Upcoming Performances
The Stage at St. Andrew's presents a variety of performances throughout the year, includes this year's Rising Tide concert series, the Halifax Gay Men's Chorus, Symphony Nova Scotia, and much more!
We invite you to join us in bringing community to musicians.
2024 - 2025 Season
24-26
October
2024
Rejigged Festival
Oct 24
Oct 25
Oct 26
Saint Andrew’s is excited to host ReJigged Festival, a festival celebrating contemporary Celtic music and dance, from October 24-26, 2024. This vibrant event features concerts, workshops, and community activities, offering something for everyone who loves Celtic traditions. Whether you're a performer or a fan, ReJigged promises three days of world-class entertainment and classes. For more information and tickets, visit here.
Cecilia Concerts: New Orford Quartet
Immerse yourself in the depth and dynamic range of chamber music with the New Orford String Quartet, featuring our 2024/25 Musician-In-Residence violinist Andrew Wan. The program features WA Mozart's emotionally intense "Quartet in D minor," showcasing the composer's intricate mastery. Experience "Yume" ("Dreams,") a new work by Métis composer Ian Cusson, our 2023/24 Composer-In-Residence, which was inspired by Akira Kurosawa's film of the same name, and Franz Schubert's "Death and the Maiden," a 40-minute masterpiece of haunting melodies and vigorous intensity, offering a rich journey through the emotional and stylistic landscapes of string quartet literature.
September - March
2024-25
Rising Tide Concert Series
Genre-bending concerts from musicians all over the East Coast. Indie, Pop, Folk, Blues and Cuban-Jazz. We listen. We chat. We laugh. We discover new music and what's behind it.
Our concerts are cozy, exciting, family friendly, sensory inclusive and accessible to everyone.
15
November
2024
Rising Tide: Emilea May
Emilea is a Canadian singer-songwriter from Prince Edward Island whose music resonates with the raw beauty of her surroundings. Serene melodies paired with introspective lyrics that cut to the core, Emilea's music offers a glimpse into her soul. She weaves tales inspired by the mysteries of creation, the bonds of human connection, and the transformative journey of motherhood.
Her highly anticipated debut album will arrive in July 2025!
LISTEN HERE:
"Good Mother" VIDEO - Emilea May
Cecilia Concerts: Lee-Sung-Djokic Trio
Experience the richness and depth of the piano trio genre with this outstanding USA-based ensemble, featuring violinist Janet Sung, Haligonian cellist Denise Djokic, and pianist Soyeon Kate Lee. Their program offers a compelling mix of chamber music, from the lyrical intensity of Mendelssohn’s "Piano Trio Opus 66 in C minor" to the contemporary brilliance of Dinuk Wijeratne’s "Love Triangle." Shostakovich's powerful "Piano Trio No. 2" brings a dramatic and emotional edge to the evening, showcasing the trio's expressive range. This concert promises a captivating exploration of chamber music, blending timeless masterworks with modern innovation.
Halifax Jazz Festival Groove Gala
Join us for the inaugural Groove Gala 2024, featuring JUNO Award winning artist, Caity Gyorgy, on November 22, 2024, at The Stage at St. Andrew’s. Caity Gyorgy (pronounced George) is a 2 time JUNO award winning Canadian vocalist known for singing bebop and swing music. She has performed at jazz clubs and festivals across Canada, Mexico, Japan and the USA. In addition to being a performer, Caity is an avid writer and composes songs in the style of the Great American Songbook. Guests will also enjoy a full evening, starting with a reception and passed hors d'oeuvres, cash bar, and the opportunity to participate in a silent auction and raffle before the performance. The Groove Gala 2024 is an opportunity to enjoy an unforgettable evening while making a positive impact on the community. All proceeds from the evening will support the Halifax Jazz Festival’s free community programming and educational activities, helping provide accessible music experiences to our community and inspire the next generation of musicians and music lovers.
23-24
November
2024
Symphony Nova Scotia: Handel's Water Music & Samuel Mariño
Nov 23 - 7:30 PM
Nov 24 - 2:00 PM
Handel’s Water Music is one of the Baroque era’s smash hits – a festive, jolly masterpiece that’s been beloved by audiences ever since its royal riverboat premiere 300 years ago.
Now, hear its bright, open-air sound and toe-tapping tunes – including its signature, sailor-inspired Alla Hornpipe – live with the Symphony and our very own Principal Baroque Leader Julia Wedman. And joining us for only his second Canadian performance, South American superstar male soprano Samuel Mariño delights with his unique vocal talent and dazzling stage presence.
30
November
2024
Nova Scotia Youth Orchestra: Songs of the People
2:00 PM
United in our humanity through music of different peoples, this concert features works from Braden to Beethoven, plus a performance from the 2024 recipient of the Nova Scotia Youth Orchestra Concerto Competition, playing a work of their choice.
The Innkeeper's Christmas with Lennie Gallant
Welcome to The Innkeeper's Christmas with Lennie Gallant! Join us for a festive evening of music and merriment at The Stage at St Andrew's. Get ready to be serenaded by the talented Lennie Gallant as he performs his holiday classics. It's going to be a night filled with cheer, good company, and unforgettable tunes. Don't miss out on this special in-person event that will surely get you into the holiday spirit!
Cecilia Concerts: Jarred Dunn
Encounter a sublime winter's evening of piano mastery as prize-winning musician Jarred Dunn takes the stage to perform an evocative program. Revel in the delicate nuances and serene melodies of Franz Schubert's "Sonata 664," the stark contrasts and intense dissonances of Henryk Górecki's "Sonata Op. 6," the lush, impressionistic textures and harmonically rich Karol Szymanowski's "Preludes Op. 1," and the passionate narratives and deep romanticism of Robert Schumann's "Sonata Op. 11." Lauded for his enchanting sound-colour magic and exquisite touch, Dunn's performance promises a profound journey through diverse emotional and musical landscapes where virtuosity meets profound expression.
Symphony Nova Scotia: Corelli, Lully, & Bembo
Jan 18 - 7:30 PM
Jan 19 - 2:00 PM
Explore the life and influences of 17th-century Italian musician Antonia Bembo, whose incredible journey takes us from Venice to the court of Louis XIV in Paris. With text and narration by Symphony violinist and author Isabelle Fournier, and a spectacular performance by virtuoso lutenist Lucas Harris, we examine the rivalry and the union between French and Italian baroque music, art, and culture.
Cecilia Concerts:
Cameron Crozman and Meagan Milatz
Pianist Meagan Milatz, recipient of the Prix Opus Discovery of the Year, and cellist Cameron Crozman, hailed by CBC Music as "Canada’s next big cello star," make their highly anticipated duo debut in Halifax. Their program, a celebration of Romantic music, centers around Johannes Brahms' two sonatas for cello and piano: the soulful Sonata No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 38, and the radiant Sonata No. 2 in F Major, Op. 99. These towering masterpieces showcase Brahms’ depth of emotion and mastery of form, embodying the essence of German Romanticism. The program is enriched with David Popper’s Im Walde, Op. 50, which beautifully captures the serene and mystical qualities of the forest, and Erno Dohnányi’s Ruralia Hungarica, Op. 32d, a vivid portrayal of Hungarian folk life and traditions. Together, these pieces reflect the Romantic era’s fascination with nature and folk culture, promising an evening of profound musical exploration. Described by Le Devoir as a “simply ideal” partnership, Milatz and Crozman bring these works to life with passion and finesse.
Cecilia Concerts: Andrew Wan and Charles Richard-Hamelin with the Dior Quartet
Join violinist Andrew Wan, pianist Charles Richard-Hamelin, and the celebrated Dior Quartet for an evening that defies convention, weaving together the expressive beauty of Romantic music. Schubert’s "String Quartet No. 12 in C minor, D. 703 'Quartettsatz'" grips the listener with its sudden intensity, while Brahms’ "Violin Sonata No. 3 in D minor, Op. 108" explores the most profound corners of passion and introspection. The playful energy of Brahms’ "Sonatensatz Scherzo in C minor" injects bursts of rhythmic brilliance into the mix, juxtaposed against Mendelssohn’s "Concerto for Violin, Piano, and Strings in D minor, MWV O 4," where virtuosic flourishes and lyrical conversations soar. Each work reveals a different facet of Romanticism, drawing you into a complex web of emotion, drama, and beauty, where no moment is predictable and every note captivates.
Cecilia Concerts: Ensemble Francoeur
Take a journey through the elegance and intricacy of the French Baroque era with Québec's Ensemble Francoeur. Featuring a blend of Baroque violin, viol, voice, and lute, their program “Strings, Quarrels, and the King's Court” highlights the exquisite sophistication of François Couperin's "Concerts royaux," a collection that epitomizes the ornate courtly music of Louis XIV's reign. It also includes Marin Marais' "La Sonnerie de Ste-Geneviève du Mont de Paris," crafted with mesmerizing technical prowess and harmonic richness, as well as the emotive and lyrical airs de cour by Michel Lambert, which capture the heartfelt expressiveness and poetic elegance typical of 17th and 18th-century French vocal music. Together, these works showcase the emotional depth and intricate interplay of voices and instruments that define the Baroque period.
Symphony Nova Scotia: Bach & Telemann Together
March 8 - 7:30 PM
March 9 - 2:00 PM
Even though Bach and Telemann lived at the same time, wrote in similar genres, and knew each other – they were born in the same year and their paths crossed many times – their musical styles differ.
Explore this contrast in a program that highlights why both composers remain impressive today, led by harpsichordist Steven Devine, best known for playing with the critically-acclaimed Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment.
Cecilia Concerts: Kevin Chen
A piano prodigy and the youngest winner of the Franz Liszt International Piano Competition, Canadian Kevin Chen showcases his remarkable talent in a recital featuring masterpieces by Chopin, Liszt, and Schubert. The program highlights Frédéric Chopin's "Ballade No. 4," a piece renowned for its emotional depth and technical complexity. It also features Franz Liszt's "Ballade No. 2," which is celebrated for its dramatic narrative and virtuosic demands, and the Schubert/Liszt "Erlkönig," an electrifying arrangement that combines Franz Schubert’s haunting vocal line with Liszt’s pianistic flair, creating a thrilling blend of storytelling and technical prowess. Chen’s recital promises a sublime experience, bridging the rich traditions and expressive power of classical music with a fresh, contemporary sensitivity.
Cecilia Concerts: Canadian Concertmasters
The Canadian Concertmasters features four of Canada’s leading symphony concertmasters – from the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra, the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, the Orchestre symphonique de Montréal, and the Toronto Symphony Orchestra. These extraordinary violinists unite to blend their expertise and passion with a program that includes Antonín Dvořák’s melodic "Terzetto in C major," Sergei Prokofiev’s dynamic "Sonata for Two Violins," Johan Halvorsen’s virtuosic "Passacaglia" on a theme by George Frideric Handel, Georg Philipp Telemann’s intricate "Concerto for 4 Violins," and unique arrangements of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s whimsical "Magic Flute," Grażyna Bacewicz’s intense "Quartet for 4 Violins," and Camille Saint-Saëns' "Danse Macabre."
Cecilia Concerts: Empire Wild
Empire Wild, a dynamic crossover ensemble of Juilliard-trained musicians, presents an exhilarating program blending classical foundations with jazz, folk, pop, and more. This genre-defying performance includes George Gershwin’s lively and charming "‘S Wonderful," Claude Debussy’s playful and impressionistic "Doctor Gradus ad Parnassum," and Chick Corea’s vibrant and rhythmic "Armando’s Rhumba." The trio also explores Taro Hakase’s passionate "Jounetsu Tairiku" and Friedrich August Kummer’s expressive "Duet for Two Cellos, Opus 22, No. 1." Led by cellists Ken Kubota and Mitchell Lyon, the ensemble employs innovative techniques, transforming the cello into a versatile and powerful voice. With intricate bow work, percussive rhythms, and virtuosic pizzicato, they breathe fresh life into each composition. The program also showcases original works, such as "Taconic" and "For Chiaki – North Beat," highlighting the musicians' unique and eclectic sound. Additional contemporary pieces include the soulful "Julie-O" by Mark Summer and the energetic "The Boxing Reels" by Jeremy Kittel, rounding out an electrifying and diverse musical experience.
Nova Scotia Youth Orchestra: Myths & Legends
2:00 PM
Symphony Nova Scotia chorus master Joel Tranquilla leads the NSYO in a performance that invites Soundtrax, Resonance Youth Choir, and Annapolis Valley Honour Choir to sing in this exciting orchestral presentation of glorious myths and legends.
Cecilia Concerts: Quatuor Élysée
After bringing the house down with their triumphant performance in Halifax a few years back, France's astonishing Quatuor Élysée returns with a riveting program blending French elegance and Russian depth. Featuring Maurice Ravel’s intricate and impressionistic "Quatuor à cordes," Borys Lyatoshynsky’s powerful and emotive "Quartet No. 4, Op. 43," and the deeply lyrical "Poème pour Quatuor à cordes Op. 35" from Québecois composer Rachel Laurin. Embodying a unique, explorative approach to string quartet performance, this season-closing ensemble is not to be missed! A co-presentation with Alliance Française Halifax and Alliance Française Toronto.