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Nazih Borish Trio Benefit Concert – May 7, 2025

World-famous oud player Nazih Borish, bass player Roberto Occhipinti, and percussionist Nick Halley will perform a benefit concert on May 7, 2025 at the St George’s Round Church, Halifax.

All proceeds from ticket sales will go to the Saint George’s Refugee Sponsorship Committee in support of their efforts to reunite the Al Marrach family here in Halifax with extended family living abroad.

This concert is presented in memory of Ahmad Al Marrach, whose untimely death last spring has affected the lives of so many in our city. All his friends, family, teachers, and neighbours are warmly encouraged to attend.

For more information and tickets, visit: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/nazih-borish-trio-a-benefit-concert-to-help-reunite-the-al-marrach-family-tickets-1301288692509?

Capella Regalis ‘Songs of the Sea’ Album Release

Release date: May 1, 2025

Stay tuned for the release of our latest recording, Capella Regalis’s fifth album to date! This CD is a unique Maritime offering, featuring Capella Regalis Men & Boys Choir performing works inspired by the sea, including new arrangements by Paul Halley and Nick Halley for choir, piano, organ, percussion, and other instruments. Track list includes such favourites as ‘Farewell to Nova Scotia’, ‘Petty Harbour Bait Skiff’, ‘The Leaving of Liverpool’, ‘Skye Boat Song’, the sacred anthem ‘They That Go Down to the Sea in Ships’, and many more.

Jazz Easter on Easter Sunday

Celebrate Easter with Capella Regalis Choirs as they join with the Cathedral Choir to sing The Resurrection Mass (Jazz Easter), a joyful and festive mass setting featuring sax, drums, bass, percussion, piano, organ, and choirs.

Check out Nick Halley’s “Jazz Easter” drum solo here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9nowJuh6HSo

FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC (Sun, Apr 20 2025, 11am – 12:30pm)

Foc’s’le Jazz Jam – April 2, 2025

An open jam session hosted by local jazz musicians Nicola Miller, Nick Halley and Nick D’Amato. Bring your instrument and come to play your favourite jazz standards in a supportive and encouraging environment. Open to all levels and ages.

April 2, 2025, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, 42 Queen St., Chester, NS
For more information visit: https://www.thebarnacle.ca/event/focsle-jazz-jam/2025-04-02/

Dinner With The Duke

Join Nick Halley, Nicholas D’Amato, Nicola Miller, and Ali Enriquez, for “Dinner With The Duke”, a night of jazz at The Riverport Inn. The night also includes a sit down 3 course dinner.

March 8, 7:00 pm, $75. RSVP to leanne@theriverportinn.com or 902-764-2047.

Capella Regalis Silent Auction

Bidding now open! This is your opportunity to support Capella Regalis Choirs while winning a hot ticket item. Bid to win a romantic seaside getaway, cocktail sailing cruise, a private Dolby Atmos surround sound listening session with a sneak preview of our ‘Songs of the Sea’ album, and more! Bidding open Feb. 14 – March 14. Visit https://capellaregalis.com/events/capella-regalis-silent-auction for more information.

 

Foc’s’le Jazz Jam – February 5, 2025

On the first Wednesday of every month, local jazz musicians Nicola Miller, Nick Halley and Nic D’Amato host an open jazz session for experts, beginners and everyone in between. Bring your instrument and come to play your favourite jazz standards in a supportive and encouraging environment. Open to all levels and ages.

February 5, @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, 42 Queen St., Chester, NS
For more information visit: https://www.thebarnacle.ca/event/focsle-jazz-jam/2025-02-05/

Brazilian Night 2025: A Fundraising Gala for Capella Regalis

Join us for an unforgettable Carnival-inspired fundraising gala featuring fabulous food, music, and fun in the beautiful historic hall of St John’s Church, Lunenburg!

$150 ticket includes $75 tax receipt, full dinner of catered Brazilian fare, one featured Brazilian cocktail, and live Brazilian music provided by an all-star band of musicians. Dancing is encouraged! Cash bar for additional beverages.

All proceeds benefit Capella Regalis Choirs’s free music education programs for children and youth.

Date: Friday, Feb. 28, 2025 at 6 pm
Location: St John’s Church Hall, Lunenburg
*One night only! There won’t be a Halifax event this year.*
Tickets Available at: https://capellaregalis.com/events/brazilian-night-2025-fundraising-gala-capella-regalis-lunenburg