Anya Wassenberg

THE SCOOP | Boston Names Torontonian Director Of New Tanglewood Learning Institute

Toronto native Sue Elliott will be moving east to Boston to take on new responsibilities as the inaugural Judith and Stewart Colton Director of the Tanglewood Learning Institute, as well as the $64 million Tanglewood Forever campaign. The Boston Symphony Orchestra made the announcement on July 18.

Carlos Henrique Pereira: There And Here

Multi-instrumentalist Carlos Henrique Pereira offers up an avant take on Brazilian jazz in There And Here. The tracks, all written by Pereira, were inspired by his native Brazil, and many, like “O Choro Do Bebê,” directly reference traditional genres (a choro being a traditional song form).

PROFILE | The House That Piano Built: The Parkers

An internationally renowned concert pianist and an Officer of The Order of Canada. A multiple Juno Award-winning pianist and celebrated chamber musician. Another acclaimed concert pianist, winner of multiple competitions. An accomplished piano teacher, musical stylist, and PR specialist for classical musicians.

25 Most Secluded Luxurious Getaway Spots In The World We Never Thought Existed

Sometimes, you just need to get away — far, far away. Away from work, cell phones, social media, and maybe even family too. But, that doesn’t mean you want to get away from comfort or luxury, good service, and good food.

THE SCOOP | Canadian Music Centre Closes National Office Until Further Notice

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Canadian Music Centre will be closed to the public until further notice.

The oblique announcement recently posted on their website and Tweeted by the Canadian Music Centre sounds ominous. Damage from the crazy storm that just blew through Toronto? Something more sinister?

Plumbing.

Musician Spotlight Series: Ciaran Lavery

The Musician Spotlight Series shines a light on up-and-coming bands and solo acts creating heartfelt and original work across genres, giving them an opportunity to talk about their music, their collaborators, and why they do what they do.

Irish singer/songwriter Ciaran Lavery is on a brief North American tour in support of his album Sweet Decay, released on April 13, 2018. A native of the tiny village of Aghagallon in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, his 2016 release Let Bad In won a Northern Ireland Music Prize, and he’s racked up over 80 million streams on Spotify in a five-year indie career. The latest video for “13” was released in May, he’ll be playing Toronto’s legendary Horseshoe Tavern on June 25, and his latest album Sweet Decay can be streamed HERE

MAJOR CHORDS | Canadian Music Industry Seeks $160 Million Handout For All Smartphones Sold In Canada

One hundred and sixty million dollars over four years — it would be a shot in the arm for the Canadian music industry, to be sure. According to information obtained under the Access to Information Act, that’s what the industry is asking the federal government to pony up to compensate artists for what is known as private copying.

15 Women Brad Pitt Has Surprisingly Been Linked To

Brad Pitt is a genuine Hollywood heartthrob, twice voted the Sexiest Man Alive by People and since his 2016 split from wife Angelina Jolie, he’s single again. With his looks, money, fame, and charm, it comes as no surprise that the list of ladies he’s dated or had a fling with in the past is long.

Solon McDade: Murals

An inventive sense of composition characterizes Murals by Toronto-based jazz bassist and composer Solon McDade. As a composer, McDade possesses a dramatic sense of structure that is always multi-layered, and constantly shifting in mood and tone.

Adrean Farrugia / Joel Frahm: Blued Dharma

Long time collaborators and bandmates Adrean Farrugia and Joel Frahm explore the musical possibilities of jazz piano and saxophone on Blued Dharma with a playful and melodic take. The release offers an intriguing variety of expression and approaches.