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October 25, 2024
Music with Purpose: Composer-in-Residence Aaron Manswell on His Latest Composition
2024-25 Season
This season, we welcome Aaron Manswell as our composer-in-residence. Aaron brings a unique voice to choral music, drawing from his experiences in Gospel, R&B, and classical composition. In our upcoming concert The Love Affair: Waltz & Tango, we are excited to present Aaron’s Stick with Love as well as the world premiere of his new work Poverty.
October 22, 2024
5 Reasons to Love Misatango
2024-25 Season
If you haven’t heard Misatango yet, let us get you acquainted. This glorious blend of classical choral music and Argentine tango, composed by Martín Palmeri in 1996, is a bold genre-bending masterpiece that has been performed around the world. With its unique mix of sacred and tango rhythms, Misatango brings fresh energy to the choral repertoire.
October 16, 2024
Behind the Bandoneon: Jonathan Goldman on the Passion of Misatango
2024-25 Season
This post highlights Jonathan Goldman’s insights on performing Martín Palmeri’s Misatango with the Toronto Mendelssohn Choir. Goldman discusses the unique history of the bandoneon, its role in tango music, and how it contributes to the emotional intensity of Misatango.
July 17, 2024
Strengthening the Future of the Choral Arts
Choral News
As we reflect on our achievements and look forward to our 130th anniversary, we are reminded of the vital role of our supporters in our success. We need your support to continue…
June 21, 2024
TMChoir’s 2023/2024 Season in Review
Choral News
As we reflect on the 2023/2024 Season, we are filled with immense gratitude for the support and dedication shown for TMChoir. This year has been a remarkable year of artistry, music, and community…
March 25, 2024
Toronto Mendelssohn Choir and Jean Sébastien Vallée Welcome Six Rising Conductors to Take the Podium
Choral News
Toronto, March 25th, 2024 — The Toronto Mendelssohn Choir announces their 2024 Take the Podium: Conducting Symposium participants. Six up-and-coming conductors will take the podium under the leadership of Jean-Sébastien…
February 13, 2024
Toronto Mendelssohn Choir Appoints Renowned Arts Leader Daniela Nardi as New Executive Director
2023-24 Season
Toronto, February 13, 2024 – The Toronto Mendelssohn Choir (TMChoir) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Daniela Nardi as its new Executive Director, effective March 4, 2024. Nardi brings…
January 17, 2024
EXCHANGE ’24 – A Day of Community Choral Workshops
2023-24 Season
The Toronto Mendelssohn Choir announces Exchange, a day of community choral workshops, this February 3rd, 2024. In collaboration with Orpheus Choir of Toronto and Pax Christi Chorale, this all-day event…
October 10, 2023
Remembering TMChoir Alumnus Tom Logan
2023-24 Season
TMChoir alumnus, Tom Logan, loved to sing. He proudly sang with the Toronto Mendelssohn Choir for 25 years. But starting from an early age, Tom’s life was filled with music…