2011 / 2012 October 10th, 2011...Toronto’s Hannaford Street Silver Band and Amadeus Choir under the baton of Lydia Adams join forces for a performance of The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace by the Welsh composer Karl Jenkins. Universally hailed as a work of great power and distinction, the Armed Man: A Mass for Peace is a reflection on war and peace in a multi-cultural, global society. The work draws its text from classical poets, biblical verses, and traditional mass, as well as from Muslim, Hindu and Japanese sources. Under the direction of Dr. Gillian MacKay, The HSSB will perform Kevin Lau’s Great North Overture and Barbara Croall’s remarkable Gi-Giiwe Na? an allegory for brass and percussion inspired by Native soldiers. The men of the Amadeus Choir with the HSSB will perform Harry Somers A Thousand Ages and Stephen Chatman’s hauntingly beautiful, Reconciliation. Saturday, November 12th at 8:00 PM. Metropolitan United Church, 65 Queen Street East, Toronto. Single tickets: Regular: $45 Senior: $40 Student: $15 Phone orders: 416-366-7723 or 1-800-708-6754. St. Lawrence Centre Box Office, 27 Front Street East, Toronto.
The Hannaford Street Silver Band: Raymond Tizzard General Director The Hannaford Street Silver Band is Canada's award winning, professional brass band and Resident Company of Toronto’s St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts. Since 1983, The Hannaford Street Silver Band, formed by professional musicians who love the brass band repertoire and ensemble playing, has been striking up the brass band tradition and stirring up critical and popular acclaim. In recognition of its accomplishments, in November of 2003, the HSSB was awarded its second Lieutenant Governor’s Award for the Arts. There is indeed a Hannaford Street in the east end of Toronto, home to one of the HSSB’s Founders. The excitement and appeal of the brass band stems from its distinctive instruments which were developed in the 1850’s. Their sounds have rung out from the coronation of King’s to the village bandstand, and now down Canada’s main streets and concert halls. For more information please visit www.hssb.ca
The Amadeus Choir: Lydia Adams, Conductor and Artistic Director Founded in 1975, the Amadeus Choir is now under the direction of Conductor and Artistic Director Lydia Adams. The Choir has become known for its professionalism, exceptional musicality, and diverse, high-quality programming - all a reflection of the leadership provided by Dr. Adams. During her time as Conductor and Artistic Director (since 1984), the choir has grown significantly in size and reputation to become one of Canada’s pre-eminent choral groups. The Amadeus Choir performs a regular series of concerts at carefully selected downtown Toronto venues, presenting well-known artists in works by Canadian and international composers, including major works with instrumental ensembles or full orchestra, as well as challenging a cappella performances. For more information please visit www.amadeuschoir.com
Dr. Gillian MacKay, Guest Conductor Gillian MacKay is an Associate Professor of Music of the University of Toronto, where she conducts the Wind Ensemble and teaches conducting and trumpet. She is also Associate Dean of Graduate Education. An award-winning teacher, Gillian has an active professional career as a trumpeter, conductor, adjudicator, and clinician. She has conducted honour bands throughout Canada and the United States, including the National Youth Band of Canada. Dr. MacKay has adjudicated Canadian band festivals at local, provincial, and national levels, as well as competitions in Singapore and Thailand Acknowledgments: For its 2011/2012 season, the HSSB is grateful for the assistance received from the Canada Council for the Arts, The Ontario Arts Council and The City of Toronto Arts Council. The HSSB's corporate partners include Yamaha Music Canada, Long & McQuade Musical Instruments, Jupiter Musical Instrument, St. John's Music, Schaeffler Canada Inc., Goodyear Engineered Products. The HSSB is also pleased to acknowledge the support of the SOCAN Foundation, and the many individuals who have provided financial assistance.
For more information, please contact: David Archer, Administrative Director: 416 425 2874, hssb@interlog.com
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