Music has a city… Sherbrooke

 

The Festival des harmonies et orchestres symphoniques du Québec and the OFF Festivalwhen music storms a city like Sherbrooke for a month, it’s because the area is rich in musical talent.

 

From May 2 to 26… The OFF Festival des harmonies et orchestres symphoniques du Québec

 

Music will lure you to Sherbrooke’s public places. Hundreds of free shows will take place in various downtown venues, on the Lac-des-Nations promenade, in many restaurants, as well as in health care centres and hospitals.

 

Students from the music departments of Bishop’s University, the Université de Sherbrooke, and the city’s colleges will be offering introductory music workshops. All concerts, performances, and workshops will showcase talented artists of all ages and 100% Sherbrooke-based.

 

 

 

From May 16 to 19… The Festival des Harmonies et orchestres symphoniques du Québec


About 10 000 participants will be arriving at the Université de Sherbrooke on May 16… 185 wind ensembles, 60 stage bands, 4 symphony orchestras, 6 string ensembles, 14 drumlines (marching percussion ensembles), and 15 vocal ensembles. These young people come from elementary and high schools, CEGEPs, and universities from all over Quebec as well as the rest of Canada. City and senior bands will also take part in the Festival.

 

You are invited to attend the competitions at the Festival des harmonies et orchestres symphoniques du Québec. Also on the program: an opening ceremony with the Royal 22nd Regiment, the prestigious MF Project concert with Jocelyn Couture—a tribute to Maynard Ferguson, as well as a closing ceremony featuring the Harmonie Leonard Da Vinci with internationally renowned soprano Giorgia Fumanti.

 

Come and experience Sherbrooke’s music while savouring the city’s fine dining, enjoying outdoor activities, or letting your senses revel in the unique atmosphere. There are many types of accommodations. Extend your enjoyment….

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