CMC BC News
Rodney Sharman: In Memoriam Erich Schwandt (1935-2017), Scholar, Organist and Harpsichordist, Professor at the University of Victoria (1976-2001)
Canadian music lost one of its great scholars, musicians and friends this summer. Erich Schwandt uncovered, edited and published two volumes of music of New France from the archives of the Ursulines and Hôtel-Dieu, Québec. The importance of this research should not be underestimated. Erich’s work made pieces available for study and performance that are [...]
CMC BC 40th Anniversary Celebration Trumpet Fanfare Composition Competition
In celebration of the Canadian Music Centre in BC's 40th anniversary (1977-2017), we are pleased to announce a composition competition for an original 40-second trumpet fanfare. The winning entry will celebrate some aspect of the CMC in BC's contribution to the cultural life of the Province of British Columbia over the past 40 years. Submissions may [...]
Creating Composers at the Orchestra North Summer Program in Smithers, BC
Recently, the Orchestra North Summer Program invited CMC BC's Stefan Hintersteininger to participate in their 2017 summer session in Smithers, BC, as part of an exciting new community partnership we've formed with this dynamic organization. We wanted to help document some of the incredible work that is being done by these highly dedicated and passionate [...]
A Whirlwind of Activity at the Orchestra North Summer Program in Smithers, BC
Recently, the Orchestra North Summer Program invited CMC BC's Stefan Hintersteininger to participate in their 2017 summer session in Smithers, BC, as part of an exciting new community partnership we've formed with this dynamic organization. We wanted to help document some of the incredible work that is being done by these highly dedicated and passionate [...]
The Canadian Music Centre Goes to Smithers!
On Wednesday, August 9th, Canadian Music Centre BC Head Librarian Stefan Hintersteininger will travel to beautiful Smithers, BC, to attend the Orchestra North Summer Program (ONSP).
Thank You!
An open letter of thanks from the Canadian Music Centre, the Regional Advisory Council for BC, and the close-knit team running our creative hubs in Vancouver and Victoria! If you are reading this article you are part of an amazing family of patrons who support the Canadian Music Centre in many different ways. It's your [...]