CU at the Symphony

 Photo credit: Shawn Peters The Ottawa Symphony Orchestra is a tried-and-true musical institution in the city, an ensemble whose place in the community is made even more central by its new home at Dominion Chalmers Church. The venerable and historic 100-year old Chalmers was purchased last year by Carleton University to serve

Sgt. Pepper Returns to an Enthusiastic Sold-out Crowd at Ottawa Chamberfest

 Ottawa Life’s Festival City Series is back! We'll provide a unique look at some of your favourite events. We’ll go beyond the music with artist interviews, volunteer profiles, concert reviews and spotlights on the tastes, sights and sounds of the festival season.  Your city! Your festivals and events! Like a good sunscreen,

Festival Recap: Music & Beyond

 Ottawa Life’s Festival City Series is back! We'll provide a unique look at some of your favourite events. We’ll go beyond the music with artist interviews, volunteer profiles, concert reviews and spotlights on the tastes, sights and sounds of the festival season.  Your city! Your festivals and events! Like a good sunscreen,

Tosca Ready Seduce Ottawa Opera Lovers

 Tosca has been called many things. She’s been labeled as brutal, painted with bloody brush, declared shocking and, most certainly, she’s scandalous. This weekend, however, she can be your date for a night at the opera. Acclaimed Music Director Michel Brousseau and Artistic Director Vincent Thomas lead the Pellegrini Opera company for

A Classical Start for Mother’s Day Weekend

  For moms with classical tastes, a night out to hear Brahms Requiem might be the perfect gift. The Ottawa Classical Choir presents Brahms Requiem will be held at the Dominion-Chalmers Church (355 Cooper St.) on May 10 at 7:30 p.m. The Ottawa Classical Choir along with the Choirs of the