| Date | Artist | City | Venue | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 25, 2025 | Elmer Iseler Singers | Orillia, ON | Orillia Opera House | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 20 Mississaga St W.. Venue phone: 7053268011. Under the masterful direction of Conductor and Artistic Director Lydia Adams, the Elmer Iseler Singers perform and promote outstanding choral music. Created and established by the great Canadian choral master Elmer Iseler in 1979, this inspirational, innovative and passionate chamber choir verges on the sublime. Truly a heavenly experience where even angels are envious. | ||||
| March 23, 2025 | Bridge and Wolak | Orillia, ON | St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 99 Peter St. N. Venue phone: 7053255183. For over 10 years, Bridge and Wolak have been bringing down the house. Mixing classical music with improvisational comedy, they have twisted up the classical music world. Their Bach to Benny Tour of 2022 was a show stopper, touring to over 5 Canadian provinces and 20 US states. Entertaining, inspiring and just plain delightful, this incredible duo will send you home with a smile. | ||||
| May 4, 2025 | Lance Anderson | Orillia, ON | Orillia Opera House | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 20 Mississaga St W.. Venue phone: 7053268011. Sometimes, you just have to step out your backdoor to find what you thought could only be found elsewhere. Lance Anderson is a celebrated Orillian who has graced concert halls around the world. As a musical producer, arranger and world class musician, he has the uncanny ability of assembling some of the region’s best artists, bringing them together to make beautiful music on stages around the world. The Orillia Opera House will be no exception, as Lance Anderson takes off his hat to the unforgettable sounds of DUKE ELLINGTON and COUNT BASIE – JAZZ ROYALTY with Lance Anderson on piano, John Johnson on saxophone and Russ Boswell on Bass. Come along for the ride, as this terrific trio spins words and music into the magical poetry that’s classic jazz. | ||||
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| October 27, 2024 | Stratton Soloists | Orillia, ON | St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 99 Peter St. N. Venue phone: 7053255183. They’re back. One of the most loved ensembles, the Stratton Soloists are returning. As the great Kerry Stratton before them, they have endeared themselves to Orillia audiences with their virtuosity and panache. Such a powerful legacy must be experienced live. Whether it’s Tchaikovsky, Dvorak or The Beatles and Elton John, this talented, musical powerhouse is the capital C in Classical. Don’t miss it. | ||||
| May 5, 2024 | Ensemble Vivant | Orillia, ON | Orillia Opera House | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 20 Mississaga St W.. Venue phone: 7053268011. Captivating, enchanting and certainly vivacious! ENSEMBLE VIVANT returns to delight Orillia with its special blend of classical pearls and jazzy pop gems. Mining the Classical, Ragtime, Latin and American Song books, this brilliant chamber ensemble is a perfect ending to a perfect season. Join us and join Artistic Director, Catherine Wilson as she heads up this Canadian musical treasure of piano and string. | ||||
| March 24, 2024 | James Campbell Trio | Orillia, ON | St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 99 Peter St. N. Venue phone: 7053255183. The Ottawa Citizen calls him “Canada’s premier clarinetist”. This world class Clarinetist has collaborated with Glenn Gould and Aaron Copland. He has performed as a soloist and chamber musician in over 35 countries with over 60 orchestras and 35 string quartets. He has been awarded, the Juno, the Order of Canada, the Queen’s Gold and Diamond Jubilee medal, an Honorary Doctor of Law and has been the driving force as Artistic Director of the Festival of the Sound since 1985. Needless to say, JAMES CAMPBELL is a monumental talent. See him in concert with pianist Angela Park and soprano Leslie Fagan. | ||||
| January 28, 2024 | Chris Robinson — Will Davis Quartet | Orillia, ON | St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 99 Peter St. N. Venue phone: 7053255183. If there’s one word to describe the Chris Robinson -Will Davis Quartet… its COOL! Chris Robinson and Will Davis have a mutual love for the songs from the great American songbook which they perform with style and passion. Both veterans of the Canadian jazz scene, Chris plays saxophones and vocalizes in a unique way to tell the story of each song while Will provides a stalwart harmonic and rhythmic backdrop on keyboards. Together with the expert accompaniment of bass and drums you’ll be truly entertained by the way they bring to life the music of Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles, Louis Jordan, Peggy Lee and many more. | ||||
| November 26, 2023 | Daniel Vnukowski | Orillia, ON | St. Paul’s United | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 62 Peter St. N. Venue phone: 7053267351. In New York, they said… “a pianist to watch”. In Britain, they said… “a dashing pianist”. In Orillia, we’re saying… “ Can’t wait!”. From Canada to Italy. From Poland to Argentina. Daniel Vnukowski has charmed the world and in the spirit of Lizt, Chopin and Beethoven he will not only be a must see, but a must hear! The piano never sounded so good. In the meantime…catch him every morning as the morning radio host on Classical 96 FM. For more information about Daniel, visit his website. | ||||
| October 29, 2023 | Stratton Soloists | Orillia, ON | St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 99 Peter St. N. Venue phone: 7053255183. Well, they’re back. Popular demand has made this dynamic and intimate ensemble an Orillia favourite. The Stratton Soloists are all members of the Toronto Concert Orchestra’s principal players. Named in memory of Kerry Stratton’s musical legacy, Stratton Soloists continues Kerry’s heart of sharing music – the firm belief that good music can be found in all genres, and classical music can be enjoyed by all. Stratton Soloists brings diverse programming performed with virtuosity, spirit, and imaginative musicianship. For more information about the TCO, visit their website. | ||||
| May 7, 2023 | The Toronto Mandolin Orchestra | Orillia, ON | Orillia Opera House | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 20 Mississaga St W.. Venue phone: 7053268011. | ||||
| March 26, 2023 | The Weston Silver Band | Orillia, ON | Orillia Opera House | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 20 Mississaga St W.. Venue phone: 7053268011. | ||||
| January 29, 2023 | Ladom Ensemble | Orillia, ON | St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 99 Peter St. N. Venue phone: 7053255183. | ||||
| November 27, 2022 | Christopher Dawes | Orillia, ON | St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 99 Peter St. N. Venue phone: 7053255183. | ||||
| October 30, 2022 | Toronto Concert Orchestra | Orillia, ON | Orillia Opera House | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 20 Mississaga St W.. Venue phone: 7053268011. | ||||
| May 1, 2022 | Toronto All Star Big Band | Orillia, ON | Orillia Opera House | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 20 Mississaga St W.. Venue phone: 7053268011. | ||||
| March 27, 2022 | Hogtown Brass | Orillia, ON | Orillia Opera House | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 20 Mississaga St W.. Venue phone: 7053268011. | ||||
| February 20, 2022 | Sonic Escape | Orillia, ON | St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 99 Peter St. N. Venue phone: 7053255183. | ||||
| November 28, 2021 | Peter Stoll (clarinet & saxophone) & Adam Zukiewicz (piano) | N/A | Virtual Presentation | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. | ||||
| October 23, 2021 | Sinfonia Toronto | N/A | Virtual Presentation | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. | ||||
| February 2, 2020 | Bridge and Wolak | Orillia, ON | Orillia Opera House | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 20 Mississaga St W.. Venue phone: 7053268011. | ||||
| November 24, 2019 | Trio Tangere | Orillia, ON | St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 99 Peter St. N. Venue phone: 7053255183. | ||||
| October 20, 2019 | Tom Allen’s Missing Pages | Orillia, ON | Orillia Opera House | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 20 Mississaga St W.. Venue phone: 7053268011. | ||||
| May 5, 2019 | Kerry Stratton and the Toronto Concert Orchestra | Orillia, ON | Orillia Opera House | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 20 Mississaga St W.. Venue phone: 7053268011. Stratton musically juggles Joseph Haydn and Johanne Hummel with elegance and finesse, as only the maestro and the Toronto Concert can! | ||||
| May 3, 2019 | The Toronto Concert Orchestra | Orillia, ON | Orillia Opera House | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 20 Mississaga St W.. Venue phone: 7053268011. | ||||
| March 3, 2019 | Ensemble Vivant Octet | Orillia, ON | Orillia Opera House | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 20 Mississaga St W.. Venue phone: 7053268011. Canada’s Chamber Music Treasure Ensemble Vivant has for over 25 years bedazzled audiences with classical, Latin and Jazz. Led by pianist/artistic director Catherine Wilson, Ensemble Vivant pays homage to the great saxophonist Rick Wilkins who has arranged, composed and performed with the likes of Tommy Ambrose, Boss Brass, Anne Murray, Jackson Five and Oscar Peterson, just to name a few. | ||||
| February 3, 2019 | Guy Few, Stephanie Mara, Leslie Fagan | Orillia, ON | Orillia Opera House | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 20 Mississaga St W.. Venue phone: 7053268011. A fun trio combining the flair and agility of acrobats and the challenge and competitiveness of Olympic gold. Music that makes your senses race. Guy Few on trumpet, Stephanie Mara on piano, Leslie Fagan, vocals. | ||||
| November 18, 2018 | Arkady Yanivker | Orillia, ON | St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 99 Peter St. N. Venue phone: 7053255183. A soloist extraordinaire that can only be described as impressive, versatile and positively brilliant. From Russia to Toronto with love, this concert master gives new meaning to virtuoso. | ||||
| October 21, 2018 | TakeFive Ensemble | Orillia, ON | Orillia Opera House | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 20 Mississaga St W.. Venue phone: 7053268011. When Shoshana Telner (piano), Lynn Kuo (violin), Csaba Koczó (violin), Theresa Rudolph (viola) and Emmanuelle Beaulieu Bergeron (cello) rub shoulders with the likes of Beethoven, Debussy, Mahler, Schumann, Dvorak and all the usual suspects… music becomes a beautiful thing! | ||||
| May 6, 2018 | Kerry Stratton and the Toronto Concert Orchestra | Orillia, ON | Orillia Opera House | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 20 Mississaga St W.. Venue phone: 7053268011. This is our final stop in what has been another whirlwind season of one incredible musical journey. And what better way to end our adventure but with one of Canada’s finest touring orchestras. | ||||
| March 4, 2018 | Peter F. Stoll | Orillia, ON | St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 99 Peter St. N. Venue phone: 7053255183. Winter is no match for the mellow sounds of saxophone and clarinet. Peter Stoll and company will take you to places exotic and mysterious. | ||||
| February 4, 2018 | Buzz Brass | Orillia, ON | Orillia Opera House | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 20 Mississaga St W.. Venue phone: 7053268011. From Quebec to China, there’s only one word to describe this quintet… brassy! And with harp and piano to boot, just plain classy! | ||||
| November 26, 2017 | Millan and Faye | Orillia, ON | Orillia Opera House | Canada |
| Time: 3:00pm. Address: 20 Mississaga St W.. Venue phone: 7053268011. Join Kyra Millan and her accomplice Tina Faye on a soprano’s exhilarating and hilarious journey from barely being able to speak in public to becoming an opera singer. Become the auditioner, orchestra, or chorus – or even share the stage with a world-class coloratura soprano. | ||||
| October 29, 2017 | Hamilton Wind Orchestra | Orillia, ON | Orillia Opera House | Canada |
| Time: 2:30pm. Address: 20 Mississaga St W.. Venue phone: 7053268011. This military-style touring band will commemorate Canada’s and Orillia’s 150th anniversary. The Director of Music is Ryan Baker and the Drum Major is James Greve. | ||||