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HPO travels to worlds of famous composers

Light Emerges on Nov. 8 features great melodies of Verdi, Elgar, Kilar, and Mendelssohn with guest conductor Nil Venditti. Editor’s note: HAMILTON CITY Magazine is thrilled to embark on a partnership with the Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra that will feature each show of the concert season.  Take an orchestral…
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Jurassic Park will roar to life with the HPO

It’s the first time the Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra will play along with a major motion picture, performing the iconic film score of John Williams to give an immersive experience to audiences of all ages.   The Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra will play along with a major motion picture for…
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Vive la Hamilton: A new era for the HPO

At 29, Paris-born James Kahane is the 10th music director of the Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra. He wants you to know that he finds Hamilton artistically inspiring and that classical musicians party more than you might think. James Kahane grew up in the 11th arrondissement of Paris, France.
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HPO appoints new music director

French-born conductor and ‘exceptional artist’ James S. Kahane was chosen among 115 applicants and seven shortlisted candidates. He will assume the role in September. French-born conductor James S. Kahane is the next music director of the Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra. Considered a rising star, the 28-year-old Kahane is principal…
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Winter escapes

There are plenty of arts-related events in the city to chase away those winter blues and get you out and about this January and February. Here are but six to get you started! Classical Beatlemania Get a little help from your friends at…
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Ho-Ho-Hamilton!

Don’t let the snowy days and chilly nights stop you from exploring all that the city has to offer. With that in mind, here are six arts-related events that will get you out and about this holiday season. Get Cracking, Eh? Ballet Jorgen stops…