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Two young Oakville musicians will be competing in the national final of the Canadian Music Competition (CMC) in Sherbrooke, Quebec later this month. The competition runs from June 21-July 4. Oakville violinist Ji Soo Choi and pianist Scott Downing will be among a group of nearly 60 musicians from southern Ontario who are headed to the national competition for classical musicians under the age of 30. Approximately 200 musicians (instrumentalists and vocalists) from across the country, some as young as seven years old, will compete against each other before a panel of judges. They advanced Young musicians headed to Canadian Music Competition final to the national finals through regional and provincial competitions. The winners will share a total of more than $100,000 in scholarship money to help them further their musical education. A number of winners will also perform at a gala concert with the Orchestre symphonique de Sherbrooke on Ji Soo Choi Scott Downing the last day of the competition The CMC is designed to offer at the Salle Maurice-O'Bready at the Centre culturel of the Uni- Canada's future professional musicians a place to prepare for the versity of Sherbrooke. The 18-year-old Choi is compet- rigorous world of elite-level coming in the 25-and-under category petition. "We often hear the question: Are in strings, while Downing, 20, is competing in the 21-and-under music competitions necessary? Are they important? For me, the answer category in piano. P L E A S E J O I N U S 23 | Wednesday, June 5, 2013 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com is definitely yes," said Robert Langevin, principal flautist with the New York Symphony Orchestra and artistic ambassador for the 2013 CMC, in a news release. "I participated in many competitions in my youth, including the Canadian Music Competition, both as a soloist and chamber musician with violinist Chantal Juillet -- who, like me, is from Sherbrooke -- and these experiences have greatly helped me, especially in preparing for interna- tional competitions, for auditions and for my career." The CMC was launched in 1958 as the Quebec Music Festival. It eventually gained a national scope and became the Canadian Music Competition in 1971. The nonprofit organization has 16 chapters across Canada. CMC alumni include such renowned musicians as Marc-André Hamelin, Angela Hewitt, Louis Lortie, Robert Silverman, James Ehnes, Jane Coop, Liona Boyd and many others. Support For Danielle's Place MC'd by Connie Smith the afternoon will include: Danielle's Spring Fling Brunch Amazing Liv Auction Item e s! Call today! G s ad d 's n e Experience The Milton Spring Celebrate this Fathers Day, Sunday June 16th, at Danielle's Spring Fling Brunch located at the beautiful Royal Botanical Gardens. Antique Expo Outdoors at Country Heritage Park Hwy 401, just west of Milton 8560 Tremaine Rd, Milton, ON, L9T 2Y3 8 am - 4 pm rain or shine Admission $10.00 Includes Museum Ample free parking Great food service on site A fantastic Sunday Brunch Fashion show "Celebrating Our Natural Sizes" with the latest trends for men and women Live music Silent auctions and raffle A Cash bar Plus an amazing Live Auction featuring: An $3,000.00 vacation package for 6 at Taboo Resort in the Muskokas Flight Lesson Package Hand painted Muskoka chairs Works of art by local artists A great opportunity to find that perfect gift for Dad! Our goal is to raise $50,000.00 from the afternoon, and 100% of proceeds from this event will go directly to support the services Danielle's Place offers. For more info or to purchase tickets please contact the office by telephone 905-333-5548 or e-mail support@daniellesplace.org VISA & M/C accepted. www.daniellesplace.org Sat. June 8 Treat Dad to a Special Father's Day Brunch Royal Botanical Gardens - 680 Plains Road West, Burlington Tickets: $60 per person Registered Charity Number 85550 66710RR0001 SUNDAY JUNE 16th, 2013, 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. while supporting a very special cause! The stars of the antique business come out at Milton to offer you a unique and memorable experience Top antique, collectible and vintage dealers Country Heritage Park and Museum bring great finds direct from the source to you - trucks and trailers loaded to the doors with fresh goods. Event admission includes access to the park's 20+ heritage buildings and exhibits, giving you an up close and accurate view of rural life in early Ontario. Live music adds pure fun to the whole show experience and the food options this year are exceptional. EVENT SPONSORS Dr. and Mrs. Emily Shih Live entertainment + great on-site food FASHION SHOW SPONSORS BURLINGTON Find more info, discounts and directions at www.antiqueshowscanada.com