Past Events
August 2025
Summer Jazz @ LAMP: Music of Sonny Rollins
Experience the magic of summer jazz on Saturday, August 23, at the Lunenburg Academy of Music Performance with A Tribute to Sonny Rollins, an open-air concert featuring Nick Halley on drums, Tom Easley on bass, Richard White on guitar, and Mike Murley on saxophone. Set against the backdrop of the historic Lunenburg Academy, this concert offers a unique chance to enjoy world-class jazz in one of Nova Scotia’s most picturesque locations. Doors open at 5 PM, the LAMP Libations bar…
Find out more »September 2025
Foc’s’le Jazz Jam
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. September 3, 2025, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, 42 Queen St., Chester, NS For more information visit: https://www.thebarnacle.ca/event/focsle-jazz-jam/2025-09-03/
Find out more »THE DINUK WIJERATNE TRIO at Prince Edward County Music Festival
The Dinuk Wijeratne Trio featuring Dinuk Wijeratne, Nick Halley, and Tom Easley, will be performing at the Prince Edward County Music Festival in Picton, Ontario on Saturday, Sept 9, 2025. Program to be announced from the stage. For more info and tickets, visit: https://pecmusicfestival.com/2025_wijeratne/
Find out more »The Inn Tones @ Riverport Inn (Private)
Return of The Inn Tones! Join Nick Halley (drums), Haig Beylerian (guitar), and Chris Donnelly (keys) for a night of unforgettable music, featuring a wider, wilder set list that’s sure to get you smiling and tapping your feet. Seats are almost gone—RSVP now and don’t miss the fun!
Find out more »TRIPTYCH – 4th Annual ‘Nick & Friends’ Benefit Concert for Capella Regalis
Experience an extraordinary concert led by five-time Grammy Award–winning composer and keyboardist Paul Halley, featuring a one-of-a-kind ensemble of piano, harpsichord, and pipe organ. He will be joined by his son Nick Halley in a father–son collaboration, alongside Capella Regalis alum Gabriel O’Brien, with a special surprise guest making an appearance. Event Schedule 5:00 PM – Cocktails & catered fare (Great Hall) 5:30 PM – Concert (Cathedral) 6:30 PM – Reception with the musicians (Great Hall) For more details and…
Find out more »November 2025
Foc’s’le Jazz Jam
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. For more information visit: https://www.thebarnacle.ca/event/focsle-jazz-jam/2025-011-05/
Find out more »For All the City: Haydn’s “Mass for troubled times”
Capella Regalis is pleased to present Haydn’s great masterpiece, Missa in angustiis ("Mass for Troubled Times"), in a performance that brings together top professional singers and instrumentalists in Halifax, the young choristers of Capella Regalis Boys and Girls Choir, and four vocal soloists from across Canada. Guest Vocal Soloists: Sinéad White - soprano Marie-Andrée Mathieu - alto Philippe Gagné - tenor Alexander Dobson - baritone The program also features works for Remembrancetide by Tomás Luis de Victoria and Arvo Pärt.…
Find out more »December 2025
A Rose in Winter 2025
A Rose in Winter, a celebration of Christmas in song and story returns to Halifax for one performance only on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at 4:00 PM at The Cathedral Church of All Saints, Halifax. Grammy Award-winner Paul Halley directs The Choir of All Saints Cathedral in this much-loved concert that celebrates the joy and spirit of the Christmas season through a rich blend of choral music and storytelling. The program features works by an impressive array of composers and…
Find out more »A Chorister’s Christmas 2025 – Lunenburg
Capella Regalis Men & Boys Choir, directed by Nick Halley, will return to the historic Saint John's Anglican Church in Lunenburg for a performance of its 16th annual Christmas concert series, featuring a fresh slate of carols arranged for choir, trumpet, and organ. This year's concert program will reflect Nova Scotia’s increasingly multicultural population and celebrate the diverse heritage of our choir members with music in languages spoken by the choristers. Capella Regalis South Shore Program choristers will make a…
Find out more »A Chorister’s Christmas 2025 – Halifax
Our cherished Christmas concert series featuring the Men & Boys Choir is back for its 16th season! This year's concert program will reflect Nova Scotia’s increasingly multicultural population and celebrate the diverse heritage of our choir members with music in languages spoken by the choristers. Join us for a unique musical celebration of Christmas in Lunenburg or Halifax. Questions about ordering tickets? Email boxoffice@capellaregalis.com or call (902) 703-3938.
Find out more »New Year’s Celebration at The Riverport Inn
Celebrate New Year’s with Nick Halley, Paul Halley, and friends at the Very Halley New Year Celebration at the Riverport Inn! To reserve your spot, contact Leanne at leanne@theriverportinn.com or call 902-523-0423. Show Only - $50 Dinner & Show - $100
Find out more »January 2026
Speakeasy Saturdays at The Riverport Inn
Starting January 17, the Riverport Inn will present Speakeasy Saturdays from 7:00–9:30 p.m., featuring The Inn Tones (Nick Halley, Haig Beylerian, and Chris Donnelly), along with a rotating line-up of special guests! To reserve your spot, contact Leanne at leanne@theriverportinn.com or call 902-523-0423.
Find out more »Live Music at The Riverport Inn: The Inn Tones with Special Guest Ali Enriquez
The Inn Tones, with special guest Ali Enriquez, will take the stage at The Riverport Inn on Saturday, January 31 at 8:00 PM. Tickets: $30 To reserve your spot, contact leanne@theriverportinn.com or call 902-764-2047.
Find out more »February 2026
Foc’s’le Jazz Jam – February 4, 2026
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.
Find out more »Lunenburg Academy of Music Performance – Jazz/Classical Crossover Concert
Experience an exciting blend of classical and jazz styles as cellist Lydia Rhea and pianist Amber Scherer join forces with jazz artists Nick Halley (percussion) and Glenn Patscha (piano). This special performance highlights the creative connections between classical music and jazz, offering an engaging and inspiring afternoon of music for all. Visit: https://www.lampns.ca/concert-schedule/jazzcrossover for more information and tickets.
Find out more »Brazilian Night 2026: A Fundraising Party for Capella Regalis
Join us for an unforgettable Carnival-inspired fundraising party 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’ free music education programs for children in Halifax and on the South Shore. Tickets are available…
Find out more »March 2026
Organ Recital at St John’s Anglican Church, Lunenburg
Nick Halley will be performing at St John’s Anglican Church on Wednesday, March 4 at noon as part of their Music and Meditations series. Program: Prelude in C Minor, BWV 546 – Johann Sebastian Bach Herzlich tut mich verlangen – Johannes Brahms Psalm Prelude No. 3, Set 1 (“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death…”) – Herbert Howells Herzlich tut mich verlangen, BWV 727 – Johann Sebastian Bach Chorale Dorien – Jehan Alain Fantasia in…
Find out more »From Bartók to Mozart: Flute, Improvisation and Symphony
Nick Halley will join the Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal on March 11 and March 12 for a program featuring clarinetist Kinan Azmeh. Together with the OSM, they will perform a program that blends creative freedom, Béla Bartók’s folk-inspired motifs, and Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach’s innovative sensitivity. The evening concludes with Mozart’s Symphony No. 39, noted for its grace and elegance. Venue: Maison Symphonique de Montréal For tickets and more info, visit: https://www.osm.ca/en/concert/from-bartok-to-mozart-flute-improvisation-and-symphony/
Find out more »St John Passion – J.S. Bach
Capella Regalis directed by Nick Halley is proud to present one of J.S. Bach’s famous Passiontide oratorios at All Saints Cathedral on Sunday, March 22, 2026 in a collaborative performance featuring the hand-picked Ensemble Regale chamber orchestra, guest vocal soloists, and the professional singers of the Capella Regalis Men’s Choir and All Saints Cathedral Choir alongside the Boys and Girls Choirs. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear a live performance of Bach’s extraordinary masterwork in Halifax! Guest soloists:…
Find out more »IDENTITY: A Song Cycle
Join us for IDENTITY: A Song Cycle on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at 7:30 PM! This performance offers a rare opportunity to experience a groundbreaking work exploring multicultural identity through music, poetry, and storytelling. GRAMMY Award-winning baritone Elliot Madore brings to life this world premiere song cycle, with music by JUNO Award-winning composer Dinuk Wijeratne, poetry by acclaimed African Nova Scotian artist Shauntay Grant, and performances by bassist Tyler Emond, pianist/composer Dinuk Wijeratne, and percussionist Nick Halley. Melding Western classical traditions…
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