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Celebrate International Women’s Day with a joyful musical surprise at Studio Bell! Calgary’s Cool Choir will pop up when you least expect it with epic flash mob performances, filling the halls with uplifting rock and pop anthems.
NMC + CWJC: Joni Mitchell celebrates the iconic songwriter’s legacy through an intimate evening of storytelling and performance. Featuring musicians and voices inspired by her work, the event pays tribute to Mitchell’s artistry, influence, and enduring impact on Canadian music.
Discover the world of Prince Siegfried, evil sorcerer Von Rothbart, and Odette, Queen of the Swans, in Tchaikovsky's timeless Swan Lake — an exciting combination of music and storytelling, plus illustrations specially created by narrator Judd Palmer, that will engage the eyes, ears, and imaginations of students.
Start your St. Patrick’s Day celebrations early with KITCHINPARTI, who will bring the spirit of a true Newfoundland kitchen party to Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre.
Matt Berninger brings his unmistakable baritone and introspective songwriting to an intimate evening at the Werklund Centre. Best known as the frontman of The National, he offers a raw, immersive performance that blends emotional depth, poetic lyricism, and magnetic stage presence.
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of storytelling, songcraft, and catchy melodies with three of Western Canada’s most compelling singer-songwriters: Matt Patershuk, Suzie Ungerleider, and Ben Sures.
Join National Music Centre and JazzYYC for an evening with SUBA Trio — featuring GRAMMY-nominated composer and pianist Omar Sosa, kora master and singer Seckou Keita, and percussionist Gustavo Ovalles.
Electric bass virtuoso Carl Mayotte will be giving a free, in-depth masterclass on March 15 at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre.
In partnership with Mountain Spring Festival, National Music Centre is pleased to present Upper Arlington Symphony Strings from Ohio, USA.
Encounter the solemn power of Verdi's soul-stirring Requiem, a thrilling score to which the composer brought the dramatic sensibility of his famous operas.
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Calgary. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Frank Sinatra and Nat King Cole at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Celebrate the enduring songs of Gordon Lightfoot with acclaimed Canadian singer-songwriter Ron Sexsmith.
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