Cathedral Bluffs Symphony Orchestra

Cathedral Bluffs Symphony Orchestra Founded in 1985, the Cathedral Bluffs Symphony Orchestra excels in powerful performances, fostering musical growth.

New Music Director Martin MacDonald strengthens the orchestra's commitment to classical symphonic repertoire in Toronto's community. The Cathedral Bluffs Symphony Orchestra, founded by Clifford Poole and Neil Blair, has been delighting audiences with its impeccable musical quality, musical diversity and engaging programs since 1985. Under the baton of Maestro Norman Reintamm, the orchestra will present nine concerts this season, including a subscription series of five concerts at the state-of-the-art P.C. Ho Theatre in the Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Toronto. As one of Toronto’s premier community orchestras, it provides affordable high-quality symphony concerts, often with internationally acclaimed soloists, allowing its members an exciting, welcoming performance environment and collaborations with other arts organizations. It is deeply entrenched in building culture in its local community, and is known for creating performance opportunities for aspiring young musicians.

10/03/2026
🎶 JUST 1 DAY TO GO! 🎶Tomorrow night, Cathedral Bluffs Symphony Orchestra opens its 41st season with A Hero’s Welcome — a...
10/02/2026

🎶 JUST 1 DAY TO GO! 🎶

Tomorrow night, Cathedral Bluffs Symphony Orchestra opens its 41st season with A Hero’s Welcome — an unforgettable evening of Tchaikovsky led by Music Director Martin MacDonald.

🎹 Featuring acclaimed Canadian pianist Michael Berkovsky performing Tchaikovsky’s spectacular Piano Concerto No. 1, followed by the passion and power of Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4.

📅 Tomorrow — Saturday, October 3
🕢 7:30 PM
📍 P.C. Ho Theatre, Scarborough

There’s still time to join us! Tickets start at just $25, and children 12 & under are FREE.
🎟️ Get your tickets today at cathedralbluffs.com

Come celebrate opening night with us!

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09/29/2026

🎹 More Than Playing the Notes: Connecting With Your Audience
What advice would acclaimed pianist Michael Berkovsky give to the next generation of young musicians?

In this clip from my recent conversation with Michael, he shares an important lesson that goes far beyond practising and performing: learn how to connect with your audience.

Michael encourages young musicians to create their own opportunities, find places to perform, build an audience, and share the extraordinary music they work so hard to bring to life. 🎶

🎥 Want to hear more from Michael?

Watch my full interview with Michael Berkovsky, where we talk about his musical journey, performing, teaching, and his approach to Tchaikovsky.

👉 Watch the full interview on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7xTTet1SYWQ&t=194s

Then come and hear Michael LIVE with the Cathedral Bluffs Symphony Orchestra!
🎹 A HERO’S WELCOME
📅 Saturday, October 3 | 7:30 PM
🎼 Tchaikovsky — Piano Concerto No. 1
🎟️ Tickets start at $25 | Children 12 & under FREE
Book your tickets at: www.cathedralbluffs.com

Great music. Stronger communities.

Ontario Arts Council - Conseil des arts de l'Ontario The Royal Conservatory Ludwig van Toronto The New Classical 96.3 FM

🎙️ CBSO IN THE SPOTLIGHT!Our Music Director Martin MacDonald sat down with Classical FM / Ludwig Van to talk about the C...
09/29/2026

🎙️ CBSO IN THE SPOTLIGHT!

Our Music Director Martin MacDonald sat down with Classical FM / Ludwig Van to talk about the Cathedral Bluffs Symphony Orchestra and our exciting 2026–2027 season opener, A Hero’s Welcome! 🎶

With opening night just days away, it’s the perfect time to hear Martin’s thoughts on the music, the orchestra, and what audiences can look forward to this season.

👉 Read the interview here:
https://classicalfm.ca/ludwig-van/toronto/2026/09/29/interview-music-director-martin-macdonald-talks-about-the-cathedral-bluffs-symphony-orchestra-season-opener

🎼 A HERO’S WELCOME
📅 Saturday, October 3 | 7:30 PM
🎹 Featuring pianist Michael Berkovsky
🎵 Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto No. 1 & Symphony No. 4

Great music. Stronger communities.

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The Cathedral Bluffs Symphony Orchestra will open the 2026/27 season with A Hero’s Welcome on October 3, featuring pianist Michael Berkovsky.

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