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ANDREW’S BLOG
Playlist: Gregory Hoskins
When putting together the ensemble for each Art of Time concert, there are two crucial factors I look for in artists; they must be an excellent musician and they must be great to be around. Gregory Hoskins is easily both.
Q & A
A Conversation with Jessica Mitchell
We first met Jessica Mitchell when she sang in our first-ever holiday concert, To All a Good Night. Her presence, both as a performer and a person, blew us away. We asked her a few questions so you could get to know her better.
Q & A
A Conversation with Jonathan Goldsmith
Composer Jonathan Goldsmith has been working with Art of Time since our very first concerts. We asked him a few questions about his inspiration, book list, and why he loves working with Art of Time.
Q & A
A Conversation with Earl McCluskie
Earl McCluskie is an integral part of the Ensemble, yet many people have never seen him on stage. As Sound Engineer, Earl's role is at the board making Art of Time sound it's best. We chatted with him about his experiences working with us.
ARTIST NEWS
Don McKellar inducted into Order of Canada
Don McKellar is amongst Canada's most prolific artists in stage, film, and television. His many accomplishments were acknowledged with his induction into the Order of Canada.
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The Songbook Series
The Songbook concert series involves the guest singer selecting twelve songs of their choice. The songs are then delegated to a group of master arrangers who, in turn, arrange them for a six piece ensemble that is comprised of three classical musicians and three pop/jazz improvisers with the intention of exploiting everyone’s respective strengths. The programs also include an instrumental that features the classical players.
Q & A
A Conversation with Cameron Wilson
Cameron Wilson's arrangements have been performed in many of Art of Time's concerts; our tribute to Lou Reed, Songbook programs with Madeleine Peyroux, Steven Page and Sarah Slean. He's joining the company of TZIGANE, as violinist for the hot jazz quartet Van Django. We asked him a few questions.
Q & A
A Conversation with Hoax Couture
Jim Searle and Chris Tyrell are the fashion masterminds behind Hoax Couture, the bespoke couturier designing the costuming for #lovesexbrahms, James Kudelka's world premiere for Intermezzi. We spoke to them about the process.
ANDREW’S BLOG
Music and Dance: My History with Peggy Baker
In preparing for the Intermezzi shows, I’ve been reflecting a lot on my work with Peggy Baker. Peggy and I have worked together for twenty years.
ARTIST NEWS
Danny Michel: New Tour, New Ride
Singer-songwriter Danny Michel is no stranger to hitting the road and touring. He's just announced a new cross-country tour is in the works, but this time he's venturing out with a remarkable new vehicle.
VIDEO Q & A
A Conversation with Robert Carli
Get to know composer and musician Robert (Rob) Carli as he chats about how minimalist composers influence his approach to writing pop music, what it's like to arrange The Beatles and why he listens to Hall & Oates.
ANDREW’S BLOG
Source & Inspiration
Last year, the Banff Centre asked me to create a residency program that would bring together singer songwriters with classical musicians. I proposed an idea that I had experimented with a number of times with Art of Time called Source & Inspiration.
Q & A
A Conversation With Erika Raum
Art of Time is always an adventure. Andrew has such an awareness that a concert must be an experience- it has to be a short, but complete journey. I also love his reinvention of the classics.
Q & A
A Conversation with Margaret Atwood
Human beings are inherently musical…
Q & A
A Conversation With Alejandra Ribera
It's a great challenge to interpret someone else's material and a huge gift to work with such immensely talented musicians. The arrangements are always innovative and beautiful and it takes me out of my comfort zone musically.
ANDREW’S BLOG
Welcome
Welcome everybody to our new website. This new virtual 'home' of ours is meant to eventually house our vast archives from the last 15 years - recordings, videos, a nod to everyone who has worked on our projects and to those who continue to inspire us.
VIDEO Q & A
A Conversation with Julian Richings
We sat down with I Send You This Cadmium Red actor Julian Richings and asked him some questions about Art of Time, his craft and his guilty pleasures.
VIDEO Q & A
A Conversation with Gregory Hoskins
Get to know singer Gregory Hoskins, a longtime collaborator with Art of Time Ensemble, in this video Q+A where he reveals details about his "blind date" with Andrew Burashko and his skills - or lack thereof - on the trumpet.
VIDEO Q & A
A Conversation with Thom Allison
Actor and singer Thom Allison shares his influences, his favourite performances and what he's reading right now.
Q & A
A Conversation with Liam Russell
Liam Russell's performance of John Lennon & Yoko Ono's "Happy Xmas/War is Over" was one of the most memorably moments from To All a Good Night. In anticipation of his return to the holiday stage, we asked him some questions.
NEWS
Volunteer with Art of Time
Art of Time is seeking a team of enthusiastic music lovers for the 17/18 Season. Click to learn more!
NEWS
Cadillac Fairview and Art of Time Ensemble partner to support young audiences
In an exciting new partnership, Cadillac Fairview (CF) joins Art of Time Ensemble as the Youth Champion Sponsor, supporting young audiences by removing financial barriers that prevent access to concerts. We believe that the enrichment music provides should be accessible to everyone, we’re grateful CF shares that belief.
ART OF TIME NEWS
The 20/20 Campaign
To celebrate our 20th Anniversary, a handful of lead donors have offered to match donations from our audience up to $20,000! Make your contribution and double your impact today.
ART OF TIME NEWS
Laura Mayo Appointed Executive Director of the Art of Time Ensemble
Laura Mayo has been announced as the new Executive Director of Toronto-based Art of Time Ensemble, effective immediately. Mayo joins the organization after almost five years at the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, most recently as Director of Pops and Special Concerts, as well as six years at the Southbank Centre in London, UK
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The Self-Isolation Playlist
This song list is a desire to share with you some of the music we’ve made over the years - a kind of offering at a time when everything is being taken away.
REMEMBERING BRENT CARVER
In Brent Carver’s memory and honour we would like to share these highlights of our first Toronto performances in May, 2015.