Events and Peformances
Join us in Centre Court as we showcase incredible local artists performing live on the following dates from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., unless otherwise noted.
Performance Schedule:
- Wednesday, April 1 – Julia Tynes
- Thursday, April 2 – Peter Fillman
- Wednesday, April 29 – Julia Tynes
- Friday, May 8 – Peter Fillman
- Thursday, May 14 – Symphony Nova Scotia string duo (2 p.m. – 3 p.m.)
- Friday, May 15 – Symphony Nova Scotia string duo (2 p.m. – 3 p.m.)
- Monday, May 18 – Peter Fillman
- Friday, May 22 – Calvin Beaini
- Friday, May 29 – Jula Tynes
Artist Bios
Julia Tynes is a soulful African Nova Scotian artist with smooth vocals and national airplay. Her singles Obvious and Stand Still showcase her award-winning talent and pop-soul style.
Peter Fillman is a versatile Halifax musician and composer who blends classical training with folk and singer-songwriter influences for dynamic, multi-instrumental sets.
Symphony Nova Scotia presents an intimate chamber performance featuring the string duo of Hilary Brown (cello) and Max Kasper (double bass).
Hilary is a graduate of Boston University where she obtained her Bachelor of Music and Master of Music degrees. She has been a cellist with Symphony Nova Scotia for over 30 years and is a founding member of the Blue Engine String Quartet. Hilary is also very active in the local early music scene, having played for many years with Tempest Baroque Ensemble, Réjouissance, the St. George’s Consort, and numerous Paul Halley and Nick Halley productions. She has also performed at the Sackville Festival of Early Music in New Brunswick, and as part of the Early Music Intensive project at Mount Allison University. Hilary is on the faculty of the Maritime Conservatory of Performing Arts and is a cello coach for the Nova Scotia Youth Orchestra.
Former Principal Bassist of Symphony Nova Scotia, Max has appeared as a soloist with the orchestra on several occasions. As well as performing much chamber music and releasing two CD’s as part of The Gatto Dolce Duo, Max has played in Halifax with Rejouissance and Tempest baroque ensembles, and is an extra player with the Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra.
This distinct ensemble blends the sweet and singing sounds of the cello with the characteristic deep hum of the double bass. Come join us for an afternoon with this unique duo.
Calvin Beaini is a gifted pianist and Dalhousie Med student known for his original compositions and beautiful covers. His musical talent has earned him standing ovations and provincial youth awards.