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Bandology – More music for more kids 

February 2026

We were thrilled to be back in the community for our first community event of 2026 – Family Day! And we did it in style and with a lot of joyful noise, bringing the percussion section to families in both Kitchener and Oakville. We were thrilled to be at the Kitchener Market and the Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre in Oakville. To everyone who came out: we hope you enjoyed trying out the snare drum, glockenspiel or (my personal favourite) the cabasa!

We are looking for several keen volunteers in grades 9-12 who are based in Waterloo Region to support us at our March Break Music Camp held this March 16-20 on the Laurier campus.

What do our volunteer Music Mentors do?

• Support our campers to learn music and enjoy the week

• Get leadership experience and learn new skills

• Join us on our trip to the Music Faculty of Laurier University

• Complete their school-required volunteer hours in one go!

The deadline to sign up is Monday, March 9 by noon.

Click here to learn more and join today: bandology.ca/music-mentor-program.

In less than three weeks, we will be running our March Break Music Camp at the Laurier Academy of Music and Arts in Waterloo. We only have 2 spots left before registration closes!

March Break Music Camp is for kids in grades 1-6 and takes place March 16-20. If you are interested in joining us, now is the time. You can learn more and register at bandology.ca/march-break-music-camp.

One of our favourite parts of warmer weather is getting outside for events throughout the community. All we can do right now though, while the weather keeps diving below 0°, is to dream of spring!

If you are planning a community event this spring or summer and want an extra touch of musical fun, reach out now and let’s see what we can do. We’ve brought buckets, percussion instruments and our Sound Garden to events before and would be happy to figure out what would be the best fit for your event.

Drop us a note at info@bandology.ca and check out past events we’ve been to at bandology.ca/community-events.

Is it too early to start counting down to Band Camp? Maybe once we hit the 100 day mark we can start talking about it (which will be in 28 days, not that anyone is checking or anything!). This year, we're running four sessions of Band Camp!

• July 6-10: Band Camp Kitchener-Waterloo at Rockway Mennonite Collegiate
• July 20-24: Band Camp Halton at King's Christian Collegiate
• July 27-31: Band Camp Guelph at the University of Guelph
• August 10-14: Band Camp Halton at King's Christian Collegiate

It may be early but we are hard at work to ensure that this summer of camp is the best one yet! We would love to see you at Band Camp (grades 7-12) or Band Camp Junior (grades 1-6) this year. Learn more and register now at bandology.ca/band-camps.

Don’t forget that we have subsidies available to ensure every child can attend camp! For families facing financial challenges, please reach out to camp@bandology.ca.

Milton Philharmonic Orchestra

When: Friday, March 6 at 7:30pm

Where: The MinMaxx Theatre, First Ontario Arts Centre, 1010 Main Street East, Milton

Don’t miss your chance to hear the Milton Philharmonic Orchestra in the more intimate setting of the MinMaxx Theatre, as we bring you some of the best-loved pieces of classical music.  Music will include Beethoven’s Egmont Overture, music from Schumann’s Symphony No. 1 and various small ensembles from the orchestra. The evening includes guest soloist Tiffany Yeung playing Winter & Spring from Vivaldi’s Four Seasons.

Learn more: miltonphilharmonic.com/classical-gems-march-6-2026.

Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony - Women of the Baroque

When: Saturday, March 7 and Sunday, March 8, various times

Where: Various locations in Cambridge, Waterloo and Guelph

We celebrate International Women’s Day with a programme featuring women. Canadian violinist Julia Wedman and soprano Mireille Asselin bring their virtuosity and passion to a program of works by women of the 16th and 17th centuries.

Learn more: kwsymphony.com/allconcerts.

Toronto Symphony Orchestra - Dvořák Symphony No. 7

When: Saturday, March 7 and Sunday, March 8, various times

Where: George Weston Recital Hall, 5040 Yonge St, North York

Canadian composer Vivian Fung’s bold and vibrant Parade and Kevin Chen’s take on Mozart’s elegant Piano Concerto No. 17, filled with wit, sparkling interplay, and serene beauty, complement Dvořák’s Symphony No. 7—a fiery, dramatic, and powerful masterpiece regarded as one of his greatest.

Learn more: tso.ca/concerts-and-events/calendar.

Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra - Inside the Orchestra: Ravel

When: Friday, March 20 at 7:30pm

Where: FirstOntario Concert Hall (formerly Hamilton Place), 1 Summers Lane, Hamilton

Go deeper into the symphonies featured on the HPO mainstage at Inside the Orchestra! Sit on stage for a rehearsal of Ravel’s Le Tombeau de Couperin infused with fascinating insights into the music and the rehearsal process. Music Director James Kahane hosts this unique event, guiding us through a listening journey for a deeper musical experience. Enjoy Inside the Orchestra as a standalone event or come back again the next evening for our mainstage concert and experience the music from the audience and hear Ravel’s work from a new perspective.

Learn more: hpo.org/event/inside-the-orchestra.

Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra - Dancing Through Life

When: Saturday, March 21 at 7:30pm

Where: FirstOntario Concert Hall (formerly Hamilton Place), 1 Summers Lane, Hamilton

Enjoy the elegance and energy of your HPO performing dance-inspired music! Canadian violinist Susanne Hou melds dazzling technique with gorgeous tone in Saint-Saëns’ fiery, Spanish-inflected Introduction et Rondo Capriccioso, while Philippe Hersant’s Rondes de Nuit evokes the bustling nightlife of Madrid, past and present. These pieces are framed by Ravel’s modern take on 18th-century dances and Dvořák’s dance-infused Eighth Symphony that is a splendid showcase for the musicians of the orchestra. 

Learn more: hpo.org/event/dancing-through-life.

Oakville Chamber Orchestra - We Love Beethoven! (and Saint-Saëns!)

When: Saturday, March 21 at 7:30pm

Where: Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts, 130 Navy Street, Oakville

Ludwig van Beethoven changed music history forever with his powerful and innovative music. Please join us as we celebrate his genius! Plus the dazzling Saint-Saëns Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso.

Learn more: oakvillechamber.org/2025-26-we-love-beethoven.

Toronto Symphony Orchestra - Joshua Bell Plays Bruch + Beethoven

When: Thursday, March 26 to Sunday, March 29, various times

Where: Roy Thomson Hall, 60 Simcoe St, Toronto

Experience a performance of pure delight as Spotlight Artist Joshua Bell plays and leads Bruch’s First Violin Concerto—a masterwork of sweeping romanticism—and conducts favourites by Florence Price and Beethoven, including the composer’s exhilarating Symphony No. 7.

Learn more: tso.ca/concerts-and-events/calendar.

Cambridge Symphony Orchestra - Masterworks II

When: Saturday, March 28 at 3pm

Where: Central Presbyterian Church, 7 Queen’s Square, Cambridge

Join the Cambridge Symphony Orchestra for an extraordinary concert featuring renowned violinist Jerzy Kaplanek, conducted by the incomparable Sabatino Vacca. Held in beautiful Downtown Galt, this is an incredible opportunity to hear a local legend perform with our legendary symphony. Scaled ticket pricing available — because world-class music should be accessible to all. A night of passion, artistry, and community you won’t want to miss.

Learn more: cambridgeorchestra.ca.

Mississauga Symphony Orchestra - The Nordic Experience

When: Saturday, March 28 at 8pm

Where: Living Arts Centre, 4141 Living Arts Drive, Mississauga

Join the MSO for a captivating evening of music inspired by the spirit of the North. Acclaimed pianist Sheng Cai joins the MSO for Grieg’s beloved Piano Concerto—a work of lyrical charm and dramatic intensity. The program concludes with Sibelius’ First Symphony, a sweeping and emotional journey through the rugged landscapes of Finland.

Learn more: mississaugasymphony.ca/concerts.

Niagara Symphony Orchestra - Waves of Sound

When: Sunday, March 29 at 2:30pm

Where: Partridge Hall 250 St Paul Street, St. Catharines

Immerse yourself in an unforgettable afternoon where stunning visuals, bold creativity, and timeless beauty collide. The concert begins with Erica Procunier’s The Great Lakes Untamed - a breathtaking fusion of live orchestra and cinematic video, capturing the raw power and haunting majesty of North America’s inland seas. It’s a spellbinding journey through sound and image. Finally, settle into the lush emotional landscape of Brahms’ Symphony No. 3-a masterpiece of rich harmonies and introspective beauty that speaks straight to the soul. From wild waters to musical frontiers, this is a night of bold vision and deep feeling.

Learn more: niagarasymphony.com/concerts.

Guelph Symphony Orchestra - Beneath Silver Skies

When: Sunday, March 29 at 3pm

Where: Basilica of Our Lady, 28 Norfolk St, Guelph

From the haunting beauty of Prokofiev’s Violin Concerto no. 2, to the profound contemplations of Brahms’s Symphony no. 3, this performance promises to be a moving testament to the enduring strength of the human spirit, resonating long after the final note has faded.

Learn more: guelphsymphony.com.

Burlington Symphony Orchestra - Mozart Requiem

When: Saturday, April 4 at 8pm

Where: Burlington Performing Arts Centre, 440 Locust Street, Burlington

One of the most powerful works for orchestra, choir and solo voices. A performance not to be missed! Features special guests: the Guelph Chamber Choir.

Learn more: burlingtonsymphony.ca/mozart-requiem.

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More Music for More Kids.

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