Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»is a celebration of classical, jazz and world music that brings together hundreds of artists and musicians from around the world. For the ten days between Aug. 10 to 19, performers will be showcased at a number of venues including the Chan Centre for Performing Arts, the Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»Playhouse and the Orpheum Theatre. The festival invites everyone, whether youre a knowledgeable supporter of live music or a relative newcomer, to embrace a diverse musical repertoire, spanning both the centuries and the globe.
This year the festival kicks off with a must-see Here to Stay: The Gershwin Experience, the Canadian premiere of a multimedia concert that celebrates the legendary duo of Ira and George Gershwin, featuring the VSO orchestra, Sylvia McNair and Ryan VanDenBoom. Rare photos, video clips and elegant visual elements will create an experience like youve never seen before.
Other hot tickets include La Bottine Souriante Aug. 14 and Pink Martini (pictured) Aug. 17.
CBC Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»is teaming up with MusicFest by offering a free concert every afternoon at their outdoor plaza on Hamilton Street. VanDusen Botanical Gardens will also be partnering with the festival, hosting Family Day on the lawn, Sunday Aug. 19 at 11am. Childrens entertainers The Kerplunks and Charlotte Diamond guarantee an afternoon of family fun. The festival concludes that evening with World at the Garden, an al fresco performance at 5:30pm by New York Voices. For further information about tickets, schedules and events, visit
