Events
February 2026
OnStage: Serenade for Strings
February 19
Sit where the musicians sit… onstage! Serenade for Strings brings together the emotional depth of Elgar, Price, and Wagner in a performance that showcases the full range of string orchestration. Geoffrey Larson, conductor PROGRAM ELGAR: Serenade for String Orchestra PRICE: Andante Moderato for String Orchestra WAGNER: Siegfried Idyll What’s something interesting about this concert? Edward...
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Café Concert: Serenade for Strings
February 20
Enjoy your morning coffee on stage with music and the WSO! Serenade for Strings brings together the emotional depth of Elgar, Price, and Wagner in a performance that showcases the full range of string orchestration. Geoffrey Larson, conductor PROGRAM ELGAR: Serenade for String Orchestra PRICE: Andante Moderato for String Orchestra WAGNER: Siegfried Idyll What’s something...
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Faith, Trial and Redemption – Interfaith Panel
March 6
A Special Interfaith Panel Faith, Trial and Redemption Mendelssohn’s Elijah and the Holy Books of Islam, Judaism and Christianity Moderated by WSO Conductor Laureate, John Morris Russell Friday, March 6, 2026 11:30am to 2:00pm University of Windsor Alan Wildeman Centre for Creative Arts 360 Freedom Way (adjacent to the UofW Armouries campus in Downtown Windsor) TICKETS: $40 Includes...
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Mendelssohn’s Elijah
March 7
Reggie Smith Jr. (bass) returns to sing the title role in Mendelssohn’s Elijah – a dramatic oratorio that captures the biblical prophet’s struggles and triumphs. This concert features the WSO Chorus, Windsor Classic Chorale, the University of Windsor Singers, along with vocalists Amelia Daigle (soprano), Jael Hernandez (soprano), Erin Armstrong (alto), and Philip Klaassen (tenor). John Morris Russell, guest conductor Amelia Daigle, soprano Jael Hernandez, soprano Erin Armstrong,...
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Mendelssohn’s Elijah
March 8
Reggie Smith Jr. (bass) returns to sing the title role in Mendelssohn’s Elijah – a dramatic oratorio that captures the biblical prophet’s struggles and triumphs. This concert features the WSO Chorus, Windsor Classic Chorale, the University of Windsor Singers, along with vocalists Amelia Daigle (soprano), Jael Hernandez (soprano), Erin Armstrong (alto), and Philip Klaassen (tenor). John Morris Russell, guest conductor Amelia Daigle, soprano Jael Hernandez, soprano Erin Armstrong,...
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OnStage: Lillian Plays Boccherini
March 12
Sit where the musicians sit… onstage! Concertmaster Lillian Scheirich, along with the WSO, brings to life the works of Wijeratne, Boccherini, and José Evangelista, showcasing a diverse range of styles and emotions. From Wijeratne’s A Letter from the After-life, inspired by a quatrain from The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám, to the joy of Boccherini, and...
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Café Concert: Lillian Plays Boccherini
March 13
Enjoy your morning coffee on stage with music and the WSO! Concertmaster Lillian Scheirich, along with the WSO, brings to life the works of Wijeratne, Boccherini, and José Evangelista, showcasing a diverse range of styles and emotions. From Wijeratne’s A Letter from the After-life, inspired by a quatrain from The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám, to...
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Family Concert: Lift Every Voice: A Concert for Freedom
March 14
Master storyteller Lana Talbot and the combined choruses of Windsor’s historic Black churches share music’s role in the journey to freedom undertaken by Essex’s first Black residents. Highlights include Wade in the Water, Amazing Grace, and Lift Every Voice. Geoffrey Larson, conductor Jan Radford, co-host Lana Talbot, guest reader Flo Ndimubandi, solo voice Combined Gospel...
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Family Concert: Lift Every Voice: A Concert for Freedom
March 14
Master storyteller Lana Talbot and the combined choruses of Windsor’s historic Black churches share music’s role in the journey to freedom undertaken by Essex’s first Black residents. Highlights include Wade in the Water, Amazing Grace, and Lift Every Voice. Geoffrey Larson, conductor Jan Radford, co-host Lana Talbot, guest reader Flo Ndimubandi, solo voice Combined Gospel...
Event DetailsApril 2026
Family Concert: The Jungle Book
April 11
Mowgli, Baloo the Bear, and more of Rudyard Kipling’s beloved characters from The Jungle Book come to life on stage in a charming children’s ballet, featuring the dancers of Dance Barre Windsor. Geoffrey Larson, conductor Jan Radford, co-host Dance Barre Windsor 10:00am & 11:30am. This concert is 45 minutes. General admission. Adults $10 / Children...
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Family Concert: The Jungle Book
April 11
Mowgli, Baloo the Bear, and more of Rudyard Kipling’s beloved characters from The Jungle Book come to life on stage in a charming children’s ballet, featuring the dancers of Dance Barre Windsor. Geoffrey Larson, conductor Jan Radford, co-host Dance Barre Windsor 10:00am & 11:30am. This concert is 45 minutes. General admission. Adults $10 / Children...
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Sultans of String Return
April 18
Sultans of String return to the Capitol Theatre, bringing with them Walking Through the Fire – a powerful collection of collaborations with First Nations, Métis, and Inuit artists from across Turtle Island. Sultans of String honors the blend of musical styles and human innovation, captivating audiences. Geoffrey Larson, conductor Sultans of String: Chris McKhool – violin, vocals Drew Birston...
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