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Imagine a timeless space, where creativity, expression, and mutual appreciation meet to form uplifting memories. This is the vision for Northwestern Polytechnic’s newest artistic venture - Inspire Arts: Cultivating Culture for a Vibrant Community.

Established in 2024, with the support of the Northwestern Polytechnic Foundation, this concert series seeks to galvanize connection to performing arts within the Peace Region while piquing interest from world-class performers and appreciative audiences.

There has never been a better time for the arts community to come together and flourish with the benefit of collaboration. Through carefully curated compositions and dynamic performances, we will kindle unparalleled artistic connection, on common musical ground.

Imagine a timeless space, where creativity, expression, and mutual appreciation meet to form uplifting memories. This is the vision for Northwestern Polytechnic’s newest artistic venture - Inspire Arts: Cultivating Culture for a Vibrant Community.

Established in 2024, with the support of the Northwestern Polytechnic Foundation, this concert series seeks to galvanize connection to performing arts within the Peace Region while piquing interest from world-class performers and appreciative audiences.

There has never been a better time for the arts community to come together and flourish with the benefit of collaboration. Through carefully curated compositions and dynamic performances, we will kindle unparalleled artistic connection, on common musical ground.

Operatic soprano, Vanessa Croome performing at the Valentines Serenade Operatic soprano, Vanessa Croome performing at the Valentines Serenade

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Valentine’s Serenade

February 13–14  |  7:30 PM  |  Collins Recital Hall

Celebrate love and artistry with an enchanting evening of opera and romance. Featuring acclaimed Canadian voices and accomplished piano accompaniment, this program blends passion and elegance in a performance designed to captivate every heart.

Featured Artists:

  • Soprano: Kirsten MacKinnon
  • Baritone: Bruno Roy
  • Mezzo-Soprano: Afton Wrzosek
  • Pianist: Frances Armstrong

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Ilya Takser and Daria Fedorova sitting back to back smiling Ilya Takser and Daria Fedorova sitting back to back smiling

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Fedorova & Takser Piano Duo

Concert: March 13  |  7:30 PM  |  Collins Recital Hall

Masterclass: March 14  |  2 PM  |  Collins Recital Hall

Internationally acclaimed pianists Daria Fedorova and Ilya Takser are celebrated for their four-hands virtuosity and innovative multimedia performances. Their concert fuses classical storytelling with modern artistry, followed by a public masterclass for emerging pianists. Grande Prairie audiences will enjoy this rare performance before the duo departs for Germany to record their third album.

Headshot of a happy Roger Admiral sitting at his piano Headshot of a happy Roger Admiral sitting at his piano

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Dr. Roger Admiral: Solo Piano

Concert: April 10  |  7:30 PM  |  Collins Recital Hall

Masterclass: April 11  |  2 PM  |  Collins Recital Hall

A leading figure in Canadian piano performance, Dr. Roger Admiral is acclaimed for his bold repertoire choices and dynamic interpretations. His InspireArts residency offers audiences a powerful solo recital followed by a masterclass that provides emerging musicians with invaluable artistic insight.

Musician Michael Bridge smiling in a pose beside his accordion Musician Michael Bridge smiling in a pose beside his accordion

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Dr. Michael Bridge: Accordion

Music Business Talk: May 21  |  7 PM  |  Collins Recital Hall

Concert: May 22  |  7 PM  |  Collins Recital Hall

A world-class accordionist and arts entrepreneur, Dr. Michael Bridge brings audiences a genre-crossing concert that blends classical, jazz, and folk traditions. In addition to his performance, he offers an engaging music business talk designed to inspire students and local musicians with real-world strategies for success in today’s arts industry.

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