For Immediate Release

Celebrate East Coast Excellence at 2024 ECMAs Classical Showcase

 

Charlottetown, PE – April 30, 2024

 

As part of the highly anticipated 2024 ECMAs, the Canadian Music Centre and Debut Atlantic proudly present a showcase highlighting the extraordinary classical talent of the Atlantic region. Set against the historic backdrop of St. Paul’s Church in downtown Charlottetown, PE, this event promises an unforgettable afternoon of musical brilliance.

Date & Time: Saturday, May 4th, 1:30 pm (Doors open at 1:00 pm)

Host: We are thrilled to have PEI’s very own Lindsay Connolly, Executive Director of Under the Spire Music Festival, as our gracious host for the occasion.

 

Featured Artists:

• SHHH!! Ensemble
• Pianist Jennifer King
• Pianist Edward Enman (Nominated for Classical Composer of the Year)
• Essential Opera
• Cellist Catherine Little/pianist Greg Myra
• Luminos Ensemble (Nominated for Choral Recording of the Year for album In the Crystalline Vault of Heaven)

 

Join us for a mesmerizing journey through the captivating works of ECMA-nominated CMC Associate and East Coast composers. This free concert promises to showcase the depth and diversity of talent thriving in Atlantic Canada’s classical music scene.

Exciting Announcement: Be among the first to learn the winners of the three classical categories of ECMAs, adding an extra layer of anticipation and excitement to this already spectacular event.

Congratulations to this year’s ECMA nominees for Classical Recording of the Year, Choral Recording of the Year, and Classical Composition of the Year. Your contributions to East Coast classical music are truly exceptional!

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of East Coast classical music. Join us for an afternoon of musical excellence and celebration at St. Paul’s Church.

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For further information, please contact:

Peggy Walt, Director, CMC Atlantic

Peggy.Walt@cmccanada.org

Halifax: (902) 422-5403, (902) 476-1096 (cell)

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About CMC Atlantic

Established in 1989, the Atlantic Regional Office first opened on the campus of Mount Allison University in Sackville, NB. In 2015, it was relocated in Halifax on the campus of Dalhousie University. CMC Atlantic actively participates in the East Coast Music Awards, collaborating on the presentation of the Classical Nominees Showcase. As well, the office works closely with local music organizations to promote Canadian composers and Canadian music.

 

About Debut Atlantic

Bringing Canada’s exceptional classical music artists to Atlantic Canadian communities since 1979, Debut Atlantic is one of this country’s most dynamic classical music touring organizations. Debut Atlantic continues to create and develop programs and initiatives that contribute to Atlantic Canada’s cultural environment and is deeply committed to educational and community engagement as well as artist development. The list of artists waiting to be added to the touring roster and the calibre of our alumni is a testament to our success.

 

2024 Classical Nominees:

 

Choral Recording of the Year

Choeur Louisbourg – L’appel

Halifax Gay Men’s Chorus – Winter Awakening

Luminos Ensemble – In the Crystalline Vault of Heaven

Nova Voce – Painter of Wintertime

Polaris – Truly Home

 

Classical composer of the Year

Adam Vincent Clarke – Prélude

Andrew Staniland – Blackwood Sketches

Edward Enman – Insights

Jason Noble – Folk Suite

Monica Pearce – Etiquette

 

Classical Recording of the Year

Bill Brennan – Kaleidoscope – Music for Mallet Instruments

Kate Read – After

Ofra Harnoy & Mike Herriott – Portrait

Tutta Musica – Ovation

VC2 Cello Duo – I and Thou