Tafelmusik! Must see concert of the year

The world's greatest baroque orchestra is coming to Saskatoon, and taking us from a November's night on the Canadian plains to 16th century Italy - follow in Galileo's steps as he first sees the moons of Jupiter...marvels at the rings of Saturn. 

Picture it now - a concert experience like no other. 
An actor who makes you feel like you are with the great explorer of the universe.
A projection screen showing the images from the Hubble Telescope.
18 instruments from the renaissance.  And an orchestra filled with some of the most gifted, inspired, and expressive musicians in the world.

The Galileo Project was conceived, scripted, and programmed by Alison McKay - McKay grew up right here in Saskatoon, giving this performance a homecoming trimuph.

And why is this not to be missed?  This is the second last performance EVER of the Galileo Project.

Tickets are on sale now at Persephone Theatre Box Office
384-7727 - Online Tickets

The Proms kick off your summer!

Free Public Forum about Third Ave's future

A benefit concert for an exception building!

Proms!

Every Thursday night all summer long, Third Ave comes alive with Saskatoon's best and coolest musicians. 

Check back here May 14th for the announcement of concert performers!

Trust us, you'll want to clear up your Thursdays.

Help us save Third Ave - the start of something big!

Carol Welsman Live

In just 8 days there will be a massive concert event at Third Ave.  Internationally acclaimed jazz aritst Carol Welsman celebrates the launch of her brand new album "Journey" from the stage located in the concert hall at 304 3rd. 

Welsman has captivated audiences around the world with her expressive vocal styling and dynamic stage presence. She has sold over 60,000 CDs in Canada alone, something few jazz artists in Canada have experienced.

“We are excited and honoured to present Carol Welsman in concert. She is one of the best jazz artists in the world,” says Third Avenue Centre Artist Director Mark Turner. “Saskatoon is Carol’s first performance following the release of her brand new album, Journey. It is a concert and a celebration,” explains Turner.

The Welsman concert is a fund raising event for Third Ave Centre for Community Enrichment, a newly established non-profit organization. Its vision is to establish Third Avenue United Church as a premium cultural venue in Saskatoon. The Centre operates independently from the Church and promotes the space for concerts and community events to raise funds. Proceeds will be directed toward building facility upgrades and sustainability.

“Third Ave, as it is commonly called in Saskatoon, is a cornerstone of culutral and community events for the city. As we enter the centennial year of the building, our organization will work to ensure the building’s existence and significance in the heart of Saskatoon,” says Angela Kempf, Chair, Board of Directors, Third Avenue Centre.

Turner encourages people to purchase tickets and experience an inspirational performance in a beautiful concert venue. In his own words, “Carol’s performance will blow everyone away.”

Tickets are available through Persephone Theatre Box Office
384-7727 or www.persephonetheatre.org

Carol Welsman LIVE at Third Ave!!

WOW!

When I was a teenager I got this MASSIVE crush on this amazing jazz singer/pianist - I bought up all her albums, and listened sooooo close to every sound she made.  Everyone told me how great a singer she was...but as a pianist, I sat and listened intensely to the way her fingers fell on the keys. 

It is completely rare to find a pianist, classic/jazz/rock, who actually understands the way that a piano REALLY works.  The idea that the way the fingers leave the key is AS IMPORTANT as how they hit the keys.....
Then along came Carol....and my ears had a playground of sound. 

And now, in some absolutely bizarre twist of fates, not only do I get to hear her new album...but I get to hear it live, in our very own concert hall! 

Friday March 23rd - Carol Welsman Quartet LIVE!
Tickets on sale at Persephone

Carol Welsman - On the Road Again! - hear a track off the new album before it hits stores!

This event is the first ever self-produced event by Third Ave Centre.  And its important that it sell out.

Why?

Many reasons.

We need a sell out so that Carol will come back and lap up the audience for her next album as well.

We need a sell out to show people that actually, a concert hall is vital to the city's downtown - and prove that its not about size, but about acoustic sound!

We need a sell out because, frankly, we have lofty goals ahead of us - to save a building the size and age of Third Ave, we need to bring in as much revenue as possible in these first few months.  We're keeping ticket prices low, and hoping that people will pack the place to show their support for saving Third Ave. 

Lets make culture happen people!!