VCGS Guitar Ensemble in Concert
Come and enjoy an afternoon with the VCGS Guitar Ensemble on Sunday, Dec. 6th at 3:00 pm.
The 15 member ensemble directed by Michael Kolk takes a trip around the world with the African thumb piano inspired Kalimba, a three-part Andalusian suite, a Cuban habanera plus a a piece commissioned especially for the ensemble, the Brazilian bossa nova Bossa de Verao by Vancouver guitarist and composer Stanton Jack.
Alongside the full-ensemble selections, our talented members will also perform solos, duos and trios. Feel the fun of amateurs of all levels coming together to make beautiful music. And maybe consider joining the ensemble.
Tickets are just $8 for members, $10 non-members and students and under 18 are free.
Time: 3:00 pm, doors open at 2:45 pm
Location: Pacific Spirit United Church, 2195 West 45th Avenue, Vancouver
*Street Parking available
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Admission: $8.00 for VCGS members, $10 for non-members
*Free admission for students and children under 16
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Our ensemble is directed by Michael Kolk, one of Canada’s finest classical guitarists. Find out more about Michael at Michael Kolk - Classical Guitarist
Michael Kolk, Ensemble Director
Michael Kolk is a highly accomplished Canadian classical guitarist, known for his performances across North America and Europe as a soloist and member of the HK Guitar Duo with Drew Henderson. The duo toured Saskatchewan and the Yukon in 2017/18, followed by a concert tour with violinist Laurence Kayaleh in 2018. Kolk has performed with major orchestras, including the Toronto Philharmonia and Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, and worked with opera companies like the Canadian Opera Company.
As a recording artist, Kolk has released nine albums across various labels, including solo works, duo collaborations, and recordings of underrepresented and contemporary compositions. He has also earned numerous top prizes in guitar competitions. Kolk holds an ARCT diploma and a Master's in guitar performance from the University of Toronto. Since relocating to Vancouver in 2022, he teaches at Vancouver Community College and from his home studio.
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