a genre-spanning Gala Concert that celebrates the incredible diversity and power of the human voice.
This extraordinary evening brings together artists across a spectrum of vocal genres - from choral harmony and operatic drama to hip hop, jazz, Chinese opera and global fusion.
This year's featured lineup includes:
Special Guest Spotlight
A Latin Grammy Award winner, JUNO Award winner, and one of the most celebrated Cuban jazz pianists of our time, Hilario brings his signature blend of Afro-Cuban rhythm, improvisational brilliance, and world-class artistry to Richmond Hill for one unforgettable night.
Choirs
Luminis Choir - Festival hosts and artistic curators, known for vibrant choral storytelling and genre-blending programs.
Chorus York - One of York Region's premier community choirs, presenting powerful and polished classical repertoire.
TAPAG Chinese Choir - A joyful ensemble preserving and celebrating Chinese vocal traditions through song.
- Opera
- Opera Revue - Soprano Daine Friesen, pianist Claire Elsie Harris, and baritone Alexander Hajek bring Opera and art song to casual, welcoming spaces - breaking down barriers and making the genre fun, affordable and accessible for all.
- Hip Hop
- YONIVERSE - A firece and fearless hip hop artist, merging sharp lyricism with soul-stirring vocals and beats.
- Rising Stars - Jazz
- Noah Kosta - Dubbed the young Frank Sinatra, Noah is a standout from Canada's Got Talent whose smooth vocals and Big Band style have wowed audiences at top venues across Canada.
- Rising Stars - Pop
- Maya Gamzu - A rising pop talent who gained national attention on Canada's Got Talent, known for her powerful voice, heartfelt songwriting, and commanding stage presence.
- Ethnic World Music
- Sina Momtahan - A versatile multi-instrumentalist and music producer blending classical Persian and Western sounds with rich, soulful textures.
- Chinese Opera
- Sheng Li - A master of classical Chinese opera, captivating audiences with poetic vocal technique and theatrical elegance.
- Ethnic Jazz Fusion
- Ethnosonic Band - A groundbreaking Toronto-based ensemble fusing Circassian, Armenian, and Ukranian folk traditions with contemporary jazz and funk, creating a rich and energetic global sound.
Tickets - $80, $55, $50, $40 and $30. Click HERE to order.
