Premium Concert: National Indigenous People’s Day Celebration

National Indigenous Peoples Day is a time to celebrate the rich cultures, traditions, and contributions of Canada’s First Peoples.

Programme :

Benediction – Kevin Deer, Spiritual Leader
Steve Barakatt, National Anthem of Quebec
Barbara Assiginaak, Two Pieces
Ian Cusson, Excerpts from Recital of Angels on poems by Émile Nelligan
Andrew Balfour, Karakett Nitotem
Andrew Balfour, Commission for voice, violin, and piano*
Claude Debussy, Sonata for Violin and Piano in G minor, L. 140
Antonín Dvořák, Serenade for Strings in E major, Op. 22

Buy your Tickets!

20 $

* Students

25 $

** Children

60 $

Regular

75 $

First Chair

* Only available at the door, one hour before the event, with valid student ID and subject to availability.

** Ages 5-12

During the Festival, the PdA box office will close at 3 PM for the evening concert. It is still possible to purchase last-minute tickets at the door of Salle Bourgie or by phone at 514-659-5750 or 514-660-7710.

Artistes :

Kevin Deer, Spiritual Leader
Tara Louise Montour, Violin
Elisabeth St. Gelais, Soprano
Illia Ovcharenko, Louise Pelletier, Piano

This special program showcases acclaimed Indigenous artists, including soprano Élisabeth St-Gelais and violinist Tara-Louise Montour, along with a world premiere commission by composer Andrew Balfour.

The evening concludes with the vibrant, folk-inspired melodies of Dvořák’s Slavonic Dances. A meaningful celebration of Indigenous cultures and musical traditions!

Élisabeth St. Gelais’ appearance is sponsored by Elizabeth Wirth

Artists and programs are subject to change without notice.

Producer/Presenter: Montreal Chamber Music Festival