Explore and revel in one of the most beautiful naturally occurring wonders of the world – the Aurora Borealis – as the Orchestra performs Aurora Triptych by John Estacio, accompanied by a live film featuring inspiring and breathtaking images and video of the Northern Lights as curated by award-winning astronomer, Dr. José Francisco Salgado. The second half of the program features Debussy’s impressionistic and powerfully elegant tribute to the majesty of the sea, La Mer.

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Wonders of Nature

Midland Center for the Arts

CYSO’s Symphony Orchestra present their Spring Concert at Orchestra Hall featuring Philharmonic Orchestra.

Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert at Orchestra Hall featuring Philharmonic Orchestra

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CYSO’s Accelerando Strings and Philharmonic Orchestra present their Spring concert at Vernon Hills High School Auditorium!

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Vernon Hills High School

**Fauré’s Requiem at Winspear Centre: A Night with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra and Richard Eaton Singers**

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Winspear Centre on Friday, November 8, 2024, at 7:30 PM, as the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra (ESO) presents Fauré’s Requiem, co-presented with the Richard Eaton Singers. This special performance marks a highlight in the choral repertoire, featuring the monumental Requiem by Gabriel Fauré. The evening’s program also includes two works by the prominent Canadian composer John Estacio, with one piece commissioned in memory of a former choir member by the Richard Eaton Singers.

**Program Highlights:**
- ESTACIO: The Houses Stand Not Far Apart
- ESTACIO: Branche
- FAURÉ: Requiem

**Featured Artists:**
- Timothy Shantz, Conductor
- Miriam Khalil, Soprano
- Brett Polegato, Bass
- Richard Eaton Singers, Timothy Shantz, Director
- University of Alberta Madrigal Singers, Timothy Shantz, Director
- University of Alberta Concert Choir, Adam Robertson, Director
- Chorale Saint-Jean, Laurier Fagnan, Director

The concert will also include an intermission, allowing guests to reflect on the first half and anticipate the continuation of this musical journey.

**Important Dates for ESO 24/25 Season Subscribers:**
- Renewal Deadline: May 1, to retain your preferred seats.
- Subscriber Presale: July 17, 2024, at 10:00 AM.
- Public Onsale: July 24, 2024, at 10:00 AM.

**Ticket Information:**
Tickets for this event are part of the Saturday Classics Full and Saturday Classics 1 subscription packages. For those interested in individual tickets, please note the public onsale date.

**Venue and Additional Information:**
The Winspear Centre is honored to host this event on Treaty 6 Territory, acknowledging the rich artistic and cultural traditions of the Indigenous Peoples of this land. Please note, children under the age of 3 will not be admitted.

For more information on tickets and to ensure your seat at this must-attend event, please visit the Winspear Centre Box Office or contact us via phone or email.

Prepare to be moved by the power of music and the beauty of Fauré’s Requiem, performed by the talented artists and choirs of Edmonton. This is an evening not to be missed.

John Estacio

Events

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Nov 8, 2024

Fauré’s Requiem · Winspear Centre

Past events

Feb 24, 2024

Wonders of Nature · Midland Symphony Orchestra

May 21, 2023

Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert at Orchestra Hall featuring Philharmonic Orchestra · Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras

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