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Community Concert Association Announces Program Changes

by JP, posted in Concert

NOCCA (North Okanagan Community Concert Association) has made
significant changes to their concert presentations. According to
association president Paul Maynes, NOCCA will present concerts as a
Sunday matinee at 2:00 PM for its next three performances, February
23, March 30, and May 4.

“COVID took a toll on all the performing arts and our audience has
struggled to return to its former subscription base. We’re hoping that
the matinee timing will appeal to younger families as well as seniors
and make our music more accessible to the community.”

The NOCCA concert in February features a tribute to the amazing
Canadian swing jazz icon, Oscar Peterson, as presented by the Remi
Bolduc Jazz Ensemble from Montreal. There will also be a guest
appearance by local chanteuse, Judy Rose, who will be performing
some of her amazing Ella Fitzgerald renditions with the Ensemble.

Opening for the February concert will be young guitarist, Jeremy
Fehlauer, student of Ken Scott at the Vernon Community Music
School.

Remi Bolduc

Tickets for the February 23rd concert are available through Ticket Seller at this link: https://www.ticketseller.ca/tickets/event/remi-bolduc-jazz-ensemble.

Tickets for all NOCCA events are available through Ticket Seller at 250-
549-7469 or at http://www.ticketseller.ca.

The Perfect Gift for the Person Who Has Everything: NOCCA Tickets!

by JP, posted in News

Struggling to find the ultimate gift this holiday season? Give the gift of live music with tickets to NOCCA’s incredible upcoming concerts! For a limited time, you can gift the entire remaining NOCCA season for only $99 (with single concert tickets regularly $40 each, this is a $120 value!).
Buy Season Tickets Here

Jazz up your Christmas and close it classically with three incredible concerts. Our upcoming performances promise unforgettable experiences that will leave any music lover thrilled.

These performances are not to be missed!

Rémi Bolduc Jazz Ensemble
2:00 PM, Sunday, February 23, 2025
Feel the magic of jazz as acclaimed saxophonist Rémi Bolduc brings his dazzling ensemble to the stage. Known for their virtuosic performances, you’ll be treated to a tribute to the great Oscar Peterson. A soulful, toe-tapping afternoon awaits!
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Bergmann Piano Duo
2:00 PM, Sunday, March 30, 2025
Two extraordinary talents, one unforgettable performance. Marcel and Elizabeth Bergmann’s dynamic and energetic duets have captivated audiences worldwide for more than two decades. Expect a unique and eclectic program that will leave you spellbound.
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Sarah Hagen
2:00 PM, Sunday, May 4, 2025
Let Canadian pianist Sarah Hagen transport you with her award-winning artistry. Praised for her inventive interpretations and flawless technique, Sarah has graced stages across the globe. Her performance will be nothing short of breathtaking.
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Give the Gift of Live Music
Whether it’s a ticket for one show or the rest of the season, NOCCA concerts are the gift of memories, emotion, and inspiration.

Music is the gift that keeps on giving. Share the joy!

NOCCA Welcomes its Eighth Decade of Live Concerts

by JP, posted in Concert, News

Wednesday, October 16 at 7:00 PM, the North Okanagan Community Concert Association begins its 81st year of presenting a season of live musical performances.

TRIO TANGERE is the first offering this season and they are nothing short of “eclectically amazing”. Each member of the trio has been individually recognized for his artistry by publications and award ceremonies, as well as critical reviewers. As a trio, check out what they can do as recorded in sessions throughout the Houses of Parliament in Ottawa, taking advantage of the unique acoustics.

Not only do they perform classical compositions, but they commission new works from Canadian and international composers as well.

Violinist Marc Djokic is concertmaster of l’Orchestre Classique de Montreal and music director of ART CRUSH. His awards for solo works and recordings include winning an East Coast Music Award in 2020 for his solo debut album “Solo Seven”. He has performed as soloist for the Toronto, Quebec and National Arts Centre Orchestras, and has appeared and performed in over 100 music videos and recordings.

Jerome Ducharme appeared on our stage as a member of the Canadian Guitar Quartet. Since winning the Guitar Foundation of America International Competition, Jerome has been invited to perform at festivals
and in concerts across Canada, Mexico and the U.S. He has taught at McGill University in Montreal since 2011, and in 2019 began a teaching position at Conservatoire de Musique de Montreal.

Louis Trepanier is also an alumnus of the Canadian Guitar Quartet as he returns to our stage as well. Louis’s energy and sensitivity easily translate into his musicianship, but also into his composing and arranging. He has performed on three continents for more than twenty years and continues his successful career by collaborating and judging on the national and international levels. He is also Coordinator of the Guitar Sector at the University of Ottawa School of Music.

Come out and be entertained at the Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre to an evening of delight. Tickets are available through Ticket Seller at 250-549-7469 or at ticketseller.ca.

New Branding for NOCCA’s Steinway

by JP, posted in News


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

by JP, posted in News

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.

New this season are three Sunday matinee performances, in anticipation of providing more opportunities for families to attend.
The dates for our upcoming season are:

• 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