Our workshop here at Avondale on Saturday, April 12 at 1:00-4PM,  will include the Blanket Exercise, as well as a talking circle afterwards,  where we will be reflecting with Marjorie on what we have learned.

You may notice a sign-up sheet posted on the special events board outside of Emmanuel Hall.  Anyone may participate, even if you have done this before; there are 20 spots still available.  Admission is $15.00 dollars per person, payable to Yvonne in the office, by cash, cheque, or e-transfer ASAP. More information about preparation for this workshop for participants will be emailed out to those of you who sign up for April 12. Please sign-up for the Blanket Exercise by April 1, 2025– extended deadline– , if you wish to be part of the preparation workshop (The preparation workshop will be April 6, after service in the gathering room).  As well, please email me (aleah.avondaleuc@wightman.ca) with any inquiries you may have.

Principal Conductor: William Rowson

Guest Artist: Gwendolyn Nguyen, cello

 Experience the electrifying energy of the Stratford Symphony Orchestra as they take the stage on Saturday, April 5th, at 7:30 PM. Led by conductor William Rowson and featuring the exceptional talents of cellist Gwendolyn Nguyen, this concert promises a mesmerizing journey through a repertoire brimming with brilliance and emotion. From the majestic grandeur of Brahms' "Academic Festival Overture, Op. 80" to the vibrant rhythms of Rimsky-Korsakov's "Capriccio Espagnol, Op. 34," each piece will ignite your imagination and leave you spellbound. Don't miss this unforgettable evening of orchestral magic that will leave you breathless and inspired.

Music by Women composers

Two Performances!!!! Experience the enchantment of Celtic music like never before at our special event: Celtic Celebration! On Saturday, January 25th, at 2:00 & 7:30 PM, join Principal Conductor William Rowson and the talented guest artists, The Bookends, for an evening of lively rhythms and soul-stirring melodies. From traditional tunes to contemporary interpretations, immPrincipal Conductor: William Rowson

Guest Artists: The Bookends

erse yourself in the rich tapestry of Celtic culture. Let the music transport you to misty moors and ancient castles as we embark on a musical journey through the heart of Ireland, Scotland, and beyond. Don't miss this unforgettable celebration of Celtic heritage and music's timeless power to unite and inspire.

Two Performances!!!! Experience the enchantment of Celtic music like never before at our special event: Celtic Celebration! On Saturday, January 25th, at 2:00 & 7:30 PM, join Principal Conductor William Rowson and the talented guest artists, The Bookends, for an evening of lively rhythms and soul-stirring melodies. From traditional tunes to contemporary interpretations, immPrincipal Conductor: William Rowson

Guest Artists: The Bookends

erse yourself in the rich tapestry of Celtic culture. Let the music transport you to misty moors and ancient castles as we embark on a musical journey through the heart of Ireland, Scotland, and beyond. Don't miss this unforgettable celebration of Celtic heritage and music's timeless power to unite and inspire.

The Avondale Music Series Team is pleased to announce that plans for the 2025 season are well in hand. Our first event is set for SATURDAY, JANUARY 18, 2025 – Swing into the New Year with The Festival City Big Band. At this concert you can sit comfortably and enjoy the swing’n sounds of the Festival City Big Band with vocalists Cathy Whelan and Chris Adair, a beloved group with a 30-year history of entertaining audiences. And, if the spirit so moves you, you can take a spin in the area designated for dancing; the choice is yours! This promises to be a lively way to welcome 2025. Tickets $20 ($25 at the door)

Start the new year in style with the Stratford Symphony Orchestra's annual New Year's Celebration! Join us on January 1st, 2025, at 3:00 PM as Principal Conductor William Rowson leads a jubilant performance guaranteed to set the tone for the year ahead. From timeless dance classics to delightful surprises, immerse yourself in a symphonic celebration that's as bubbly and effervescent as the holiday itself. After the performance, continue the festivities with your loved ones, knowing you've begun the year on a harmonious note. Don't miss this joyful occasion filled with music, laughter, and the promise of new beginnings!

Blue Christmas is a gentle, contemplative service for those who are carrying pain or loss during this season of celebration.

Light refreshments will follow.

Sing-along Messiah

a free will offering will be taken - all proceeds to House of Blesssing

A modern indie folk trio from Newfoundland, The Once have collected a trio of Canadian Folk Music Awards, numerous ECMA awards, and was named Artist of the Year by the Newfoundland & Labrador Arts Council. They have earned not one, but two JUNO nominations for Roots Album of the Year and continue to take their music around the world.

With the release of 2024’s Out Here, The Once have delivered a thoughtful and playful assembly of songs mingling their musical roots from Newfoundland along with folk, bluegrass, country, Americana, and modern indie rock. Members Geraldine Hollett, Andrew Dale, and Phil Churchill have created a sound representative of their home province of Newfoundland while pushing the boundaries on the great Canadian songbook with their soothing vocal harmony and acoustically rich core.

Lyrically, The Once’s newest collection of songs encompass an arresting sense of loss with the belief that the good can be found in all people, and a desire to bring it out here for everyone to enjoy. A ray of hope in a confusing time. A port in a storm. A provocation with a grin.

This material is soaked with the poetic charm and sunny sadness of the trio’s collective disposition. Written across Newfoundland and recorded in the band’s GingerBeard House studio the band took their time creating this record. “Sometimes music takes a while to flow”, Geraldine Hollett explains. “If you don’t panic and instead surround yourself with people who love you that you can trust, magic can happen.”

Join us on Saturday, November 16th, at 7:30 PM for an unforgettable evening featuring the Double Bass Legend Joel Quarrington. Led by conductor William Rowson, this captivating performance promises to showcase the mastery of Quarrington's double bass artistry. The program opens with Koussevitzky's powerful Concerto for Bass, Op. 3, allowing Quarrington to demonstrate his virtuosity and passion. Following this, immerse yourself in Bottesini's enchanting Passione Amoroso, a piece that highlights both the technical prowess and lyrical sensitivity of the double bass. Concluding the evening is Dvorak's Symphony No. 9 in E minor, Op. 95, "From the New World," offering a symphonic journey through American melodies and European influences. Don't miss this extraordinary concert featuring one of the world's foremost double bassists.