American classical musicians unite to defend free speech in open letter
Classical musicians speak out in defence of free speech
More than 500 leading voices in the American classical music world — from soloists and composers to orchestra members and educators — have signed a powerful open letter denouncing what they describe as attacks on free speech by former U.S. President Donald Trump and his administration.
A family send-off celebrates longtime WSO concertmaster
After 37 years, a changing of the guard is about to occur within the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra.
The ensemble’s final concerts of the 2024-2025 season are a tribute to one of the biggest changes: the retirement of Gwen Hoebig after 37 years as the WSO’s concertmaster.
'Violin of Hope': A Hidden Message from Dachau Uncovered After 84 Years
‘Violin of Hope’ crafted in Dachau hides message from imprisoned luthier
In the shadows of history’s darkest chapter, a message of hope has emerged from the most unexpected of places: the inside of a violin built in the Dachau concentration camp during World War II.
Documentary details fall of former Winnipeg broadcaster
A former sportscaster, college instructor and executive with True North Sports and Entertainment, Steve Vogelsang helped several Winnipeggers shape their careers.
So when the Saskatoon native was arrested in 2017 for sticking up banks in Saskatchewan and Alberta, his once made-for-TV persona became rife with static.
"It raises a lot of questions," said Charlie Siskel, a director and producer for "The Sexiest Man in Winnipeg," a new documentary detailing Vogelsang's rise and fall that releases Friday on Amazon's Prime Video.
Winds of change: Jan Kocman stepping down after five decades as WSO's principal flute
As the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra nears the final concerts of its 2024-2025 season, the preparations are marked with changes and farewells. One of those farewells is being made to not only one of the symphony’s longest-serving players, but also to one of the longest-tenured orchestra musicians in Canadian history.
Send & Receive features a quadrophonic visit to dystopian Tokyo
A hallucinogenic portrait of Tokyo is set to take over the West End Cultural Centre tonight.
“Re:Gendo” is a collaboration between famed electronic sound artist Carl Stone and vocalist Akaihirume that uses multi-channel sound, video projection and live performance to transport audiences through a landscape that seems familiar, but also eerily different.
Dear Mom at PTE offers music, memories and Mother's Day magic
Heartfelt harmonies and tender tributes: PTE’s “Dear Mom” celebrates motherhood through music and memory.
Marking 80 years since VE Day with classical music’s most moving works
10 classical pieces to mark 80 years since VE Day
Prairie Voices' 'Tasting Notes' funds the choir's next chapter
One of the sweetest events in Winnipeg’s choral music calendar is coming up this weekend.
Prairie Voices will be serving up musical morsels at their annual Tasting Notes dessert concert at Young United Church in West Broadway at 7:30 p.m. on May 9 and 10. With its combination of choir and cakes, it’s an event that choristers and audiences look forward to each year.
Four Canadians make the cut for prestigious Chopin Competition in Warsaw
Four Canadians to Compete at 2025 Chopin Competition in Warsaw
Canada is punching well above its weight at one of the world’s most prestigious classical music events: four Canadian pianists have been selected to compete in the 19th International Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition in Warsaw, Poland, this fall.