Emerging Composers Experience “Real Humans”
The uOttawa /Chamberfest Composition Workshop held January 23 saw over 70 new music lovers turn out to hear world premieres of 6 new string quartets by our student composers. Listeners were treated to a world-class performance by Jessica Linnebach & Emily Kruspe...
Profile: Wallis Giunta
By Julianna Kerr Chamberfest audiences are in for a treat as mezzo soprano superstar Wallis Giunta joins us for her last recital before she takes some time off. The Ottawa native, who currently lives in Vienna, is expecting her second child on Halloween and will begin...
Profile: Carlo Verdiccio
After more than 20 years, Carlo Verdicchio’s favourite thing about his work is still the variety of tasks required behind the scenes to make a performance successful.
As Operations Manager for Chamberfest, Carlo’s role in production coordination includes a wide-ranging collection of different jobs, from setting the stage to creating a performance space where none existed before.
Violin Virtuosi: 6 violin stars to watch for at Chamberfest
The violin features prominently in chamber music and throughout Chamberfest, but here are six violin-centric performances you may want to watch for. James Ehnes & NACO Thursday, July 20, 19:00 Grammy Award-winning violinist and long-time Chamberfriend James Ehnes...
Strong Female Lead: 8 Women to watch for at Chamberfest
We're stealing a riff from Netflix to describe the incredible array of solo artists and women-led ensembles coming to Chamberfest this summer. We proudly celebrate the strength and virtuosity of projects led by women for Chamberfest 2023. Sarah Slean & Ironwood...
Chamberfest 50/50 is online this year
Ottawa Chamberfest is excited to announce an online 50/50 fundraiser - grab your tickets now! Final amounts will depend on the number of entrants. Ottawa Chamberfest has partnered with Rafflebox, a Canadian company that helps charities manage their raffles, for a...
Partner Story: Erin Parkes of Lotus Centre
Chamberfest spoke with Erin Parkes, the founder of Lotus Centre for Special Music Education, to talk about the role music can play in the lives of individuals with sensory sensitivities.
Artist story: Rachel Fenlon
Canadian soprano and pianist Rachel Fenlon sat down with Chamberfest before her 2022 festival debut. Learn about her process as a pioneering young artist, the pieces that shape her live performances, and how she believes Ottawa Chamberfest cultivates a sustainable platform for up and coming performers.
Artist story: Dinuk Wijeratne
Dinuk Wijeratne delves into identity through musical improvisation and composition.
Artist story: Monica Ellis of Imani Winds
From a childhood as a self-proclaimed “band kid” to a founding member of the group, Monica Ellis was a dedicated multi-instrumentalist by the time she picked up the bassoon in the eighth grade.
