J. S. Kofi Gbolonyo, director The UBC African and Dance Ensemble performs music and dances from Africa and specializes in repertoire from West Africa region. Through the drum, the voice, the dance, and other visual art forms and paraphernalia, this ensemble brings to the stage a unique and total African theatrical experience. In addition to performing traditional […]
Giulio Cesare Opera Seria in Three Acts Sung in Italian with English Surtitles Music by George Frideric Handel Libretto by Nicola Francesco Haym Leslie Dala conductor Tayte Mitchell director Members of the Vancouver Opera Orchestra Experience the grandeur of baroque opera in Giulio Cesare, Handel’s masterpiece intertwining political intrigue with deep human emotion. Set against the backdrop of ancient Egypt, the opera […]
Nathan Hesselink, director Often referred to as Samulnori (사물놀이), Korean percussion music is rooted in Korean folk traditions, especially from farming and shamanistic rituals, and is known for its energetic rhythms, improvisation, and synchronized movements. Performances often include dance-like gestures and are both visually and aurally captivating. The UBC Korean Drumming Ensemble may perform outside on the plaza, weather permitting.
UBC’s Vox and Oriana choirs invite you to an intimate evening of beautiful choral music in Barnett Hall, showcasing a vibrant and diverse repertoire for treble and lower voice ensembles.
Giulio Cesare Opera Seria in Three Acts Sung in Italian with English Surtitles Music by George Frideric Handel Libretto by Nicola Francesco Haym Leslie Dala conductor Tayte Mitchell director Members of the Vancouver Opera Orchestra Experience the grandeur of baroque opera in Giulio Cesare, Handel’s masterpiece intertwining political intrigue with deep human emotion. Set against the backdrop of ancient Egypt, the opera […]
Putu Swaryandana, artist-in-residence Michael Tenzer, director Oscar Smith, assistant The UBC Balinese Gamelan Ensemble performs the rich and dynamic Gamelan music of Bali Indonesia. The ensemble is made up of a beautiful symphony of gongs, drums, and other percussion, and the music is full of syncopated melodies, layered textures, and unexpected shifts and transitions. The UBC Balinese Gamelan ensemble may perform […]
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