Edmonton Symphony Orchestra celebrates composer John Estacio March 21, 2025

The Music of John Estacio

On March 21, 2025 the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra celebrates John Estacio with an evening of Estacio’s works curated by the composer himself. John has selected several new pieces that will be 'bookended' by an early piece from his ESO residency – The Harvesters (3^rd movement of A Farmer’s Symphony, 1994) – and the ESO premiere of his latest orchestral work, Avé (2025). The concert, conducted by ESO Resident Conductor Cosette Justo Valdés includes orchestral and chamber works, a string quartet written for the Banff International String Quartet Competition, and a short song cycle and an operatic aria sung by baritone Brett Polegato.

Don't miss this evening of celebration of 2017 Distinguished Artist John Estacio. Tickets at Winspear Centre

Congratulations to Arlene Strom, Board Chair for the Lieutenant Governor of Alberta Arts Awards Foundation, on being named the new Chancellor for Mount Royal University.

Of the appointment Arlene Strom says, "I’m excited to spend time on campus, connect with people, and understand where the opportunities for greater engagement are."

Read more about Arlene Strom's new role at Mount Royal University.

Reminder that nominations for the 2025 Distinguished Artist Award close in three weeks.

Nominate a 2025 Distinguished Artist by March 31

If you have nominated someone in the past who has not yet been recognized we welcome an updated submission with any new highlights added.