Explorer Series with Laura Pudwell (6/4/2021) We heard you! "Just Breathe and Go!" is back by popular demand for a second installment. This time, join Artistic Associate Laura Pudwell for an exploration of male singers who produce that thrilling, unencumbered, free-flowing sound. How do they it and why do we… Continue Reading
Duly (Un)Noted Cancelled (6/4/2021) Unfortunately, The Toronto Consort must cancel its production of Duly (un)Noted, which was previously scheduled for release this spring. The extended stay-at-home order and restrictions on indoor concert filming in the Province of Ontario have made the production impossible for us to proceed. We deeply… Continue Reading
Explorer Learning Series Session #4 (5/17/2021) Step aside Papageno! Recorder and flute players were performing the songs of birds long before Mozart's famous character joined the flock. It's no surprise either as these instruments have been composers' favourite fowl-fakers for centuries! Join Artistic Associate Alison Melville for an exploration of… Continue Reading
Explorer Learning Series Session #3 (4/23/2021) The Explorer Learning Series returns April 29th for The Cantrix: Evidence of Women's Voices in the Middle Ages. While we can never have a complete picture of any singing tradition from the Middle Ages, there are vivid pieces of evidence that can help us… Continue Reading
Explorer Learning Series Session #2 (3/17/2021) The Explorer Learning Series returns next week for Heart Like a Wheel: the Hurdy-Gurdy Through Time and Space. In this second installment of our new online learning series, we’ll dive deeper into the ever-popular, yet ever-mysterious hurdy-gurdy. Hosted by Artistic Associate Ben Grossman, participants will… Continue Reading