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SUMMARY:BU Symphonic Band in Concert at WMCA
DESCRIPTION:Brandon University Symphonic Band\, under the direction of Dr. Wendy Zander\, performs alongside guests for an evening of new and old favourites! \nGuests include: \n\nVincent Massey Senior Band (Meghan Graham & Mitchell Wedgewood);\nDauphin Senior Concert Band (Andrew Coombs);\nHigh school students from across western Manitoba.\n\nFor more details and ticket information\, visit the WMCA link at: https://www.wmca.ca/events/bu-symphonic-2025
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/bu-symphonic-band-in-concert-at-wmca/
LOCATION:Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium\, 205 20th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7B 1L6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Brandon University,School of Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20251122T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20251122T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T174156
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SUMMARY:Canada Music Week Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Brandon and Westman Registered Music Teachers’ Association proudly presents the annual Canada Music Week Concert\, celebrating the creativity and talent of Canadian composers. This event showcases the diversity and richness of Canadian music and encourages students to explore and perform works by Canadian composers. \nLocation: R.D. Bell Hall\, Rm. 1-57\, School of music \nAdmission: By donation. \n2025 CMW – Brandon Westman (2) \nAll students are warmly invited to register and participate in this celebration of Canadian music. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n========================================================================= \n 
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/canada-music-week-concert/
LOCATION:QEII Music Building\, 270-18th Street\, Brandon\, Manitoba\, R7A 6A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Brandon University,School of Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20251122T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20251122T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T174156
CREATED:20251112T145003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T145032Z
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SUMMARY:Amy Brown\, violin
DESCRIPTION:Graduate Student Recital. \nNo admission charge. All are welcome!
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/amy-brown-violin/
LOCATION:Lorne Watson Recital Hall\, QEII Music Building\, Room 1-60\, 270 18th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:School of Music,Student Recital
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20251124T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20251124T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T174156
CREATED:20251007T141751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T220307Z
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SUMMARY:Trio Improbable!
DESCRIPTION:A concert of music for the improbable combination of clarinet\, horn and piano featuring: \nColin Mehmel\, clarinet \nCallie Siverson\, horn \nDanielle Guina\, piano \nNo admission charge. All are welcome!
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/trio-improbable/
LOCATION:Lorne Watson Recital Hall\, QEII Music Building\, Room 1-60\, 270 18th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Brandon University,School of Music
GEO:49.845978;-99.96417
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20251125T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20251125T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T174156
CREATED:20250819T163720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T220336Z
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SUMMARY:PRO SERIES: Linda Ruan\, piano
DESCRIPTION:For more details\, please visit: https://www.e-gre.ca/tour \nTickets available at the door:  Adults $20; Brandon University and Conservatory of Music students attend at no charge. \nWinner of the 2025 Eckhardt-Gramatté National Music Competition\, Chinese-Canadian pianist Linda Ruan is passionate about sharing the potential of music to overcome boundaries  across cultures. Since being introduced to the drums at age four and then the piano at age seven\, music has remained a stabilizing force in her diverse childhood from Tokyo\, Shanghai\, to Vancouver. Her unconventional path from a young age broadened her horizons and cultivated a fascination for diverse cultures. Her curiosity guided her beyond her solo piano studies\, expanding to music pedagogy\, community engagement and a wide range of chamber music projects. \nLinda is a top prize winner in competitions including the Lancaster International Piano Competition\, the Shean Piano and Strings Competition\, and the Seattle International Piano Competition. She has performed in venues worldwide\, from Carnegie’s Weill Hall and Lincoln Center’s Rose Studio to a recital tour in China spanning Guangzhou to Shanghai. Her piano duo La Fiammata is the second-prize winner of the ARD International Music Competition 2021 and embarked on a Pan-Canadian Tour during the 2024-2025 season\, a collaborative project between Atlantic Debut\, Jeunesses Musicales Canada and Prairie Debut. \nLinda received her Bachelor of Music with Honours and Master of Music degrees from The Glenn Gould School\, The Juilliard School\, and the Tianjin Juilliard School\, respectively. Her past teachers include James Anagnoson\, Hung-Kuan Chen\, Corey Hamm\, Xiao Li\, Li Wang\, and Xiaohan Wang. Currently\, she is studying at the UBC School of Music with Dr. Corey Hamm.
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/egre-2025-winner-linda-ruan-piano/
LOCATION:Lorne Watson Recital Hall\, QEII Music Building\, Room 1-60\, 270 18th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Brandon University,Pro Series,School of Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20251127T193000
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CREATED:20251121T213258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T215244Z
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SUMMARY:BU Big Band and Eklektikos
DESCRIPTION:Come hear Eklektikos and the BU Big Band in their end-of-term performance! \nLOCATION: Kinsmen Hall\, Rm. 1-20\, School of Music \nAll are welcome! No admission charge.
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/bu-big-band-and-eklektikos/
LOCATION:School of Music\, Brandon\, MB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Brandon University,School of Music
GEO:49.845975;-99.964156
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20251129T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20251129T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T174156
CREATED:20250919T164812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T215302Z
UID:10000894-1764444600-1764444600@events.brandonu.ca
SUMMARY:BU Orchestra & Chorale in Performance
DESCRIPTION:The BU Orchestra under the direction of Dr. Leanne Zacharias & BU Chorale under the direction of Dr. Andree Dagenais will celebrate the 90th Birthday Jubliee Year of Arvo Part. \nTickets available at the door only. \nAdults: $15 \n13-18 years of age: $5 \nNo charge for BU students and Conservatory of Music students
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/bu-orchestra-chorale-in-performance/
LOCATION:Knox United Church\, 451 18th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 5A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Brandon University,School of Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20251201T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20251201T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T174156
CREATED:20251112T195859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T215359Z
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SUMMARY:Brass Ensemble Concert
DESCRIPTION:Under the direction of Dr. Edward Bach\, the Brandon University Brass Ensemble will be performing a Christmas Concert. In addition to many seasonal favorites from around the world the ensemble will also play one movement from an exceptional brass work composed by Philipp Lauter\, an MM Composition student at Brandon University. Other highlights will include a number of jazz arrangements by Lennie Niehaus\, a setting of Dan Forrest’s Cradle Carol as well as a rousing version of Schumann’s Knecht Ruprecht. \nNo admission charge. All are welcome!
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/brass-ensemble-concert/
LOCATION:Lorne Watson Recital Hall\, QEII Music Building\, Room 1-60\, 270 18th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Brandon University,School of Music
GEO:49.845978;-99.96417
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20251202T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20251202T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T174156
CREATED:20251112T200231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T200242Z
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SUMMARY:Brass Ensemble Concert in Neepawa
DESCRIPTION:Please join our BU Brass Ensemble for an evening of holiday music in Neepawa under the direction of Dr. Edward Bach. \nLOCATION: Neepawa TBD \nCONCERT START: TBD \nNo admission charge. All are welcome!
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/brass-ensemble-concert-in-neepawa/
LOCATION:Brandon University\, 270 18th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:School of Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20251203T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20251203T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T174156
CREATED:20250919T164547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T215438Z
UID:10000893-1764790200-1764790200@events.brandonu.ca
SUMMARY:BU Concert Choir & Chorale in Performance
DESCRIPTION:The BU Concert Choir and BU Chorale conclude their fall term with a choral concert of great variety – music by J.S. Bach\, Indonesian composer Ken Steven\, Elaine Hagenberg\, Jussi Chydenius\, Arvo Part\, Rachmaninoff\, and Canadian composers Andrew Balfour\, Sherryl Sewepagaham\, Katerina Gimon\, and Emile Deedes – Vinck. The ensembles will perform separate repertoire and also combine vocal forces in a couple selections. This wonderful concert will also feature a guest performance by BU Lower Voices Ensemble: Invicta. \nTickets are available at the door only: \nAdults $15 \n13-18 years of Age: $5 \nNo admission charge for BU students or Conservatory of Music students \n 
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/bu-concert-choir-chorale-in-performance/
LOCATION:Knox United Church\, 451 18th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 5A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Brandon University,School of Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20251204T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20251204T163000
DTSTAMP:20260429T174156
CREATED:20251104T155054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T215502Z
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SUMMARY:BU's Piano Ensemble Fall Term Finale
DESCRIPTION:All are warmly invited to BU’s Piano Ensemble Fall Term Finale under the direction of Prof. Daniel Tselyakov. Join our talented piano ensemble students* as they present a dynamic program of works ranging from piano four-hands to two-piano\, eight-hands repertoire. The concert features rarely heard gems such as an arrangement of Vivaldi’s Concerto for Two Violins in A minor performed by Jonathan Fetsch & Darina Lavrukhina\, and Luo Maishuo’s\, The Twelve Beauties of Prince Yong performed by Sunqiaoyi Zhang & Junxin Ye. The program also includes beloved piano-ensemble classics\, including Fauré’s Dolly Suite performed by Bella White\, Hannah Friesen\, Annika Wiebe\, & Ryland Stamler; alongside several other delightful works celebrating the richness of the piano ensemble repertoire. \n*Piano Ensemble Students: \nJonathan Fetsch \nHannah Friesen \nDarina Lavrukhina \nRyland Stamler \nBella White \nAnnika Wiebe \nJunxin Ye \nSun Qiaoyi Zhang \n  \nAll are welcome! No admission charge.
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/bus-piano-ensemble-fall-term-finale/
LOCATION:Lorne Watson Recital Hall\, QEII Music Building\, Room 1-60\, 270 18th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Brandon University,School of Music
GEO:49.845978;-99.96417
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20251211T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20251211T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T174156
CREATED:20250910T213026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T213118Z
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SUMMARY:Chamber Music Class Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Chamber Music class will perform works by Darius Milhaud\, Waldemar von Baussnern\, Ilya Mishchenkov\, W. A. Mozart\, and Clara Schumann under the direction of Professors Kerry DuWors\, Nancy Hennen\, and Megumi Masaki. \nfeaturing \npianists Darina Lavrukhina and Sunqiayo Zhang \nclarinetist Jesse Barr \nviolinists Chufan Wang and Lee Martel. \nAll are welcome! No admission charge.
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/chamber-music-class-concert/
LOCATION:Lorne Watson Recital Hall\, QEII Music Building\, Room 1-60\, 270 18th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:School of Music
GEO:49.845978;-99.96417
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260107
DTSTAMP:20260429T174156
CREATED:20251219T212114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T213646Z
UID:10000958-1767657600-1767743999@events.brandonu.ca
SUMMARY:First Day of Classes\, most programs
DESCRIPTION:Classes begin for most Winter courses (except Education: BEd (AD); BEd (IP) Yr 5; BMus/BEd Yr 5). Classes resume for full-year (both-term) courses. \nTuition deadline: Winter fees payable in full.
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/first-day-of-classes-most-programs-winter-2026/
LOCATION:Brandon University\, 270 18th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Brandon University,Faculty of Arts,Faculty of Education,Faculty of Health Studies,Faculty of Science,Graduate Studies,Important Dates,Orientation,School of Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260113T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260113T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T174156
CREATED:20250922T144203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T215609Z
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SUMMARY:Jana Starling\, clarinet & Allison Wiebe\, piano
DESCRIPTION:Join B.U. alumni Jana Starling (clarinet) \n \nand Allison Wiebe (piano) \n \nfor a pro series concert evening of contemporary and evocative works for clarinet and piano. The recital will showcase hidden gems by Canadian composers\, including Juno Award-winning composer and fellow B.U. alumna Jocelyn Morlock\, as well as the unorthodox and imaginative Albertan composer Ian Crutchley. Starling and Wiebe will also present the powerful and captivating Bright Angel by American composer Roshanne Etezady. \nAdmission at the door: \nAdults $20 \nBU Students and Conservatory of Music Students attend at no additional charge
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/jana-starling-clarinet-allison-wiebe-piano/
LOCATION:Lorne Watson Recital Hall\, QEII Music Building\, Room 1-60\, 270 18th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Brandon University,Pro Series,School of Music
GEO:49.845978;-99.96417
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260121
DTSTAMP:20260429T174156
CREATED:20251222T153016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T153016Z
UID:10000963-1768867200-1768953599@events.brandonu.ca
SUMMARY:Add/drop deadline (Winter courses)
DESCRIPTION:Add/drop deadline: Winter courses (except Education: BEd (AD); BEd (IP) Yr 5; BMus/BEd Yr 5).
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/add-drop-deadline-winter-courses/
LOCATION:Brandon University\, 270 18th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Brandon University,Faculty of Arts,Faculty of Education,Faculty of Health Studies,Faculty of Science,Graduate Studies,Important Dates,School of Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260121
DTSTAMP:20260429T174156
CREATED:20251222T153210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T153210Z
UID:10000964-1768867200-1768953599@events.brandonu.ca
SUMMARY:Refund deadline (100%) - Winter courses
DESCRIPTION:Refund deadline (100%): Winter courses (except Education: BEd (AD); BEd (IP) Yr 5; BMus/BEd Yr 5).
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/refund-deadline-100-winter-courses/
LOCATION:Brandon University\, 270 18th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Brandon University,Faculty of Arts,Faculty of Education,Faculty of Health Studies,Faculty of Science,Graduate Studies,Important Dates,School of Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260126T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260126T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T174156
CREATED:20251121T204644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T225240Z
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SUMMARY:BU New Music Festival 2026 LISTEN NOW
DESCRIPTION:BU New Music Festival (BUNMF) LISTEN NOW\nConcert 1 January 26\, 2026 @ 7:30 PM LWRH\nConcert 2 January 27\, 2026 @ 7:30 PM LWRH \nBUNME performs world premieres of works by BU’s Jesse Barr\, Corbin A.\nBrown\, Veronica Casigay\, Porter Dunn\, Victor Hourie\, Trina Nestibo\,\nDianna Neufeld\, Qianna Zhen and Annika Wiebe. Also featuring works by\nJordon Nobles\, György Kurtág and Luis Ramirez \nBUNME\nJesse Barr\, Bb and bass clarinet\, looping clarinet-electronics\, composer\nKate Bell\, Bb and Eb clarinet\nVeronica Casigay\, french horn\, piano\, keyboard\, composer\nVictor Hourie\, tuba\, composer\nTrina Nestibo\, guitar\, voice\, percussion\, composer\nRaven McKenzie\, piano\, electronics\, composer\nBennett Radcliffe\, voice\nAnnika Wiebe\, piano\, keyboard\, composer\nBUNME Director Megumi Masaki\, Dianna Neufeld (acting) \nComposers under the mentorship of composer Dr. Jason Young\nCorbin Brown\nQianna Zhen\nPorter Dunn\nDianna Neufeld\nTrina Nestibo \nNo admission fee. All are welcome! \n 
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/bu-new-music-festival-2026-migration-displacement-and-belonging-concert-1/
LOCATION:Lorne Watson Recital Hall\, QEII Music Building\, Room 1-60\, 270 18th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Brandon University,Pro Series,School of Music
GEO:49.845978;-99.96417
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260127T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260127T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T174156
CREATED:20251121T204939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T225346Z
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SUMMARY:BU New Music Festival 2026 LISTEN NOW
DESCRIPTION:BU New Music Festival (BUNMF) LISTEN NOW\nConcert 1 January 26\, 2026 @ 7:30 PM LWRH\nConcert 2 January 27\, 2026 @ 7:30 PM LWRH \nBUNME performs world premieres of works by BU’s Jesse Barr\, Corbin A.\nBrown\, Veronica Casigay\, Porter Dunn\, Victor Hourie\, Trina Nestibo\,\nDianna Neufeld\, Qianna Zhen and Annika Wiebe. Also featuring works by\nJordon Nobles\, György Kurtág and Luis Ramirez \nBUNME\nJesse Barr\, Bb and bass clarinet\, looping clarinet-electronics\, composer\nKate Bell\, Bb and Eb clarinet\nVeronica Casigay\, french horn\, piano\, keyboard\, composer\nVictor Hourie\, tuba\, composer\nTrina Nestibo\, guitar\, voice\, percussion\, composer\nRaven McKenzie\, piano\, electronics\, composer\nBennett Radcliffe\, voice\nAnnika Wiebe\, piano\, keyboard\, composer\nBUNME Director Megumi Masaki\, Dianna Neufeld (acting) \nComposers under the mentorship of composer Dr. Jason Young\nCorbin Brown\nQianna Zhen\nPorter Dunn\nDianna Neufeld\nTrina Nestibo \nNo admission fee. All are welcome!
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/bu-new-music-festival-2026-migration-displacement-and-belonging-concert-2/
LOCATION:Lorne Watson Recital Hall\, QEII Music Building\, Room 1-60\, 270 18th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Brandon University,Pro Series,School of Music
GEO:49.845978;-99.96417
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260130T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260130T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T174156
CREATED:20260108T214950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T222459Z
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SUMMARY:BU Big Band and Eklektikos Dance
DESCRIPTION:The BU Big Band and Eklektikos present an evening of dance music from the swing era all the way to modern pop hits. \nTickets are $5 and available at the door.
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/bu-big-band-and-eklektikos-dance/
LOCATION:Bailey’s Cafe\, Knowles-Douglas Building\, 270 18th Street\, Brandon\, Manitoba\, R7A 6A9
CATEGORIES:Brandon University,School of Music
GEO:49.844614;-99.962769
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bailey’s Cafe Knowles-Douglas Building 270 18th Street Brandon Manitoba R7A 6A9;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=270 18th Street:geo:-99.962769,49.844614
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260201T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260201T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T174156
CREATED:20260108T173345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T222634Z
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED: Clear Lake Chamber Music Festival\, Concert 3
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS CONCERT HAS BEEN POSTPONED\n\nClear Lake Chamber Music Festival – Official Announcement \n\n\nThe Clear Lake Chamber Music Festival announces that the concert originally scheduled for Sunday\, February 1\, 2026\, has been postponed. This decision was made due to an unexpected circumstance that can occur with any performing artist\, and reflects the Festival’s commitment to maintaining the highest artistic and professional standards. \n\n\nAll previously purchased tickets will remain valid for the rescheduled performance. Patrons are encouraged to retain their tickets\, and details of the new date will be announced as soon as possible. \n\n\nThe Festival continues to celebrate the legacy of Maurice Ravel with innovative arrangements and performances\, featuring exceptional guest artists. Audiences can look forward to experiencing rarely heard works in a unique and engaging format when the concert is rescheduled. \n\n\nThe Clear Lake Chamber Music Festival thanks its audiences for their understanding and support\, and looks forward to presenting this highly anticipated event at the level of excellence the Festival is known for. \n\n  \n—– \nClear Lake Chamber Music Festival\nCelebrating the Legacy of Maurice Ravel \nThe Clear Lake Chamber Music Festival continues its tribute to Ravel with a unique evening that reimagines some of the composer’s most iconic works. Join us on Sunday\, February 1\, 2026\, at 7:30 pm\, in the Lorne Watson Recital Hall\, QEII Music Building\, Room 1-60\, Brandon University. \nAudiences will enjoy rarely-heard arrangements that bring fresh perspectives to Ravel’s genius: \n\nShéhérazade\, arranged for voice\, flute\, and piano — rich in exotic colors and storytelling\, featuring Sharon Rogers\, BU alumna making her festival debut\, and Nancy Hennen\, acclaimed flutist known for her expressive artistry.\nBoléro\, reimagined for two pianos — Ravel’s ever-popular rhythmic masterpiece\, familiar to many\, now presented in a powerful\, intimate\, and thrilling two-piano arrangement\, offering a completely new way to experience its hypnotic drive.\nConcerto for the Left Hand in D Major\, arranged for two pianos — originally composed for Paul Wittgenstein\, who lost the use of his right arm during World War I. Ravel’s ingenious writing transforms it into a rich\, virtuosic\, and unforgettable experience playable entirely with the left hand.\n\nPerformers: \n\nSharon Rogers\, soprano — gifted singer and pianist\, BU alumna making her festival debut\nNancy Hennen\, flute — acclaimed flutist and educator\, formerly principal of Symphony Hamilton\nAlexander Tselyakov\, piano — Artistic Director\, renowned for his vision and artistry\nDaniel Tselyakov\, piano — Artistic Director\, bringing energy  and depth to every performance and to the festival’s innovative programming\n\nThis concert promises brilliance\, creativity\, and exceptional performances\, highlighting Ravel’s timeless music in fresh and unforgettable arrangements. \nTickets and Information:\nTickets may be purchased in person at the School of Music office or by contacting: \n\nBrandon University School of Music: (204) 727-9631\, email: burba@brandonu.ca\nClear Lake Chamber Music Festival: (204) 573-2423\, email: tselyakov@hotmail.com\n\nPayment may be made by Visa\, Mastercard\, or Cheque.\nMail cheques\, payable to Clear Lake Chamber Music Festival\, with details of the concert order to:\nClear Lake Chamber Music Festival\nSchool of Music\, Brandon University\n270–18th Street\, Brandon\, Manitoba\, R7A 6A9 \nScan the QR code to reserve your tickets online! \nOr visit: https://forms.gle/HAPHuScqEPcKRHFg8
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/clear-lake-chamber-music-festival-concert-3/
LOCATION:Lorne Watson Recital Hall\, QEII Music Building\, Room 1-60\, 270 18th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Brandon University,Clear Lake Music Fest,School of Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260202T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260206T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T174156
CREATED:20260128T222837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T223353Z
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SUMMARY:Gospel Music Week: More than a Song
DESCRIPTION:The BU School of Music presents More than A Song\, a Gospel Music residency featuring Montréal-born singer\, choral conductor\, educator\, researcher and CBC Radio host Frédéricka Petit-Homme and collaborators Myrtle Thomas and Alexandre Paquette. The week will culminate in a musical celebration and final gathering led by our guests and featuring the BU Concert Choir\, Chorale and small jazz ensembles. \nSCHEDULE OF OPEN EVENTS \nMonday\, February 2 \n9:30-10:30AM Opening Session\, Kinsmen 1-20 \n5:15-7:15PM Masterclass/Rehearsal\, Kinsmen 1-20 \nTuesday\, February 3rd \n12:40-1:30PM Out of Bounds Lecture: Looking Back In Order to Move Forward: African American Sacred Music as a Pathway to Resistance\, Resilience\, and Renewal\, 1-57 \n2:00-3:30PM Masterclass/Rehearsal\, Kinsmen 1-20 \n7:00-8:15PM Conservatory Choir Workshop\, 1-57 \nWednesday\, February 4th \n5:15-7:15PM Masterclass/Rehearsal\, Kinsmen 1-20 \nFriday\, February 6th \n10:00-11:00AM Coffee Meet & Greet\, Faculty Lounge \n7:30PM Musical Celebration & Gathering\, Kinsmen 1-20; $10 tickets at door\, free for BU students \nMusical Celebration and Final Gathering \nFriday\, February 6th @ 7:30PM\, Kinsmen Rehearsal Hall\, Queen Elizabeth Music Building \nTickets: \nAvailable at the door for $10\, free for BU students. \nAdditional info: \nKinsmen Rehearsal Hall (Room 1-20) is located inside the Brandon University School of Music (Queen Elizabeth Music Building)\, with access from 19th street between Princess and Lorne. The space is wheelchair accessible through the main (South) doors to the School of Music\, and the North door to the hall. \n———————- \nFrédéricka Petit-Homme is a Montreal-born singer\, choral conductor\, educator\, and researcher whose work brings together performance\, pedagogy\, and community engagement. She has taught at McGill University’s Schulich School of Music since 2005 and is a PhD candidate in music education focused on gospel choir practice in higher education\, with attention to transformational leadership and the enactment of Black Dignity through collective music-making. \nHer research and teaching inform her approach to building meaningful connections between academic institutions and the communities they serve. She is the founder and artistic director of Ensemble Nigra Sumand the creator of More than a Song\, a gospel music workshop series that invites students\, educators\, and community members into shared musical practice through listening\, singing\, and reflection. \nIn recent years\, Petit-Homme shared her work through an interactive Research Alive lecture at McGill University\, an invited More than a Song workshop at the 4th International Possibility Studies Conference hosted at the University of Cambridge\, and a co-authored paper selected for presentation at the 2024 Social Impact Music Making Symposium in Copenhagen\, Denmark. \nBeyond her academic and community-based work\, she hosts Choral Concert\, a weekly national radio program on CBC Music and CBC Listen\, where she highlights choral music from across the Americas and Europe. Drawing on her experience as a first-generation Canadian\, her work reflects a practice of artistic citizenship grounded in collaboration\, and care. \nMyrtle Thomas is a Montreal-born vocalist\, multi-instrumentalist\, and educator whose work spans performance\, coaching\, and music pedagogy. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts and a Graduate Diploma in Advanced Music Performance Studies in classical flute from Concordia University and a Master of Music in Jazz Performance from McGill University’s Schulich School of Music. Her musical development has been shaped by mentorship in both vocal and instrumental traditions\, including study with vocalist Ranee Lee\, American composer\, vocalist\, and multi-instrumentalist Camille Thurman\, and composer/arrangers Joe Sullivan\, John Hollenbeck\, and Christine Jensen. \nGrounded in classical and jazz traditions and informed by deep roots in gospel music\, Thomas approaches music education as a practice of translation across styles\, communities\, and ways of learning. Her interest in accessible and community-oriented pedagogy has led to collaborations with learner-centered initiatives and to the commissioning and publication of her first article\, How to Improve Singing: The Ultimate Beginners’ Guide\, by Musiprof\, a modern music school serving learners across Canada. Working with students\, she explores learning through listening and imitation\, stylistic translation\, and the body as a rhythmic engine. Her work emphasizes curiosity\, adaptability\, and the development of an integrated musical voice across traditions. \nAlexandre Paquette is a Montreal-based bassist\, musical director\, arranger\, and educator whose work spans performance\, production\, and collaborative music-making. Over the past three decades\, he has built a wide-ranging career as a bassist on television productions\, in recording studios\, and on international tours. His performance and musical direction credits include work with artists such as Corneille\, Lara Fabian\, Oliver Jones\, and Claude Dubois\, as well as leading gospel ensembles including the Montreal Jubilation Gospel Choir\, Jireh Gospel Choir\, and the Montreal Gospel Choir. \nAlongside his performance work\, Paquette maintains an active practice as an arranger and producer. His projects span more than 50 album releases across diverse musical genres\, reflecting a sustained engagement with collaborative production and music-making across a range of performance contexts. \nGrounded in the gospel tradition\, Paquette’s work is shaped by a commitment to collective music-making and artist development. His leadership and collaborative approach have led to longstanding roles as a musical director within Montreal’s gospel community\, including his current position as musical director at Église Nouvelle Vie\, the largest French-speaking church in Canada. In December 2025\, he led a team of 60 performers\, and production staff for La Symphonie de Noël\, a sold-out Christmas production presented to a 7\,000-seat audience. \n 
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/gospel-music-week-more-than-a-song/
LOCATION:School of Music\, Brandon\, MB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Brandon University,School of Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260203T124000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260203T124000
DTSTAMP:20260429T174156
CREATED:20260123T214817Z
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SUMMARY:OUT OF BOUNDS LECTURE: "Looking Back in Order to Move Forward: African American Sacred Music is a Pathway to Resistance\, Resilience\, and Renewal"
DESCRIPTION:We are very excited to host Frédéricka Petit-Homme and collaborators Myrtle Thomas and Alexandre Paquette in the School of Music\,” said Professor Marika Galea. “As the host of CBC’s Choral Concert\, a versatile performer\, educator and researcher\, the scope of Frédéricka’s work is unique and captivating. Dr. Andrée Dagenais and I have been working on cultivating this hands-on learning opportunity for our students for quite some time. I am looking to Tuesday afternoon’s Out of Bounds research presentation on African American Sacred Music in particular\, which will hold special significance for us in the jazz and contemporary popular music area.” \nNo admission charge. All are welcome!
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/out-of-bounds-lecture-looking-back-in-order-to-move-forward-african-american-sacred-music-is-a-pathway-to-resistance-resilience-and-renewal/
LOCATION:R.D. Bell Hall\, QEII Music Building\, Room 1-57\, 270-18th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Brandon University,School of Music
GEO:49.845931;-99.964108
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260206T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260206T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T174156
CREATED:20260123T195930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T223549Z
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SUMMARY:Gospel Music Week: "More Than a Song" Musical Celebration and Final Gathering
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nThis final gathering is the culmination of the 2026 “More Than A Song” Gospel Music Week featuring Frédéricka Petit-Homme and collaborators Myrtle Thomas and Alexandre Paquette\, curated by Marika Galea and Dr. Andrée Dagenais. This celebration will feature the BU choir\, chorale and small jazz ensembles in a collaborative musical performance. \nTickets are $10\, available at the door.  BU students attend at no charge. \n 
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/gospel-music-week-more-than-a-song-musical-celebration-and-final-gathering/
LOCATION:Kinsmen Rehearsal Hall\, QEII Music Building\, Room 1-20\, 270-18th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Brandon University,School of Music
GEO:49.845352;-99.962159
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260207T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260207T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T174156
CREATED:20251030T200935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T222558Z
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SUMMARY:Theresa Thor and the Sun Dog Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:Brandon Chamber Players presents The SunDog Ensemble with a rotating cast of musical creators exploring sound across genres\, beamed into existence by Canadian pianist and songwriter Theresa Thordarson. While members refract and shift\, the SunDogs’ curious and playful approach to music-making remains constant\, along with a commitment to creating new music and shedding light on music rarely experienced. \nThe current lineup features: \nTheresa Thordarson\, keyboards and vocals \nJohn Himes\, multi-disciplinary guitarist \nChristopher Byman\, acclaimed composer and clarinetist \nDr. Catherine Wood\, clarinet \nMarika Galea\, bass \nand jazz-adjacent guitarist and creator\, Ava Glendinning \nFor more information\, including tickets\, please visit the Brandon Chamber Players website at: https://brandonchamberplayers.ca/
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/bcp-concert-theresa-thor-and-the-sun-dog-ensemble/
LOCATION:Lorne Watson Recital Hall\, QEII Music Building\, Room 1-60\, 270 18th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Brandon University,School of Music
GEO:49.845978;-99.96417
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260221
DTSTAMP:20260429T174156
CREATED:20251222T155250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T155250Z
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SUMMARY:Winter study break
DESCRIPTION:Winter study break runs from Tuesday\, Feb. 17 through Friday\, Feb. 20 The university is open\, and office support is available regular business hours. However\, no classes are scheduled except for Education: BEd (AD); BEd (IP) Yr 5; Bmus/BEd Yr 5. Regular classes will resume on Monday\, Feb. 23.
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/winter-study-break-2026/
LOCATION:Brandon University\, 270 18th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Brandon University,Faculty of Arts,Faculty of Education,Faculty of Health Studies,Faculty of Science,Graduate Studies,Important Dates,School of Music
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260224
DTSTAMP:20260429T174156
CREATED:20251222T155909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T222931Z
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SUMMARY:Voluntary Withdrawal (VW) Deadline - Full-year (both-term) Courses
DESCRIPTION:Voluntary Withdrawal (VW) deadline: full-year (both-term) courses.
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/voluntary-withdrawal-vw-deadline-full-year-both-term-courses/
LOCATION:Brandon University\, 270 18th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Faculty of Arts,Faculty of Education,Faculty of Health Studies,Faculty of Science,Graduate Studies,Important Dates,School of Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260226T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260226T190000
DTSTAMP:20260429T174156
CREATED:20260218T172506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T222708Z
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SUMMARY:OUT OF BOUNDS LECTURE: The Evolution of Female Indigenous Representation in Canadian Opera from 1879 to Present
DESCRIPTION:  Camryn Dewar with Anica Warkentine \nFulbright Scholar Camryn Dewar’s lecture recital\, titled “The Evolution of Female Indigenous Representation in Canadian Opera from 1879 to Present” is a bold initiative dedicated to reshaping the Canadian opera landscape by centering and amplifying Indigenous voices. \nThrough an innovative lecture-recital and public discussion/Q&A\, the presentation uses opera as a vehicle for truth\, reconciliation\, and education. Through analysis and performances of excerpts from Canadian operas Canada’s Welcome (1879) by Arthur Clappé and Frederick Dixon\, Missing (2017) by Marie Clements and Brian Current\, and Indians on Vacation (2021) by Ian Cusson and Royce Vavrek\, Camryn will illustrate in detail how the heritage of creative teams and the creative inspiration of Indigenous operas impacts Indigenous female representation for the better. \nThe performance will incorporate live operatic performances with piano accompaniment that exemplify the evolution of female Indigenous operatic characters through the ages\, as well as a visual presentation with lyrics and background historical information. Over the course of an hour recital\, by showcasing the positive evolution of Indigenous representation in classical music from the 19th century to today\, the presentation discusses authentic storytelling\, challenges stereotypes\, and inspires new standards and best practices for artistic collaboration and cultural respect. Topics covered include: historical context of the operas\, creator and cast backgrounds\, Indigenous languages\, source material\, creative collaboration\, performance practice\, the shift from fetishization of Indigenous women to fair and authentic representation\, the impact of these works on both Indigenous artists and audiences\, and best practices in representation moving forward. \nCamryn toured this presentation in a successful and highly-acclaimed 3-date tour across the state of New Jersey in early 2025. Through this lecture recital\, Camryn will show in more detail how this evolution in Canadian opera seeks to empower\, rather than silence\, Indigenous people of past\, present and future. This lecture recital aims not only to educate audiences\, contributing to a more comprehensive understanding of Indigenous culture and music\, but also to spread awareness of the wealth of incredible Indigenous opera that exists but is rarely performed. \nThis lecture recital is not just a performance — it is a catalyst for change. Bringing this lecture recital to Canadian audiences means not only deeply educating\, but also challenging long-standing traditions of racism in opera\, and demonstrating the transformative power of authentic\, Indigenous-led storytelling. This work directly addresses the urgent need for truthful representation in the arts\, ensuring that Indigenous performers are not only seen and heard\, but are shown that diverse stories belong on every stage\, and that opera can be a space for genuine cultural dialogue and healing. This knowledge is essential\, not only to ensure authentic roles and works for diverse performers\, but to inspire and empower others to follow in the footsteps of creating music with authentic representation going forward. \n“The first time I sang an Indigenous opera\, I felt my entire soul pouring out of my body. I could feel my ancestors behind me as I figuratively cried out for justice\, truth\, and understanding. It is a feeling I will never forget. That experience showed me that my true purpose is serving as an educator about Indigenous peoples and music\, and using the power of music to foster understanding and reconciliation. I look forward to audiences hearing operas that are real\, raw\, and that fully show the Indigenous female\, and really\, the human\, experience.”  — Camryn Dewar \nAll are welcome! No admission fee.
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/out-of-bounds-lecture-the-evolution-of-female-indigenous-representation-in-canadian-opera-from-1879-to-present/
LOCATION:Lorne Watson Recital Hall\, QEII Music Building\, Room 1-60\, 270 18th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Brandon University,School of Music
GEO:49.845978;-99.96417
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260228
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTSTAMP:20260429T174156
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T223358Z
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SUMMARY:Clarinet Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the 16th anniversary of the Brandon University Clarinet Festival on February 28th and March 1st\, 2026. This year we are featuring an incredible line-up of guest artists\, including Jonathan Russell\, Alex Whitehead\, and Colin Mehmel. The festival features BU faculty Leanne Zacharias and Callie Siverson and BU alumni Danielle Guina and Lisa Rumpel. Guest conductor Cheryl Ferguson will lead the festival clarinet choir. The BU Clarinet Choir and festival host Cathy Wood will also be performing. \nGreat PD opportunity for musicians of all ages! The festival events include: \n\nWorkshops\, vendors\, and concerts\nFestival Clarinet Choir for all participants (all levels)\nPrize draws!\n\nRegistration Link: ($30 for students/seniors; $50 for adults): https://forms.gle/1T9U4pg8m8fiWbnk7 \nFestival Schedule\nSaturday\, February 28th \n9:15am\nRegistration Opens\, Music Lobby\nVendor Room Opens\, Room 143 \n10:00-10:30am\nWelcome; Coffee and Q&A with Jonathan Russell\nRoom 157 \n10:40-11:30am\nI AM BETTER THAN MOZART (…at playing clarinet): An Empowering Composition Workshop for Clarinetists\nJonathan Russell\nRoom 157 \n11:40-12:40pm\nConducting Workshop: Cheryl Ferguson\nRoom 120 \n12:40-1:40pm\nLunch Break \n1:45-2:15pm\nQ&A with Alex Whitehead\nRoom 157 \n1:40-2:20pm\nGroup Lessons for Clarinet Choir Simplified Parts\nRooms 202\, 004 \n2:30-3:20pm\nImproving Embouchure Through Movement Feldenkrais Workshop: Colin Mehmel\nRoom 120 or 157 \n3:30-4:00pm\nGuest Artist Concert: Alex Whitehead and Lisa Rumpel\nLorne Watson Recital Hall \n4:30-6:00pm\nMass Festival Choir Rehearsal with Cheryl Ferguson\nRoom 120 \n6:00-7:30pm\nDinner Break \n7:30pm\nGuest Artist Concert: Jonathan Russell and Lisa Rumpel\nLorne Watson Recital Hall \nSunday\, March 1st \n9:15am\nRegistration Open\, Music Lobby\nVendor Room Opens\, Room 143 \n9:30-10:45am\nMasterclass with Alex Whitehead\nLorne Watson Recital Hall or 157 \n11:00-12:00pm\nGuest Artist Concert: Trio Improbable\nColin Mehmel\, Callie Siverson\, and Danielle Guina\nLorne Watson Recital Hall \n12:00-1:00pm\nMass Festival Choir Rehearsal with Cheryl Ferguson\nRoom 120 \n1:00-2:00pm\nLunch Break \n2:00-3:00pm\nHost Concert: Cathy Wood and Leanne Zacharias\nLorne Watson Recital Hall \n3:30-5:00pm\nFinal Concert: BU Clarinet Choir and Festival Clarinet Choir\nGroup Photo and Prize Draws\nRoom 120 \nMore information is available in the Google Folder: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1nFi7f5GAXDi5x55tjuhYz3ZQBUyWv6PR?usp=share_link
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/clarinet-festival-2026/
LOCATION:QEII Music Building\, 270-18th Street\, Brandon\, Manitoba\, R7A 6A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Brandon University,School of Music
GEO:49.8459706;-99.9667254
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260306
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260307
DTSTAMP:20260429T174156
CREATED:20251222T171502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T223126Z
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SUMMARY:School of Music Exams (Applied Music for BMus/BEd Yr 4 and Yr 5)
DESCRIPTION:School of Music examinations: Applied Music for BMus/BEd Yr 4 and Yr 5.
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/school-of-music-exams-applied-music-for-bmus-bed-yr-4-and-yr-5/
LOCATION:Brandon University\, 270 18th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Important Dates,School of Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260312
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260313
DTSTAMP:20260429T174156
CREATED:20251204T184925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T223435Z
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SUMMARY:BU Jazz Festival
DESCRIPTION:BU Jazz Festival March 12-14\, 2026.  Please visit this link for details: https://bujazzfest.ca/
URL:https://events.brandonu.ca/event/bu-jazz-festival/
LOCATION:Brandon University\, 270 18th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Brandon University,School of Music
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