We’re heading to St. John’s, NL for the 37th annual East Coast Music Awards, Festival & Conference — happening May 7–11! And don’t miss the 2025 ECMA Classical Showcase, brought to you by CMC, ECMA, and Debut Atlantic:Saturday, May 10 at 3PM (doors at 2:30)D.F. Cook Recital Hall, Memorial UniversityFree to attend! Catch performances from…

Now accepting applications for 2025/26! Debut Atlantic is continuing our popular educational program, featuring five outstanding 2025/26 season artists. Experience immersive and interactive learning sessions, where students can ask questions and discuss a variety of topics directly with artists! Read more: https://mailchi.mp/debutatlantic/dgts2526

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 07, 2025 16-YEAR-OLD PIANIST ALEX YANG WINS DEBUT ATLANTIC’S AWARD FOR MUSICAL EXCELLENCE K’JIUPUKTUK/HALIFAX, NS – Debut Atlantic is pleased to announce that the winner of the 2025 Award for Musical Excellence is 16-year-old pianist Alex Yang, from Halifax, Nova Scotia. Established in 1999, the Debut Atlantic Award for Musical Excellence…

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 19, 2025 RESILIENCE: Therrien-Go Duo’s Nova Scotia Tour Celebrates the Triumphs of Iconic Composers Who Defied Adversity K’JIUPUKTUK/HALIFAX, NS – This March, prepare to be captivated by RESILIENCE, a thrilling concert experience that takes you on a deeply emotional and inspiring journey through the lives and music of some of…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 16, 2025 Duo Beija-Flor Explores Global Soundscapes on Tour with Debut Atlantic This February! K’JIUPUKTUK/HALIFAX, NS – The flute and guitar duo Duo Beija-Flor, comprised of flutist Marie-Noëlle Choquette and guitarist Charles Hobson, is excited to present their new program, “Musings from Elsewhere: Music from Parallel Visions.” An innovative concert that…

 Debut Atlantic Award for Musical Excellence – Now Accepting Applications!    We’re excited to announce that the Debut Atlantic Award for Musical Excellence is now accepting applications for 2025! Established in 1999, this prestigious award celebrates exceptional young talent in Atlantic Canada and offers fantastic opportunities for high school music students who are serious about…

HOW TO APPLY TO TOUR WITH DEBUT ATLANTIC IN THE 2026/27 SEASON Submission Deadline – December 31st, 2024 (NEW DATE)  – For New applicants that did not apply to tour in 25/26 Applicants that applied in March 2024 for the 2025/26 touring season will automatically be reconsidered for 2026/27 and do not need to reapply unless…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 21, 2024 Obsidiana Duo: Celebrating Ibero-American Music and Immigrant Narratives with Debut Atlantic this November! K’JIUPUKTUK/HALIFAX, NS – Prepare to be captivated by the dynamic Obsidiana Duo, co-founded by pianist Yolanda Tapia and mezzo-soprano Camila Montefusco! With a passionate mission to celebrate the vibrant tapestry of Ibero-American musical culture, this prize-winning…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 26, 2024 PAYADORA’S TANGOMANIA SET TO WEAVE PASSION AND VIRTUOSITY ACROSS ATLANTIC CANADA K’JIUPUKTUK/HALIFAX, NS – It takes more than two to tango – just ask Canada’s premiere tango ensemble, Payadora. Prepare for an electrifying musical experience as Payadora, the award-winning and internationally acclaimed ensemble, tours Atlantic Canada with Debut Atlantic…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 3, 2024 2025/26 DEBUT ATLANTIC ARTISTS ANNOUNCED! K’JIUPUKTUK/HALIFAX, NS – Debut Atlantic is pleased to announce another impressive line-up of artists for the 2025/26 Season! Partnering with presenters throughout Atlantic Canada, these extraordinary artists will tour communities throughout the region. Jelica Mijanović, Guitar (September 12-28, 2025) A dazzling force in classical…