2026 Season
Bach’s Brandenburg Concertos are among the most vibrant works in the Baroque repertoire. Each instrument finds its place in a captivating, brilliant, and expressive dialogue, rich in contrasts between the soloists and the ensemble. In contrast, the Chaconne in D minor (BWV 1004), a pinnacle of intensity and depth, offers a moment of suspended time. Performed by eleven musicians, this program highlights all of Bach’s genius, blending energy, clarity, and musical delight with a few delightful surprises along the way.
Accompanied by her electric accordion, Ariana Nasr delivers a fresh take on beloved world popular songs from the 20th century. With a voice that effortlessly glides between songs sung in French, English, Spanish, Italian, and other languages, she arranges and interprets a diverse range of styles. Ariana’s repertoire pays tribute to French chanson, highlighting the genre’s most celebrated icons, while also showcasing her own interpretations of jazz, blues, and popular standards.
CordaVox invites audiences on a captivating musical journey with Nomadic Melodies: Ravel, Britten, Evangelista.
Drawing inspiration from Canada, England, Greece, Brazil, and Spain, the program explores folk and oral traditions through works that blend cultural heritage with classical expression. A vibrant celebration of global sounds, rich in color, emotion, and discovery.
Timothy Chooi is an internationally acclaimed violinist celebrated for his virtuosity, expressive artistry, and wide-ranging repertoire. His distinctions include First Prize at the Joseph Joachim International Violin Competition and the prestigious Yves Paternot Prize at the Verbier Festival.
Having performed with leading orchestras and in renowned concert halls around the world, Chooi continues to build an international career with major engagements across Europe and North America.
Born in Canada and raised in the United States, he first gained attention as a teenager performing with the Montreal Symphony Orchestra. He is currently Professor of Violin at the University of Ottawa.
Accompanied by her electric accordion, Ariana Nasr delivers a fresh take on beloved world popular songs from the 20th century. With a voice that effortlessly glides between songs sung in French, English, Spanish, Italian, and other languages, she arranges and interprets a diverse range of styles. Ariana’s repertoire pays tribute to French chanson, highlighting the genre’s most celebrated icons, while also showcasing her own interpretations of jazz, blues, and popular standards.
Viviane Audet first gained recognition as an actress before building an acclaimed career as a composer. She has written music for numerous films, television series, and documentaries, including Camion, Les rois Mongols, Arsenault et fils, and Le monde de Gabrielle Roy.
Alongside her work for screen, she is an accomplished singer-songwriter, both as a member of Mentana and as a solo artist. Her 2023 album Les nuits avancent comme des camions blindés sur les filles earned multiple award nominations.
Following her piano project Les filles montagne, she released Le piano et le torrent in 2025, further establishing her voice in the neoclassical repertoire.
M. Demers has built a strong reputation through more than 1,800 youth concerts across seven productions and co-productions. Known for his energy and engaging stage presence, he shares his passion for the trumpet with young audiences across Quebec. His show FRED SOLO has achieved major success in both indoor and outdoor venues.
Active on the classical music scene, he has performed with leading Quebec orchestras, including the Montreal Symphony Orchestra. Since 2024, he has also served as a musician with the Canadian Armed Forces.
Alongside his performance career, he is a dedicated educator, working as a competition juror and teaching trumpet at Cégep de Sherbrooke and École Pierre-Laporte.
The musicians of Duo Aster—saxophonist Clio Theodoridis and pianist Jonathan Nemtanu—invite you to explore the world of classical music as they take you on a journey around the globe. Through Spanish, Hellenic, and Arab sonorities and across different eras, Duo Aster reveals the beauty of the saxophone and the depth of the piano. Experience the splendour of works by Isaac Albéniz, Pedro Itturalde, and Alexis Ciesla in this musical adventure.
Accompanied by her electric accordion, Ariana Nasr delivers a fresh take on beloved world popular songs from the 20th century. With a voice that effortlessly glides between songs sung in French, English, Spanish, Italian, and other languages, she arranges and interprets a diverse range of styles. Ariana’s repertoire pays tribute to French chanson, highlighting the genre’s most celebrated icons, while also showcasing her own interpretations of jazz, blues, and popular standards.
Trüko brings together Gypsy jazz, flamenco, and world music influences in a vibrant and immersive performance.
Led by guitarist Michaël Cotnoir and featuring Mathieu Langlois, Bertil Schulrabe, Gabriel Paquin-Buki, and flamenco singer Alvaro Echanove, the ensemble blends music, song, dance, and percussion into a rich artistic experience.
Inspired by their album Mouvements Nomades, Trüko creates a dynamic musical journey marked by virtuosity, emotion, and the lively exchange between exceptional performers.
M. Demers has built a strong reputation through more than 1,800 youth concerts across seven productions and co-productions. Known for his energy and engaging stage presence, he shares his passion for the trumpet with young audiences across Quebec. His show FRED SOLO has achieved major success in both indoor and outdoor venues.
Active on the classical music scene, he has performed with leading Quebec orchestras, including the Montreal Symphony Orchestra. Since 2024, he has also served as a musician with the Canadian Armed Forces.
Alongside his performance career, he is a dedicated educator, working as a competition juror and teaching trumpet at Cégep de Sherbrooke and École Pierre-Laporte.
Viviane Audet first gained recognition as an actress before building an acclaimed career as a composer. She has written music for numerous films, television series, and documentaries, including Camion, Les rois Mongols, Arsenault et fils, and Le monde de Gabrielle Roy.
Alongside her work for screen, she is an accomplished singer-songwriter, both as a member of Mentana and as a solo artist. Her 2023 album Les nuits avancent comme des camions blindés sur les filles earned multiple award nominations.
Following her piano project Les filles montagne, she released Le piano et le torrent in 2025, further establishing her voice in the neoclassical repertoire.
Drawing on his Afro-Sufi musical heritage, Juno Award-nominated singer Ahmed Moneka blends African rhythms and Arabic melodies into a captivating fusion of jazz, soul, and rock. His music explores love in all its forms, while evoking a deep nostalgia for his native Iraq through original compositions and timeless Middle Eastern classics. Driven by infectious energy, he and his musicians invite us to a jubilant celebration of life… from Baghdad to our own homes!
Accompanied by her electric accordion, Ariana Nasr delivers a fresh take on beloved world popular songs from the 20th century. With a voice that effortlessly glides between songs sung in French, English, Spanish, Italian, and other languages, she arranges and interprets a diverse range of styles. Ariana’s repertoire pays tribute to French chanson, highlighting the genre’s most celebrated icons, while also showcasing her own interpretations of jazz, blues, and popular standards.
When Gregory Charles celebrates music, he celebrates all kinds of music: pop, rock, country, soul, gospel—the music of the past hundred years. And it’s truly a celebration: infectious energy, musical memories, danceable rhythms, and musicians who, together with Gregory, create an irresistible atmosphere of joy and happiness.
Accompanied by her electric accordion, Ariana Nasr delivers a fresh take on beloved world popular songs from the 20th century. With a voice that effortlessly glides between songs sung in French, English, Spanish, Italian, and other languages, she arranges and interprets a diverse range of styles. Ariana’s repertoire pays tribute to French chanson, highlighting the genre’s most celebrated icons, while also showcasing her own interpretations of jazz, blues, and popular standards.
The guitar duo CC Duo, featuring JUNO Award-nominated guitarists Adam Cicchillitti and Steve Cowan, presents *Lyrique*, a program of original arrangements of 19th- and 20th-century piano works. Featuring pieces by Maurice Ravel and Germaine Tailleferre, among others, this concert explores the many facets of lyricism through contrasting styles. With its rich and nuanced sound palette, the guitar offers a fresh perspective on these iconic works.
The Jardin des poètes (Garden of Poets) is a mosaic of little gems from French songs of the Renaissance and the 20th century, exploring themes of nature and love. The texts of great poets are set to music here by masters of polyphonic song. An unusual and colorful blend, delivered warmly by a close-knit vocal quartet with perfectly matched voices.
Works by Roland de Lassus, Paul Hindemith, Clément Janequin, Maurice Ravel, Josquin des Prés, Camille Saint-Saëns, Francis Poulenc, Claude Debussy, Lionel Daunais, and Auguste Descarries.
Accompanied by her electric accordion, Ariana Nasr delivers a fresh take on beloved world popular songs from the 20th century. With a voice that effortlessly glides between songs sung in French, English, Spanish, Italian, and other languages, she arranges and interprets a diverse range of styles. Ariana’s repertoire pays tribute to French chanson, highlighting the genre’s most celebrated icons, while also showcasing her own interpretations of jazz, blues, and popular standards.
M. Demers has built a strong reputation through more than 1,800 youth concerts across seven productions and co-productions. Known for his energy and engaging stage presence, he shares his passion for the trumpet with young audiences across Quebec. His show FRED SOLO has achieved major success in both indoor and outdoor venues.
Active on the classical music scene, he has performed with leading Quebec orchestras, including the Montreal Symphony Orchestra. Since 2024, he has also served as a musician with the Canadian Armed Forces.
Alongside his performance career, he is a dedicated educator, working as a competition juror and teaching trumpet at Cégep de Sherbrooke and École Pierre-Laporte.
Viviane Audet first gained recognition as an actress before building an acclaimed career as a composer. She has written music for numerous films, television series, and documentaries, including Camion, Les rois Mongols, Arsenault et fils, and Le monde de Gabrielle Roy.
Alongside her work for screen, she is an accomplished singer-songwriter, both as a member of Mentana and as a solo artist. Her 2023 album Les nuits avancent comme des camions blindés sur les filles earned multiple award nominations.
Following her piano project Les filles montagne, she released Le piano et le torrent in 2025, further establishing her voice in the neoclassical repertoire.
Gairloch is a trio of world-class musicians based in Montreal. Named after a village in Scotland, they perform traditional Scottish music while also incorporating Irish and Quebec repertoire, and original compositions. Formed in 2022, Gairloch is made up of Seán Dagher (Irish bouzouki, voice), David Gossage (flutes, whistles) and Kate Bevan-Baker (fiddle, voice). The trio has been performing together in various formations since 2010, most regularly at Hurley’s Irish Pub in Montreal. In July 2024, Gairloch was the only Canadian artist invited to perform and present workshops at the Willie Clancy Summer School, Ireland’s largest and most celebrated musical gathering.
Accompanied by her electric accordion, Ariana Nasr delivers a fresh take on beloved world popular songs from the 20th century. With a voice that effortlessly glides between songs sung in French, English, Spanish, Italian, and other languages, she arranges and interprets a diverse range of styles. Ariana’s repertoire pays tribute to French chanson, highlighting the genre’s most celebrated icons, while also showcasing her own interpretations of jazz, blues, and popular standards.
The show that won over audiences is back! After a highly acclaimed tour in Quebec and around the world, Wooden Shapes is back with a brand-new show.
Immerse yourself in the greatest rock classics—Metallica, Harmonium, Guns N’ Roses, David Bowie, and many others—reimagined and performed exclusively on stringed instruments. With even more spectacular arrangements, this show doesn’t aim to imitate; it reinvents.
A bold celebration of rock that strikes right at the heart.
M. Demers has built a strong reputation through more than 1,800 youth concerts across seven productions and co-productions. Known for his energy and engaging stage presence, he shares his passion for the trumpet with young audiences across Quebec. His show FRED SOLO has achieved major success in both indoor and outdoor venues.
Active on the classical music scene, he has performed with leading Quebec orchestras, including the Montreal Symphony Orchestra. Since 2024, he has also served as a musician with the Canadian Armed Forces.
Alongside his performance career, he is a dedicated educator, working as a competition juror and teaching trumpet at Cégep de Sherbrooke and École Pierre-Laporte.
Viviane Audet first gained recognition as an actress before building an acclaimed career as a composer. She has written music for numerous films, television series, and documentaries, including Camion, Les rois Mongols, Arsenault et fils, and Le monde de Gabrielle Roy.
Alongside her work for screen, she is an accomplished singer-songwriter, both as a member of Mentana and as a solo artist. Her 2023 album Les nuits avancent comme des camions blindés sur les filles earned multiple award nominations.
Following her piano project Les filles montagne, she released Le piano et le torrent in 2025, further establishing her voice in the neoclassical repertoire.
Brahms, Balkans & Bagels explores how folk traditions have inspired the great classical composers. How did Hungarian folk melodies shake up Franz Liszt? What traces did klezmer leave in Gustav Mahler’s works? How did Zoltán Kodály preserve the rustic flavor of peasant songs in his symphonies?
In this colorful concert, classical and folk traditions stand on equal footing, intertwined in touching and virtuosic arrangements. Sometimes festive, sometimes reflective, the music draws tears caught between laughter and emotion, guided by klezmer’s lively dances and ornamentations.
Accompanied by her electric accordion, Ariana Nasr delivers a fresh take on beloved world popular songs from the 20th century. With a voice that effortlessly glides between songs sung in French, English, Spanish, Italian, and other languages, she arranges and interprets a diverse range of styles. Ariana’s repertoire pays tribute to French chanson, highlighting the genre’s most celebrated icons, while also showcasing her own interpretations of jazz, blues, and popular standards.
Following a rich and varied album, Pierre Lapointe presents an intimate show in which his artistic world takes on a new dimension thanks to the virtuosity of the Fortin-Poirier duo. Set to arrangements for two pianos, his songs reveal their full depth, blending emotion, humor, and poetry. A moving and luminous evening that reflects the essence of one of Quebec’s most influential singer-songwriters.
Founded in 2022, the Oaline Quintet is a wind ensemble made up entirely of students from the Conservatoire de musique de Montréal. The group explores a diverse repertoire ranging from Franz Danzi to David Maslanka, showcasing the rich tonal possibilities of the wind quintet.
Committed to supporting emerging talent, the ensemble also performs works by student composers from the Conservatory. Since its founding, the Oaline Quintet has distinguished itself through performances of works by composers such as Francis Poulenc, Henri Tomasi, and György Ligeti.
Founded in Mont-Tremblant, the Chœur Tremblant is a dynamic vocal ensemble comprising some sixty passionate singers. For over 30 years, the choir has actively contributed to the cultural vitality of the Laurentians region by presenting high-quality, accessible, and unifying concerts characterized by a refined artistic vision.
Its rich and evocative repertoire spans eras and styles—from classical to contemporary song—in thematic programs that blend emotion, finesse, and collective energy.
Renowned for the quality of its performances and its deep roots in the community, Chœur Tremblant now extends its reach beyond the region and is undertaking numerous large-scale projects, both locally and internationally.
Bach’s Brandenburg Concertos are among the most vibrant works in the Baroque repertoire. Each instrument finds its place in a captivating, brilliant, and expressive dialogue, rich in contrasts between the soloists and the ensemble. In contrast, the Chaconne in D minor (BWV 1004), a pinnacle of intensity and depth, offers a moment of suspended time. Performed by eleven musicians, this program highlights all of Bach’s genius, blending energy, clarity, and musical delight with a few delightful surprises along the way.
Accompanied by her electric accordion, Ariana Nasr delivers a fresh take on beloved world popular songs from the 20th century. With a voice that effortlessly glides between songs sung in French, English, Spanish, Italian, and other languages, she arranges and interprets a diverse range of styles. Ariana’s repertoire pays tribute to French chanson, highlighting the genre’s most celebrated icons, while also showcasing her own interpretations of jazz, blues, and popular standards.
CordaVox invites audiences on a captivating musical journey with Nomadic Melodies: Ravel, Britten, Evangelista.
Drawing inspiration from Canada, England, Greece, Brazil, and Spain, the program explores folk and oral traditions through works that blend cultural heritage with classical expression. A vibrant celebration of global sounds, rich in color, emotion, and discovery.
Timothy Chooi is an internationally acclaimed violinist celebrated for his virtuosity, expressive artistry, and wide-ranging repertoire. His distinctions include First Prize at the Joseph Joachim International Violin Competition and the prestigious Yves Paternot Prize at the Verbier Festival.
Having performed with leading orchestras and in renowned concert halls around the world, Chooi continues to build an international career with major engagements across Europe and North America.
Born in Canada and raised in the United States, he first gained attention as a teenager performing with the Montreal Symphony Orchestra. He is currently Professor of Violin at the University of Ottawa.
Accompanied by her electric accordion, Ariana Nasr delivers a fresh take on beloved world popular songs from the 20th century. With a voice that effortlessly glides between songs sung in French, English, Spanish, Italian, and other languages, she arranges and interprets a diverse range of styles. Ariana’s repertoire pays tribute to French chanson, highlighting the genre’s most celebrated icons, while also showcasing her own interpretations of jazz, blues, and popular standards.
Viviane Audet first gained recognition as an actress before building an acclaimed career as a composer. She has written music for numerous films, television series, and documentaries, including Camion, Les rois Mongols, Arsenault et fils, and Le monde de Gabrielle Roy.
Alongside her work for screen, she is an accomplished singer-songwriter, both as a member of Mentana and as a solo artist. Her 2023 album Les nuits avancent comme des camions blindés sur les filles earned multiple award nominations.
Following her piano project Les filles montagne, she released Le piano et le torrent in 2025, further establishing her voice in the neoclassical repertoire.
M. Demers has built a strong reputation through more than 1,800 youth concerts across seven productions and co-productions. Known for his energy and engaging stage presence, he shares his passion for the trumpet with young audiences across Quebec. His show FRED SOLO has achieved major success in both indoor and outdoor venues.
Active on the classical music scene, he has performed with leading Quebec orchestras, including the Montreal Symphony Orchestra. Since 2024, he has also served as a musician with the Canadian Armed Forces.
Alongside his performance career, he is a dedicated educator, working as a competition juror and teaching trumpet at Cégep de Sherbrooke and École Pierre-Laporte.
The musicians of Duo Aster—saxophonist Clio Theodoridis and pianist Jonathan Nemtanu—invite you to explore the world of classical music as they take you on a journey around the globe. Through Spanish, Hellenic, and Arab sonorities and across different eras, Duo Aster reveals the beauty of the saxophone and the depth of the piano. Experience the splendour of works by Isaac Albéniz, Pedro Itturalde, and Alexis Ciesla in this musical adventure.
Accompanied by her electric accordion, Ariana Nasr delivers a fresh take on beloved world popular songs from the 20th century. With a voice that effortlessly glides between songs sung in French, English, Spanish, Italian, and other languages, she arranges and interprets a diverse range of styles. Ariana’s repertoire pays tribute to French chanson, highlighting the genre’s most celebrated icons, while also showcasing her own interpretations of jazz, blues, and popular standards.
Trüko brings together Gypsy jazz, flamenco, and world music influences in a vibrant and immersive performance.
Led by guitarist Michaël Cotnoir and featuring Mathieu Langlois, Bertil Schulrabe, Gabriel Paquin-Buki, and flamenco singer Alvaro Echanove, the ensemble blends music, song, dance, and percussion into a rich artistic experience.
Inspired by their album Mouvements Nomades, Trüko creates a dynamic musical journey marked by virtuosity, emotion, and the lively exchange between exceptional performers.
M. Demers has built a strong reputation through more than 1,800 youth concerts across seven productions and co-productions. Known for his energy and engaging stage presence, he shares his passion for the trumpet with young audiences across Quebec. His show FRED SOLO has achieved major success in both indoor and outdoor venues.
Active on the classical music scene, he has performed with leading Quebec orchestras, including the Montreal Symphony Orchestra. Since 2024, he has also served as a musician with the Canadian Armed Forces.
Alongside his performance career, he is a dedicated educator, working as a competition juror and teaching trumpet at Cégep de Sherbrooke and École Pierre-Laporte.
Viviane Audet first gained recognition as an actress before building an acclaimed career as a composer. She has written music for numerous films, television series, and documentaries, including Camion, Les rois Mongols, Arsenault et fils, and Le monde de Gabrielle Roy.
Alongside her work for screen, she is an accomplished singer-songwriter, both as a member of Mentana and as a solo artist. Her 2023 album Les nuits avancent comme des camions blindés sur les filles earned multiple award nominations.
Following her piano project Les filles montagne, she released Le piano et le torrent in 2025, further establishing her voice in the neoclassical repertoire.
Drawing on his Afro-Sufi musical heritage, Juno Award-nominated singer Ahmed Moneka blends African rhythms and Arabic melodies into a captivating fusion of jazz, soul, and rock. His music explores love in all its forms, while evoking a deep nostalgia for his native Iraq through original compositions and timeless Middle Eastern classics. Driven by infectious energy, he and his musicians invite us to a jubilant celebration of life… from Baghdad to our own homes!
Accompanied by her electric accordion, Ariana Nasr delivers a fresh take on beloved world popular songs from the 20th century. With a voice that effortlessly glides between songs sung in French, English, Spanish, Italian, and other languages, she arranges and interprets a diverse range of styles. Ariana’s repertoire pays tribute to French chanson, highlighting the genre’s most celebrated icons, while also showcasing her own interpretations of jazz, blues, and popular standards.
When Gregory Charles celebrates music, he celebrates all kinds of music: pop, rock, country, soul, gospel—the music of the past hundred years. And it’s truly a celebration: infectious energy, musical memories, danceable rhythms, and musicians who, together with Gregory, create an irresistible atmosphere of joy and happiness.
Accompanied by her electric accordion, Ariana Nasr delivers a fresh take on beloved world popular songs from the 20th century. With a voice that effortlessly glides between songs sung in French, English, Spanish, Italian, and other languages, she arranges and interprets a diverse range of styles. Ariana’s repertoire pays tribute to French chanson, highlighting the genre’s most celebrated icons, while also showcasing her own interpretations of jazz, blues, and popular standards.
The guitar duo CC Duo, featuring JUNO Award-nominated guitarists Adam Cicchillitti and Steve Cowan, presents *Lyrique*, a program of original arrangements of 19th- and 20th-century piano works. Featuring pieces by Maurice Ravel and Germaine Tailleferre, among others, this concert explores the many facets of lyricism through contrasting styles. With its rich and nuanced sound palette, the guitar offers a fresh perspective on these iconic works.
The Jardin des poètes (Garden of Poets) is a mosaic of little gems from French songs of the Renaissance and the 20th century, exploring themes of nature and love. The texts of great poets are set to music here by masters of polyphonic song. An unusual and colorful blend, delivered warmly by a close-knit vocal quartet with perfectly matched voices.
Works by Roland de Lassus, Paul Hindemith, Clément Janequin, Maurice Ravel, Josquin des Prés, Camille Saint-Saëns, Francis Poulenc, Claude Debussy, Lionel Daunais, and Auguste Descarries.
Accompanied by her electric accordion, Ariana Nasr delivers a fresh take on beloved world popular songs from the 20th century. With a voice that effortlessly glides between songs sung in French, English, Spanish, Italian, and other languages, she arranges and interprets a diverse range of styles. Ariana’s repertoire pays tribute to French chanson, highlighting the genre’s most celebrated icons, while also showcasing her own interpretations of jazz, blues, and popular standards.
M. Demers has built a strong reputation through more than 1,800 youth concerts across seven productions and co-productions. Known for his energy and engaging stage presence, he shares his passion for the trumpet with young audiences across Quebec. His show FRED SOLO has achieved major success in both indoor and outdoor venues.
Active on the classical music scene, he has performed with leading Quebec orchestras, including the Montreal Symphony Orchestra. Since 2024, he has also served as a musician with the Canadian Armed Forces.
Alongside his performance career, he is a dedicated educator, working as a competition juror and teaching trumpet at Cégep de Sherbrooke and École Pierre-Laporte.
Viviane Audet first gained recognition as an actress before building an acclaimed career as a composer. She has written music for numerous films, television series, and documentaries, including Camion, Les rois Mongols, Arsenault et fils, and Le monde de Gabrielle Roy.
Alongside her work for screen, she is an accomplished singer-songwriter, both as a member of Mentana and as a solo artist. Her 2023 album Les nuits avancent comme des camions blindés sur les filles earned multiple award nominations.
Following her piano project Les filles montagne, she released Le piano et le torrent in 2025, further establishing her voice in the neoclassical repertoire.
Gairloch is a trio of world-class musicians based in Montreal. Named after a village in Scotland, they perform traditional Scottish music while also incorporating Irish and Quebec repertoire, and original compositions. Formed in 2022, Gairloch is made up of Seán Dagher (Irish bouzouki, voice), David Gossage (flutes, whistles) and Kate Bevan-Baker (fiddle, voice). The trio has been performing together in various formations since 2010, most regularly at Hurley’s Irish Pub in Montreal. In July 2024, Gairloch was the only Canadian artist invited to perform and present workshops at the Willie Clancy Summer School, Ireland’s largest and most celebrated musical gathering.
Accompanied by her electric accordion, Ariana Nasr delivers a fresh take on beloved world popular songs from the 20th century. With a voice that effortlessly glides between songs sung in French, English, Spanish, Italian, and other languages, she arranges and interprets a diverse range of styles. Ariana’s repertoire pays tribute to French chanson, highlighting the genre’s most celebrated icons, while also showcasing her own interpretations of jazz, blues, and popular standards.
The show that won over audiences is back! After a highly acclaimed tour in Quebec and around the world, Wooden Shapes is back with a brand-new show.
Immerse yourself in the greatest rock classics—Metallica, Harmonium, Guns N’ Roses, David Bowie, and many others—reimagined and performed exclusively on stringed instruments. With even more spectacular arrangements, this show doesn’t aim to imitate; it reinvents.
A bold celebration of rock that strikes right at the heart.
M. Demers has built a strong reputation through more than 1,800 youth concerts across seven productions and co-productions. Known for his energy and engaging stage presence, he shares his passion for the trumpet with young audiences across Quebec. His show FRED SOLO has achieved major success in both indoor and outdoor venues.
Active on the classical music scene, he has performed with leading Quebec orchestras, including the Montreal Symphony Orchestra. Since 2024, he has also served as a musician with the Canadian Armed Forces.
Alongside his performance career, he is a dedicated educator, working as a competition juror and teaching trumpet at Cégep de Sherbrooke and École Pierre-Laporte.
Viviane Audet first gained recognition as an actress before building an acclaimed career as a composer. She has written music for numerous films, television series, and documentaries, including Camion, Les rois Mongols, Arsenault et fils, and Le monde de Gabrielle Roy.
Alongside her work for screen, she is an accomplished singer-songwriter, both as a member of Mentana and as a solo artist. Her 2023 album Les nuits avancent comme des camions blindés sur les filles earned multiple award nominations.
Following her piano project Les filles montagne, she released Le piano et le torrent in 2025, further establishing her voice in the neoclassical repertoire.
Brahms, Balkans & Bagels explores how folk traditions have inspired the great classical composers. How did Hungarian folk melodies shake up Franz Liszt? What traces did klezmer leave in Gustav Mahler’s works? How did Zoltán Kodály preserve the rustic flavor of peasant songs in his symphonies?
In this colorful concert, classical and folk traditions stand on equal footing, intertwined in touching and virtuosic arrangements. Sometimes festive, sometimes reflective, the music draws tears caught between laughter and emotion, guided by klezmer’s lively dances and ornamentations.
Accompanied by her electric accordion, Ariana Nasr delivers a fresh take on beloved world popular songs from the 20th century. With a voice that effortlessly glides between songs sung in French, English, Spanish, Italian, and other languages, she arranges and interprets a diverse range of styles. Ariana’s repertoire pays tribute to French chanson, highlighting the genre’s most celebrated icons, while also showcasing her own interpretations of jazz, blues, and popular standards.
Following a rich and varied album, Pierre Lapointe presents an intimate show in which his artistic world takes on a new dimension thanks to the virtuosity of the Fortin-Poirier duo. Set to arrangements for two pianos, his songs reveal their full depth, blending emotion, humor, and poetry. A moving and luminous evening that reflects the essence of one of Quebec’s most influential singer-songwriters.
Founded in 2022, the Oaline Quintet is a wind ensemble made up entirely of students from the Conservatoire de musique de Montréal. The group explores a diverse repertoire ranging from Franz Danzi to David Maslanka, showcasing the rich tonal possibilities of the wind quintet.
Committed to supporting emerging talent, the ensemble also performs works by student composers from the Conservatory. Since its founding, the Oaline Quintet has distinguished itself through performances of works by composers such as Francis Poulenc, Henri Tomasi, and György Ligeti.
Founded in Mont-Tremblant, the Chœur Tremblant is a dynamic vocal ensemble comprising some sixty passionate singers. For over 30 years, the choir has actively contributed to the cultural vitality of the Laurentians region by presenting high-quality, accessible, and unifying concerts characterized by a refined artistic vision.
Its rich and evocative repertoire spans eras and styles—from classical to contemporary song—in thematic programs that blend emotion, finesse, and collective energy.
Renowned for the quality of its performances and its deep roots in the community, Chœur Tremblant now extends its reach beyond the region and is undertaking numerous large-scale projects, both locally and internationally.