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PROARTS@NOON CONCERT SERIES PRESENTS FREE CONCERTS EVERY WEDNESDAY FROM 12:10 - 12:50PM IN THE CATHEDRAL CHURCH (604 - 1st St SE). ProArts is non-profit.
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Donations at the door are appreciated. TAKE A BREAK and join us for FREE Lunch Hour concerts - every Wednesday in the Cathedral Church (corner of 7 Ave and 1 Street SE). We are a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing together artists and audiences in the heart of Calgary's cultural district.

11/04/2024

Wed. November 06 (doors open at 11:30)
ProArts is non-profit. Donations at the door are appreciated.

Bob Chartier and Cathy Checora are Calgary-based songwriters. They have a unique vocal collaboration with Bob on guitar, Cathy on cello, ukulele and whistling.This concert will feature Chartier and Checora's original songs along with a few of their favourite covers.

11/03/2024

The Calgary Opera McPhee Artists at ProArts

11/01/2024

The ProArts audience enjoyed a fabulous concert by the Calgary Opera McPhee Artists.

10/28/2024

Calgary Opera McPhee Artists
October 30, 2024
(doors open at 11:30 am)

ProArts is non-profit. Donations at the door are appreciated.

Join us as Calgary Opera’s innovative McPhee Artist Program presents talented young singers from across Canada as they take to the professional stage! ~Damon Johnston, Artistic Director

ARIAS KNOWN & NOVEL
The first of their two programs for ProArts this season will include everything from engaging arias and ensembles by Verdi and Mozart to surprises from the world of music theatre.

This concert is generously sponsored by Gene and Elizabeth Maurice.

10/21/2024

"Italian Concert"
Wed. October 23 (doors open at 11:30)
ProArts is non-profit. Donations at the door are appreciated.

Soprano Lauren Woods, tenor Spencer Britten, and accordionist Penny Sanborn come together to present an Italian concert. The Italian music will include traditional pieces like O Sole Mio, arias like Puccini’s O Mio Babbino Caro and duets like Verdi’s Libiamo from La Traviata.
Enjoy and ciao!

This concert is generously sponsored by:
-Harry & Martha Cohen Foundation

10/14/2024

Cassa Musical Arts student piano recitals
Wed. October 16 (doors open at 11:30)
ProArts is non-profit. Donations at the door appreciated.

The presentation of young, emerging artists has become a hallmark of the ProArts@Noon Concert Series.

Kaslyn Chan is a 12 year old, eighth grade student at Bearspaw Christian School. Kaslyn completed her Level 10 RCM Piano exam in June 2024, receiving First Class Honours with Distinction. She made her professional debut with the Prosecco String Quintet in January 2024, playing Stamitz’s Concerto in F Major.

Joel Cook is 14 years old and he is in Grade 10 at Bishop Carroll High School. The achievement that Joel is most proud of is performing Mozart’s Concerto in D minor, K. 466, with the Rocky Mountain Symphony Orchestra in January of 2024 – the prize for winners in their competition.

This concert generously sponsored by:

Harry and Martha Cohen Foundation

10/11/2024

It’s all about syncopation and improvisation in the wonderful world of Jazz! William Friedson (piano) & John Gray (bass) performing Samba da Leo by William Friedson.

10/07/2024

William Friedson Jazz Duo
Wed. October 09 (doors open at 11:30)
ProArts is non-profit. Donations at the door appreciated.

Pianist and composer William Friedson is joined by the local heavyweight bass player John Gray for a noon hour concert of Jazz standards and more!

Jazz composer and pianist William Friedson is a performer showing audiences a new wave in merging Classical and Jazz techniques.

Imagine a musician whose bass reverberates with the soulful echoes of a life dedicated to his craft, and you’ll find John Gray.

10/04/2024

The ProArts audience delighted in this charming performance by Early Music Voices (Director Julie Harris). Passionate About Music? See You Soon!

10/03/2024

ProArts presents concerts, every Wednesday noon throughout the year, at the historic Cathedral Church of the Redeemer in downtown Calgary. Entry is no-charge. Donations at the door appreciated.

09/23/2024

There is Room Duo
Wednesday September 28, 2024
(doors open at 11:30 am)

ProArts is non-profit. Donations at the door are appreciated.

Join us as this piano and violin duo express their joy for both historic and new music compositions in the beautiful acoustic of the Cathedral! ~Damon Johnston, Artistic Director

There Is Room Duo
Currently a member of the Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra, violinist Lindsey Herle has played with several other Canadian orchestras, including the Hamilton Philharmonic, Calgary Philharmonic, and the Victoria Symphony.

Calgary-based pianist Dr. Elizabeth Clarke is active as a performer, collaborator, and teacher. She has performed numerous solo and chamber recitals in Canada and the United States, and has been featured as a concerto soloist with the University of Victoria orchestra.

This concert is generously sponsored by:
Nickle Family Foundation

09/13/2024

Charlie Hase chatting with audience members post concert.

09/09/2024

Charlie Hase, Steel Guitar Improvisation
Wednesday Sept. 11, 2024
doors open at 11:30 am

ProArts is non-profit. Donations at the door are appreciated.

This particular concert will feature steel guitar improvisation within a live ‘one man jam band‘ loop based backdrop. Ambient ‘lost in spa’ soundscapes. Worldwide inspired. Genre non-specific.

09/02/2024

Miranda Martini, singer/song writer
Wed. September 04 (doors open at 11:30)
ProArts is non-profit. Donations at the door are appreciated.

An accomplished composer, music director and sound designer for the stage and screen, Miranda Martini is excited to return to her singer-songwriter roots for this intimate lunchtime concert. With her clever lyrics, knack for storytelling, and a voice that’s equal parts folk revival and neo-soul, Martini will fill the Cathedral Church with cosy autumnal sunshine.

This concert is generously sponsored by:

Harry & Martha Cohen Foundation

08/26/2024

Allen Reiser, pianist
Wednesday, August 28, 2024 (doors open at 11:30 am)
ProArts is non-profit. Donations at the door are appreciated

Perennially an audience favourite, this fine artist brings a beautifully themed program featuring both composer/pianist Clara Wick Schumann and composer Robert Schumann. ~Damon Johnston, Artistic Director

Allen Reiser has performed with various orchestras in England and Canada, and recital engagements have taken him to nearly every major centre in Western Canada. He is a pianist of diverse musical interests, with a particular interest in Canadian piano music and the music of Franz Liszt.

This concert is sponsored by the Nickle Family Foundation.

08/23/2024

The Jeremy Gignoux Trio with violinist/composer Jeremy Gignoux performing his own compositions for a very appreciative audience!
Featuring Wayne garrett, guitar & Keith Rodger, double bass.
Jeremy Gignoux

08/22/2024

The Jeremy Gignoux Trio performing Jeremy’s own compositions at ProArts Noon Concert Series.
Jeremy Gignoux

08/19/2024

Jeremy Gignoux Acoustic Trio
with Keith Rodger (double bass) & Wayne Garrett (guitar)
Wednesday August 21 (doors open at 11:30)

ProArts is non-profit. Donations at the door appreciated.

Jeremy is a classically trained violinist, multi-instrumentalist, and composer. He has spent his career getting involved in many other styles from country fiddle to jazz and exploratory music. His artistic purpose lies in balancing his admiration for traditional music and his longing for weird sounds.

08/16/2024

Formage Chaud at ProArts Noon Concert Series
presenting world music, dance, jazz and blues
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08/12/2024

Formage Chaud
Aug 14, 2024 (doors open at 11:30 am)
ProArts is non-profit. Donations at the door are appreciated.

Fromage Chaud has been a fixture on the Calgary entertainment scene for decades! Join us as we bring their unique performance to our stage! ~Damon Johnston, Artistic Director

08/09/2024

Gentle reflection washed over ProArts Noon Concert Series audience as they listened to Ben’s beautiful music.

08/05/2024

Aug 7

Ben Lahring has established himself as a captivating composer and performer with “absolutely beautiful” interpretations (Liona Boyd) and a “gift of playing the intention behind the music” (William Beauvais, composer).

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The ProArts audience enjoyed a fabulous concert by the Calgary Opera McPhee Artists.

It’s all about syncopation and improvisation in the wonderful world of Jazz! William Friedson (piano) & John Gray (bass) performing Samba da Leo by William Friedson.

The ProArts audience delighted in this charming performance by Early Music Voices (Director Julie Harris). Passionate About Music? See You Soon!

A delightful concert by There Is Room Duo with Lindsey Herle, violin & Elizabeth Clarke, piano. Bravo! Concert generously sponsored by Nickle Family Foundation.

Charlie Hase creating a dreamy sonic experience for the ProArts audience.

A beautiful performance by singer/songwriter Miranda Martini.

The Jeremy Gignoux Trio with violinist/composer Jeremy Gignoux performing his own compositions for a very appreciative audience! Featuring Wayne garrett, guitar & Keith Rodger, double bass. Jeremy Gignoux

Formage Chaud at ProArts Noon Concert Series presenting world music, dance, jazz and blues #yycnow #calgaryartsdevelopment #calgaryliving #calgarymusicians #calgarymusic #calgarylife #tourismalberta #calgarymusicscene #calgarydowntown.

Ben Lahring

Gentle reflection washed over ProArts Noon Concert Series audience as they listened to Ben’s beautiful music.

The fabulous Fiona Malena performing flamenco magic with Silvia Temis, vocals & Tosh Hayashi, flamenco guitar. Passionate About Music. See you Soon!

It's "Blue Skies" all day long with EnChor Chamber Choir!

Issac Willocks and guests Sora Kim - violin & piano Takumi Rodgers - cello

Seeing Issac’s artistry on the violin was only matched by watching his emotive performance.

A wonderful concert by Here Comes Treble on the ProArts concert stage. ProArts audiences were treated to a cappella four and five part harmony by this fanatastic singing group.