Why Recitals Matter
A recital offers something truly unique: an intimate dialogue between artist and audience through the universal language of music. In that shared experience, music has the power to inspire, challenge, comfort, and remain with us long after the final note has faded.
At the Edmonton Recital Society, we are dedicated to presenting distinguished professional artists while creating opportunities for emerging musicians through scholarships, master classes, educational initiatives, and artistic partnerships. Together, these experiences celebrate artistic excellence, nurture the next generation of musicians, and enrich Edmonton’s cultural community.
Your generosity makes this possible. Every gift helps bring exceptional artistry to the recital stage, supports the development of emerging artists, and ensures that audiences can continue to experience the beauty and power of live classical music.
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Edmonton Music & Speech Arts Festival
Children and Youth Music Scholarships
Heather Bedford-Clooney
Executive Director
OUR PAST
Founded in 2006, the Edmonton Recital Society has presented world-renowned artists, supported emerging musicians, and brought music into the broader community through education and outreach initiatives.
OUR PRESENT
As we enter this next chapter, we continue to present exceptional recital experiences while strengthening our commitment to artistic excellence, community engagement, and cultural enrichment.
OUR FUTURE
Looking ahead, we are focused on expanding audience awareness, fostering meaningful partnerships, and ensuring the Edmonton Recital Society remains a vibrant part of our city’s cultural life for years to come.
TESTIMONIALS
Youth Orchestra of Northern Alberta (YONA)
Children and Youth Scholarships and Program Funding
A Thank You Message from YONA Students:
Grant Partnership
Offsetting Funding for Professional Artists to Perform on both our ERS Stage and at Nursing Homes Across Alberta.
Neda Yamach (violin, centre) and Meran Currie-Roberts (cello, right) at Shepherdís Care Millwoods Manor for a Concert in Care event. Supplied Edmonton
“We have been privileged to work with the Edmonton Recital Society to feature their established and emerging artists in concert. ERS stands out as an organization which understands the value of partnerships with other arts organizations and in investing in the marginalized and diverse communities that our audiences belong to. Because of our collaborations, we have brought the highest level of professional music to the audiences who need it most.
The Health Arts Society of Alberta presents local professional artists in performance for Albertans living in care. Our audiences include residents in long term care, palliative care, psychiatric care and retirement facilities.”
Meran Currie-Roberts
Executive & Artistic Director
MacEwan University, Conservatory of Music
Grant Partnership
New Canadians of All Ages Learning English Through the Power of Music
Maureen Ha, Senior Program Manager
Conservatory of Music, MacEwan University
“ERS has been an invaluable long-term partner and sponsor to the Conservatory of Music, consistently supporting our mission to provide high-quality music education. Through their generous contributions, ERS has funded student scholarships and vital program initiatives, enabling us to cultivate the next generation of musicians
In the challenging 2021/22 academic year, ERS played a critical role in helping us adapt to unprecedented circumstances. With their substantial financial support, we were able to successfully pivot music programs to an online platform, ensuring our students continued to receive exceptional instruction and opportunities despite the challenges posed by the pandemic. We are deeply grateful for ERS’s ongoing commitment to our success and growth.”
Feedback collected at program survey:
“I have found that the preschool age has been largely forgotten during COVID, and it was wonderful to have an on-demand option that was offered at no cost. My daughter looked forward to these videos, which we watched weekly, and she loved Miss Elizabeth.”
