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SUMMARY:Oceanside Concert Choir
DESCRIPTION:Under the direction of well-known Musical Director\, Ann Barber – Becqué\, Oceanside Music’s Concert Choir is busy rehearsing Johannes Brahms A German Requiem to be sung in English at their spring concert. This concert is sure to please with featured guest soloists and musicians. Mark your calendar and check back for more concert and ticket information to be announced shortly.
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/oceanside-concert-choir/
LOCATION:knox united church\, 345 Pym Street\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 1C8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250413T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250413T163000
DTSTAMP:20260515T014133
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T173128Z
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SUMMARY:Brahms' Requiem
DESCRIPTION:Oceanside Music’s Concert Choir performs Brahms’ Requiem this spring\, accompanied by the Nanaimo Chamber Orchestra and Faire Wynds Quintet\, and featuring soloists Andrea Rodall and Michael MacKinnon\, and timpanist\, Barb Tease. Under the direction of Ann Barber-Becqué\, you’re in for a thrilling afternoon of this large-scale performance with 7 movements\, Brahm’s longest composition and largest ensemble-work. \nGeneral admission\, $30\nOnline: https://app.ticketowl.io/Z8XvFQ7yELGXvyTD/event/Z9Bhh5rN3NzsDEQu\nUnsold tickets will be available at the door. Doors opens at 2pm. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/brahms-requium/
LOCATION:knox united church\, 345 Pym Street\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 1C8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250419T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250419T160000
DTSTAMP:20260515T014133
CREATED:20250116T181611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250316T235808Z
UID:10000014-1745071200-1745078400@oceanside-music.ca
SUMMARY:A Spring Bouquet
DESCRIPTION:Oceanside Music’s Consort A Cappella Singers offer A Spring Bouquet with variety of songs to welcome the long-awaited season. Under the direction of Musical Director\, Ann Barber-Becqué\, this group is known for its beautifully blended rich voices and for performing a variety of genres and styles of music that are sure to please. Their winter concert was a sell out\, so don’t wait to buy your tickets. Limited seating available. \nGeneral Admission $20 (Limited seating available.)\nOnline tickets: https://app.ticketowl.io/Z8XvFQ7yELGXvyTD/event/Z9N2BqTMRLGysvvk\nIn person: Fireside Books (Parksville); Outdoor Edge (Qualicum)\nUnsold tickets will be available at the door. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/a-spring-bouquet/
LOCATION:knox united church\, 345 Pym Street\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 1C8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250503T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250503T163000
DTSTAMP:20260515T014133
CREATED:20250305T154928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T171506Z
UID:10000017-1746282600-1746289800@oceanside-music.ca
SUMMARY:Here We Grow Again
DESCRIPTION:Oceanside Music presents the inaugural concert of the Adult Beginners Concert Band (ABC Band) where this large group of adult beginner musicians will show off their musical skills gained since the band’s inception 8 months ago. Under the leadership of Ed Dumas\, the band will dazzle you with their musicality playing a variety of music including rock\, classical\, and lyrical ballads. Joining them is Oceanside Concert Band\, also under the direction of Ed Dumas. Enjoy four nautical songs performed by this well established band and then\, in genuine camaraderie\, the final two numbers of the concert when both bands join forces and play on stage together. \nAdults $20. Students $10.\nOnline:https://app.ticketowl.io/Z8XvFQ7yELGXvyTD/event/Z8kF-UBXwExVO-L-\nUnsold tickets will be available at the door. Doors open at 2pm. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/here-we-grow-again/
LOCATION:knox united church\, 345 Pym Street\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 1C8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250525T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250525T163000
DTSTAMP:20260515T014133
CREATED:20250116T013535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T134943Z
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SUMMARY:Swing into Spring
DESCRIPTION:Oceanside Big Band performs Swing into Spring producing that typical big band sound we all love. The harmonic blending of saxes\, trumpets\, trombones and rhythm sections are sure to keep your toes tapping all afternoon. The concert includes smooth vocals and instrumental solos from several of the band’s musicians from this talented 16-piece band.\n\n\nTickets\nAdults $25. Students $15. https://app.ticketowl.io/Z8XvFQ7yELGXvyTD/event/Z-VYctITMrz65_Cp\nAlso available by cash only at Fireside Books (Parksville) and Outdoor Edge (Qualicum).\nUnsold tickets will be available at the door. Doors open at 2pm. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/oceanside-big-band/
LOCATION:knox united church\, 345 Pym Street\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 1C8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250611T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250611T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T014133
CREATED:20250430T072625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T043522Z
UID:10000019-1749668400-1749673800@oceanside-music.ca
SUMMARY:Adult Beginner Concert Band Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Following the success of its first year\, our Oceanside Adult Beginner Concert Band will begin its second year in September\, 2025. Whether you are a new or experienced musician interested in learning to play a particular instrument\, this group is for you. Under the direction of Ed Dumas\, Musical Director\, new musicians will learn to play the flute\, clarinet\, sax\, trumpet\, trombone\, euphonium\, tuba or percussion. Music is provided. \nJoin us at our information session to meet Ed and learn more about the Adult Beginner Concert Band.
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/adult-beginner-concert-band-information-session/
LOCATION:St. Edmunds Anglican Church\, 407 Wembley Road\, Parksville\, BC\, V9P 2W9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250620T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250620T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T014133
CREATED:20250512T194713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T034600Z
UID:10000153-1750446000-1750451400@oceanside-music.ca
SUMMARY:Oceanside Pops Choir - Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Oceanside Music’s newest choral group begins rehearsals on Thursday nights in September of 2025. This choir will focus on contemporary music under the direction of Musical Director\, Carole Baker\, and accompanied by pianist\, Wendy Alexander. \nCarole Baker is a retired educator with 32 years of teaching experience\, working primarily in the Coquitlam School District. As a music educator\, she taught choir\, vocal jazz\, band and jazz band to grade 9 to 12 students\, which performed extensively both locally and abroad. She was also Music Director of 19 school musicals\, coaching all vocal work and directing the pit bands for each performance. \nJoin Carole at our information session to learn more about Oceanside Pops Choir. All singers welcome. \nThis is a free public event.
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/oceanside-pops-choir-information-session/
LOCATION:McMillan Arts Centre\, 133 McMillan Street\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 1C8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250903T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250903T183000
DTSTAMP:20260515T014133
CREATED:20250820T221748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T221748Z
UID:10000154-1756918800-1756924200@oceanside-music.ca
SUMMARY:Oceanside Music Open House
DESCRIPTION:LIKE TO SING? LIKE TO PLAY? LIKE TO LEARN?\nOceanside Music offers something for everyone\, including students.\n \nSwing by our open house to learn about Oceanside Music\, our 7 musical groups and newly launched education series.\n \nMeet our Musical Directors\, Ann Barber-Becqué\, Ed Dumas and Carole Baker to learn about our 7 musical groups\, their rehearsal schedules and concert dates. If you are interested in learning to read music\, you’ll want to meet educator\, Ed Dumas\, to learn about our first educational offer\, Music Theory Level 1. \nThis event is open to the public\, including high school students. All levels of experience welcome. \nCome out to learn more about what Oceanside Music Association\, a leading force in promoting\, developing\, fostering and encouraging instrumental and vocal music and all related performing arts in the Oceanside has to offer. \nSing with us. Play with us. Learn with us. \nJoin Us. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/oceanside-music-open-house/
LOCATION:MacMillan Arts Centre\, 133 McMillan Street\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 1C8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250904T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250904T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T014133
CREATED:20250504T172612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T181241Z
UID:10000152-1757012400-1757016000@oceanside-music.ca
SUMMARY:Music Theory Course - Level 1
DESCRIPTION:Oceanside Music introduces its first music theory course for beginner and experienced musicians wanting to learn to read music. The course is instructed by our Musical Director\, Ed Dumas\, B.Ed.\, M.A.Ed.\, retired educator and band conductor with over 40 years’ experience. Participants will learn: \n\nNote names\nBase and treble clef\nNote and rest durations\nRhythm and counting\n4/4\, 3/4 and 2/4 time signatures\nStep and leap motion\nDotted notes\nTones & semitones\nTies and slurs\nDynamics\nTempo and style terms\nRepeats\nArticulation markings\nFlats\, sharps\, and natural signs\nWhole and half steps\nEnharmonic notes\nTetrachords and major scales\nChromatic scales\nScale design names\nIntroduction to intervals\nCircle of fifths\n\nCourse starts Thursday September 11th and ends Thursday December 11th\, 2025. Class time is 7-8pm.\nMaximum 36 participants.\nCost = $125 (includes $30 workbook) \nTO REGISTER:\nOnline: http://ticketowl.io/oceansidemusic\nCash or cheque: Email info@oceanside-music.ca or call 250 594 4755\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/music-theory-course-level-1-2/
LOCATION:Parksville Community Centre\, 223 Mills Street\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 2H3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251109T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251109T163000
DTSTAMP:20260515T014133
CREATED:20250820T223348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T211552Z
UID:10000156-1762698600-1762705800@oceanside-music.ca
SUMMARY:Remembering Heroes - A Salute to the Fallen
DESCRIPTION:In recognition of Remembrance Day\, Oceanside Big Band and special guests\, The Andrews Sisters and Mount Arrowsmith Pipe Band\, perform an afternoon of big band tunes and traditional pipe band songs of yesteryear. Join us for a memorable afternoon that is sure to feed your soul and fill your spirit at a time where coming together in song is much needed these days. \nAdults $25\nYouth/Students $15\nChildren 12 and under\, Free \nTickets available;\nOnline: https://app.ticketowl.io/Z8XvFQ7yELGXvyTD/event/aNQeBaJeVfQmTsX0\nUnsold tickets available at the door. Cash\, credit and debit card. Doors open at 2pm. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/oceanside-big-band-remembrance-day-themed-performance/
LOCATION:knox united church\, 345 Pym Street\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 1C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Musical Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251123T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251123T163000
DTSTAMP:20260515T014133
CREATED:20250820T224414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T211335Z
UID:10000157-1763908200-1763915400@oceanside-music.ca
SUMMARY:Olive\, The Other Reindeer!
DESCRIPTION:Families will not want to miss this performance of Olive\, the other Reindeer!\, a great way to set the tone for the holiday season. \nOceanside Concert Band\, conducted by Ed Dumas\, is looking forward to a jolly afternoon of winter cheer performing well-known seasonal songs and some twists on the traditional ones with selections like\, A Not So Silent Night and A Charlie Brown Christmas. Our special guest\, Alistair McVey\, a crowd favourite from Echo Players Theatre in Qualicum Beach\, will perform a reading of The Night Before Christmas with musical accompaniment. The afternoon also features the inaugural performance of Oceanside Pops Choir. Their lively selections will delight us as their Director\, Carole Baker\, leads them through their music. The concert culminates with a joint choir and band number that will strike a chord with one and all and finishes off with the invitation to the audience to join Olive\, the other reindeer\, in a sing-al-long of her favourite carol. \nAdults $25\nStudents/Youth $10\nChildren 12 and under\, free \nTickets\nOnline: https://app.ticketowl.io/Z8XvFQ7yELGXvyTD/event/aNV7H6JeVfQmTwud\nUnsold tickets available at the door. Cash\, credit and debit card. Doors open at 2pm. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/oceanside-concert-band-and-oceanside-pops-choir/
LOCATION:knox united church\, 345 Pym Street\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 1C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Musical Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251207T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251207T163000
DTSTAMP:20260515T014133
CREATED:20250820T222204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T154728Z
UID:10000155-1765117800-1765125000@oceanside-music.ca
SUMMARY:Oceanside Concert Choir Performs Handel's Messiah
DESCRIPTION:There’s nothing more traditional than the performance of Handel’s Messiah during the holiday season. Join Oceanside Concert Choir as they perform with the Nanaimo Chamber Orchestra and 4 featured soloists\, all under the direction of Musical Director\, Ann Barber-Becqué. \nAll tickets\, $30.\nOnline https://app.ticketowl.io/Z8XvFQ7yELGXvyTD/event/aN7_Us9txyWSWBJd\nEdge Outdoors (Qualicum) and Fireside Books (Parksville) Oct 15th – December 6th. CASH only.\nUnsold tickets will be available at the door. Cash or card. Doors open at 2pm.
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/oceanside-concert-choir-performs-handels-messiah/
LOCATION:knox united church\, 345 Pym Street\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 1C8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251213T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251213T160000
DTSTAMP:20260515T014133
CREATED:20251001T142748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T154916Z
UID:10000159-1765634400-1765641600@oceanside-music.ca
SUMMARY:Consort A Cappella Singers
DESCRIPTION:Join Oceanside Consort A Cappella Singers as 10 voices sing unaccompanied carols and songs in the cozy\, intimate setting of the fire-lit Knox Church Lounge. The delightful repertoire features songs from England\, Scotland & Wales; Puerto Rico\, Venezuela and Spain; the USA and Canada.\nLast year was a sell out. Get your tickets early. \nTickets\nAdult/Youth/Student $20\nChildren 12 and under\, free\nAvailable online https://app.ticketowl.io/Z8XvFQ7yELGXvyTD/event/aOmi76VqDi13GOUv\nUnsold tickets available at the door. Cash or card. Doors open at 1:30pm. \n  \n 
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/consort-a-cappella-singers/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260103T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260103T163000
DTSTAMP:20260515T014133
CREATED:20251007T200855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251214T171907Z
UID:10000161-1767450600-1767457800@oceanside-music.ca
SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Zachary Stevenson with Oceanside Big Band - 60 Years of Oceanside Music - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:This performance is sold out. Please click on the 7pm listing to purchase tickets. \n\nOceanside Music kicks off its 60th anniversary celebrations in 2026 featuring hometown favourite\, Zachary Stevenson (Buddy Holly) with Oceanside Big Band performing\, 60 Years of Oceanside Music. With two concert times to choose from\, you won’t want to miss Zachary’s performance of songs of yesteryear spanning over 6 decades\, and that Big Band sound we all love to hear. Join us for lively entertainment that is sure to delight everyone of all ages and keep you toe-tapping and dancing in the aisles. \nTwo performances to choose from on January 3rd\, 2025. 2:30pm and 7pm. \nTickets SOLD OUT\nOnline https://app.ticketowl.io/Z8XvFQ7yELGXvyTD/event/aOf8pW84iTtPwWnC\nEarly-bird pricing for tickets purchased before midnight Monday November 10th\, 2025.\nAdults $30.\nYouth/Student $20\nChildren 12 and under\, free.\n \nAfter November 10th\nAdults $35.\nYouth/Student $25\nChildren 12 and under\, free. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/oceanside-musics-60th-anniversary-kick-off-with-zachary-stevenson-and-oceanside-big-band/
LOCATION:knox united church\, 345 Pym Street\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 1C8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260103T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260103T210000
DTSTAMP:20260515T014133
CREATED:20251007T201220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T155306Z
UID:10000162-1767466800-1767474000@oceanside-music.ca
SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Zachary Stevenson with Oceanside Big Band - 60 Years of Oceanside Music - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT \nOceanside Music kicks off it’s 60th anniversary celebrations in 2026 featuring hometown favourite\, Zachary Stevenson (Buddy Holly)\, with Oceanside Big Band performing 60 Years of Oceanside Music. With two concert times to choose from\, you won’t want to miss Zachary’s performance of songs of yesteryear spanning over 6 decades\, and the Big Band sound we all love to hear. Join us for lively entertainment that is sure to delight everyone of all ages and keep you toe-tapping and dancing in the aisles. \nTwo performances to choose from on January 3rd\, 2025. 2:30pm and 7pm \nTickets\nOnline https://app.ticketowl.io/Z8XvFQ7yELGXvyTD/event/aOf8pW84iTtPwWnC\nEarly bird pricing for tickets purchased before midnight November 10th.\nAdults $30.\nYouth/Student $20\nChildren 12 and under\, free.\n\nAfter November 10th\nAdults $35\nYouth/Student $25\nChildren 12 and under – free \nTHIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/oceanside-musics-60th-anniversary-kick-off-with-zachary-stevenson-and-oceanside-big-band-2/
LOCATION:knox united church\, 345 Pym Street\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 1C8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260108T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260108T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T014133
CREATED:20251010T234501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T234730Z
UID:10000163-1767898800-1767902400@oceanside-music.ca
SUMMARY:Music Theory Course - Level 2
DESCRIPTION:Oceanside Music introduces its second music theory course\, perfect for musicians wanting to more deeply understand music theory. The course is instructed by our Musical Director\, Ed Dumas\, B.Ed.\, M.A.Ed.\, retired educator and band conductor with over 40 years’ experience. \nParticipants will learn: \nPerfect & major intervals \n• Primary triads in major keys \n• Minor intervals \n• Major & minor triads \n• Augmented & diminished \n• Dominant seventh chords \nIntervals \n• Chord inversions \n• Solfege names \n• Chord progressions \n• Transposition \n• Natural\, harmonic\, and \n• Counting 16th notes & and \nMelodic minor scales \nRests \n• Primary triads in minor keys \n• Cut time & common time \n• Arpeggios \n• Triplets \n• Harmonizing minor melodies \n• Compound time signatures \n• Intro to form in music \nCourse starts Thursday January 8th\, 2026 and ends Thursday April 9th\, 2026. Class time is 7-8pm.\nMaximum 36 participants. \nCost\n$95 for students having completed Music Theory – Level One\n$125 for new students (includes $30 workbook) \nTO REGISTER:\nOnline: http://ticketowl.io/oceansidemusic\nCash or cheque: Email info@oceanside-music.ca or call 250 594 4755
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/music-theory-course-level-2/
LOCATION:Parksville Community Centre\, 223 Mills Street\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 2H3\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260329T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260329T163000
DTSTAMP:20260515T014133
CREATED:20251127T171046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T155009Z
UID:10000177-1774794600-1774801800@oceanside-music.ca
SUMMARY:Favourites Old and New
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the 60th anniversary of Oceanside Music Association and the 57th anniversary of its Concert Choir as this dynamic choral group performs Favourites Old and New\, with guest cellist\, Ken Mann. Enjoy a collection of songs performed by the choir over the last 6 decades\, some of which were arranged by former conductors\, Dr. John Lewis and Joan Gosselin\, as well as current conductor\, Ann Barber-Becqué.  The diverse concert repertoire ranges over musical history from the Baroque Jesu\, Joy of Man’s Desiring by J.S. Bach\, through the Classical period with excerpts from Haydn’s Creation and Mozart’s Requiem\, to the Romantic and Impressionistic periods of Mendelssohn’s Elijah\, and Fauré’s Requiem and Cantique de Jean Racine. Modern composers John Rutter and Karl Jenkins major works are also represented\, along with Folk music\, Canadiana\, and shorter songs by Randall Thompson and Eric Whitacre. Join us for a wonderful family event that will engage audiences of all ages and take many who have attended previous concerts down memory lane. \nTickets available online at https://app.ticketowl.io/Z8XvFQ7yELGXvyTD/event/aZFfZxIK_bp0PvNk\nAdults $25\nStudents/Youth $15\nChildren 12 and under\, free. \nTickets also available at Edge Outdoors (Qualicum) and Fireside Books (Parksville) from February 18th to March 28th. CASH only. \nUnsold tickets available at the door. Cash and credit and debit card. Doors open at 2pm. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/favourites-old-and-new/
LOCATION:knox united church\, 345 Pym Street\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 1C8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260412T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260412T163000
DTSTAMP:20260515T014133
CREATED:20260128T035651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260208T151344Z
UID:10000182-1776004200-1776011400@oceanside-music.ca
SUMMARY:Growing Together
DESCRIPTION:In its 60th year of presenting musical events in the community\, Oceanside Music Association is pleased to present the Oceanside Adult Beginner Concert Band and the Oceanside Intermediate Concert Band in their joint performance of Growing Together. Both ensembles will present selections of songs that represent their growth throughout the year\, showcasing their musical progress and achievement. Under the direction of Musical Director\, Ed Dumas\, the bands will engage the audience with marches\, concert selections\, rhapsodic pieces\, medleys\, show tunes and more! Come out and support these two Oceanside Music bands and enjoy live music showcased by our budding musicians! \nTickets available online: https://app.ticketowl.io/Z8XvFQ7yELGXvyTD/event/aYUIe7bnJdjce8Ud\nAdults $15\nYouth/Student $5\nChildren 12 and under\, free \nUnsold tickets available at the door. Cash\, debit and credit card. Doors open 30 minutes prior to performance time. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/growing-together/
LOCATION:Jensen Centre\, 132 Jensen Avenue\, East\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 0G9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260418T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260418T160000
DTSTAMP:20260515T014133
CREATED:20251221T195101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T155005Z
UID:10000180-1776520800-1776528000@oceanside-music.ca
SUMMARY:Songs From the Heart
DESCRIPTION:There’s much to celebrate at this afternoon concert performed by Oceanside Music Association’s only A Cappella group. Steeped in 25 years of history with the Association\, this musical group has had many names and performed numerous songs under the direction of many conductors. Known today as Oceanside Consort A Cappella Singers under the direction of conductor\, Ann Barber-Becqué\, this group will celebrate their history and the 60th Anniversary of Oceanside Music Association with a eclectic mix of songs they love from the early madrigals by Thomas Morley and John Farmer (c. 1600)\, through folk songs of the British Isles and Canada\, popular music and philosophy. The group will also sing two songs arranged by former conductor\, Joan Gosseline\, of the Allegro Madrigal Singers\, which was active before 2001. Join us for an eclectic mix of harmonized song in an intimate setting. \nAdults $20. Student/Youth $15. Children under 12\, free.\nOnline tickets https://app.ticketowl.io/Z8XvFQ7yELGXvyTD/event/aakzj2xCSr4_6ndE\nUnsold tickets available at the door. Cash and card. Doors open at 1:30pm. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/oceanside-consort-a-cappella-singers/
LOCATION:knox united church\, 345 Pym Street\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 1C8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260426T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260426T163000
DTSTAMP:20260515T014133
CREATED:20251210T175617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T165646Z
UID:10000179-1777213800-1777221000@oceanside-music.ca
SUMMARY:Of Castles and Kings
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of our 60th year\, Oceanside Music Association is proud to present Oceanside Concert Band’s 2026 spring concert\, Of Castles and Kings\, directed by Musical Director\, Ed Dumas. Suitable for all ages\, the performance promises to be filled with grand songs inspired by the castles of the United Kingdom. Enjoy the highlights of armoured battles and a flowing piece that conjures up Maid Marion imagery.  An upbeat piece by Karl King has the frogs of the moat making an appearance too! \nLast season’s concert was a sell out. Don’t miss out on this wonderful afternoon of music suitable for the entire family. Get your tickets now.  https://app.ticketowl.io/Z8XvFQ7yELGXvyTD/event/aYQZTLbnJdjce47v\nAdults $25\nStudent/Youth $15\nChildren 12 and under\, free. \nUnsold tickets will be available at the door. Cash\, debit and credit card accepted. Doors open 30 minutes prior to performance time.  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/of-castles-and-kings/
LOCATION:knox united church\, 345 Pym Street\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 1C8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260509T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260509T163000
DTSTAMP:20260515T014133
CREATED:20251127T211949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T154512Z
UID:10000178-1778337000-1778344200@oceanside-music.ca
SUMMARY:Pop of Ages!
DESCRIPTION:Oceanside Pops Choir performs Pop of Ages! in celebration of Oceanside Music’s 60th anniversary. Catch the musical wave of songs from the 1950s through to the 2000s and special guest\, The Classical Jazz Trio\, with Grant Freeman\, Dave Mitchell and Wayne Finucan. You won’t want to miss this 68-member choir’s first solo performance of harmonized popular songs. Get your tickets early. Last season they wowed our audience with their inaugural performance with our Concert Band at a sell out performance. \nTickets https://app.ticketowl.io/Z8XvFQ7yELGXvyTD/event/aY8-LBIK_bp0PoGF\nAdult $25\nStudent/Youth $15\nChildren 12 and under\, free.\nUnsold tickets will be available at the door. Cash or credit/debit card. Doors open at 1:45pm. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/pop-of-ages-a-collection-of-songs-to-be-performed-by-oceanside-pops-choir/
LOCATION:knox united church\, 345 Pym Street\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 1C8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260513T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T014133
CREATED:20250928T134418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T183926Z
UID:10000158-1778698800-1778702400@oceanside-music.ca
SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Open to Members of Oceanside Music Association only.  \nOceanside Music Association hosts its Annual General Meeting. Join us to learn about the Association’s activities\, accomplishments and finances for the past fiscal year. Elections will be held for the Board’s executive positions of President\, Vice President\, Treasurer\, Director of Marketing & Communications and Secretary. Voting open to existing Members of the Association only. \nWhen: Wednesday May 13th\, 2026\nStart Time: 7pm\nWhere: Arbutus Grove Church\, 170 Hirst Avenue\, West\, Parksville \nREGISTRATION REQUIRED. \nOnline https://app.ticketowl.io/o/Z8XvFQ7yELGXvyTD/event/aeeELGDe1hpWI0fz\nOR\nEmail marketing@oceanside-music.ca or 250 594 4755 (message) \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:Arbutus Grove Church\, 170 Hirst Avenue\, West\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 0H7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260531T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260531T163000
DTSTAMP:20260515T014133
CREATED:20251221T195356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T074720Z
UID:10000181-1780237800-1780245000@oceanside-music.ca
SUMMARY:Spotlight on the Big Band
DESCRIPTION:Oceanside Big Band continues to celebrate Oceanside Music’s 60th anniversary year with their spring concert\, Spotlight on the Big Band\, featuring every instrument and musician of the group and special guests\, Jon Roper and Koralee Tonack. \nOnline tickets at https://app.ticketowl.io/Z8XvFQ7yELGXvyTD/event/aZFlWRIK_bp0PvTz\nAdult $30\nStudent/Youth $20\nChildren under 12\, free \nUnsold tickets available at the door. Cash and credit and debit card. Doors open at 2pm. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/spotlight-on-the-big-band/
LOCATION:knox united church\, 345 Pym Street\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 1C8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261121T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261121T163000
DTSTAMP:20260515T014133
CREATED:20260401T215648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T183455Z
UID:10000183-1795271400-1795278600@oceanside-music.ca
SUMMARY:SING MEETS SWING
DESCRIPTION:Oceanside Music Association continues celebrating its 60th Anniversary year with a powerhouse collaboration. Our Big Band and Pops Choir are joining forces for what promises to be one of the the most high-energy concerts of the winter. Full details are coming soon. Check back to learn more about this exciting performance by our two of our 6 performing musical groups. In the meantime\, take advantage of our early bird tickets and secure your spot! \nTickets https://app.ticketowl.io/Z8XvFQ7yELGXvyTD/event/ac2XW3GIbvk8t0wd\nEarly bird pricing June 30th\, 2026\nAdult $25\nStudent/Youth $15\nChildren 12 and under\, free. \nJuly 1st onward; https://app.ticketowl.io/Z8XvFQ7yELGXvyTD/event/ac2XW3GIbvk8t0wd\nAdult $30\nStudent/Youth $20\nChildren 12 and under\, free \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/sing-meets-swing-2/
LOCATION:knox united church\, 345 Pym Street\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 1C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Musical Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261121T210000
DTSTAMP:20260515T014133
CREATED:20260401T220038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T183603Z
UID:10000184-1795287600-1795294800@oceanside-music.ca
SUMMARY:SING MEETS SWING
DESCRIPTION:Oceanside Music Association continues celebrating its 60th Anniversary year with a powerhouse collaboration. Our Big Band and Pops Choir are joining forces for what promises to be one of the the most high-energy concerts of the winter. Full details are coming soon. Check back to learn more about this exciting performance by our two of our 6 performing musical groups. In the meantime\, take advantage of our early bird tickets and secure your spot! \nTickets https://app.ticketowl.io/Z8XvFQ7yELGXvyTD/event/ac2Z23GIbvk8t03W\nEarly bird pricing until June 30th\, 2026\nAdult $25\nStudent/Youth $15\nChildren 12 and under\, free. \nJuly 1st onward; https://app.ticketowl.io/Z8XvFQ7yELGXvyTD/event/ac2Z23GIbvk8t03W\nAdult $30\nStudent/Youth $20\nChildren 12 and under\, free
URL:https://oceanside-music.ca/event/sing-meets-swing/
LOCATION:knox united church\, 345 Pym Street\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 1C8\, Canada
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