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november 10 | mad in moonlight

february 23 | compocon: presentation of final works

August 24-29 | Compocon

WESTERN CANADA’S FOREMOST NEW MUSIC CHAMBER ENSEMBLE

Western Canada’s foremost contemporary chamber ensemble, Standing Wave is a sextet of intrepid new music interpreters dedicated to commissioning and performing cutting-edge music from today’s most forward-thinking composers.

Acclaimed internationally for their virtuosity, vision, and artistry, Standing Wave has cultivated a reputation for electrifying live performance that pushes the boundaries of what chamber music is and can be.

Standing Wave is Vancouver’s all-star team. They’re crazy, straight from the loony bin, I swear. But hell, they’re good.

…these musicians demonstrated ample reserves of soloistic and ensemble virtuosity.”

…in Standing Wave, this city has a major cultural treasure.

THE MUSICIANS

AK Coope

Rebecca Whitling

Cristian Márkos

Allen Stiles

Vern Griffiths

Christie Reside

UPCOMING EVENTS

Compocon 2024: Presentation of Final Works

February 24, 7 PM | The Annex

30th Anniversary Concert and Reception

MAY 5, 2025 | 7 PM

Compocon

AUGUST 25 - 30, 2025

30th Anniversary Concert

May 5, 2025

Celebrate Standing Wave’s 30th Anniversary at the Annex with what is sure to be Vancouver’s new music event of the year! This extraordinary evening will feature no fewer than five world premieres by composers with deep ties to the ensemble: Peggy Lee, Nicole Lizée, Matthew-John Knights, Russell Wallace, and Jacqueline Leggatt. These brand new works showcase the innovative spirit that has defined Standing Wave for three decades. Join us for an unforgettable night of cutting-edge music, and stay for a celebratory reception to toast the ensemble’s remarkable legacy. Tickets are limited, so secure yours early!

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Help us to shape the future of new music—your gift makes all the difference!

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