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Sunday, November 22, 2015 7:30 pm - 7:30 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Modern & Medieval: Music by Arvo Pärt and others, performed by the UW Chamber Choir

Pärt's rarely performed composition frames the Gospel of John from the New Testament in a meditative, almost hypnotic style. It was inspired by medieval music and the minimalism for which he is famous.  This concert is part of a celebration fo the ​80th birthday of Arvo Pärt, so well loved and admired by listeners worldwide.

Friday, November 27, 2015 7:30 pm - 7:30 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

UW Balinese Gamelan Ensemble concert

This is a "must hear" event for anyone interested in "World Music".  This percussion ensemble will perform a selection of very intricate pieces from the Island of Bali, Indonesia.  Directed by Dr. Maisie Sum, with Artist-in-Residence I Dewa Made Suparta.  All ages welcome.  This concert is also an International Education Week Event.

Gamelan Ensemble

Make a Difference Market Flyer
Saturday, November 28, 2015 10:30 am - 2:30 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Make-a-Difference Market

On Saturday, November 28 from 10:30am to 2:30pm, Grebel students are hosting the Make-A-Difference Market. Come and enjoy local and fair-trade vendors, music, and food! Conrad Grebel University College Atrium, 140 Westmount Road North. peace@grebelife.com

Make a Difference Market Flyer

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Saturday, November 28, 2015 7:00 pm - 7:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Inspiration and Peace: University Choir

Join us in exploring music of inspiration and peace, a collection of traditional and not-so-traditional choral works with guest vocalists and musicians sharing some of their most beloved music with us. Seasonal selections include excerpts from world-famous works including Hodie by Ralph Vaughan Williams and A Ceremony of Carols by Benjamin Britten. These will be contrasted with modern works including sections of The Requiem For Peace by Larry Nickel and Snow Angel by Sarah Quartel, and high-energy works such as Celtic Mouth Music and others. 

Sunday, November 29, 2015 2:00 pm - 2:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

UW Jazz Ensemble

Join us for a delightful afternoon of jazz classics, directed by Michael Wood and performed by the UW Jazz Ensemble.  Reception to follow in the downstairs atrium.

Sunday, November 29, 2015 7:00 pm - 7:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Instrumental Chamber Ensemble Concert

celloCome join us for two lovely evenings of classical music.  Six different ensemble groups will play a selection of pieces, three on Sunday and three on Monday. Selections include pieces by Beethoven, D'Indy, Schumann, Mozzart, Glinka, and Poulenc.  We even have a brass trio this term.  Ben Bolt-Martin, the principal cellist for the Stratford Festival Orchestra, is the director.  Free admission, with a

Conchies Speak Exhibit
Thursday, January 7, 2016 12:00 am - Friday, April 21, 2017 12:00 am EST (GMT -05:00)

Conchies Speak: Ontario Mennonites in Alternative Service

Conchies Speak Exhibit

Until April 2017

New Exhibit at the Mennonite Archives of Ontario:

“Conchies Speak: Ontario Mennonites in Alternative Service.”

During the Second World War, 2,600 Ontario Mennonite men served in conscientious objector work camps. Through archival records, this exhibit recovers their voices and stories.