Chamber Music Kelowna Society

09/03/2026

CMK is grateful for our sponsors: Thank you to Pushor Mitchell LLP for sponsoring the James Ehnes/Andrew Armstrong concert on September 14! Only FIVE tickets remain!
https://www.theboxoffice.ca/upcoming-events/cmk-james-ehnes-andrew-armstrong

A vibrant community is built on more than business. It's also shaped by the arts, culture and experiences that bring people together.

That's one of the reasons Pushor Mitchell continues to support Chamber Music Kelowna Society and the exceptional performances it brings to our community.

On September 14, internationally celebrated violinist James Ehnes and acclaimed pianist Andrew Armstrong take the stage at the Rotary Centre for the Arts for a special performance.

With Grammy, Gramophone and Juno Awards among his many accolades, Ehnes is one of today's most sought-after violinists, while Armstrong is internationally admired for his passionate expression and technique.

Experience these two exceptional musicians together on stage for an unforgettable evening at the Rotary Centre for the Arts.

For more information, visit: https://loom.ly/xtm2JCA

09/02/2026

CMK concerts take place in the intimate 355-seat Mary Irwin Theatre at the RCA, with nearly 250 seats already reserved by our subscribers. That means the remaining seats can disappear quickly—and several concerts are expected to sell out in advance.

If you’re hoping to join us for one of these world-class performances, now is the time to secure your tickets. Don’t wait until the last minute and risk missing out—reserve your seats today while they’re still available.
🔗 www.chambermusickelowna.ca

James Ehnes & Andrew Armstrong • September 14
The Busch Trio • October 17
Jan Lisiecki • November 13
Poiesis Quartet • January 28
Notos Piano Quartet • March 25
Constantinople • April 23

08/25/2026

🚨LOW TICKET WARNING🚨 LESS THAN 20 seats remain
James Ehnes and Andrew Armstrong | September 14 at 7:30 PM
Tickets at https://www.theboxoffice.ca/upcoming-events/cmk-james-ehnes-andrew-armstrong

08/19/2026

James Ehnes & Andrew Armstrong | September 14 | 7:30 PM
https://www.theboxoffice.ca/upcoming-events/cmk-james-ehnes-andrew-armstrong
**VERY LIMITED SEATING**
James Ehnes is back at the RCA. One of the most renowned violinists on the planet celebrates his 50th birthday with a tour across Canada, and the Mary Irwin Theatre is one of the stops. The two-time Grammy winner and 12-time JUNO Award winner, the most decorated classical musician in Canadian history, performs in recital with celebrated pianist Andrew Armstrong.

It is a rare opportunity to hear one of the world's greatest violinists in such an intimate space. Ehnes performs on the "Marsick" Stradivarius of 1715, valued at approximately $10 million CAD, an instrument crafted by Antonio Stradivari of Cremona over 300 years ago.

Tickets are going fast. Secure yours now.

Programme:
Sinding Suite Op 10
Brahms Sonata Op 108
—-int—
Carmen Braden Imaginal
Bartok Rhapsody No 1

08/18/2026

Single Concert Tickets
ON SALE NOW
https://www.theboxoffice.ca/season-tickets/chamber-music-kelowna-2026-27-season

08/17/2026

CMK Subscribers! This is your LAST CALL to renew your chosen seats for the upcoming season. Single concert tickets will be released TOMORROW August 18 at 10AM. Secure your seats TODAY at https://www.theboxoffice.ca/cmk-2026-27-purchase-subscription - Choice of 5 or all 6 concerts.

07/17/2026

Crescendo for a Cause | August 16 | 7PM | $25
Tickets: https://www.theboxoffice.ca/upcoming-events/crescendo-cause
Come and support music students and teachers in the Okanagan area! Join Arnold Draper and radio host Phil Johnson as they bring you an evening of chamber and solo music at the Kelowna Community Music School’s 2026 inaugural Benefit Concert. Witness the talent in the heart of the musical community in the Okanagan, demonstrated by students and alumni eager to share their passion, guided by teachers passing down their skills to the next generation of players.
This concert celebrates KCMS’s goal of encouraging every student to enjoy the journey, experience performing, and reach their full potential. Each musician’s unwavering dedication to their craft shines within their playing, revealing the tapestry of talent that captivates Okanagan audiences. Woven throughout the performance is the KCMS faculty’s leadership, mentorship, and collaborative abilities that support students to develop their creativity and maturity.
Your attendance helps KCMS grow, thrive, and continue to share the gift of musical learning with people who have a range of skills and abilities. With help from the community, we can continue to foster musical education within the Okanagan and transform Kelowna into a centre for learning and belonging.
50/50 Draw at the event - cash only. License #175361
Donations welcomed and appreciated at the event. Tax receipts available through our partner CanadaHelps. Thank you!

07/10/2026

Congratulations to our 2026 Arnold Draper Award Winners!
Alexandrina Thiessen, Voice
Alexandrina Thiessen has been studying music since she was 7, and singing classically since she was 12. Her passions include piano, music theory, composition, and most importantly, voice. Outside of music, she enjoys writing, reading, paddleboarding and hiking. Alex has been a member of Candesca as well as a student voice teacher at the Vernon Community Music School for the last 4 years. One of her favourite experiences was performing the Mozart Solemn Vespers with Candesca at Carnegie Hall in a chorus of 100! In the fall, she will be attending the University of Manitoba to further her studies in voice, music, and performance.

Peter Meyrick, Violin
Violinist and Violist Peter Meyrick grew up in Kelowna studying with John Suderman, and is currently under Ann Elliott-Goldschmidt and Joanna Hood at the University of Victoria. A passionate chamber musician, Peter believes in using music to connect performers and audiences. After graduation, he hopes to teach and play chamber music professionally.

Serafim Spekhalskiy, Piano
Serafim will be attending UBC starting in September of this year for a Bachelor of Music with a major in General Studies; he is hoping to transfer or re-audition for the Composition major. Serafim has been playing piano for twelve years and is very excited to dedicate himself to music.

07/08/2026

Thank you to all who attended The Quatuor Amis events this past June. Quail's Gate once again provided a stunning back drop for the June 23 event, complete with an extraordinary dinner menu.
Mary Irwin Theatre played host to the June 24 event, with bites and sips provided by Roma Nord Bistro. Thank you to Denise Griswald for the floral arrangement 💐 and photo credits 📷 go to Elvia Picco 🙏

07/03/2026

Greetings Chamber Music Kelowna fans! Have you renewed your subscription yet? You have until August 14, 2026 to renew and guarantee your seat location(s). After that, single tickets will be available and your seat may not! Renew at https://chambermusickelowna.ca/box-office/ . There is a link to download the form, should you have misplaced yours.
You can choose from a 5 or 6 concert package.
Our 2026-27 season concerts:
September 14: James Ehnes & Andrew Armstrong
October 17: Busch Trio
November 13: Jan Lisiecki, piano
January 28: Poiesis Quartet
March 25: Notos Quartett
April 23: Constantinople
All concerts are held at the Mary Irwin Theatre in the Rotary Centre for the Arts at 7:30 PM.