Special Events
Remembering Alexander Dunn: An evening of music and memories
Phillip T. Young Recital Hall University of Victoria, MacLaurin Building, B-Wing, Victoria, BC, CanadaPlease join us as we come together to honour and celebrate the life of Dr. Alexander Dunn with an evening of music and memories shared by family, friends, and colleagues. AN EVENING TO REMEMBER Alexander Dunn’s (November 19, 1955 – May 8, 2024) impact on the classical guitar world was invaluable. His legacy and commitment […]
Explore UVic
Various Rooms, MacLaurin Building University of Victoria, Victoria, BC, CanadaDon't miss this in-person, on-campus event! See what the UVic experience is like through lectures, student panels, tours, information fairs and more. High school students, transfer students and families are welcome! EXPLORE THE SCHOOL OF MUSIC TOURS At the School of Music, tours of the facilities will take place at 11:30am, 12:30pm and 1:30pm. Tours […]
A Holiday Cellobration
Phillip T. Young Recital Hall University of Victoria, MacLaurin Building, B-Wing, Victoria, BC, CanadaUVic School of Music cello professor Pamela Highbaugh Aloni brings together UVic cello students, alumni and community members in this annual festive concert that celebrates community and the holiday season. VIEW THE PROGRAM
Shapes for Sounds Series 03: Fümms bö wö tää zää Uu
Phillip T. Young Recital Hall University of Victoria, MacLaurin Building, B-Wing, Victoria, BC, CanadaAn evening of experimental intersections between sound, art, and movement, Shapes for Sounds delves into the dynamics of dissonance and deconstruction. The title, drawn from Kurt Schwitters' iconic Ursonate, sets the tone for a multidisciplinary journey where noise and abstraction converge. The program features kinetic sculpture, painting, video, and instrumentation, each exploring the materiality of […]
Thank You Concert
Phillip T. Young Recital Hall University of Victoria, MacLaurin Building, B-Wing, Victoria, BC, CanadaCelebrate the power of music and community at our Thank You Concert! This special annual event showcases the incredible talent of our students and serves as a heartfelt expression of gratitude to our donors, supporters, audience members, and the entire community. Enjoy an inspiring afternoon of music performed by our dedicated students, followed by a […]
Quartet Fest West 2025: Participants’ Concert
OtherLocation: St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, corner of Broughton and Douglas. Quartet Fest West runs from June 23-July 4 on the beautiful University of Victoria campus and offers an in-depth study of great chamber music literature with members of the Lafayette String Quartet, the Penderecki String Quartet and violist Yariv Aloni. In addition to concerts, OPEN […]
Quartet Fest West 2025: Penderecki String Quartet with Pamela Highbaugh Aloni
Phillip T. Young Recital Hall University of Victoria, MacLaurin Building, B-Wing, Victoria, BC, CanadaPROGRAM Brahms: String Quartet B-flat Major, Op. 67, No. 3 Dinuk Wijeratne: A Letter from the Afterlife Schubert: Cello Quintet in C Major, D. 956 with Pamela Highbaugh Aloni, cello Tickets are Pay-What-You-Can ($12-$35) and available at the door. Quartet Fest West runs from June 23-July 4 on the beautiful University of Victoria campus and […]
Quartet Fest West 2025: Gala Concert
Phillip T. Young Recital Hall University of Victoria, MacLaurin Building, B-Wing, Victoria, BC, CanadaFeaturing members of the Lafayette String Quartet (Ann Elliott-Goldschmid, violin, Joanna Hood, viola and Pamela Highbaugh Aloni, cello), the Penderecki String Quartet and QFW’s Scholarship ensemble: The Gaia String Quartet. The program will include the Gaia String Quartet performing a selection of their current repertoire, the Penderecki Quartet performing movements from Debussy's String Quartet, and […]
Quartet Fest West 2025: Participants’ Concert Finale
Phillip T. Young Recital Hall University of Victoria, MacLaurin Building, B-Wing, Victoria, BC, CanadaFeaturing the final performances by Quartet Fest West students. This concert will be available as a livestream. Quartet Fest West runs from June 23-July 4 on the beautiful University of Victoria campus and offers an in-depth study of great chamber music literature with members of the Lafayette String Quartet, the Penderecki String […]
Quartet Fest West 2025: Gaia String Quartet
OtherThe Gaia String Quartet is Quartet Fest West's Scholarship Ensemble. PROGRAM Gabriella Smith: Carrot Revolution Florence Price: Negro Folk Songs in Counterpoint Caroline Shaw: Blueprint Christine Hedden: Cuimhne Hsiu-Ping Patrick Wu: In Time Aspen Barker: Miami (working title) Location: St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, corner of Broughton and Douglas. Quartet Fest West runs from June 23-July […]