Fri Jul 22 19:00
NACO Lite
Blending inspiring artistry and musical storytelling, the National Arts Centre Orchestra offers a unique conductorless concert experience led by concertmaster Yosuke Kawasaki. Savour Stravinsky’s chamber concerto “Dumbarton Oaks” and the “Pulcinella” Suite, Florence Price’s heartfelt Andante moderato, and Aaron Copeland’s “Quiet City,” featuring soloists Karen Donnelly (trumpet) and Anna Petersen (English horn).
- National Arts Centre Orchestraorchestra
- Yosuke Kawasakiviolin
- Karen Donnellytrumpet
- Anna Petersenoboe & English horn
Igor Stravinsky (1882 – 1971) | Concerto in E-flat Major for Chamber Orchestra “Dumbarton Oaks”
Aaron Copland (1900 – 1990) | Quiet City
Florence Price (1887 – 1953) | Andante moderato
Igor Stravinsky | Suite from Pulcinella
First Violins
- Yosuke Kawasaki (concertmaster)
- Jessica Linnebach (associate concertmaster)
- Noémi Racine Gaudreault (assistant concertmaster)
- Marjolaine Lambert
- Jeremy Mastrangelo
- Manuela Milani
- *Oleg Chelpanov
- *Martine Dubé
- *Renée London
- *Erica Miller
Second Violins
- Mintje van Lier (principal)
- Winston Webber (associate principal)
- Mark Friedman
- Carissa Klopoushak
- Leah Roseman
- Karoly Sziladi
- Emily Westell
- *Marc Djokic
- *Heather Schnarr
- *Sarah Williams
Violas
- Jethro Marks (principal)
- David Marks (associate principal)
- David Goldblatt (assistant principal)
- Paul Casey
- Ren Martin-Doike
- David Thies-Thompson
Cellos
- Rachel Mercer (principal)
- Julia MacLaine (assistant principal)
- Timothy McCoy
- Marc-André Riberdy
- Leah Wyber
- *Karen Kang
Double Basses
- *Max Cardilli (guest principal)
- Hilda Cowie (acting assistant principal)
Flutes
- Joanna G’froerer (principal)
- Stephanie Morin
Oboes
- Anna Petersen
- *Melissa Scott
English Horn
- Anna Petersen
Clarinets
- Kimball Sykes
Bassoons
- *Darren Hicks (principal)
- Vincent Parizeau
Horns
- Lawrence Vine (principal)
- Julie Fauteux (associate principal)
- Elizabeth Simpson
Trumpets
- Karen Donnelly (principal)
Trombones
- Colin Traquair
Principal Librarian
- Nancy Elbeck
Assistant Librarian
- Corey Rempel
Personnel Manager
- Meiko Lydall
Assistant Personnel Manager
- Laurie Shannon
*additional musicians
Non-titled members of the Orchestra are listed alphabetically.
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Festival 2022
Experience five magnificent programs featuring spectacular vocals, impeccable skill, and collaborations between world-renowned musicians at Ottawa’s Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre.
Signature Series: supported by Bytek Volkswagen & Carling Volvo
Concerts immersed in Beechwood’s history and beauty, from its beloved sanctuary to the expansive grounds, complemented by the serene hours of the early morning.
These performances are outdoors. You will need to bring your own seating and weather protection if desired.
Sunrise Concerts are made possible with the generous support of Beechwood Cemetery.
New Music Now is a celebration of the breadth and vitality of today’s new classical culture. Explore the sonic range of today’s most creative musical minds at Chamberfest’s annual miniseries.
This series celebrates Canada’s world-class standard in chamber performance, featuring core string ensembles, solo piano, and opera amidst folk influences. Thanks to the generosity of Marina Kun (of Ottawa-based and internationally-loved Kun Shoulder Rests), these concerts take place at Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre.
Late-night concerts cross genres and art forms, pushing the boundaries of chamber music into Afro-Cuban influences, Slavic and Scandinavian folk tunes, and more.
Hosted by broadcaster Eric Friesen, Chamber Chats: Festival Edition features interactive interviews with festival musicians both online and in person.In-person attendance for Chamber Chats is available for passholders only! You will be asked to show your pass before entering this event.
The online Zoom events are free and open to the public.
Showcasing seasoned professionals and fresh faces to the scene, Chamberfest’s new series offers a refreshing midday escape at stunning local venues.
Concerts and excursions are immersed in Beechwood’s history and beauty, from its beloved sanctuary to the expansive grounds.
Many of these performances are outdoors. You may need to bring your own seating and weather protection if desired.
The Beechwood Series is made possible with the generous support of Beechwood Cemetery.
Celebrate the piano at the home of our longtime partners, Steinway Piano Gallery Ottawa.
The Steinway Series is made possible with the generous support of the Steinway Piano Gallery Ottawa.
Eclectic programming resonates against a backdrop of vinyl, vintage speakers, and reel-to-reel at legendary music destination and beloved Wellington staple, The Record Centre. Here, artists are at play: exploring and expanding their creativity in this casual space.
Seating will not be available.
This summer, our hybrid festival features a rich offering of online content broadcast live from Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre in Ottawa.
Chamberfest’s Community Engagement and Education pillar (CEE) engages community members of all ages through a diverse range of meaningful music experiences. Whether on stage, online, or on the streets, CEE changes lives through music.