Audiopollination
Wednesday, April 16th, 2025 We’re back again! And ready to make some sounds in an improvisatory way! And we’re soooo excited about our closer who is coming in from across the land, the undeniable Indingenous noise artist RITUAL PURIFICATION, who will be joined by local soundsters Em Wright and Nicole Em. It’s going to be a loud one!!! See you soon 🙂 Audiopollination Guelph is devoted to being identity-affirming space for all people, please come as you are and/or as you desire to be! Cost: $20/PWYC Doors Open at 7:30pm | Music Starts at 8pm Ensemble 1: Jack Kesselman, Steve Szigeti & ??? Ensemble 2: Nano Valverde, Juan Dino Toledo & Heather Tizzy Ensemble 3: Andrew Finlay Stewart, Dave Riedstra & Richard Benedict Ensemble 4: RITUAL PURIFICATION, Em Wright & Nicole Em Please do your part to keep Audiopollination Guelph scent-free. We are so thankful…
Volunteer Open House
Wednesday April 9th, 2025. 6.30pm – 8.30pm Come join the fun at Silence! This event welcomes anyone who might be interested in finding out more about what we do here at Silence. Pop in to say hello. Stay a while to find out more about the volunteer opportunities we have available! We are looking forward to welcoming you to our community space!
Silence Presents: Michael Sarian’s Esquina
Saturday, May 3, 2025 Michael Sarian’s ESQUINA draws inspiration from Miles Davis’s groundbreaking work with electronics and extended improvisation. Their innovative approach features Sarian’s loosely structured compositions and graphic scores, seamlessly integrating themes and sounds from his Armenian heritage. ESQUINA emphasizes group interplay, allowing the ensemble to explore and create unique performances that vary with each show. This project not only highlights Sarian’s artistic vision but also invites audiences to experience the spontaneity and depth of contemporary jazz in a fresh, captivating way. Their upcoming album is set for release April 25 on Greenleaf Music. Michael Sarian – Trumpet/FX Nathan Ellman-Bell – Drums Marty Kenney – Bass Santiago Leibson – Keys https://www.instagram.com/michaelsarian/ https://www.michaelsarian.com/ Doors: 7.00pm Show starts: 8.00pm Tickets: $20/ PWYC Buy Tickets
Silence Presents: Samson Wrote & Justin Orok
Thursday, May 1, 2025 Samson Wrote & Justin Orok: “Birds of A Feather” Double Album Release Tour Alt-folk singer-songwriters Samson Wrote and Justin Orok are on a collaborative album release tour, and will be sharing a sweet & gentle night of folk music at Silence on May 1. Samson Wrote—AKA Sam Boer (he/they)—is a musician, writer, and theatre practitioner. His debut album, Pigeon, was nominated for a Canadian Folk Music Award in the “Pushing the Boundaries” category and praised by Exclaim! as “prolific and expansive.” His single “Little Parts” was nominated for “Song of the Year” by Folk Music Ontario. His new album, In Season, was produced by JoJo Worthington; recorded with Juno-winner Scott Merritt at Guelph’s best studio, the cottaGe; and features an incredible array of musicians, including the Lifers’ Liv and Anita Cazzola, Annie Sumi, Zach Cockburn, and Canadian Music Hall of Fame inductee Jeff Bird. In Season…
Pipedown! Presents: Courtyard and Meteor Heist
Saturday, April 12, 2025 From Guelph, Ontario, Courtyard is an indie band that blends their diverse musical influences into something fresh and exciting. With each member bringing their own unique style to the table, the band creates music that’s hard to pin down but easy to connect with. Whether it’s the catchy rhythms, heartfelt lyrics, or the way the band brings everything together on stage, Courtyard’s sound is all about feeling real and personal. The band’s music draws from a wide range of influences—everything from folk to rock to alternative and beyond. This mix of styles reflects the different musical backgrounds of the band members, making each song something new and unexpected. Their live shows are all about bringing that energy to the crowd, sharing the vibe of a group that’s just out there to have a good time and play music they love. Tonight, Courtyard is excited to share…
Flamenco on Tour!
Doors: 7:00pm Show: 7:30pm $25 Attention dance and music lovers! FLAMENCO ON TOUR brings flamenco artists direct from Seville, Spain, together with leading Canadian flamenco dancer Lia Grainger, for a spectacular evening of flamenco music and dance that will transport you to the warmth and passion of AndalucĂa’s flamenco clubs. With roots in southern Spain, flamenco is known for its hypnotic rhythms, passionate singing and dancing, and intricate guitar playing. FLAMENCO ON TOUR brings renowned flamenco artists to Canadian audiences, including Dora Award nominated dancer Lia Grainger, Seville based flamenco guitarist Dennis Duffin, and Seville-based flamenco singer and percussionist Dani Carbonell. If you’re looking for a unique and inspiring musical experience, don’t miss what promises to be a wild evening with FLAMENCO ON TOUR. You won’t be disappointed! https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/flamenco-on-tour-guelph-tickets-1256910425919
Duo Improvisations: Michael Attias and Nick Fraser
Friday 7th March, Doors: 7pm, Show Starts: 7:30pm, Tickets: $20 ($15 for students)
Winter Pride presents Winter Kept Us Warm: Film Screening
February 12, 2025 – 6pm – Free
Scared Scriptless
January 31, 2025 – 8pm – $15
Three In The Round – 2025
February 7, 2025 – 8pm – $20