Concerts and Recitals

Music at Noon Series

Free weekly concerts by University of Lethbridge Music faculty and visiting performers. Music students are featured in Studio Showcase, the final recital of each semester.

Concert Dates

Tuesdays at 12:15 PM | University Centre for the Arts | University Recital Hall W570

Fall 2023 | September 26 - December 5, 2023
Spring 2024 | January 23 - April 2, 2024

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Ensemble Concerts

Opera singer

Opera Workshop

The U of L Opera Workshop presents opera at its finest. Under the direction of Dr. Sandra Stringer, the ensemble produces one act operas or operatic excerpts in the fall, as well as a fully staged annual operatic concert production in the spring in collaboration with the Lethbridge Symphony Orchestra.

Concert Dates

December 5, 2023
7:30 pm | University Centre for the Arts | University Recital Hall W570
In conjunction with the U of L Collaborative Ensemble and Guitar Ensemble


Wind orchestra performing on stage

Wind Orchestra

The U of L Wind Orchestra, under the direction of Dr. Holly De Caigny, flexes a diverse range of talent. From performances at convocation ceremonies, to collaborative concerts with school groups and community bands, to their Wind Orchestra Concerto Competition, the Wind Orchestra pushes the boundaries of wind band performance.

Concert Date

November 29, 2023
7:30 PM | University Centre for the Arts | University Theatre W500

March 27, 2024
7:30 PM | University Centre for the Arts | University Theatre W500


Choir singers in concert

U of L Singers

Under the direction of Dr. Janet Youngdahl, the U of L Singers is a talented ensemble of emerging vocalists. Since their establishment in 1982, the U of L Singers has graced stages throughout the community and across Canada, performing a wide variety of styles and has premiered several works by notable Canadian composers.

Concert Dates

November 25, 2023
7:30 pm | University Centre for the Arts | University Recital Hall W570

March 23, 2024
7:30 pm | University Centre for the Arts | University Recital Hall W570


 

Jazz ensemble performing in main theatre

Jazz Ensemble

From vintage big band to contemporary jazz, the U of L Jazz Ensemble, under the direction of Dr. Josh Davies, serenades audiences through an eclectic program of new music and old favourites. The ensemble performs often throughout the year, and have collaborated with some of Canada's top jazz musicians.

Concert Date

December 1, 2023
7:30 PM | University Centre for the Arts | University Theatre W500

March 22, 2024
7:30 PM | University Centre for the Arts | University Theatre W500


Overhead image of steel drums and drumsets

Global Drums

Experience the energy of Global Drums! This powerful ensemble, of both community and student members, presents the world to its audiences, through samba, steel band, Brazilian, Taiko, African, Chinese and chamber percussion styles. Under the direction of Adam Mason, this ensemble has thundered across stages around the world.

Concert Date

December 8, 2023
7:30 pm | University Centre for the Arts | University Theatre W500

April 5 & 6, 2024
7:30 pm | University Centre for the Arts | University Theatre W500


Electro Acoustic Concert in recital hall with blue lights

Integra Contemporary Electroacoustic (ICE) Ensemble

ICE engages in experimental approaches that include composing, improvising, creating new performance paradigms, applying creative sound production techniques, and exploring a potential for new forms of musical expressivity through contemporary music.

Concert Date

TBD | Ensemble Returns Fall 2025


Guitarist and singer

Collaborative Ensemble

This ensemble of pianists and guitarists partner with singers and instrumentalists to perform popular sonatas, showpieces, opera arias, and art songs. As duos, they study the subtleties of language and poetry, acoustics and balance; bringing their music to life in the moment of performance. 

Concert Date

December 5, 2023
7:30 pm | University Centre for the Arts | University Recital Hall W570
In conjunction with the Opera Workshop

March 26, 2024
7:30 pm | University Centre for the Arts | University Recital Hall W570


 

Student playing piano in the recital hall

Composition Concert

Composition students premiere a program of their newest works performed by their peers.

Concert Date

March 2, 2024
7:30 pm | University Centre for the Arts | University Recital Hall W570