2023/24 CONCERT SEASON


May 11, 2024: joyful, brilliant, sharing

Join us for a special concert commemorating the 200th anniversary of Beethoven's iconic "Ode to Joy" alongside a tribute to the legendary Henry Mancini on his 100th birthday. Our ensemble of exceptional instrumentalists and vocalists will enchant you with renditions of Sibelius' beloved hymn from Finlandia and joyful melodies that capture the essence of Mother's Day weekend. As a special treat, the esteemed pianist Libby Yu, herself a mother of three, will grace us with Mozart's renowned "Elvira Madigan" Piano Concerto on WVUC's exquisite Bosendorfer Grand. Don't miss this unforgettable musical celebration honoring the legacy of great composers and the spirit of all women everywhere!


Nov 11, 2023: cOMMEMORATION

For the first concert in our new home of the West Vancouver United Church, the brilliant, witty, and charming resident Music Director Gerald van Wyck will be our featured guest on the magnificent WVUC organ. Our concert will be a commemoration of Remembrance Day, honouring our veterans and first responders. The church will be filled with memories, readings, and traditional music recalling “the Great War” and all conflicts that have allowed us to be free. In addition to the traditional “Last Post,” we’ll present music from Bach to Mozart to the powerful tribute “to victims of fascism and war” by Shostakovich.


Dec 9, 2023: FAMILY TIME

Our traditional Sinfonia Family Christmas, on Saturday, 7:30PM, Dec 9, 2023 at WVUC, will include all our favourite Sing-Alongs, including the joyful Joy to the World and solemn Silent Night, as well as some special “ear candy” for kids young and old and all in between! We will feature lots of joyful singing with special guests: pianist Michael Creber along with vocalists Monique Creber, Michelle Creber and Natalie Sharp, combined with Cypress Singers, CM Singers and the St. David’s Church Choir. Sinfonia loves to include celebrations of all religions and beliefs, so whether you commemorate Hanukkah (which will have just started the day before!) Orthodox Christmas, Kwaanza, the Winter Solstice, or just being away from work or school for a few days, we’ve got you covered! The special musical arrangements of Carol of the Bells, In Dulci Jubilo, and our lovely Canadian Huron Carol will make you glad to share Good Tidings of a Holy Night with Sinfonia and your family and friends. (Oh, yes, Greetings from Rudolph, who says Feliz Navidad!!!)


MAR 2, 2024: ACOUSTICAL HEAVEN

This performance of Composer-in-Residence Christopher Tyler Nickel’s Requiem celebrates the international album release of this work from UK-based label Avie Records. This recording was conducted by our own Maestro Clyde Mitchell and also features Vancouver-born / Irish soprano Catherine Redding, who will reprise her role as soprano soloist for this concert. Joining Sinfonia will be the Vancouver Chamber Choir, which is a unique professional choir that is as well-known for its traditional performances as for innovation. The clear tones of the VCC with the exquisite, soaring voice of Catherine Redding, alongside the members of Sinfonia will breathe life into the meditative settings of the Agnus Dei and Lacrimosa, the soaring Pie Jesu, and bring intensity to the Dies Irae, all leaving the audience in quiet peace with the In Paradisum. This heart-felt program will also feature Vivaldi’s Sinfonia Al Santo Sepolcro (The Holy Tomb) followed by Haydn’s early masterpiece, “The Philosopher,” his Symphony No. 22.


Please note that all our 2023/24 concerts will take place at 7:30pm at the West Vancouver United Church at 2062 Esquimalt Avenue, West Vancouver, BC V7V 1S4. Thank you to all of our donors, sponsors, and subscribers - your ongoing support is essential and greatly valued.

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