Josh Groban and Philadelphia Orchestra Thrill SPAC Crowd
Josh Groban and the Philadelphia Orchestra performed a sold‑out concert at SPAC on August 16, 2026, receiving enthusiastic reviews for their blended vocal and orchestral program.
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ZZ Top Cancels Hollywood Bowl Concert
ZZ Top canceled their August 5, 2026, 8 p.m. Hollywood Bowl concert, which featured Cheap Trick as a guest, citing unforeseen personnel matters, and tickets will be fully refunded.
Philadelphia Orchestra Opens 60th Season at SPAC
The Philadelphia Orchestra will open its 60th season with a concert at Saratoga Performing Arts Center on August 5, 2026, bringing world‑class music to the local community.
Fans Spend Hundreds on Ariana Grande Pop‑Up Shop in Montreal
Ariana Grande’s temporary boutique on Montreal’s Sainte‑Catherine Street attracted hundreds of fans on July 28, 2026, who collectively spent hundreds of dollars on exclusive merchandise.
Toronto Council to Vote on Temporary BTS Street Name
Toronto City Council will vote on July 26 to temporarily co‑name a street segment after BTS for one month, continuing the city’s practice of granting honorary street names.
PNC Bank Arts Center Unveils 2026 Summer Concert Schedule
The PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel, NJ, announced its 2026 summer concert lineup, featuring major artists and aiming to attract regional audiences for live entertainment throughout the season.
Weekly Wildwood Music History Tour Begins Summer
The City of Wildwood began a weekly guided tour on July 23, 2026, to showcase historic music venues along the boardwalk and other sites throughout the summer. The ongoing series highlights the town’s legacy as a celebrated summer music destination.
Philadelphia Orchestra Welcomes Local Brass Musicians to SPAC Amphitheater
Philadelphia Orchestra invites local brass players to a public music‑making event at the SPAC amphitheater on August 20, 2026, with check‑in at 12:45 p.m., offering a community collaboration and performance opportunity.
Quebec Classical Artists Make CBC Music's 30 Under 30
CBC Music’s 30 Under 30 list released on July 20, 2026 includes several classical musicians from Quebec, highlighting the province’s contribution to Canada’s young musical talent.
Nuits d'Afrique Marks 40 Years with Anniversary Launch
Montreal's Nuits d'Afrique Festival opened its 40th edition on July 8, 2026, featuring returning fan‑favorite artists and marking four decades of African and world music celebrations.
Tang Museum Starts Free ‘Upbeat on the Roof’ Concert Series
The Tang Museum at Skidmore College is launching a free outdoor concert series, “Upbeat on the Roof,” beginning July 9, 2026, in Saratoga Springs, with rotating performers scheduled throughout the summer.
Barefoot Country Music Fest Returns to Wildwood This Week
The Barefoot Country Music Fest returns to Wildwood later this week, featuring national country acts on the boardwalk and nearby venues as part of the town’s summer entertainment lineup.
Montreal Celebrates 40 Years of Nuits d'Afrique Festival
Montreal's Festival Nuits d'Afrique launched its 40th edition on July 8, 2026, featuring returning popular artists and honoring four decades of world‑music programming. Organizers Suzanne Rousseau and Debra Arbec highlighted the milestone, while CBC Montreal News at 6 covered the celebration.
700 Artists Celebrate 40 Years of Festival Nuits d'Afrique
More than 700 African and Caribbean musicians, including Oumou Sangaré and Tiken Jah Fakoly, are performing in Montreal through July 19 as part of the Festival Nuits d'Afrique's 40th anniversary.
Ringo Starr to Play Albany Concert This Fall
Ringo Starr will headline a concert in Albany, New York, in fall 2026, drawing fans from Saratoga Springs and the surrounding Capital Region and offering a significant cultural event for the area.
Musician Recovers Stolen Rare Trumpet at Jazz Festival
A Lanaudière musician recovered a rare trumpet stolen by a homeless individual during the Montreal Jazz Festival on July 1, 2026, after it was traced to a city homeless camp.
Musician Recovers Stolen Rare Trumpet at Jazz Festival
A musician from Lanaudière recovered a rare trumpet stolen by a homeless individual during the Montreal Jazz Festival, finding it in a nearby encampment on July 1, 2026.
Shania Twain and Quebec Band Angine de Poitrine Debut on Jools Holland
Shania Twain and Quebec’s masked band Angine de Poitrine performed together for the first time on Later… with Jools Holland in London during the weekend of 20‑22 June 2026, marking both acts' debut on the British music show.
Masked Quebec Band Teams With Shania Twain on Jools Holland Show
Masked Quebec band Angine de Poitrine and Canadian country star Shania Twain performed together for the first time on Later... with Jools Holland in London during the weekend of June 20-22, 2026. The collaboration was highlighted as a unique cross‑genre moment on the UK late‑night music programme.
Koriass and Loud Energize Francos Crowd Despite Rain
Koriass and Loud performed live at the Francos de Montréal on June 18, 2026, continuing their sets despite rainy weather, ensuring the festival's program remained on track.
