick at 1:00 pm. Items on the agenda will […]
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SNB’s Sarah Harrigan interviews Giora Schmidt
Tell me a bit about your thoughts/perspective on the Brahms violin concerto. It is one of two biggest concertos we have as violinist, along with the Beethoven violin concerto. It is one of the benchmarks we have to hit as violinists. I first learned it when I was 18. Brahms wrote his violin […]
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Symphony New Brunswick is your orchestra and classical music is your kind of music
SNB has a series of special offers to encourage those of you, who might not be sure if an orchestra concert is for you or not, to try a Symphony New Brunswick concert. Student tickets to all performances are just $10 at the door or at theatre box offices, with even better offers available for […]
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SNB Group Ventus Machina Produces Its First CD
Join the group for the launch on September 10 from 5-7 PM at the Salle Neil Michaud at U de M in Moncton
Free concert at Kingsbrae Gardens Aug. 27th
Enjoy a free, outdoor family concert on August 27th at 2 pm in Kingsbrae Garden, St. Andrews in honour of Canada’s 150th and Canada’s Proud Military Story.Under a big white tent in the splendid gardens this Symphony New Brunswick concert features war-time songs arranged by Andrew Creeggan for contralto Heather Flemming, as well as Ventus […]
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SNB Music Director Q&A
Michael Newnham, Music Director and Principal Conductor of SNB, answers questions about his life as a conductor. CLICK HERE to read!
An Interview with SNB musician Christopher Buckley
For insights into the inner workings of the mind of SNB principal violist click on this link.
Annual Symphony Plant Sale
The event that you have all been waiting for. Get your summer garden ready and support SNB.
BEER, BEETHOVEN&THE BLUES in FREDERICTON
AN EVENT NOT TO BE MISSED! Saturday June 3, 7-10 p.m. The Friends of Symphony NB present Beer, Beethoven & the Blues! Join us at the new Picaroons Roundhouse, Union Street Fredericton, for an evening of great beer, great friends and fantastic music! Performers include local favorites Sheldon Gordon & The Tone Kings, and award-winning […]
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CARMEN the BALLET
May 19 in Saint John May 30 in Moncton June 1 in Fredericton Hear/See/ Feel the tragic and exciting Story of Carmen brought live to the stage for audiences in Moncton, Fredericton and Saint John. This ballet has been choreographed by Igor Dobrovolskiy for the Atlantic Ballet Theatre Company and SNB. The orchestra will be […]
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Supporting the Arts in New Brunswick
Government of Canada provides funding in support of Symphony New Brunswick SAINT JOHN, NB, April 18, 2017 /CNW/ – Wayne Long, Member of Parliament (Saint John–Rothesay), on behalf of the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Canadian Heritage, today announced a matching grant of $334,831 for the Symphony New Brunswick Foundation, in support of the programs […]
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Shhhhhh… Nobody tell the brass. It’s a (Symphony) Speakeasy!
Don’t miss out on Saint John’s own Speakeasy. You won’t see one of these very often. Think the Great Gatsby. Think Bonny and Clyde, and all that prohibition fun. We’ll be serving Roaring ’20s style food and drinks and giving out prizes for the best costume, if you feel inclined to match your dress […]
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Symphony New Brunswick Presents Back-to-Back Concerts
New Brunswick—Symphony New Brunswick recognizes that we all need a break from the wintry weather and will present two fabulous concerts to bring in the spring — “Ventus Machina in Concert” and “Hammers and Strings,” a concert featuring the Saint John String Quartet with guest pianist Martin Kutnowski. These concerts in late March […]
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SNB on Ice
Music and Sport are both important parts of a healthy culture. SNB is proud of the opportunity to collaborate with the Saint John Sea Dogs Links to the action: Music and sports are equally important inSaint John! SNB hits the ice! Posted by Symphony New Brunswick on Sunday, February 26, 2017 No comments necessary. We […]
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“Four Plus One” Equals Five
New Brunswick— Symphony New Brunswick presents the renowned Saint John String Quartet and Principal Bass player Andrew Miller, giving audiences an unusual quintet performance in “Four Plus One.” They will be performing this unique concert in Moncton, Saint John, and Sussex between Feb. 18 and Feb. 25. One of the pieces they will be […]
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Elegance is the Saint John String Quartet
January 12, 2016 For Immediate Release Symphony New Brunswick Presents Elegance/Élégance Concert by String Quartet New Brunswick— Symphony New Brunswick presents the renowned Saint John String Quartet in its first Virtuoso concert of 2017 in Elegance/Élegance — a program of “Impressions” in concerts across the province from Jan. 19-22. The works of three composers […]
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SNB presents the NAC Orchestra May 4, 2017 at the Imperial Theatre
Canada’s NAC Orchestra and violin virtuoso James Ehnes come together for an evening of music and storytelling for their Canada 150 Tour. This special performance will celebrate Canadian classical music at its very best. The evening culminates with John Estacio’s electrifying new work I Lost My Talk, inspired by Mi’kmaw Elder and poet Rita Joe, C.M. The […]
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SNB is proud of the Saint John String Quartet
from Martin Kutnowski: Very excited about the release of our trailer with the Saint John String Quartet, telling the story of our recent Latin American Tour. Sharing the stage with these wonderful artists was a true privilege. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oaUv3Nfc100&feature=youtu.be
Symphony New Brunswick Makes a Trio of Appointments
October 3, 2016 New Brunswick—Symphony New Brunswick Board Chair Reid Parker is delighted to announce two new appointments to the Board of Directors, while General Manager Jennifer Grant is pleased to announce a new staff appointment. These individuals will be lending their expertise and enthusiasm to heighten the […]
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Symphony Foundation Announces Major Government Funding
SYMPHONY NEW BRUNSWICK FOUNDATION INC. PRESS RELEASE May 18,2016 Symphony New Brunswick Foundation Inc. has received a grant of $154,929 from the Government of Canada. The grant is the ninth received by the Foundation bringing the total investment by the Government of Canada to $968,000 since 2008. The contribution is a matching grant based upon […]
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Symphony New Brunswick Celebrates a successful season with the second annual “Top Brass” Ball
Saturday, May 14 starting at 7:30 at the Marco Polo Cruise Terminal Part social mixer, part celebration and, of course, part fund raiser, this event offers something for everyone. From good food, to beautiful live music led by SNB’s concertmaster, David Adams; from a casino section to impromptu dance “lessons”, and a surprise visit […]
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Ventus Machina plays Jazz
Ventus Machina – the quintet from which you can always expect the unexpected. Starting in Fredericton on April 21, audiences will have the chance to hear a brand new program of jazz-inspired greats both new and old. Ventus Machina clarinetist James Kalyn acts as soloist and band leader, taking us on a tour of the […]
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SNB call for stories in need of music
SNB is looking for a short original story to link the Sculpture Symposium and our Free Family Concert this August.The story will be set to music and performed as part of the “Children’s Corner”. Contact SNB at 634 8379 or symphony@nbnet.nb.ca for details
Wonderful collaboration between SNB and the Atlantic Ballet Theatre Company!
A very Successful Concert series of Upstairs Downstairs/ Iceman is celebrated here by a group photograph by Rob Blanchard.
Symphony New Brunswick Announces Plans for its Premier Performance in Miramichi City
Symphony New Brunswick has released details of planned performances in April which will include the orchestra’s debut in Miramichi City. The orchestra will perform its regular “Bravo Series” concerts in Moncton, Fredericton and Saint John on April 4, 5 and 6 and then will take to the road for special performances of the same […]
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Two of New Brunswick’s largest Arts Organizations collaborate this March
UPSTAIRS- DOWNSTAIRS/ ICEMAN Please note that our regular concert dates do not apply. The concert dates are: March 19, 2016: Imperial Theatre, Saint John; March 21, 2016: Capitol Theatre, Moncton; March 23, 2016: The Playhouse, Fredericton (all shows at 7:30) Symphony NB’s orchestral group Camerata NB beguiles on both the stage and in the orchestra […]
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“Quinte(t)ssentially Opera” – Ventus Machina and Monette Gould, Soprano perform in Sussex, Fredericton, Moncton and Saint John
Saturday, February 20, 2016 at 7:30 pm, at St Francis Xavier Church, the Sussex area audience will have the chance to hear Ventus Machina performing a brand new program of opera-inspired gems, with guest artist Monette Gould, Soprano. Perfect for audiences of all ages and musical tastes, this program features fun and […]
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Valentine’s Serenade at 2 PM at the Arts Centre in Saint John
The concert Sunday February 14 is definitely at 2 PM in the Saint John Arts Centre. We apologize for misleading typos. Free admission to NEW CANADIANS!
SJSQ nominated for ECMA award
Classical Composition of the Year Anthony Genge – “Eastern Passage” Derek Charke – “Wired and Wound” Dinuk Wijeratne – “Two Pop Songs on Antique Poems” Jérôme Blais – “(Un)forgotten Voices” Martin Kutnowski – “Peter Emberley’s Dream” Classical Recording of the Year Duo Concertante – Mendelssohn and MacDonald Double Concertos The Sanctuary Trio – Estuary Saint […]
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SNB Virtuoso Series: Beat the winter blues with the sounds of the SJSQ!
SNB Virtuoso Series continues in 2016 with the Saint John String Quartet in concert in Moncton, Fredericton and Saint John. Join the group for a friendly and relaxed evening of great classical entertainment ! The 3rd concert of SNB’s Virtuoso Series, “Ebb and Flo” explores constant undulation of music. The centerpiece of this concert is […]
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Spring is on its way!
As the days get longer and our thoughts turn to Spring, what could be better that planning for a Spring Ball. This year’s SNB special event, May 14, 2016, will include live music for ball room dancing, finger food, a friendly casino, special guests and a lively fiddle group to round out the evening. There […]
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Canadian Icon joins up with SNB for Christmas show
Continuing its series of yearly cross- over mixed genre concerts, . Join us December 14-16 for the second Bravo Series Concert of the 2015-2016 season in Moncton, Fredericton and Saint John. Lennie is a true Canadian story teller. His passion for the Maritimes, its history and culture flows out of his music in both official […]
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Ventus Machina plays Classical – part of Symphony New Brunswick’s Virtuoso series
From November 19 through 22, New Brunswick audiences will have the chance to hear Ventus Machina, the outstanding New Brunswick based woodwind quintet, presenting the third concert of SNB’s 2015-16 Virtuoso Series line-up. This ‘back to the classics’ offering should entertain and inform audiences of all ages. Listeners will be treated to a musical tour […]
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Symphony NB will present the Saint John String Quartet performing “Back in the USSR”.
The concert will feature works with a Russia connection; one of Joseph Haydn’s Op 33 Quartets that he dedicated to the Grand Duke Paul of Russia, nicknamed the “Bird”. Also String Quartet No. 1 by Alexander Borodin who was one of five nationalistic Russian composers known as the “Mighty Handful”. Their aim was to create […]
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News from Symphony New Brunswick Foundation Inc.
In late November, the Foundation will once again apply for a matching grant from Canadian Heritage’s Cultural Investment Fund. Potential donors are encouraged to make their contributions before the application deadline cut-off of November 25th. Last March, the Foundation received $143,000 from the Government. More donations are urgently needed to match this total. […]
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New Brunswick Welcomes Giora Schmidt
Coming into New Brunswick Sunday to rehearse with SNB for the first Bravo Series concert of the season is Giora Schmidt. Giora is a fast rising star and we are extremely excited to have him play with us. This is the 150th anniversary of the birth of Jan Sibelius and to celebrate, Giora […]
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SNB Annual AGM
SYMPHONY NEW BRUNSWICK- NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERALMEETING 2015 Notice is hereby given that the 2015 Annual General Meeting of Symphony New Brunswick Inc. will be held on Sunday, October 25th, 2015, at the Saint John Arts Centre, 20 Peel Plaza, Saint John, New Brunswick at 2:00 pm. Items on the agenda will consist of the […]
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The valley of the possible
Fall Rendez-vous: The valley of the possible The valley of the possible: the work of Camille Lefebvre Date: October 7, 8.9, 10 at 7:30 and October 11 at 2 pm Location: Monument-Lefebvre TheatreThe valley of the possible: the work of Camille Lefebvre is an original musical work for choir, soloists and orchestra. In fall 2014, the show was […]
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Libraries have more than books!
Looking for something great to do with the family this Saturday? Libraries have more than books! They have the Saint John String Quartet! This Saturday Sept. 26 at Fredericton Public Library, 10:30am and at Saint John Free Public Library, 2:30pm, David, Dani, Chris and Sonja will be “assembling the string quartet”. The show is fun and […]
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Berlioz : Les Nuits d’été to be sung by Andrea Ludwig in May
SNB is so happy to announce that Andrea Ludwig will be stepping in to sing with the orchestra in May. We are delighted to be able to hear her again on our NB stages.You may remember her from the Messiah in 2013 Check out her biography here http://andrealudwig.ca
The SJSQ invites you all to be part of the experience.
Always searching for New and Exciting sounds, SJSQ is delighted to be performing with ..The BASSOON! To kick off Symphony New Brunswick’s exciting 2015/16 season, the Saint John String Quartet will take to the stage. The program will offer an intimate sampling of Slavonic music. Bassoonist Patrick Bolduc will display his instrument’s unique sound performing […]
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Children’s Corner at the Free Family Concert in St. Andrews
Join us at the Beautiful Kingsbrae Garden, August 16, 12-4 pm for Stories, Children’s activities and great music!
Children’s Corner at the Free Family Concert in Saint John
Join us at Saint John Harbour, August 15, 1-5 PM for Stories, Face Painting, magic, good music and much more.
Symphony New Brunswick reaches out to Millenials
Under 35, not a student, and like classical music? Love the symphony but need a price break? SNB celebrates Canada Day and the wealth of professional musical talent in New Brunswick with this special offer! Join Symphony New Brunswick’s U35 club for free and come to any SNB concert for the special price of $15. […]
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Camerata NB and Suzie LeBlanc
Camerata NB and Suzie LeBlanc join up again for an even more fantastic concert! Join them in Woodstock, Shediac or Rothesay to hear a concert of symphonies and songs by Mozart and Haydn. Read on for concert times, programs and notes… May 30, Woodstock, 7PM Woodstock Baptist Church tickets $20 adults/$10 students May 31, Shediac, 2 PM […]
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Celebrating the New World
Symphony New Brunswick expands across the stage to perform one of the most famous pieces of classical music, Anton Dvorak’s New World Symphony. Written while Dvořák was living and working in New York City, the symphony purportedly incorporates the composer’s reflections on his American setting. The piece premiered at Carnegie Hall on December 16, 1893 and has been performed throughout […]
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Symphony NB is proud to present Free Outdoor Afternoon Family Concerts
Saturday August 15th, 2PM Loyalist Plaza Saint John Sunday August 16th, 2PM Kingsbrae Gardens St. Andrews These free concerts are sure to be fun for the entire family!
Symphony New Brunswick Presents ‘Dialogues’ performed by The Saint John String Quartet
Symphony New Brunswick Symphonie Nouveau-Brunswick Virtuoso Series/ Série virtuoso Dialogues Saint John String Quartet David Adams, violin Danielle Sametz, violin Christopher Buckley, viola Sonja Adams, cello 18 avril/ April 18, 2015 19:30 Moncton, St. John’s United 19 avril/April 19, 2015 14:00 Saint John Arts Centre 23 avril/April 23 19:30 Fredericton, St. Thomas University […]
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Camerata NB has grown to include winds! With soloist Suzie LeBlanc
The 2015 Tour, May 30/31 will be to Woodstock, May 30, 7pm Baptist church Shediac, May 31, 2pm St Joseph’s Rothesay, May 31, 7pm “Our Lady” Program W.A. Mozart: Symphony no. 29 in A major, K. 201 W.A. Mozart: Arias : from Le Nozze di Figaro *Recitativo: Giunse alfine il momento* Aria: Deh vieni, […]
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Saint John String Quartet- CBC Searchlight
Please help support our Saint John String Quartet in their quest to be Canada’s best musical artist. Voting opened Monday, March 30th and will b open for 10 days. http://music.cbc.ca/#!/artists/Saint-John-String-Quartet all you have to do is sign-up and vote. Help them bring classical music back into the mix!
Tickets now on sale!
Tickets to the May 7th Eleanor McCain concert are now on sale at the Moncton Coliseum get yours soon. 377 promenade Killam Drive, Moncton, NB E1C 3T1 Fax / Téléc. | 506.859.2678 / www.monctoncoliseum.com Buy Tickets Online: tickets.moncton.ca<http://www.tickets.moncton.ca/> / Achat en ligne : billets.moncton.ca<http://www.billets.moncton.ca/>
Blizzard Forecast
The concert “Fantasy” scheduled for 2PM Sunday, March 15 at the Saint John Arts Centre has been postponed to 6:30 PM Monday, March 16 at the Saint John Arts Centre. We hope to see you there!
Impending storm
Because of the weather forecast for this Sunday March 15th, we have set aside a reserve date on the following day at 6:30PM at the Saint John Arts Centre. The decision will be made tomorrow at about noon as to which day the concert will be held. Thank you and we hope you enjoy the show.
Eleanor McCain with Symphony NB
Having no less a luminary than multiple GRAMMY-Award winning superstar producer David Foster (Céline Dion, Josh Groban) publicly declare “she’s going places” during a star-studded concert in which she shared the stage with Lionel Richie, Natalie Cole and Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds, Eleanor McCain has dazzled audiences for more than a decade with a voice the […]
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SNB proudly presents the Saint John String Quartet performing “Fantasy”.
The quartet will transport audiences to Vienna in 1785 with Mozart’s masterpiece String Quartet K465 “The Dissonance”, to Brighton, England in1904 with the idyllic Phantasie Quartet by Bridge and London in 1926 with the lush harmonies of Rebecca Clarke’s “Poem” and finally to modern day, Canada with “Behind the Red Door “ by Arthur Bachmann.
A Musical Journey with Suzie LeBlanc
Suzie LeBlanc: A Musical Journey with Elizabeth Bishop by Emilie White / November 1, 2013 Elizabeth Bishop, one of America’s great 20th century poets, had a special place in her heart for Nova Scotia. It was where she lived with her maternal grandparents as a child, a place she called home, and the inspiration and […]
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Program for Ventis Machina’s “Scaramouche” Feb 7 & 8
February 7, 7:30 PM at St John’s United in Moncton February 8, 2 PM at Saint John Arts Centre in Saint John Sinfonia da Camera pour Sextour à vent Pierre Max Dubois (1930-95) i. Entrée ii. Gigue en Rondeau Valses Nobles et sentimentales Maurice Ravel (1875-1937) i. Moderé arr. Frank Morelli ii. Assez lent iii. […]
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News from Symphony new Brunswick Foundation Inc.
Symphony New Brunswick Foundation Inc. and Symphony New Brunswick Inc. have approved a new donor recognition program for donors to the Symphony’s endowment fund administered by the Foundation. The following is a summary of the highlights of this new program. Interested readers are asked to call the Symphony office to obtain further details. The Symphony’s […]
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The Symphony Ball: The Event of the Winter Season!
Top Brass is a charity event in support of Symphony New Brunswick. You can expect: Dancing, Live music, Casino and Photo booth; FUN, cash bar, delicious food throughout the evening, auction items, entertainment, more dancing and more Fun.You can support this event as a sponsor or as a donor for a tax receipt. You can […]
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Program notes: Celebrating the Passion
NB’s own Slavic Sweetheart Ludmila Knezkova– Hussey In Ludmila’s own words, she expresses: (see more at www.ludmilaknezkovahussey.ca ) “I believe in passing on to my students the work ethic of the great composers and artists of the past, which has become my motto, a lifelong dedication to excellence, through hard work, continuous growth, development and […]
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Measha Brueggergosman releases holiday album
New Brunswick born artist Measha Brueggergosman just released a brand new holiday album with her renditions of Sleigh Ride, Let Joy Reign, The Christmas Song and The Litter Drummer Boy! It will be available Monday, October 27. Buy and preview the album on iTunes. Also, check out this great duet with Royal Wood “Let Joy […]
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Matt Andersen goes to the Symphony!
Symphony New Brunswick invites Matt Andersen to its stage for an evening of orchestra backed blues. These special Fund Raising concerts, with Stewart McKelvey as presenting sponsor in all three cities, will not only raise funds for Symphony New Brunswick but will also show you a side of your symphony that reveals its development and […]
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SNB will be holding auditions in October 2014
Vacancies: Principal Oboe, Principal Horn (possible 3rd) Date: Saturday October 18, 2014, 9:30 am- 12 Location: Centre scolaire Samuel-de-Champlain 67 Ragged Point Road Saint John NB E2K 5C3 Please contact Christopher Buckley, Personnel Manager. 506 634 8379 / 506 3334514 symphony@nbnet.nb.ca Audition Repertoire List Principal Horn (possible 3) Solo concerto: – W A Mozart Horn […]
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Great news for the future of music in New Brunswick
The Moncton Symphony Foundation is pleased to announce the 2013 Moncton Symphony Foundation Music Bursary recipients. The winners are very talented high school graduates who will be pursuing their studies in music at the university level. They are from left, cellist, singer, composer, Jaeyoung Chong, a graduate of Bernice MacNaughton High School, who will be […]
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