One of the best known and highly acclaimed Canadian violinists on the international stage today, Lara St. John is stunning audiences world wide - and she is coming to Sault Ste. Marie! She has soloed with many of the world's great orchestras including Cleveland, Philadelphia, Tokyo & Boston. She will present an exciting concert of solo violin with her pianist, followed by a major concerto with the Algoma Chamber Orchestra. Don't miss this electrifying concert.

Having performed with all of the leading orchestras in Canada, Denise & David are two of the most sought-after and captivating young artists of their generation, having thrilled audiences and critics worldwide with the passion, vigor, and sensitivity of their playing. Their first CD together on Sony Classical in 2002 won an East Coast Music Award for "Best Classical Recording of the Year During the same year, Denise was a featured performer at the Grammy Awards, and their second recording was featured nationally on NPR's "All Things Considered" program.

Considered Canada's finest string quartet, the Penderecki was formed in Poland in 1986. Their recent schedule has included concerts in New York, Amsterdam, St. Petersburg, Paris, Los Angeles, Atlanta, as well as appearances at international festivals in Poland, Lithuania, Italy, Venezuela, and China. They perform awide range of repertoire and have premiered over 100 new works. Their diverse discography includes the chamber music of Brahms and Shostakovich (Eclectra and Marquis labels) and the Bartok cycle soon to be released. They enter their 14th year as Quartet-in- Residence at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo.

"an ensemble of formidable power and keen musical sensitivity" - Fanfare Magazine

Daniel Bolshoy has everything going for him: talent to burn, the face of an angel, a disarming and easy stage presence, as well as having captured the top prizes in eight international guitar competitions. This Moscow born musician from Ottawa was recently profiled in a Bravo TV documentary. Don't miss this opportunity to hear an evening of passionate music- making by one of CBC radios favourite performers.

Pianist Winston Choi has performed in recital and with orchestras across Europe, Asia and North & South America. Appearances include the National Arts Centre, the Glenn Gould Studio and the Kennedy Centre. Choi's fresh approach to standard repertoire and masterful understanding of works of living composers makes him one of today's most dynamic young concert artists. Frequently heard on CBC radio, Choi's recordings have won rave reviews and awards.

1. Our Far Flung Reputation: Toronto’s Andrew Kwan Artist Management calls us “ the best small chamber music series in Canada.” Seven concerts featuring Canada’s most exciting ensembles and soloists. Algoma Conservatory Concerts is the foremost concert series in Sault Ste. Marie.
2. Hold the Jet lag & Save $20,000: You could travel this year to hear Quartetto Gelato in Los Angeles, Romanza in Vancouver, Lara St. John in Honolulu; the Penderecki String Quartet in Mardrid, Daniel Bolshoy in Moscow, Denise Djokic in Mexico City and Winston Choi in New York - let us bring the world to you.
3. Be A Team Player: In our small community we cannot bring artists of this stature depending on single ticket sales alone. Your early subscriptions have made it possible for 15 years. Thank You!
4. Keep $90 in your Pocket: You can choose four, five, six or seven concerts and receive discounts up to $90.
5. No Tears Please: The people who waited to subscribe last year were wringing their hands in despair when three of the concerts were already sold-out. Subscribe Today.
6. Preferred Seating: Receive the best seats at the Theatre Centre for Lara St. John and Romanza.
7. Surprise! Every season has a few surprises. Last season featured complimentary hors d’oeuvres from Romes paired with “Vinnie’s Picks” wines at two concerts. We are busy planning for next season.
8. Two Bonus Concerts - Catch A Rising Star: All subscribers receive complimentary tickets to two excellent student events: Algoma Conservatory Ensemble Concert with chamber orchestra featuring a top student soloist & the Kiwanis Shield Competition - the winner from each division competing for the top award (a $20 value). Hear Sault Ste. Marie’s talented youth.
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