Arts & Culture

Two Canadians set to compete in 2025 Isang Yun Cello Competition

A stage for the world’s best young cellists

Canada will be proudly represented at one of the world’s most prestigious music competitions this fall.

A Week of Remembrance: Christoph von Dohnányi on Classic 107

This week, from September 8 to 12 at 1 PM, Classic 107 pays tribute to the late Christoph von Dohnányi, the German conductor who passed away this past weekend in Munich at the age of 95. During his 18-year tenure as Music Director of the Cleveland Orchestra (1984–2002), he transformed the ensemble into an internationally admired powerhouse.

Over a hundred artists have converged on MAWA (Mentoring Artists for Women’s Art) in the Exchange District for a new show with a wide range of perspectives united by colour. That new show is called Chroma, and it is a chance for MAWA’s member artists to sell their works and showcase the colours that inspire them most. 

Christoph von Dohnányi, the German conductor whose 18-year tenure at the helm of the Cleveland Orchestra transformed it into one of the world’s most admired ensembles, has died in Munich. He was 95, just two days shy of his 96th birthday.

Back to school never sounded so good—study hour meets the concert hall

Students are heading back to school, so we're dedicating this Saturday’s 9 AM hour to a curated “Hour of Etudes”—an inspiring, study-friendly musical journey to kickstart their morning! 🎶📚 

9:00 – Chopin: The First Four Études from Op. 25 (Murray Perahia, piano) 

This week, Classic 107 in partnership with Quadrant Private Wealth announced that it is starting a brand-new show dedicated to one of the most celebrated genres in classical music. 

Weekend at the Opera will be a weekly deep dive into the world of opera, sharing works by some of the most beloved composers in history as well as some lesser-known gems from the genre’s five-century history. 

Canadian violinist Nikki Chooi cements his place at the helm of the Buffalo Philharmonic, bringing homegrown artistry to an international stage.

Contemporary Verse 2 (CV2) is celebrating their 50th anniversary in 2025 with a slew of issues championing emerging voices and honouring the contributions of those who built the magazine. 

A Winnipeg choir dedicated to BIPOC voices is looking for new singers to add to its roster as it prepares for its first full season of singing. 

Finnish conductor John Storgårds named next music director of Canada’s National Arts Centre Orchestra

Canada’s National Arts Centre (NAC) has announced that Finnish conductor John Storgårds will become the eighth music director of its resident orchestra, beginning in September 2026.