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SUMMARY:Mermaids & Mariners
DESCRIPTION:Spring 2025 finds the Oceanside Concert Band ‘heading off to sea’ with grand works\, harrowing journeys\, tall ships\, a dash of pirate’s adventure\, and mermaids thrown in to spice up the mix. \nThis concert debuts the band’s new Musical Director\, Ed Dumas\, who\, after 30 years’ experience conducting school and community bands\, and six years nestled in the OCB trumpet section\, took the director’s helm this past January. \nThe pièce de résistance of the spring concert will be the guest appearance of the Maple Ridge Concert Band performing under the directorship of John van Deursen and Geeta Das. Oceanside Concert Band is extremely proud and honored to host this incredibly talented group from the mainland and hope you will attend as both bands set sail with Mermaids & Mariners\, a concert of resonating sound that is sure to please. \nTickets \nAdults\, $25. Students\, $15.\nOnline: https://app.ticketowl.io/Z8XvFQ7yELGXvyTD/event/Z8Xwfyr4MPeZeYSC\n*Unsold tickets will be available at the door. Doors open at 2pm. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/mermaids-mariners/
LOCATION:knox united church\, 345 Pym Street\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 1C8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Together in Song: Chorus in Triplicate
DESCRIPTION:Oceanside Music is proud to present an extraordinary concert of 3 remarkable Vancouver Island choirs. Oceanside Music’s Consort A Cappella Singers\, Nanaimo’s Island Bel Canto Singers\, and Comox’s Island Voices Chamber Choir. \nOceanside Music Consort A Cappella Singers is a 15-member mixed choir from the Oceanside area. These choristers perform songs with 4 to 8-part harmonies and with occasional instrumental accompaniment. Directed by Ann Barber-Becqué\, the choir sings a diverse repertoire that includes classical works\, traditional madrigals\, new compositions from modern composers as well as Canadiana\, pop music\, show tunes and vocal jazz. The Consort performs in the spring and fall at Knox United Church and at smaller venues throughout the Oceanside community. \nIsland Bel Canto Singers is a women’s adult treble choir based in Nanaimo. Its 30 members enjoy performing everything from classical to newly composed pieces\, pop and folk songs\, as well as supporting Canadian composers. Directed by Fiona Blackburn\, the choir will perform four other concerts this spring in Nanaimo and Parksville. For more information\, visit www.islandbelcanto.ca. \nIsland Voices Chamber Choir is a mixed SATB choir from the Comox area with 34 members. Directed by John Hooper\, their motto is to sing ‘excellent songs excellently’. This choir focusses on original compositions from the 16th to the 21st century and performs in a variety of venues on the east side of the Island throughout the year. For more information\, visit www.islandvoiceschamberchoir.bc.ca. \nEnjoy an afternoon of harmonious music as these three choirs deliver a memorable show. \nAll tickets\, $25.00.\nOnline:  https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/together-in-song-choirs-in-triplicate-tickets-1242852919539\nIn-person: Edge Outdoors (Qualicum) and Fireside Books (Parksville). Cash or cheque only.\nUnsold tickets will be available at the door on the day of the performance. Doors open a 2pm.
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/together-in-song-chorus-in-triplicate/
LOCATION:knox united church\, 345 Pym Street\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 1C8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Rejoice and be Merry
DESCRIPTION:Oceanside Music presents Oceanside Consort A Capella Singers’ winter concert\, Rejoice and be Merry\, featuring an eclectic mix of traditional and international carols\, pop\, folk\, jazz\, and Canadiana. Join Musical Director Ann Barber-Becqué and singers for an intimate evening of beautifully harmonized voices occasionally accompanied by Danielle Markle\, cello; Mary Jane Schuler\, piano; and Ann Barber-Becqué\, piano and double bass. \nTickets\nGeneral admission\, $15. Cash or cheque only.\nTickets sold at the door. Doors open at 6:30pm.  \n 
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/rejoice-and-be-merry/
LOCATION:knox united church\, 345 Pym Street\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 1C8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Christmas Treasures
DESCRIPTION:Audiences of all ages are sure to enjoy the rich sound of the Oceanside Concert Choir as they perform their Christmas Treasures concert this December. Conducted by Musical Director Ann Barber-Becqué and accompanied by pianist\, Margaret Nelson\, the choir will perform Camille Saint-Saëns’ Christmas Oratorio\, sung in English\, with guest soloists Andrea Rodall\, soprano; Adam Dyjach\, tenor; Michael MacKinnon\, bass; and Shanté van Horlick\, mezzo soprano. Later in the program enjoy a collection of festive songs featuring solos by choir members\, Hilary Whelton\, David Perry\, Richard de Candole\, and Emma Rainforth\, and the final song Christmas Peace Canon\, accompanied by Oceanside Concert Band flautist\, Laurie Dumas. \nTickets\nGeneral admission – $25. Cash or cheque (payable to PDMA).\nAvailable at Fireside Books (Parksville) and Edge Outdoors (Qualicum) November 13th to November 29th\, or at the door. Doors open at 2pm.   \n 
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/christmas-treasures/
LOCATION:knox united church\, 345 Pym Street\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 1C8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:A Bucket Full of Music
DESCRIPTION:Oceanside Concert Band’s performs A Bucket Full of Music\, an interesting mix of songs that include the exciting rythmic overture\, Dragons Fly On the Winds of Time\, the beautiful arrangement of the traditional Scottish tune\, Loch Lomond\, Gershwin Classics\, a medley of recognizable Gershwin tunes\, the exciting Spanish march\, Amporito Roca\, selections from the famous Broadway musical\, Cats and more. Be transported into the holiday season when you hear A Christmas Festival in collaboration with guest\, Oceanside Concert Choir\, directed by Ann Barber-Becqué\, as well as their performance of Christmas Peace Cana accompanied by the concert band’s flautist\, Laurie Dumas\, and other seasonal songs. Come one\, come all. There’s something for everyone at this concert. \nTickets\nAdults $25. Students $15. Cash or cheque only.\nAvailable at the door. Doors open at 2pm.\n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/a-bucket-full-of-music/
LOCATION:knox united church\, 345 Pym Street\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 1C8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Misty Autumn and Jazz Dreams
DESCRIPTION:A fun-filled toe-tapping evening awaits with Oceanside Big Band’s winter concert\, Autumn Mist and Jazz Dreams featuring timeless hits from the 40s to today. The 17-member band of talented musicians under the direction of Musical Director\, Dave Fullerton\, is sure to get you humming and dancing in the aisles with songs\, Misty\, Rockin’ Robin\, The Chicken\, Black Coffee\, Days of Wine and Roses\, Funky Cha Cha\, and Happy. You’ll enjoy the vocal feature It Don’t Mean a Thing if it Aint’ Got That Swing\, sung by Gary Lovell\, local crooner\, and three other songs he’ll perform with just bass and drums. \nTickets\nAdults $25. Students $10. Children under 10\, free. Cash or cheque only.\nAvailable at the door. Doors open at 6:30pm.
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/misty-autumn-and-jazz-dreams/
LOCATION:knox united church\, 345 Pym Street\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 1C8\, Canada
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