This piece by Lydia Perović was originally published in the Final Word section of our summer 2021...
Lydia Perović asks “Who’s to blame?” as the classical journo beat shrinks
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Laughing Out Lonely Matilde Böcher & Asger Kudahl
Tapestry Opera
Nancy & Ed Jackman Performance Centre
Jan 16 2026
21C Music Various
The Royal Conservatory of Music
Jan 18 2026
21C Music Various
The Royal Conservatory of Music
Jan 22 2026
Kishi Bashi Various
Royal Conservatory of Music
Koerner Hall
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21C Music Various
The Royal Conservatory of Music
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Mozart and Now Various
Colorado Symphony
Boettcher Concert Hall
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Canadian Opera Company
Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts
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21C Music Various
The Royal Conservatory of Music
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Salon 18 Various
Opera Unbound
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21C Music Various
The Royal Conservatory of Music
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