15 November, 2026 at 2:00pm I am honored to be one of the guest musicians performing with the Strings of St. John’s this year! This concert on November 15 will include a selection of orchestral pieces, of which I will be joining for Winterfall by Steve Parsons, and the Gerald Finzi Eclogue. I will alsoContinue reading “Concerto with the Strings of St. John’s”
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Benefit Concert with Heidi Lagace
16 July, 2026 at 7:00pm Come hear a wonderful evening of Flute music in support of local food banks. The program will include the First Matrinů Flute Sonata, the Bach Flute Sonata in E major, and Claude Bolling’s Suite for Flute and Jazz Piano. Rather than a fee for entry, Heidi has asked that attendeesContinue reading “Benefit Concert with Heidi Lagace”
Kairos: Twisted Ritual at Open Ears
6 June, 2026 at 8:00pm Come support this wonderful percussion quartet as they showcase a concert of new music, including a premiere of my piece to wait: dreaming. I am so thankful to the members of the Kairos Percussion Quartet for their hard work on this new premiere, and crafting such a stunning program forContinue reading “Kairos: Twisted Ritual at Open Ears”
30-Year Anniversary of the KUC Organ: Concert
This year marks the 30-year anniversary of the installation of the pipe organ at Kanata United Church. This instrument was a feat to acquire, and is a staple in the worship and music programs at KUC. On January 26 at 3:00pm, come out and hear a concert featuring organists from within the community at KUC andContinue reading “30-Year Anniversary of the KUC Organ: Concert”
Music at Trinity: Messiaen’s Visions de l’Amen
On 26 October at 4pm, come and hear pianist Megaria Halim and myself perform in Trinity Anglican Church’s “Music at Trinity” concert series. On the program will be the entirety of Oliver Messiaen’s Visions de l’amen for two pianos. No tickets are required, and entrance is by freewill offering. I hope to see you there!
Chamber Pints: Plants and Pianos
Come join us for an evening of music both for and about those with whom we share the earth: Plants and Animals. The Steinway Piano Gallery will host us for a lively evening — two pianos, four hands, with Olivia Adams and Nick Busch (partners at the piano and away from it) — and aContinue reading “Chamber Pints: Plants and Pianos”
The Great Bach Marathon 2023
Come enjoy a cycle of performers from the Ottawa area (including myself) playing the music of J.S. Bach, and music inspired by his name – specifically, the B-A-C-H motif. The concert will take place at Woodroffe United Church from 13:30-18:00 on Saturday, March 25. Please visit rcco-ottawa.ca/events for more information.
Podcast Launch: Loud and Clear
Loud & Clear is a podcast dedicated to amplifying the voices of women in music. Follow along as host Olivia Adams interviews women who compose, conduct, research, perform, and educate in music. This podcast is done in partnership with the Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra. This podcast is available on multiple streaming sites.
Book Launch: The ABC’s of Women in Music
Written by Anneli Loepp Thiessen and illustrated by Haeon Grace Kang, this wonderful children’s book is now available for preorder! Please click here to order, or to find more information. Meet Clara the composer, Ella the jazz singer, Selena the pop star, and Xian the conductor! Women in music are brilliant, creative, brave, and resilient.Continue reading “Book Launch: The ABC’s of Women in Music”
Book Launch – Loud and Clear by Olivia Adams
I’m very excited to announce that Olivia Adams is releasing a curated syllabus of music exclusively written by women composers! I use this resource regularly in my lesson planning, and strongly encourage other piano teachers to pick up a copy. The syllabus contains more than 3000 pieces graded to RCM standards, and has been approvedContinue reading “Book Launch – Loud and Clear by Olivia Adams”