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Redefining Leadership in Orchestral Music

Developing the Next Generation of Women and Non-Binary ConductorsOur 2022/2023 Season marks an important step for the Calgary Phil in bringing in brilliant guest conductors, with three conductors…

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Calgary Phil Musicians reflect on Calgary Youth Orchestra roots

On Saturday 18 March, the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra and the Calgary Youth Orchestra come together for New World / New Generation — a collaborative side-by-side performance, featuring the world…

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5 Things About Whitney Houston

On 10 + 11 March, bring your friends as we bring down the house at The Best of Whitney — a powerful celebration of the one and only…

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Q + A with Associate Conductor Karl Hirzer

On Friday 3 March, Associate Conductor Karl Hirzer will lead Late Night at The GRAND: Professor Bad Trip — an event unlike anything you’ve ever heard or seen,…

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Full Circle

A Journey from Musical Youth to Mastery By Aurora Sol Founded in 1957, only two years after the creation of the Calgary Philharmonic, the Calgary Youth Orchestra has…

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A Rewarding Investment

Jeremy Clark on the Legacy of Philanthropy By Stephania Romaniuk It’s called a Gordie Howe hat trick: a goal, an assist, and a fight,” recollects Jeremy Clark, a…

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Finding a Voice in Music

by Heather Wootton, Lead Teaching Artist PhilKids, Assistant Principal Horn As long as I have been a professional musician, it has been important for me to find ways…

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A Brief History of Film Music

Get into the heroic spirit with the Orchestra at Heroes of Film on 13 + 14 January, featuring iconic themes from cinema and TV, conducted by John Morris…

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Pairing Music with Food

Five Restaurants to Check Out this Winter By Liz Middleton I love Calgary, and there are so many great dining options in this city. Whether you’re spending time…

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