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Merriam Music hosts concert to celebrate International Jazz Day The Merriam Music School in Oakville is celebrating International Jazz Day with a concert Saturday (April 30). In November 2011, the United Nations Educational, Scienti c and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) officially designated April 30 as International Jazz Day to highlight jazz and its diplomatic role of uniting people in all corners of the globe, according to the organization's website. "International Jazz Day brings together communities, schools, artists, historians, academics, and jazz enthusiasts all over the world to celebrate and learn about jazz and its roots, future and impact; raise awareness of the need for intercultural dialogue and mutual understanding; and reinforce international cooperation and communication," stated a media release. "Each year, on April 30, this international art form is recognized for promoting peace, dialogue among cultures, diversity, and respect for human rights and human dignity; eradicating discrimination; promoting freedom of expression; fostering gender equality; and reinforcing the role of youth in enacting social change." The Saturday concert, which starts at 7:30 p.m., will feature musical trio Roberm. C I R C L E O F H A R M O N Y W O W S C R O W D S 37 | Thursday, April 28, 2016 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com Roberm The group is composed on Juno Award-winner Robi Botos (2016 Album of the Year: Solo); legendary pianist Bernie Senensky; and vocalist Michele Mele. "Electric and engaging, the three musicians present an irresistible repertoire that embraces beloved jazz standards, Latininfused original compositions, and a dash of traditional Jazz, ragtime/stride piano and classical favourites," stated the release. The concert takes place at the 2359 Bristol Circle music school's Studio A. Tickets, which cost $30 per person or $20 for students aged 1624, are available online at http://goo.gl/oUiRby. For more information on International Jazz Day, visit jazzday.com or follow the hashtag #jazzday on Twitter and Instagram. Oakville's Circle of Harmony, directed by Master Director Barbara Hodge, placed third overall at its Region 16 Sweet Adelines Competition, held in Syracuse, N.Y., on April 16. The performance chorus is the local representative chapter of the Sweet Adelines International organization. The 61 members of Circle of Harmony, as well as its four members of the Yes! Quartet wowed the crowds, according to a media release. The local chorus performs four-part harmony a cappella in the women's barbershop style. Pictured, from left, are members: Gail Falkner, Marion Symington, Louise DiCarlo, Karen West, Judy Duf n and Hansi Tripe. For more information, visit www.circleofharmony.ca. | submitted photo courtesy of Circle of Harmony Four concerts on docket for OCO's 2016/17 season continued from p.36 "Our Latin Passion concert will feature some of the most famous melodies from Spain and Latin America -- you will love the exciting and stirring rhythms. While our winter concert, Celebrating Music in Oakville, presents amazing performers and composers from our hometown to help us celebrate Canada's 150th anniversary." The season includes four concerts: · Sept. 25 -- Youth Concerto Competition Grand Prize Winners; · Nov. 12-13 -- Latin Passion; · March 4-5, 2017 -- Celebrating Music in Oakville ­ Canada 150th Anniversary Concert; · April 29-30, 2017 -- Concerto Competition Grand Prize Winners. Season subscriptions available Subscriptions to all four concerts cost: $75 for adults, $60 (seniors) or $50 (teens). For more information on the OCO or any of its upcoming concerts, visit https://goo.gl/xWQd5D. · · · Founded in 1984 as a group of amateur string players, the OCO has been presenting ensemble music in intimate settings for the past 32 years. The concerts feature rare musical pieces, favourite classics and contemporary music. Follow Oakville Beaver staff on Twitter: @OakvilleBeaver, @NewsHooked, @DavidLea6, @JuliaLeReporter, @HerbGarbutt, @PostBeaverSport and @Halton_Photog General $8.50 | Children & Seniors $6.50 | All seats Tues $5.00 ShOWTiMES fOR ApRil 29 - MAy 5 NEW ThiS WEEK: MOThER'S DAy, RATChET AND ClANK CApTAiN AMERiCA: CiVil WAR OpENS ThURSDAy SEE pURplE RAiN fRiDAy NiGhT! In the Arts... Patricia O'Callaghan at OCPA The Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts' Dan Cooper Concert Series presents Patricia O'Callaghan sings Leonard Cohen tomorrow (Friday) at 8 p.m. Performance takes place at the Willson Auditorium, 130 Navy St. For ticket information, visit OakvilleCentre.ca, call 905-8152021 or toll-free 1-888-489-7784. Emma Rush in Oakville The Creating Space Yoga Studio Music Series presents classical guitarist Emma Rush who will perform at the 594 Chartwell Rd. studio at 7 p.m. on Saturday (April 30). Tickets cost $25 (plus HST) and are available for purchase online at www.creatingspaceyoga.ca. 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