Gather and warm yourself by the fire. Through sublime music, spoken word, and the sounds of nature, the trailblazing cellist-composer immerses us in stories about humanity’s connection to the earth.

ᐊᐊᐧᓱᐃᐧᐣ Awasowin

Canadian Museum for Human Rights

Join the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra for an unforgettable evening of music and emotion with the "Controlled Burn" concert. This remarkable performance is scheduled for 15 March 2025, at 7:30 PM, taking place in the prestigious Jack Singer Concert Hall. As part of the Classics 3 series, this event promises to be a highlight of the season.

The concert will feature a soul-stirring rendition of Josef Suk’s Asrael Symphony, a profound memorial to both his mentor Dvořák and Dvořák’s daughter Otilie, Suk's wife. Adding to the evening's uniqueness, Cree artist Cris Derksen will captivate the audience with the Calgary premiere of her work. Inspired by traditional Indigenous practices of managing wildfires, Derksen's composition transforms the concept of fire from a threat to a tool, promising a performance filled with depth and innovation.

Under the baton of conductor Rune Bergmann, with Cris Derksen on cello, the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra will bring these compositions to life, offering an evening of reflection, revival, and awe-inspiring music.

Tickets for adults range from $30 to $90, making this transformative musical experience accessible to all. Don't miss the opportunity to be part of this unique event that not only showcases classical music but also bridges cultural narratives through the power of orchestration. Secure your tickets now and be part of a night that promises to revive your spirit and enrich your soul.

Controlled Burn

Arts Commons

Cellist/composer Cris Derksen joins the SSO to perform her fiery new work Controlled Burn. Maestra Janna Sailor returns home to lead the orchestra in a new work by Saskatoon’s own Artist/Activist/Educator Zoey Roy.

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TCU Place

Experience the magic of music at our TSO Open House & Free Concert! Join us for an extraordinary day of free musical experiences designed for newcomers and symphony fanatics alike.

Open House & Free Concert

David Pecaut Square

William Prince approaches the big questions with humility and curiosity, and his songwriting is a masterclass in skillful simplicity. Since his Juno Award win in 2017, Prince’s momentum has continued to build, with each new album adding depth and dimension to an exceptional body of work that has received international acclaim. From national network television appearances, top-tier media coverage, and performances at major international festivals, William Prince has become one of the country’s most respected and celebrated songwriters.

William Prince & Cris Derksen

St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts

Indigenous Arts invites you to attend the opening concert of Gather Listen Hear hosted by the Indigenous Classical Music Residency cohort for a night of composed classical musical exploration featuring Indigenous collaborations exploring new works and established repertoire.

Gather Listen Hear: Indigenous Classical Music Concert

Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity

Experience an evening of vibrant contemporary music with the Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra's "Intimate & Immersive: Suspended Doorways" concert. This unique event, taking place at The Cotton Factory, features the collaboration between Gemma New, the esteemed conductor, and Diana Vandermeulen, a talented multidisciplinary artist. Together, they create a vivid and immersive experience that pushes the boundaries of traditional concert settings.

The concert boasts an impressive program, including works by Michael Maevskiy, Saman Shahi, Quinn Jacobs, Ana Sokolovic, Cecilia Livingston, Cris Derksen, and Brian Current. Each piece has been carefully selected to complement the evening's theme of exploring new dimensions in music and art.

Scheduled for May 01, 2024, the doors will open at 6:30 pm, with the concert beginning at 7:30 pm. Located at The Cotton Factory, 270 Sherman Avenue North, Hamilton, ON, L8L 6N4, this event promises an unforgettable experience in one of the city's most iconic venues.

Seating for "Intimate & Immersive: Suspended Doorways" is on a general admission basis, allowing guests to experience the performance from a perspective that suits them best. While this concert is not included in the Subscription Packages, tickets can be purchased separately, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to be part of this extraordinary evening.

Don't miss your chance to be enveloped in the world of contemporary music and art. Buy your live tickets now and be part of a night where music and visual art converge to create something truly magical.

Intimate & Immersive: Suspended Doorways

The Cotton Factory

Hear Orchestre Métropolitain de Montréal under the leadership of Montréal’s own Yannick Nézet-Séguin, the orchestra’s artistic director since 2000 and conductor for life. They perform a New York premiere by award-winning cellist and composer Cris Derksen, who deftly combines traditional classical influences, indigenous music, and modern sonic experimentation. Pianist Tony Siqi Yun, called “a true poet of the keyboard” by Pianist Magazine, joins in Rachmaninoff’s Second Piano Concerto. The concert also features Sibelius’s heroic Second Symphony, which the composer describes as “a confession of the soul.”

Orchestre Métropolitain de Montréal

Carnegie Hall

The first notes of the season will be from composer Cris Derksen. In its world premiere, Derksen’s piece creates a space where classical and electronic music encounter the Cree Nation worldview. Under the baton of Yannick Nézet-Séguin, the OM will continue its Sibelius symphonic cycle with Symphony No. 2—a masterpiece with tempestuous ambiance, in the spirit of Finnish resistance and dramatic climes. 

Summit

Paroisse Notre Dame de l'Annonciation

Place des Arts

Elim Chan leads Rachmaninoff’s ever-popular Piano Concerto No. 3, performed by Lukáš Vondráček, along with Shostakovich’s playful and witty Ninth Symphony. The program also includes a moving World Première by Indigenous composer Cris Derksen, created in collaboration with the Centre for Addiction and MentalHealth (CAMH).

Cris Derksen

Events

Upcoming events

Apr 30 - May 1, 2026

Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 3 · Toronto Symphony Orchestra

Past events

May 1, 2025

ᐊᐊᐧᓱᐃᐧᐣ Awasowin · Manitoba Chamber Orchestra

Mar 15, 2025

Controlled Burn · Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra

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