Pacifica Quartet in Admiral's Cove
2023-08-15 19:00 - 20:30 (America/St_Johns) | The Old Church in Admiral’s Cove, Admiral's Cove Rd, Cape Broyle, NL, A0A 1P0, Canada
An additional performance of the Quartet’s August 14 program in this intimate renovated church on the Southern Shore.

Children's Concert with Pacifica Quartet
2023-08-16 11:00 - 12:30 | The Rooms, 9 Bonaventure Ave, St. John's, NL, A1C 5P9
This fun and engaging event for the entire family features the award-winning Pacifica Quartet in the beautiful atrium at The Rooms.

Lunchtime Young Artist Recital 3
2023-08-16 12:30 - 13:30 | Anglican Cathedral, 16 Church Hill, St. John's, NL, A1C 3Z9, Canada
The third installment in our Lunchtime Recital series will feature an uplifting hour of diverse solo and chamber music performed by our talented 2023 Young Artists!
Admission by donation.

New World Romance
2023-08-16 19:30 - 21:00 | D.F. Cook Recital Hall, Memorial University of Newfoundland - School of Music, St. John's, NL, A1C 5S7, Canada
This concert will feature two great chamber works from the Tuckamore Faculty and the Pacifica Quartet. The evening begins with the intense Piano Trio in G minor by Clara Schumann, and for the second half of the show, the Pacifica Quartet will present Dvořák’s ‘American’ Quartet No. 12 in F major.
Followed by a post-concert artist chat moderated by Annie Corrigan.

Piano Trio in G minor, Op. 17 Clara Schumann
—intermission—
Quartet No. 12 in F major, Op. 96 Antonín Dvořák

Lunchtime Young Artist Recital 4
2023-08-17 12:30 - 13:30 | Anglican Cathedral, 16 Church Hill, St. John's, NL, A1C 3Z9, Canada
For the fourth and final lunchtime event with our 2023 Young Artists, spend an hour experiencing varied chamber and solo performances by this incredible group of young musicians.
Admission by donation.

Late Night with SHHH!! Ensemble and Hilding Neilson: Starry Night
2023-08-17 20:00 - 22:00 | The LSPU Hall, Resource Centre for the Arts, 3 Victoria St., St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, A1C 3V2, Canada
Starry Night is the SHHH!!! Ensemble’s dreamscape of enchanting and unexpected sounds inspired by the night sky. Interspersed throughout the performance, astrophysicist Hilding Neilson contributes thoughts on the wonders of universe, star formation, and creation of the solar system. You’ll hear moonlit rituals, works influenced by sleep/dream theory and music inspired by the United Nations treaty for celestial peacekeeping. With music written especially for the ensemble by Monica Pearce, Jocelyn Morlock, Paolo Griffin, and Mari Alice Conrad.

That Star Is Awake (2021) * Edward Enman
rem (2023) * Monica Pearce
Ritual (2021) * Daniel Mehdizadeh
Retrouvailles (2013), excerpt Georges Aperghis
The Moon and Other Celestial Bodies Shall Be Used Exclusively for Peaceful Purposes (2021) * Mari Alice Conrad
Resonant Bodies in Space (2023) * Paolo Griffin
Retouvailles (2013), excerpt Georges Aperghis
Spirit Gradient (2021) * Jocelyn Morlock
* written for SHHH!!

Marc-André Hamelin, Piano
2023-08-18 19:30 - 21:00 | D.F. Cook Recital Hall, Memorial University of Newfoundland - School of Music, St. John's, NL, A1C 5S7, Canada
Canadian virtuoso, Marc–André Hamelin, known worldwide for his unrivaled blend of consummate musicianship and brilliant technique, presents a solo recital here in St. John’s.

Second Piano Sonata (‘Concord, Massachusetts, 1840-1860’) Charles Ives
– – – intermission- – –
Waldszenen (Forest Scenes), op.82 Robert Schumann
Gaspard de la Nuit Maurice Ravel

Q&A With Marc-André Hamelin
2023-08-19 10:00 - 11:00 | D.F. Cook Recital Hall, Memorial University of Newfoundland - School of Music, St. John's, NL, A1C 5S7, Canada
Join our young pianists and chamber groups for this incredible free opportunity to gain insight from the legendary Canadian Pianist, Marc-André Hamelin.

Young Artists in Brigus
2023-08-19 15:00 - 16:30 | St. George’s Heritage Church, 37 Middle Ridge, Brigus, NL, A0A 1K0, Canada
We are thrilled to return to the much-loved St. Georges Heritage Church as part of our 23rd festival. Join our Young Artist Performers, who will bring their talents to this historic community, located in Conception Bay.

Festival Finale
2023-08-20 19:30 - 21:00 | D.F. Cook Recital Hall, Memorial University of Newfoundland - School of Music, St. John's, NL, A1C 5S7, Canada
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Our Festival Finale marks the culmination of two weeks of diligent practice, rehearsing, and coaching during our intensive Young Artist Program. Join our 2023 Young Artists as they perform chamber works by Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Brahms, Antonín Dvořák, César Franck, Amy Beach, and Samuel Coleridge-Taylor.

Tuckamore Travels: Taking on Water in Admiral’s Cove
2023-08-21 16:00 - 17:30 | The Old Church in Admiral’s Cove, Admiral's Cove Rd, Cape Broyle, NL, A0A 1P0, Canada
This brand-new creation featuring Duo Concertante, Robert Chafe, Louise Moyes, and music by Randolph Peters is going on tour! The first instalment of the Taking on Water tour will take place in the beautiful performance space at the Old Church in Admiral’s Cove.
Taking on Water is presented in collaboration with the Future Ocean and Coastal Infrastructures project. Research funding was provided by the Ocean Frontier Institute, through an award from the Canada First Research Excellence Fund.

Tuckamore Travels: Young Artist Trio in Corner Brook
2023-08-22 20:00 - 21:30 | Rotary Arts Centre, 5 Park St, Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador, A2H 6E3, Canada
Our 23rd season continues with a special post-festival tour featuring one talented 2023 Young Artist trio. The trio will pack their bags and head west for their first stop at the Rotary Arts Centre in stunning Corner Brook.
Free admission.

Tuckamore Travels: Taking on Water in Heart’s Content
2023-08-23 19:30 - 21:00 | Heart’s Content Regional Centre for the Arts, 251 Main Rd, Heart's Content, Newfoundland and Labrador, A0B 1Z0, Canada
Day two of the Taking on Water tour takes us to the charming town of Heart’s Content, within the Regional Centre for the Arts Concert Hall.
Taking on Water is presented in collaboration with the Future Ocean and Coastal Infrastructures project. Research funding was provided by the Ocean Frontier Institute, through an award from the Canada First Research Excellence Fund.

Tuckamore Travels: Young Artist Trio in Port Rexton
2023-08-24 12:30 - 14:00 | Fisher’s Loft performance space, Mill Rd, Port Rexton, Newfoundland and Labrador, A0C 2H0, Canada
The second stop of the 2023 Young Artist Trio tour is in the incredible town of Port Rexton, within the gorgeous Fisher’s Loft performance space.

Tuckamore Travels: Taking on Water in Carbonear
2023-08-24 19:30 - 21:00 | Princess Sheila Nageira Theatre, 256 Water St, Carbonear, Newfoundland and Labrador, A1Y 1C5, Canada
The third concert within the Taking on Water tour will take place at the Princess Sheila NaGeira Theatre in Carbonear.
Taking on Water is presented in collaboration with the Future Ocean and Coastal Infrastructures project. Research funding was provided by the Ocean Frontier Institute, through an award from the Canada First Research Excellence Fund.

Tuckamore Travels: Young Artist Trio in Pouch Cove
2023-08-25 19:00 - 20:30 | James Baird Gallery, 14 Gruchy's Hill, Pouch Cove, NL, A0A 3L0, Canada
Our Young Artist Trio finishes off their tour in this scenic windswept community, about 30 minutes north of St. John’s in the delightful James Baird Gallery.

Tuckamore Travels: Taking on Water in Eastport
2023-08-25 20:00 - 21:30 | Beaches Arts and Heritage Centre, 8 Church St, Eastport, Newfoundland and Labrador, A0G 1Z0, Canada
The second last instalment of the Taking on Water August tour takes us to The Beaches Arts and Heritage Centre in Eastport.
Taking on Water is presented in collaboration with the Future Ocean and Coastal Infrastructures project. Research funding was provided by the Ocean Frontier Institute, through an award from the Canada First Research Excellence Fund.

Tuckamore Travels: Taking on Water in Bonavista
2023-08-26 20:00 - 21:30 | The Garrick Theatre, 16 Church St, Bonavista, Newfoundland and Labrador, A0C 1B0, Canada
The final stop on our August Taking on Water tour will be at the Garrick Theatre on the beautiful Bonavista Peninsula.
Taking on Water is presented in collaboration with the Future Ocean and Coastal Infrastructures project. Research funding was provided by the Ocean Frontier Institute, through an award from the Canada First Research Excellence Fund.

Taking on Water - Arts and Culture Centre Tour
2023-09-21 19:00 - 2023-09-27 21:00 | NL
This musical play about living in coastal communities is going on tour throughout Newfoundland and Labrador this September. Join us for performances in Gander, Grand Falls-Windsor, Corner Brook, Stephenville, Labrador City, and Happy Valley-Goose Bay.
Sept. 21 – Joseph R. Smallwood Arts and Culture Centre, Gander
Sept. 22 – Gordon Pinsent Centre for the Arts, Grand Falls-Windsor
Sept. 23 – Arts and Culture Centre, Corner Brook
Sept. 24 – Arts and Culture Centre, Stephenville
Sept. 26 – Arts and Culture Centre, Labrador City
Sept. 27 – Lawrence O’Brien Arts Centre, Happy Valley-Goose Bay

Taking on Water is presented in collaboration with the Future Ocean and Coastal Infrastructures project. Research funding was provided by the Ocean Frontier Institute, through an award from the Canada First Research Excellence Fund.

Dark Tales
2024-01-18 19:30 - 21:00 | Arts and Culture Centre, 95 Allandale Road, St. John's, Newfoundland, A1B 3A3, Canada
Dark Tales is an immersive musical and visual experience inspired by the Newfoundland ghost stories, folklore, and childhood memories in Tom Dawe’s book An Old Man’s Winter Night, illustrated by Veselina Tomova.
Dark Tales brings together original music by the acclaimed Canadian composer Alice Ping Yee Ho and riveting visuals by animator Duncan Major. It will be performed by Duo Concertante, violinist Nancy Dahn and pianist Timothy Steeves
Seated on the stage with the performers and surrounded by projected animations, audiences will experience a magical audiovisual world of phantoms, fairies, fetches, and folklore. Inside this unique sensory environment, Dark Tales explores the mysteries of the supernatural, as well as our collective struggles with desire, love, grief, and regret, engaging the imagination in a whole new way of storytelling.

The performance consists of five movements, each ten minutes long, with pauses at times. Please be advised that the projected animations occasionally include flashing lights, which may affect individuals with photosensitive conditions. All ages are welcome, however, the experience may best be enjoyed by audience members aged 10+. This unique performance will take place on the stage of the Arts and Culture Centre, therefore seating is limited, and advance booking is recommended. Seating is general, and we ask that people arrive early to select their seats.

We acknowledge the support of the Canada Council for the Arts for this project.
canadacouncil.ca

Brentano Quartet
2024-03-13 19:30 - 21:00 | MUN School of Music, Burtons Pond Rd, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, A1C 5S7, Canada
We’re so excited to announce the Brentano String Quartet will be performing in St. John’s this March. Since its inception in 1992, the Brentano String Quartet has appeared throughout the world to popular and critical acclaim.
“[A] luxuriously warm sound [and] yearning lyricism” – The New York Times
“The Brentanos are a magnificent string quartet…This was wonderful, selfless music-making.” – The Times (London)
The Quartet has performed across five continents in the world’s most prestigious venues, from Carnegie Hall to the Sydney Opera House. In 2014, the Brentano Quartet became the Quartet in Residence at the Yale School of Music, departing from their 15-year residency at Princeton University.

on the program:
Mozart Quartet in D Major K. 499 “Hoffmeister”
Shostakovich Quartet No. 8
Mendelssohn Quartet in D Major Op. 44, No. 1

Taking on Water - Documentary Screening
2024-04-21 14:00 - 15:30 | The Rooms, 9 Bonaventure Ave, St. John's, NL, A1C 5P9
Experience the thought-provoking documentary “Taking on Water,” spotlighting playwright Robert Chafe, dancer/actor Louise Moyes, and featuring performances by Duo Concertante.
Delve into the impacts of climate change in the province’s coastal communities.
Directed by Barbara Doran
Videographer: Jerry McIntosh
Following the screening, engage in a Q&A session.
Presented in partnership with Future Ocean and Coastal Infrastructures (FOCI) and Tuckamore Music Festival.
Tickets: $12 plus HST. 10% Discount for Rooms Members. Get your ticket online or by calling (709) 757-8090.

Music at the Movies: The Magic of Music in Film
2024-06-15 16:00 - 17:00 | MUN Botanical Garden, 306 Mt Scio Rd, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, A1B 4L6, Canada
Join Tuckamore Festival’s resident music theorist, Joe Argentino, at the MUN Botanical Gardens for a free, fun-filled, and engaging talk on the magic of music in film. His talk, entitled MUSIC at the MOVIES, will highlight how music drives plots, sets the mood, and takes centre stage in your favourite films—all while you enjoy some buttery popcorn!

2024 Season Launch Concert
2024-06-21 19:00 - 20:00 | St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, The “Kirk”, 76 Queens Rd, St. John's, NL, A1C 6J9, Canada
The Tuckamore Festival’s award-winning artistic directors, Nancy Dahn and Timothy Steeves of Duo Concertante, will be launching the 2024 season with our annual free concert at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church “The Kirk”!
The evening will feature the epic Beethoven Kreutzer Sonata, Schumann’s Violin Sonata in A Major, along with an excerpt from the new work ‘Dark Tales’ which premiered in January 2024, by Alice Ho.
June 21st will also mark the launch of our 2024 season ticket sales. Check out our events page for more information on all our ticketed events happening this August.

On the program
Ludwig van Beethoven – Violin Sonata No. 9 in A major, Op. 47, “Kreutzer”
Robert Schumann – Violin Sonata No. 1 in A minor, Op. 105
Alice Ho – ‘House in the Drook’ from Dark Tales (2024)

Prelude Concert with Ben Diamond
2024-08-01 12:30 - 13:30 | Anglican Cathedral, 16 Church Hill, St. John's, NL, A1C 3Z9, Canada
The 2024 Tuckamore Festival Prelude Concert will feature St. John’s native Ben Diamond, who will present an exciting afternoon of music for guitar. This performance will include works by Weiss, Takemitsu, and 2024 Tuckamore Composition faculty Jason Noble!

Tombeau sur la mort de M. Comte de Logy arrivée, WSW 20 Sylvius Leopold Weiss
(1687-1750)
Capriccio in D major, WSW 25
Shadow Prism Jason Noble (b. 1980)
In the Woods Tōru Takemitsu (1930-1996)
I. Wainscot Pond
II. Rosedale
III. Muir Woods
Collectici Íntim Vicente Asencio
I. La Serenor (1908-1979)
II. La Joia
III. La Calma
IV. La Gaubança
V. La Frisança

Pop-up Concert with Faculty and Friends
2024-08-03 13:00 - 14:00 | Diamond Design, 10 Rowan Street, St. John's, Newfoundland, A1B 2X1, Canada
Join Duo Concertante alongside Tuckamore Festival alumni for an exciting afternoon of free music at Diamond Design in Churchill Square!

Weird and Wondrous Music: Tuckamore Talk with Joe Argentino
2024-08-04 15:00 - 16:00 | Bannerman Brewing Co, 90 Duckworth St., St. John's, NL, A1C 1E7, Canada
Join Tuckamore Festival’s resident music theorist, Joe Argentino, for a free, fun-filled, and engaging talk on eccentric and bizarre classical compositions. His talk, entitled Weird and Wondrous Music, will highlight how certain composers throughout history pushed the boundaries of classical music, embracing the absurd and the unconventional, to create jaw-dropping and yet captivating works. From the playful dissonance of Mozart and Rossini to the avant-garde experiments of Berio and Cage, discover how these composers defied norms and redefined the possibilities of classical music.
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore this fascinating world of strange classical music in the relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere of Bannerman Brewery, where you can also enjoy a refreshing beverage.

Young Artist Masterclass with Sharon Wei
2024-08-06 14:00 - 16:00 | D.F. Cook Recital Hall, Memorial University of Newfoundland - School of Music, St. John's, NL, A1C 5S7, Canada
Our 2024 Young Artists perform for and get coached by the Juno-winning Sharon Wei, violist of the New Orford String Quartet and professor of viola at Western University. This masterclass in D.F. Cook Recital Hall is free and open to the public.

Lunchtime Concert with the Young Artists I
2024-08-07 12:30 - 13:30 | Anglican Cathedral, 16 Church Hill, St. John's, NL, A1C 3Z9, Canada
Our annual Lunchtime Recitals are perhaps our most-anticipated events, featuring solo and chamber performances from our 2024 Young Artists. Catch these talented performers in the beautiful Anglican Cathedral downtown.

Greenwich Trio
2024-08-07 19:30 - 21:00 | D.F. Cook Recital Hall, Memorial University of Newfoundland - School of Music, St. John's, NL, A1C 5S7, Canada
Since their formation in 2006, the outstanding, London U.K.-based Greenwich Trio has earned a distinguished reputation, winning numerous awards including the top prize at the Beethoven Society of Europe Chamber Music Competition. Hear them in a program marking the 100th anniversary of Gabriel Fauré which includes his exhilarating Trio in D minor, Op. 120 alongside his famous student Ravel’s Mother Goose Suite, arranged for piano trio and flute (with Boris Bizjak).

Trio in D minor, Op. 120 by Gabriel Faure
Expectations by Jani Golob (World Premiere)
Living Trees by Marcus Barcham Stevens
intermission
Trio in G minor, Op. 15 by Bedřich Smetana
Ma Mère l’Oye, Mother Goose Suite by Maurice Ravel
