Flato Markham Theatre, Markham – November 2025

L to R: George Koller, bass; Sarah Boyer, violin; Catherine Wilson, piano/artistic director; Lydia Munchinsky, cello; Norman Hathaway, viola

Ensemble Vivant performed to a wonderfully enthusiastic audience at the Flato Markham Theatre on November 23, 2025. It was a true pleasure to be part of this outstanding concert series. Ensemble Vivant was delighted to welcome vocalist Ismael Paris to the stage to join the group performing JVKE’s ‘Golden Hour’. Ismael got his musical start through Euterpe: Music Is The Key at age 12, and now 13 years later, he is performing with Ensemble Vivant whenever possible. LEARN MORE

Following the performance, dozens of audience members shared how deeply moved they were by this “magical” concert and how eager they are to welcome Ensemble Vivant back.

A particularly meaningful moment of the evening was the presence of Charles Mills, pianist Catherine Wilson’s junior-high school band conductor. Catherine often speaks of the profound influence he had on her musical development, an influence that helped set the foundation for her career as a concert performer, recording artist, and the founder and artistic director of her own band, Ensemble Vivant. Charles was enchanted by Ensemble Vivant’s concert, saying: “Ensemble Vivant’s concert was as expected, beyond excellent, the artistry world-class and the innovative programming absolutely brilliant. This outstandingly beautiful musical experience brought tears to my eyes.”

Euterpe: Music is the Key

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