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Calgary’s 2026–27 Classical Music Guide
After a summer of outdoor concerts, festivals and well-deserved breaks, Calgary’s concert halls are once again coming alive. And if the 2026–27 season is any indication, there has never been a…
Friday, September 4, 2026
The Calgary Philharmonic is pleased to announce Canadian conductor Ilan Kumaranayake Mendel will take to the podium as the Orchestra’s next Resident Conductor, beginning in the 2026/2027…
Thursday, July 16, 2026
The classical music performances has returned after a long hiatus. Check back here often to find out about upcoming classical music events in Calgary and the area!
From Studio to Stage: Calgary's Next Generation of Opera Voices
Join Calgary Concert Opera for an inspiring afternoon showcasing the next generation of operatic talent. Featuring Calgary's newest and emerging opera singers alongside experienced professionals, this…
Cathedral Church of the Redeemer
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Presented by: ProArts Society
Discover new ways of engaging with the piano at Honens Lab, a full-day symposium designed for pianists, students, teachers, and curious listeners alike! Begin the day with a tai chi for musicians…
TransAlta Pavilion, Taylor Centre for the Performing Arts
Thursday, September 10, 2026
09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Presented by: Honens
$10 PER SESSION, $30 FULL DAY.
Enjoy an evening blending live piano and digital performances. Using Steinway & Sons Spirio player piano technology, Winston Choi, Jon Kimura Parker, and Carter Johnson perform live alongside…
Performance Hall, National Music Centre
Thursday, September 10, 2026
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Presented by: Honens
$10-$66
Experience a piano masterpiece … reimagined. Known for performances of imagination, intensity, and individuality, 2025 Honens Gold Laureate Élisabeth Pion returns to Calgary with Frédéric…
Performance Hall, National Music Centre
Friday, September 11, 2026
07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Presented by: Honens
$10-$66
In true Bison Noir fashion, when the house lights dim, the boundaries of genres blur. Immerse yourself in an all-encompassing evening at the landmark King Eddy, where Chris Andrew, Winston Choi,…
King Eddy
Friday, September 11, 2026
09:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Presented by: Honens
$10-$66
Join us for a charming morning concert that brings Jean de Brunhoff’s The Story of Babar to life. Children and families are welcomed into Babar’s world in this charming, accessible introduction to…
Performance Hall, National Music Centre
Saturday, September 12, 2026
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Presented by: Honens
Registration is $5 per group. To eliminate financial barriers, we will refund your $5 registration fee when you attend the event. If you wish to donate your fee, please let us know when you check in.
A sunny afternoon along the Bow River awaits ... perfect for the whole family! Music spills into the open air in a celebration of piano and community. Bring your festival chairs and soak up the final…
RiverWalk Plaza
Saturday, September 12, 2026
02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Presented by: Honens
FREE
From the elegance of the Baroque court to the fire of the modern concert hall, dance forms take centre stage in this journey across centuries. Beginning with deconstructed versions of grand historical…
Performance Hall, National Music Centre
Saturday, September 12, 2026
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Presented by: Honens
$10-$66