The New Brunswick Youth Orchestra (NBYO) is adding sizzle to Saint John this February, with back-to-back concerts featuring hot Latin beats, and guest performances by the sultry chanteuse, Jill Barber, fresh off her tour with CBC Radio’s “Vinyl Café”.
With this extraordinary mix of Canadian talent, the show is fast becoming the must-see event of the season, providing a rare chance to see New Brunswick’s brightest young musicians showcase their talents among the majestic backdrop of the Imperial Theatre.
“I think Saint Johners will be absolutely taken by the exceptional level of talent, energy, and passion that will emerge from that stage,”said Ken MacLeod, president of the NBYO. “It’s world-class music at a world-class venue, and it’s something this city can take exceptional pride in. The orchestra broke new ground when it was founded right here in Saint John 1965. So to bring it home to the Imperial during Saint John’s 225th Anniversary is truly a fitting tribute.”
Inspired by the direction of conductor James Mark, the orchestra has been making international waves lately with performances at Carnegie Hall in New York City, the “Forbidden City Concert Hall” in Beijing, China, and Auditorium Paganini in Parma, Italy, as well as a recent win at the East Coast Music Awards for Best Classical Recording. Today the group is made up of more than 70 young English and French-speaking musicians from all parts of the province, ranging from 12 to 22 years of age.
And if you believe they don’t write songs like they used to, you’re sure to be inspired by the evocative tunes of singer/songwriter Jill Barber. Hailing from Halifax, the double Juno nominee and multiple ECMA winner is currently on tour across North America and the U.K. to promote her new album Chances – a throwback to the golden age of music with ten original, fully orchestrated songs. Featuring six numbers that were co-written with Ron Sexsmith – who’s collaborated with Elvis Costello and Coldplay – the album is a timeless masterpiece that instantly transports listeners to another time and place.
In addition to orchestral performances with current CBC Radio star Jill Barber, the show will also feature an appearance by the Saint John High School Concert Choir supported by the full sound of a symphonic orchestra – a fitting tribute to Saint John’s 225th celebrations and the School’s historic status as the first high school in Canada The choir is enjoying success in its own right, and was recently selected as the only choir in Canada to participate in the world choir competition in New York.
Tickets for the concert are on sale now and are available in person at the Imperial Theatre box office, by telephone at 1-800-323-SHOW (7469), or online at www.imperialonline.ca. Only 1,800 tickets are available and are expected to sell out fast for this extraordinary concert event.
L’Hiver Hot Concert by New Brunswick Youth Orchestra featuring performances by Jill Barber and the Saint John High School Concert Choir – a Saint John 225th Anniversary event.
Sunday, February 7, 2010. Matinee at 2:00 pm, Evening Performance at 7:00 pm.
Saint John Imperial Theatre
$18.50 for seniors and students, $25.00 for general admission
All proceeds to support the programs of the NBYO
Jill Barber
The New Brunswick Youth Orchestra (NBYO) is adding sizzle to Saint John this February, with back-to-back concerts featuring hot Latin beats, and guest performances by the sultry chanteuse, Jill Barber, fresh off her tour with CBC Radio’s “Vinyl Café”.
With this extraordinary mix of Canadian talent, the show is fast becoming the must-see event of the season, providing a rare chance to see New Brunswick’s brightest young musicians showcase their talents among the majestic backdrop of the Imperial Theatre.
“I think Saint Johners will be absolutely taken by the exceptional level of talent, energy, and passion that will emerge from that stage,”said Ken MacLeod, president of the NBYO. “It’s world-class music at a world-class venue, and it’s something this city can take exceptional pride in. The orchestra broke new ground when it was founded right here in Saint John 1965. So to bring it home to the Imperial during Saint John’s 225th Anniversary is truly a fitting tribute.”
Inspired by the direction of conductor James Mark, the orchestra has been making international waves lately with performances at Carnegie Hall in New York City, the “Forbidden City Concert Hall” in Beijing, China, and Auditorium Paganini in Parma, Italy, as well as a recent win at the East Coast Music Awards for Best Classical Recording. Today the group is made up of more than 70 young English and French-speaking musicians from all parts of the province, ranging from 12 to 22 years of age.
And if you believe they don’t write songs like they used to, you’re sure to be inspired by the evocative tunes of singer/songwriter Jill Barber. Hailing from Halifax, the double Juno nominee and multiple ECMA winner is currently on tour across North America and the U.K. to promote her new album Chances – a throwback to the golden age of music with ten original, fully orchestrated songs. Featuring six numbers that were co-written with Ron Sexsmith – who’s collaborated with Elvis Costello and Coldplay – the album is a timeless masterpiece that instantly transports listeners to another time and place.
In addition to orchestral performances with current CBC Radio star Jill Barber, the show will also feature an appearance by the Saint John High School Concert Choir supported by the full sound of a symphonic orchestra – a fitting tribute to Saint John’s 225th celebrations and the School’s historic status as the first high school in Canada The choir is enjoying success in its own right, and was recently selected as the only choir in Canada to participate in the world choir competition in New York.
Tickets for the concert are on sale now and are available in person at the Imperial Theatre box office, by telephone at 1-800-323-SHOW (7469), or online at www.imperialonline.ca. Only 1,800 tickets are available and are expected to sell out fast for this extraordinary concert event.
L’Hiver Hot Concert by New Brunswick Youth Orchestra featuring performances by Jill Barber and the Saint John High School Concert Choir – a Saint John 225th Anniversary event.
Sunday, February 7, 2010. Matinee at 2:00 pm, Evening Performance at 7:00 pm.
Saint John Imperial Theatre
$18.50 for seniors and students, $25.00 for general admission
All proceeds to support the programs of the NBYO
