New Branding for NOCCA’s Steinway


We are thrilled to share that our beloved 1978 Hamburg Steinway piano now proudly features the NOCCA logo. The stunning new decal not only enhances the piano’s elegance but also reinforces our identity and commitment to the arts in the North Okanagan.

A special thanks goes out to Sunshine Graphics for their incredible work and generosity. Because of the complexity of the film used, owner Landen Ehnes graciously sent their skilled technician, Tysen, to apply the branding at no cost to NOCCA. Their expertise and attention to detail have truly brought our vision to life, and we couldn’t be more grateful.


Below is Ian Parker with Paul Maynes (current President of NOCCA).
Ian (along with Sarah Hagen) provided NOCCA with their gracious input for the selection of this incredible instrument.

Restoration work done by Rod Verhnjak at Verhnjak Pianos – Whiterock, BC http://www.pianoman.ca/

NOCCA 2024-2025 Season

Welcome to another fantastic season of NOCCA concerts, celebrating the diversity and emotion that music embodies.  Thank you so much for continuing to support music, culture and the arts here in our wonderful community.  It is because of you that we are able to bring these moments of inspiration and creativity to people of all ages.

We are excited to present the following concerts, to not only potentially introduce you to new artists, but to also provide an opportunity to immerse yourself in a blanket of music that connects us all in a profound and enlightened way that reconnects our passions.

• Wednesday, October 16th, 2024 at 7pm – Trio Tangere.  Trio Tangere is an exciting new ensemble with the uncommon combination of two guitars and violin.  The three members, Marc Djokic, violin, Jérôme Ducharme and Louis Trépanier, guitars, were already established virtuosi when they started performing together; from the first notes of the first rehearsal, they knew they had a magical simpatico in their playing.  This ensemble performs exciting repertoire from the select body of works already in existence for this instrument grouping, as well new commissions and transcriptions.

• Thursday, November 28th, 2024 at 7pm – Ô-Celli, a Cello Octet. The unique vibration of this instrument multiplied by eight gives a sound cathedral dimension to the works arranged and revisited by the musicians.  This ensemble also likes to perform the creation of original works. 

• Sunday, February 23rd, 2025 at 2pm – Rémi Bolduc Jazz Ensemble.  Rémi Bolduc is a highly accomplished and respected jazz saxophonist and educator, with over 40 years’ experience in the music industry.  He serves as an associate professor in the jazz department at McGill University in Montreal, where he has remained a highly active figure on the music scene since his arrival in 1982. 

• Sunday, March 30th, 2025 at 2pm – Bergmann Duo, with 4 hands and one piano.  The Bergmann Duo’s dynamic and energetic performances of uniquely eclectic programs, which include numerous own arrangements and compositions, have inspired audiences internationally.  They have performed in concert and with orchestra in: Canada, the USA, Italy, Germany, The Netherlands, Spain, Portugal, France, Macedonia, Greece and China. 

• Sunday, May 4th, 2025 at 2pm – Sarah Hagen.   A visionary and an idealist, Sarah’s performances are conceptually innovative, involving photography, dance and spoken word.  She is Artistic Director for Pro’ject Sound, a performance project involving live piano with large-scale projected images. 

You don’t want to miss any of these exciting events!  Combined with our up and coming musical youth openers, there is something for everyone to enjoy this season!  Join us as we celebrate the beauty and joy of music that brings people together.

Subscriptions for NOCCA’s five concerts can be purchased through Ticket Seller, www.ticketseller.ca.
Prices are $150 for adults ($30/concert) and $75 for students (21 and under).

Treat yourself to the gift of musical inspiration for yourself and those you love today!  Consider giving a subscription for Father’s Day.

We look forward to seeing you and your family!

North Okanagan Community Concert Association – The Excellence Continues

Thank you, Vernon Hyundai!

Vernon Hyundai Assistant General Manager Mike Weaver presents a cheque to Paul Maynes, North Okanagan Community Concert Association President to help NOCCA continue to provide excellent live music for the North Okanagan in the 2024-25 concert season. This is one more example of Vernon Hyundai’s ongoing community support.

Win 2 Tickets to NOCCA’s Next Concert!

ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN 2 TICKETS

To see pianist Jaeden Izik-Dzurko!

When: Tuesday September 12, 2023 at 7:30pm
Where: Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre

Help us celebrate NOCCA’s Seventy-First anniversary with the homecoming to the NOCCA stage and the North Okanagan’s gift to the international world of music, Jaeden Izik-Dzurko.

After a successful year of competitions in Canada, the U.S. and Europe, Jaeden brings a focused passion and intensity to the art of the piano. Jaeden will be playing NOCCA’s Steinway Concert Grand and this is one concert you do not want to miss!

Follow the link below to enter the contest.

ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN 2 TICKETS



This contest is run in conjunction with the Vernon Morning Star and ends on September 4th, 2023.

Valencia Baryton Project Pre-concert Talk – March 19, 2023

Valencia Baryton Project Pre-concert Talk
7 pm Sunday March 19, 2023

Museum & Archives of Vernon

The Valencia Baryton Project is a trio that centres on the rare early classical instrument, the baryton, accompanied by violin and cello. The baryton has 16 strings – 6 on the front and 10 on the back, played like a harp.

Popular for about a hundred years in the 16th century, the classical baryton was considered the pinnacle of aristocratic instruments and was the preferred instrument of Joseph Haydn’s patron, Prince Esterhazy.

Today the baryton is played by only a handful of people in the world. Come meet and hear this rare instrument in an intimate pre-concert talk with Matt Baker 7 pm Sunday March 19th at the Museum & Archives of Vernon.

Location:
Museum & Archives of Vernon (MAV)
https://vernonmuseum.ca
3009 32nd Avenue
Vernon BC, V1T 2L8

Staff contact:
Jenna Kiesman / 250-550-3140 / jenna.kiesman@vernonmuseum.ca

*** The Valencia Baryton Project will be giving a concert at Vernon and District’s Performing Arts Centre the following evening – 7:30 pm Monday March 20, 2023. This is part of NOCCA’s 2022/23 concert series.
Tickets for the concert may be purchased at ticketseller.ca ***