UPEI music recitals
Series features performers from across Canada
The UPEI Department of Music will present several upcoming recitals featuring performers from across Canada.
On October 5 at 7:30 pm, audience members will enjoy an evening of brass and percussion music as The Canadian Staff Band takes the stage at UPEI’s Performing Arts Centre. Experience the power and beauty of one of Canada’s premier brass ensembles, directed by Bandmaster John Lam. This rare opportunity to hear the artistry of the Canadian Staff Band promises to uplift and inspire.
Renowned concert pianist, composer, conductor, and teacher Peter Allen will present a piano recital on October 24. Known for his captivating interpretations, Allen has performed over a dozen concertos with Symphony Nova Scotia and is frequently heard on CBC national radio. A prolific composer, he has completed numerous commissions for various instrumentations, including concerti, orchestral works, and solo piano compositions. The upcoming recital will feature works by Rachmaninoff, Haydn, Ravel, and his own Bagatelles. The concert will take place on the SDU Stage at Dr. Steel Recital Hall at 7:30 pm.
For more information on the UPEI Department of Music’s upcoming recitals and events, visit upei.ca/music or contact music@upei.ca.