What’s On Calendar
September 3–9, 2012
IMPORTANT MESSAGE
Harbourfront Centre is disappointed to announce that serious infrastructure issues have forced the closure of its iconic outdoor waterfront rink this winter.
We are also deeply disappointed that we must cancel our 2020–21 skating season, including our Learn to Skate program, as we were all looking forward to getting outside and skating on one of the most beautiful rinks in the city. Learn more here.
Harbourfront Centre continues to monitor the rapidly changing situation regarding the COVID-19 virus. For the health and safety of all our staff and our volunteers, our patrons, supporters and the community, and in line with the advice and guidelines of Toronto Public Health, we will be closed to the public until further notice. Learn more here.
Masterclass: The Fellowship of the Strings
Monday, September 3, 2012
10:00am
–12:00pm
Aiming to recreate the sound of these classic European klezmer ensembles, the Festival Strings Masterclass is a unique group of professional and amateur musicians assembled for the 2012 Ashkenaz Festival. Participants will learn the function of melodies and their accompaniments, ornamentation and variation, culminating in a multi-level suite.
Pete Sokolow - The Last of the Old Guys
Monday, September 3, 2012
1:00pm
– 2:00pm
Legendary klezmer/jazz pianist Pete Sokolow presents a musically-illustrated discussion of his six-decade career in NY's Jewish music scene.
Yiddish Dance Workshop with Avia Moore
Monday, September 3, 2012
1:30pm
– 2:30pm
Leading Yiddish dance at events internationally, Avia instills workshops with a sense of tradition while exploring contemporary approaches to the style.
Michael Wex - Heartburn as History: Traditional Ashkenazi Food
Monday, September 3, 2012
3:00pm
– 4:00pm
Award-winning author, Yiddish raconteur and Ashkenaz fave Michael Wex returns to the festival with a sneak preview of his latest book about Jewish food.
David Buchbinder - Diasporic Genius: Transforming the City through Creative Power
Monday, September 3, 2012
3:00pm
– 4:00pm
Ashkenaz Festival co-founder presents the vision behind his latest venture, Diasporic Genius, a non-profit organization engaged in intercultural artistic creation and community-building.
Storytelling with Dan Yashinsky
Monday, September 3, 2012
5:00pm
– 5:45pm
In a tribute to the late children's writer and illustrator Maurice Sendak, Ashkenaz presents a two-part series with Toronto storyteller Dan Yashinsky.
Nicole Borger - Jewish Music and Culture in Brazil
Monday, September 3, 2012
6:00pm
– 7:00pm
Cultural organizer and singer-songwriter Nicole Borger discusses the Brazilian Jewish community and its cultural life over five centuries.
Masterclass: The Fellowship of the Strings
Monday, September 3, 2012
6:00pm
– 7:00pm
Aiming to recreate the sound of these classic European klezmer ensembles, the Festival Strings Masterclass is a unique group of professional and amateur musicians assembled for the 2012 Ashkenaz Festival. Participants will learn the function of melodies and their accompaniments, ornamentation and variation, culminating in a multi-level suite.
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
11:00am
Learn about the Toronto Music Garden's unique design and history on a guided, one-hour tour, led by a volunteer Toronto Botanical Garden guide.
Thursday, September 6, 2012
5:30pm
Learn about the Toronto Music Garden's unique design and history on a guided, one-hour tour, led by a volunteer Toronto Botanical Garden guide.
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