In honour of the King Eddy’s 120th anniversary, NMC presents Eddy Fest, a three-day music festival from August 14-16, celebrating every chapter of the venue’s history. Eddy Fest showcases an eclectic mix of performances that represent the venue’s past and present — from blues and rock to country and singer-songwriters! The King Eddy has lived...
In honour of the King Eddy’s 120th anniversary, NMC presents Eddy Fest, a three-day music festival from August 14-16, celebrating every chapter of the venue’s history.Eddy Fest showcases an eclectic mix of performances that represent the venue’s past and present — from blues and rock to country and singer-songwriters!The King Eddy has lived many lives...
Celebrate National Acadian Day in PlayLab with the energy of a kitchen party.This all-ages, hands-on drop-in invites visitors to explore Acadian music traditions through fiddle-inspired sounds, group music-making, and the rhythmic pulse of spoon playing.Drop in and take part in lively, collaborative music-making that shows how rhythm, movement, and song bring people together.PlayLab is a...
In honour of the King Eddy’s 120th anniversary, NMC presents Eddy Fest, a three-day music festival from August 14-16, celebrating every chapter of the venue’s history. Eddy Fest showcases an eclectic mix of performances that represent the venue’s past and present — from blues and rock to country and singer-songwriters! The King Eddy has lived...
In honour of the King Eddy’s 120th anniversary, NMC presents Eddy Fest, a three-day music festival from August 14-16, celebrating every chapter of the venue’s history.Eddy Fest showcases an eclectic mix of performances that represent the venue’s past and present — from blues and rock to country and singer-songwriters!The King Eddy has lived many lives...
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 Vivaldi and more at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Join children's music duo Rattle and Strum for live music in PlayLab. Set times: 11 a.m., 12 p.m., and 1 p.m.. About Rattle and StrumRattle and Strum is a children's music duo based in Calgary, Canada. Known for their engaging live shows and catchy tunes that appeal to children and their grownups, they make new friends...
Relive a defining moment in Canadian music history with the CBC rebroadcast of 2016’s The Tragically Hip: A National Celebration at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre.Captured live in Kingston, Ontario, this unforgettable performance marks the final tour appearance of The Tragically Hip and frontman Gord Downie. More than a concert, it became...
Relive a defining moment in Canadian music history with the CBC rebroadcast of 2016’s The Tragically Hip: A National Celebration at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre.Captured live in Kingston, Ontario, this unforgettable performance marks the final tour appearance of The Tragically Hip and frontman Gord Downie. More than a concert, it became...
Join us at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, for Synth Soundbath, a new monthly series exploring the intersection of wellness and music technology.Part educational experience, part immersive listening session, the program invites participants to engage with sound as both a scientific phenomenon and a deeply personal, sensory experience.This is not your typical...
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 Ed Sheeran and Coldplay at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, under the gentle glow of candlelight. Tentative Program Coldplay - Clocks Coldplay - Something Just...
Following a sold-out debut, Nigerian-Canadian composer King Udofia returns with the second edition of Gbèdu, presented with the National Music Centre. His 21-piece orchestra takes the Studio Bell stage for an immersive evening of horn-driven grooves, heavy percussion, and lush orchestral strings. Audiences are invited to sing, clap, and dance, as they experience a contemporary...
Join us in PlayLab for a family-friendly day of music in celebration of Alberta Culture Days! Step into the National Music Centre's newest exhibit, PlayLab, for a full weekend of live music, rhythm games, sound effects, and singalongs for all ages! Admission is free in PlayLab and throughout Level 1 of Studio Bell.