Sinfonia Toronto's 2026 orchestral season promises an extraordinary blend of classical masterpieces and exceptional performances. From Beethoven's sonatas to Shostakovich's symphonies, the events feature world-class conductors and musicians such as Nurhan Arman, Evan Pyne, and Vanessa Yu. Each concert is set to transform iconic venues like the Meridian Arts Centre and St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts into realms of musical brilliance. Join us as we delve into the heart of three remarkable events: 'Pathétique,' 'Serenade | Romance Rules,' and 'The Emperor.'

Exploring Symphony: A Journey through Sinfonia Toronto's 2026 Orchestral Events

Experience the harmony of timeless orchestral masterpieces as Sinfonia Toronto unveils its 2025-2026 concert season. From the romantic strings of Dvořák and Mendelssohn to contemporary Canadian tributes, each event promises a unique blend of innovation and tradition. Featuring world-class artists such as Igor Pikayzen and Christoph Hartmann, these concerts highlight both classical favorites and fresh compositions. Join us as we explore the diverse and dynamic programming that makes this season an unforgettable journey through music history.

A Symphony of Seasons: Sinfonia Toronto's 2025-2026 Concert Lineup

Join Sinfonia Toronto for an unforgettable orchestral journey as they present their 2025-2026 season. With a lineup that includes exquisite performances by renowned musicians, each concert is set to offer a unique blend of classical masterpieces and contemporary works. From the soulful melodies of Dvořák and Mendelssohn to the world premiere of Alice Ho's 'Celestial Concerto,' this season promises to captivate audiences with its rich artistic diversity and exceptional talent.

Sinfonia Toronto's 2025-2026 Season: A Celebration of Artistic Brilliance

Sinfonia Toronto's upcoming season promises to be a feast for the senses with three captivating orchestral performances. From the emotionally rich 'Pathétique' to the lush melodies in 'Serenade | Romance Rules', and the grandeur of 'The Emperor', audiences will be treated to a diverse range of musical experiences. Featuring renowned conductors and virtuoso performers such as Nurhan Arman, Evan Pyne, and Anya Alexeyev, these concerts promise not only to entertain but to deeply move and inspire.

Sinfonia Toronto: A Season of Orchestral Brilliance and Artistic Mastery

Sinfonia Toronto's latest season is a thrilling journey through orchestral masterpieces, showcasing the talents of renowned conductors and virtuosic performers. From Beethoven's Sonata Pathétique to Tchaikovsky's Serenade for Strings, this season promises unforgettable performances. Set against the backdrop of Toronto's premier venues, each event features a unique blend of classic compositions and contemporary interpretations. Join us as we delve into the highlights of these captivating performances, featuring maestros Nurhan Arman, Giovanni Pompeo, Evan Pyne, and Anya Alexeyev, among others.

Sinfonia Toronto's Dynamic Season: A Celebration of Orchestral Masterpieces

Sinfonia Toronto's 2026 season is set to captivate audiences with three diverse orchestral events. 'Pathétique' opens the season with Beethoven's emotive sonata and vibrant performances from local talents. 'Serenade | Romance Rules' follows, featuring Anya Alexeyev's return with a lush rendition of César Franck's Piano Quintet. The season concludes with 'The Emperor,' where Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5 shines alongside Shostakovich's introspective symphony, all under the masterful direction of renowned conductors.

Sinfonia Toronto's 2026 Season: A Harmonious Journey Through Time and Emotion

Beethoven's poignant sonata in orchestral colours, beautiful settings of Bengali poems and a young Toronto virtuoso in a famous, fiery violin showpiece

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Pathétique

Meridian Arts Centre

Berlin Philharmonic oboist Christoph Hartmann makes his Canadian debut, stellar Montreal cellist Noémie Raymond plays a beloved concerto, and we spotlight two great Toronto composers

Four Centuries

Trinity-St. Paul's United Church and Centre for Faith, Justice and the Arts

Mendelssohn's charming double concerto with the superb Ezra Duo, an expressive Canadian tribute to Caribbean history and a bouquet of Christmas favourites

Baroque and Beyond

Two star flutists team up to premiere Alice Ho’s Celestial Concerto and sparkle 

in a Vivaldi favourite; the orchestra shines in Romantic masterpieces  

Flute Magic

Unforgettable melodies by Dvorak and Mendelssohn, and a fabulous violin virtuoso plays the Shostakovich Sonata in a stunning orchestra version

SOARING STRINGS  Dvorak's Love Letter

Young superstar Sunny Ritter returns to play an all-time piano favourite and Nurhan Arman conducts Shostakovich's awesome and only work from 1946

Sunny's Beethoven 

A superb new violin concerto composed for a young Canadian star and a warm Mediterranean serenade with an Italian maestro

ITALIANA | Soaring Strings

Sinfonia Toronto violist Jacob Clewell and pianist Sasha Bult-Ito present an exciting afternoon recital of beautiful music for violin, viola and piano followed by a reception 

The Ezra Duo Recital

The Music Room, Hart House

A free  'My Piece of the City' concert sponsored by the RCM, the Daniels Corporation and the 
Music Performance Trust Fund with support from the Toronto Musicians' Association.

Sinfonia Gems

The Royal Conservatory of Music

One of Schubert’s most famous, emotional and beautiful works plus a concerto odyssey through dreams and prayers with one of Europe’s finest violinists

DEATH AND THE MAIDEN  Playing for Peace

Two exciting soloists: a violin virtuoso in a melodious showpiece, and the Canadian debut of one of the world’s finest accordionists in the premiere of Toronto composer Norbert Palej’s ‘Tears of Things’ plus irresistible Piazzolla tangos

PIAZZOLLA & PALEJ  Tears and Tango

Four centuries of beauty – gems by Bach, Mozart, a Schumann masterpiece in the hands of a 
major European soloist and a Toronto composer’s poignant new oboe concerto

VIRTUOSITY  Keys and Reeds

St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts

Chopin wrote songs? Yes, beautiful folk-inspired gems! Polish soprano Dominika Zamara 
interprets a dozen songs, and pianist Anya Alexeyev plays a Shostakovich favourite

CHOPIN & SHOSTAKOVICH  Slavic Gems

Brilliant violinist Conrad Chow plays Bach, three young competition winners play Mozart and the orchestra soars through a dazzling ballet suite

MOZART & MASQUERADE  The Stars Align

Pianist Anya Alexeyev returns for the majestic César Franck Piano Quintet in a lush orchestral version and Italian maestro conducts the glorious melodies of a Tchaikovsky favourite

Serenade | Romance Rules

A superb young Toronto pianist plays Beethoven's noble Emperor Concerto and  the season wraps with one of Shostakovich's most personal masterpieces and the eternal genius of Bach 

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Apr 10, 2026

Serenade | Romance Rules

May 2, 2026

The Emperor

Feb 28, 2026

Pathétique

Jan 23, 2026

Four Centuries

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