Spring Recitals: June 17-23, 2025
All students are invited to perform at the annual Chinook School of Music Spring Recitals. Each recital is approximately 60-75 minutes in length and will take place at cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Ave SW, featuring students of all skill levels and instruments.
Recital Tickets
All family members and guests of performers require a recital ticket which can be purchased using the links below. Theatre capacity is limited so it is advised to purchase your tickets at the time of signing-up for a recital. Tickets will not be available for sale at the door.
Tickets are $14 +GST & fees. Infants and small children sitting on the laps of parents do not require a ticket, otherwise all audience members require one. Tickets are not required for performers.
Refunds will not be issued for ticket cancellations less than 48 hours prior to the recital. Purchase your tickets using the links below.
Location and Parking
cSPACE Marda Loop is located at 1721 29 Ave SW, Calgary, AB. There is a surface parking lot located off 29th Avenue as well as street parking, especially on the historical side of the building on 30th Ave SW. Overflow parking is available at the Marda Loop Community Association at 3130 16 St SW.
Recital Details
Before you sign up, the following information is required:
Title of musical selection, composer's name, student's name, age, instrument, name of your instructor. Please reach out to your instructor if you require assistance with any of this information.
Musicians are welcome to sign up for one performance for each instrument they are enrolled in lessons for. Please fill out a registration form for each instrument. Musicians enrolled in a 30/45 minute voice/piano combo lesson are asked to perform either a piano or voice selection and not both. Students enrolled in a 60-minute combo lesson may choose to perform two selections. Duets and musical collaborations with teachers and other students are welcome.
Choosing a recital time:
If possible, musicians are encouraged to sign up for a recital time where your instructor can be present for the performance. Instructor names are listed with each recital time below and are based on when your instructor is available to attend. Please plan to stay for the full duration of the recital that you sign up for.
If you're no longer able to attend the recital time you've selected, please notify us as soon as possible. While we'll do our best to accommodate changes, spaces are limited and recitals fill up quickly. No recital changes will be accepted after June 12th.
Adult Student Recitals:
We have two recital times, Sunday, June 22 4:00pm and 6:30pm specifically dedicated for adult solo performances and group programs.
Concert attire for performers:
Dress pants, dress shoes, and dress shirt or skirt or dress, hair in a ponytail or bun. \
Deadline to sign up for Recitals:
May 24, 2025
Accompanists for Vocal, Flute and String Students
String, flute and vocal students may require an accompanist. Accompanists are available for our recitals at a charge of $36 which includes a 15-minute rehearsal and the live performance. Your instructor will submit your music on your behalf to administration. Rehearsals take place at Chinook School of Music South location, 3916 Macleod Trail.
Please have your instruments setup and tuned before your rehearsal time. Advanced students with selections longer than 5 minutes should book two rehearsal spots back to back.
Rehearsal times for June 17, 18, 19, 20, 23 Recitals:
Friday, June 13, 2:00-6:00PM
Saturday, June 14, 10:00AM-3:00PM
Sunday, June 15, 10:00AM-2;00PM
Accompanist: Susan Varcoe
Rehearsal times for June 21 & 22 Recitals:
Tuesday, June 17 and Wednesday, June 18th, 3:30-7:30PM
Accompanist: Juliana Jorge
Rehearsal times only for Indie Performers performing Tuesday, June 17, 7:00pm, Thursday, June 18, 5:30pm & 7:00pm, Sunday, June 22, 2:30pm
Sunday, June 15, 11:30AM-5:30PM
Tuesday, June 17, 3:00PM-7:30PM
Accompanist: Julian Iafelice
Sign up using your Wellnessliving account or the Chinook School of Music App under the “Book Now” tab. Find “Accompanist Sign up” then select “Accompanist Rehearsal at Chinook School of Music”
*Please ensure the accompanist you are registering for, is the accompanist for your recital using the details outlined above. If you require assistance, please contact the administration team.
Refunds will not be provided for cancellations made within 48 hours of the rehearsal or in the event of non-attendance of the rehearsal or performance.
Group Program Performances
Parents and guests can purchase tickets using the links below.
Ages 4&5 Beginner Group Violin: Sunday, June 22nd at 11:30am
Musical Theatre Ages 6-8: Tuesday, June 17th at 5:30pm and at 7:00pm
Musical Theatre Ages 8-12: Wednesday, June 18th at 5:30pm and at 7:00pm
Rock Band Thursday 7:15pm Group: Thursday June 19th at 5:30pm and 7:00pm
Rock Band Thursday 8:15pm Group: Friday June 20th at 5:30pm and 7:00pm
Rock Band Friday 5:30 pm Group: Saturday June 21st at 9:30am and 11:00am
Junior Rock Band Friday 6:30pm Group: Saturday June 21st at 2:00pm and 3:30pm
Fireside Ukulele, Strings Collective, & Adult Cello Choir: Sunday June 22nd, 4:00pm
Adult Jazz Combo & Rock Band: Sunday June 22nd, 6:30pm
Spring Recitals at cSPACE Marda Loop
Sign-up and purchase tickets
using the buttons below.
STUDENTS OF THE FOLLOWING TEACHERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SIGN UP FOR THIS RECITAL:
Sarah Nearing, Nataliia Lauria, Dan Chapman, Eva Pospisilova, Charlotte Pallister, Dylan Cooney, Katie Filson-Lau
STUDENTS OF THE FOLLOWING TEACHERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SIGN UP FOR THIS RECITAL:
Sarah Nearing, Nataliia Lauria, Dan Chapman, Eva Pospisilova, Charlotte Pallister, Dylan Cooney, Katie Filson-Lau
STUDENTS OF THE FOLLOWING TEACHERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SIGN UP FOR THIS RECITAL:
Sarah Nearing, Melissa Schroeder, Niel Bonnet, Joseph Fernando, Ryan Aguilar, Matthew Watchman, Chris MacRae
STUDENTS OF THE FOLLOWING TEACHERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SIGN UP FOR THIS RECITAL:
Sarah Nearing, Melissa Schroeder, Niel Bonnet, Joseph Fernando, Ryan Aguilar, Matthew Watchman, Chris MacRae, Susan Leontardis
STUDENTS OF THE FOLLOWING TEACHERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SIGN UP FOR THIS RECITAL:
Jennifer Frazer, Siyan Wang, Michelle Kyle, Julian Iafelice, Derek Haussecker, Meaghan Schulz
STUDENTS OF THE FOLLOWING TEACHERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SIGN UP FOR THIS RECITAL:
Jennifer Frazer, Siyan Wang, Catherine James Tetz, Michelle Kyle, Julian Iafelice, Meaghan Schulz
STUDENTS OF THE FOLLOWING TEACHERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SIGN UP FOR THIS RECITAL:
Rachel Gurnett, Elaine Liang, Catherine James Tetz, Anna Mendham, Michelle Kyle, David Blitt, Susan Leontardis
STUDENTS OF THE FOLLOWING TEACHERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SIGN UP FOR THIS RECITAL:
Rachel Gurnett, Elaine Liang, Anna Mendham, Michelle Kyle, David Blitt, Susan Leontardis, Ben Tizzard
STUDENTS OF THE FOLLOWING TEACHERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SIGN UP FOR THIS RECITAL:
Patricia Higgins, Danae Turgeon, Lone Chu, Michelle Kyle, Kathleen van Mourik, Rejean Campbell
STUDENTS OF THE FOLLOWING TEACHERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SIGN UP FOR THIS RECITAL:
Laryssa Warne, Danae Turgeon, Lone Chu, Michelle Kyle, Kathleen van Mourik
STUDENTS OF THE FOLLOWING TEACHERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SIGN UP FOR THIS RECITAL:
Gillian Newburn, Willa Clark, Kevin Wong, Danae Turgeon, Lone Chu, Michelle Kyle, Angela Cavar, Kathleen van Mourik
STUDENTS OF THE FOLLOWING TEACHERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SIGN UP FOR THIS RECITAL:
Rose Schmaltz, Kevin Wong, Gringo Villarin, Juliana Jorge, James Taylor, Heather Henderson, Angela Cavar
STUDENTS OF THE FOLLOWING TEACHERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SIGN UP FOR THIS RECITAL:
Rose Schmaltz, Kevin Wong, Lauren Ully, Gringo Villarin, Juliana Jorge, James Taylor, Heather Henderson
STUDENTS OF THE FOLLOWING TEACHERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SIGN UP FOR THIS RECITAL:
Rose Schmaltz, Lauren Ully, Gringo Villarin, Juliana Jorge, James Taylor, Heather Henderson, John Glanville, Angela Cavar
STUDENTS OF THE FOLLOWING TEACHERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SIGN UP FOR THIS RECITAL:
Patricia Higgins, Juliana Jorge, Sarah Yee, Chris McNevin, Tony Zazula, Lana Mihajlovic, Marianna Bodnarchuk, Bethany Yon
STUDENTS OF THE FOLLOWING TEACHERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SIGN UP FOR THIS RECITAL:
Patricia Higgins, Juliana Jorge, Bethany Yon, Sarah Yee, Marianna Bodnarchuk, Chris McNevin, Tony Zazula, Lana Mihajlovic,
STUDENTS OF THE FOLLOWING TEACHERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SIGN UP FOR THIS RECITAL:
Juliana Jorge, Bethany Yon, Marianna Bodnarchuk, Chris McNevin, Tony Zazula, Lana Mihajlovic, Catherine James Tetz, Derek Haussecker
STUDENTS OF THE FOLLOWING TEACHERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SIGN UP FOR THIS RECITAL:
Chantelle Gillies, Kassandra Schantz, Ryan Ronksley, Riley Ngo, Susan Leontardis, Maren McLean-Persaud
STUDENTS OF THE FOLLOWING TEACHERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SIGN UP FOR THIS RECITAL:
Chantelle Gillies, Kassandra Schantz, Ryan Ronksley, Riley Ngo, Maren McLean-Persaud
Adult Recitals:
Register here for Solo performances, Fireside Ukulele, Strings Collective, & Adult Cello Choir
Register here for Solo Performances, Adult Jazz Combo, & Adult Rock Band